BLOSSOM HILL CRAFTS
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    • Contact Us
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  • Pottery Classes
    • 5-week Beginner Classes
    • One-time Classes
    • Workshops
    • Student Portal
  • Membership
    • Join our studio
    • Porcelain Studio
    • Member Portal
  • Workshops
    • Fall Workshops
  • STORE
    • BHC Store
    • Tools Shop
    • Clay Shop
    • Gift Cards
  • Private Events
    • Private Events
  • About Us
    • Studio Overview
    • Contact Us
    • Employment-studio tech

Beginner Classes

Here at Blossom Hill Crafts, we offer both handbuilding and wheelthrowing classes for beginners interested in learning to work with clay.  Check out what classes are available below!

Handbuilding Classes

Learn to sculpt in our new, state-of-the-art handbuilding space!  You'll develop many techniques including: rolling out and working with slabs of clay, slipping and scoring, adding texture to your pieces, and more. Signup for an available class below! New classes will be posted as they become available.
  • 8:1 student teacher ratio
  • Our classes are intended for adults, but we accept teens ages 14 and up.
  • Basic tool set provided
  • Unlimited access to recycled clay

Non-Members: $350. Please signup below.
BHC Members: $115. Members, please email us to reserve a space. Do not register online.

*Handbuilding Thursdays 10am - 1pm * Oct. 16 - Nov. 13

$399.00

Oct.16, 23, 30 & Nov. 6, 13


Class Level: Beginner

Course Duration: 5 weeks

Time: Fridays 10am - 1pm

Instructor: Caryn


Learn to sculpt in our new handbuilding space! Small class setting with 8:1 student to teacher ratio. You'll develop many techniques including: rolling out and working with slabs of clay, slipping and scoring, adding texture to your pieces, and more.


Our classes are intended for adults only, but we accept teens 14 years or older. ​Classes that do not reach the minimum enrollment of 3 students a week prior to the class may be cancelled or rescheduled. In this event, any registered students will be contacted and can choose to transfer to another class if the delay conflicts with their schedule.


Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tie long hair back and cut long nails short.


There are no make-up classes.


Please Note: If you are buying the class for someone else, please add their name and email address in the notes.

sign up

*Handbuilding Wednesdays 6:30 - 9:30pm * Oct. 8th - Nov. 5th

$399.00

Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29 & Nov. 5


Class Level: Beginner

Course Duration: 5 weeks

Time: Wednesdays 6:30-9:30pm

Instructor: Seleyna


Learn to sculpt in our new handbuilding space! Small class setting with 8:1 student to teacher ratio. You'll develop many techniques including: rolling out and working with slabs of clay, slipping and scoring, adding texture to your pieces, and more.


Our classes are intended for adults only, but we accept teens 14 years or older. ​Classes that do not reach the minimum enrollment of 3 students a week prior to the class may be cancelled or rescheduled. In this event, any registered students will be contacted and can choose to transfer to another class if the delay conflicts with their schedule.


Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tie long hair back and cut long nails short.


There are no make-up classes.


Please Note: If you are buying the class for someone else, please add their name and email address in the notes.

sign up


Wheel Throwing Classes

Learn the beautiful art of wheel throwing from one of our experienced teachers. Throw and trim your pots on the pottery wheel.  Signup for an available class below! New classes will be posted as they become available.
  • 4:1 (or 5:1 depending on the class) student teacher ratio, the lowest of any studio in Silicon Valley
  • Our classes are intended for adults, but we accept teens ages 14 and up.
  • Basic tool set provided
  • Unlimited access to recycled clay

Typical 5-Week Class
Non-Members: $350. Please signup below.
BHC Members: $115. Members, please email us to reserve a space. Do not register online.


Weekday Morning Wheel Throwing Classes

*Thursdays 9:30am-12:30pm* Oct. 2 - Oct. 30

$399.00

Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30


Class Level: Beginner

Course Duration: 5 weeks

Time: Thursdays, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Instructor: Vasudha


In our 5 week series, you will be taught how to throw, trim, and glaze and will receive a set of basic high quality tools to keep. Open Studio is available to all beginning students 7am - 11pm because practice is strongly recommended in the first 4 weeks. At the end of the 5 week session you could have 5-15 finished glazed pots.


Bring a medium-sized towel to lay across your lap. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tie long hair back and cut long nails short.


Our classes are intended for adults only, but we accept teens 14 years or older. ​Classes that do not reach the minimum enrollment of 3 students a week prior to the class may be cancelled or rescheduled. In this event, any registered students will be contacted and can choose to transfer to another class if the delay conflicts with their schedule.


There are no make-up classes, and the first and 4th week are mandatory to attend.


Please Note: If you are buying the class for someone else, please add their name and email address in the notes.

Signup

*Mondays 10:00am - 1:00pm* Oct. 20 - Nov. 17

$399.00

Oct. 20, 27 & Nov. 3, 10, 17


Class Level: Beginner

Course Duration: 5 weeks

Time: Mondays, 10AM - 1PM

Instructor: Fred


In our 5 week series, you will be taught how to throw, trim, and glaze and will receive a set of basic high quality tools to keep. Open Studio is available to all beginning students 7am - 11pm because practice is strongly recommended in the first 4 weeks. At the end of the 5 week session you could have 5-15 finished glazed pots.


Bring a medium-sized towel to lay across your lap. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tie long hair back and cut long nails short.


Our classes are intended for adults only, but we accept teens 14 years or older. ​Classes that do not reach the minimum enrollment of 3 students a week prior to the class may be cancelled or rescheduled. In this event, any registered students will be contacted and can choose to transfer to another class if the delay conflicts with their schedule.


There are no make-up classes, and the first and 4th week are mandatory to attend.


Please Note: If you are buying the class for someone else, please add their name and email address in the notes.

Signup

*Tuesdays 9:30am-12:30pm* Oct. 7 - Nov. 4

$399.00

Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28 & Nov. 4


Class Level: Beginner

Course Duration: 5 weeks

Time: Tuesdays 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Instructor: Charleen


In our 5 week series, you will be taught how to throw, trim, and glaze and will receive a set of basic high quality tools to keep. Open Studio is available to all beginning students 7am - 11pm because practice is strongly recommended in the first 4 weeks. At the end of the 5 week session you could have 5-15 finished glazed pots.


Bring a medium-sized towel to lay across your lap. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tie long hair back and cut long nails short.


Our classes are intended for adults only, but we accept teens 14 years or older. ​Classes that do not reach the minimum enrollment of 3 students a week prior to the class may be cancelled or rescheduled. In this event, any registered students will be contacted and can choose to transfer to another class if the delay conflicts with their schedule.


There are no make-up classes, and the first and 4th week are mandatory to attend.


Please Note: If you are buying the class for someone else, please add their name and email address in the notes.

Signup

Weekday Evening Wheel Throwing Classes

*Mondays 6:30 - 9:30pm* Oct. 27 - Nov. 24

$399.00

Oct. 27 & Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24


Class Level: Beginner

Course Duration: 5 weeks

Time: Mondays, 6:30 - 9:30PM

Instructor: Vasudha


In our 5 week series, you will be taught how to throw, trim, and glaze and will receive a set of basic high quality tools to keep. Open Studio is available to all beginning students 7am - 11pm because practice is strongly recommended in the first 4 weeks. At the end of the 5 week session you could have 5-15 finished glazed pots.


Bring a medium-sized towel to lay across your lap. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tie long hair back and cut long nails short.


Our classes are intended for adults only, but we accept teens 14 years or older. ​Classes that do not reach the minimum enrollment of 3 students a week prior to the class may be cancelled or rescheduled. In this event, any registered students will be contacted and can choose to transfer to another class if the delay conflicts with their schedule.


There are no make-up classes, and the first and 4th week are mandatory to attend.


Please Note: If you are buying the class for someone else, please add their name and email address in the notes.

Signup

*Tuesdays 6:30-9:30p* Oct. 14 - Nov. 11

$399.00

Oct. 14, 21, 28 & Nov. 4, 11


Class Level: Beginner

Course Duration: 5 weeks

Time: Tuesdays, 6:30 - 9:30PM

Instructor: Xander


In our 5 week series, you will be taught how to throw, trim, and glaze and will receive a set of basic high quality tools to keep. Open Studio is available to all beginning students 7am - 11pm because practice is strongly recommended in the first 4 weeks. At the end of the 5 week session you could have 5-15 finished glazed pots.


Bring a medium-sized towel to lay across your lap. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tie long hair back and cut long nails short.


Our classes are intended for adults only, but we accept teens 14 years or older. ​Classes that do not reach the minimum enrollment of 3 students a week prior to the class may be cancelled or rescheduled. In this event, any registered students will be contacted and can choose to transfer to another class if the delay conflicts with their schedule.


There are no make-up classes, and the first and 4th week are mandatory to attend.


Please Note: If you are buying the class for someone else, please add their name and email address in the notes.

Signup

*Thursdays 6:30-9:30p* Oct. 23 - Nov. 20

$399.00

Oct. 23, 30 & Nov. 6, 13, 20


Class Level: Beginner

Course Duration: 5 weeks

Time: Thursdays, 6:30-9:30PM

Instructor: Jon B.


In our 5 week series, you will be taught how to throw, trim, and glaze and will receive a set of basic high quality tools to keep. Open Studio is available to all beginning students 7am - 11pm because practice is strongly recommended in the first 4 weeks. At the end of the 5 week session you could have 5-15 finished glazed pots.


Bring a medium-sized towel to lay across your lap. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tie long hair back and cut long nails short.


Our classes are intended for adults only, but we accept teens 14 years or older. ​Classes that do not reach the minimum enrollment of 3 students a week prior to the class may be cancelled or rescheduled. In this event, any registered students will be contacted and can choose to transfer to another class if the delay conflicts with their schedule.


There are no make-up classes, and the first and 4th week are mandatory to attend.


Please Note: If you are buying the class for someone else, please add their name and email address in the notes.

Signup

*Wednesdays 7-10PM* Oct. 1 - Oct. 29

$399.00

Only a few left!

Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29


Class Level: Beginner

Course Duration: 5 weeks

Time: Wednesdays, 7 - 10PM

Instructor: John A.


In our 5 week series, you will be taught how to throw, trim, and glaze and will receive a set of basic high quality tools to keep. Open Studio is available to all beginning students 7am - 11pm because practice is strongly recommended in the first 4 weeks. At the end of the 5 week session you could have 5-15 finished glazed pots.


Bring a medium-sized towel to lay across your lap. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tie long hair back and cut long nails short.


Our classes are intended for adults only, but we accept teens 14 years or older. ​Classes that do not reach the minimum enrollment of 3 students a week prior to the class may be cancelled or rescheduled. In this event, any registered students will be contacted and can choose to transfer to another class if the delay conflicts with their schedule.


There are no make-up classes, and the first and 4th week are mandatory to attend.


Please Note: If you are buying the class for someone else, please add their name and email address in the notes.

Signup

Weekend Wheel Throwing Classes

*Saturdays 10am - 1pm* Oct. 25 - Nov. 22

$399.00

Oct. 25 & Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22


Class Level: Beginner

Course Duration: 5 weeks

Time: Saturdays, 10am- 1pm

Instructor: Vasudha


In our 5 week series, you will be taught how to throw, trim, and glaze and will receive a set of basic high quality tools to keep. Open Studio is available to all beginning students 7am - 11pm because practice is strongly recommended in the first 4 weeks. At the end of the 5 week session you could have 5-15 finished glazed pots.


Bring a medium-sized towel to lay across your lap. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tie long hair back and cut long nails short.


Our classes are intended for adults only, but we accept teens 14 years or older. ​Classes that do not reach the minimum enrollment of 3 students a week prior to the class may be cancelled or rescheduled. In this event, any registered students will be contacted and can choose to transfer to another class if the delay conflicts with their schedule.


There are no make-up classes, and the first and 4th week are mandatory to attend.


Please Note: If you are buying the class for someone else, please add their name and email address in the notes.

Signup

*Sundays 2:00pm - 5:00pm* Sept. 28 - Oct. 26

$399.00

Sold out

Sept. 28 & Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26


Class Level: Beginner

Course Duration: 5 weeks

Time: Sundays, 2pm- 5pm

Instructor: Lisa


In our 5 week series, you will be taught how to throw, trim, and glaze and will receive a set of basic high quality tools to keep. Open Studio is available to all beginning students 7am - 11pm because practice is strongly recommended in the first 4 weeks. At the end of the 5 week session you could have 5-15 finished glazed pots.


Bring a medium-sized towel to lay across your lap. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tie long hair back and cut long nails short.


Our classes are intended for adults only, but we accept teens 14 years or older. ​Classes that do not reach the minimum enrollment of 3 students a week prior to the class may be cancelled or rescheduled. In this event, any registered students will be contacted and can choose to transfer to another class if the delay conflicts with their schedule.


There are no make-up classes, and the first and 4th week are mandatory to attend.


Please Note: If you are buying the class for someone else, please add their name and email address in the notes.

Signup
 
Blossom Hill Crafts
Nurturing creativity & the passion for clay
Studio:  15900 Blossom Hill Road, Los Gatos
Store:  354 East Campbell Avenue, Campbell