Travel Tumbler Handbuilding Workshop
Thu, Jun 11
|Next of Kiln Studio
Create your own handcrafted travel tumbler from clay in this beginner-friendly workshop, where you’ll shape, texture, and personalize a functional piece perfect everyday use.
Time & Location
Jun 11, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Next of Kiln Studio, 5100 Lakeshore Dr #2, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 2L7, Canada
About the event
Create your own ceramic travel tumbler from scratch in this beginner-friendly handbuilding class. You’ll learn the basics of working with clay step by step, shape and refine your tumbler, and choose your glaze color. We’ll fire and glaze it for you—your finished, food-safe tumbler will be ready for pickup in 2–3 weeks. Shipping is available for out-of-town guests.
Class Overview
Duration: 2 hours
Location: Next of Kiln Studio
Materials Provided: Clay, tools, templates, and a professional glaze finish (you choose the color)
Firing: Included—bisque and glaze firing done by our studio
Class Size: Limited to 10 participants (small group instruction)
What You Will Learn
How to handbuild a functional tumbler using simple slab techniques
Joining, smoothing, and refining for clean, comfortable sipping edges
Adding texture or subtle design details (optional)
Best practices for durability and everyday use
How glaze choice affects the final look: select your colour at the end of class
What You’ll Take Home
One custom handbuilt travel tumbler, professionally fired and glazed
Ready in 2–3 weeks for studio pickup, or we can ship it to you
Who Should Attend
Absolute beginners—no clay experience needed
Makers who enjoy relaxed, creative, guided projects
Gift givers and travellers who want a unique, daily-use piece
Good to Know
Dress for clay fun (aprons provided by request).
All pieces are food-safe once glazed and fired.
Out-of-town? We can ship your finished tumbler to you for an additional fee.
Registration
Reserve your spot below or contact the studio. Early registration is recommended, as space is limited.