Two people, one wheel, and clay that has its own ideas at first. This couples pottery class at a creative studio in Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood puts partners on a shared wheel and walks them through the basics of centering, pulling, and shaping together, with an expert instructor guiding every step and keeping the energy fun and low-pressure throughout. The lopsided masterpiece that emerges is half the charm.

Glazing for both pieces is included, so each person leaves with a finished ceramic keepsake rather than unfired clay. BYOB is welcome from the moment guests arrive, the studio's warm Pilsen atmosphere does the rest, and the whole experience works just as naturally for a first date as it does for a long-term couple looking for something worth remembering.

Any restrictions to participate?

• Age: Participants must be 18 years or older
• Experience level: All levels are welcome. No prior pottery experience is required.

Who can you accommodate for?

• Children: This is not an experience for children
• Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed

What to expect on the day of the experience?

• Duration: 90 minutes
• What’s included: All clay, tools, and equipment for two people sharing one wheel. Hands-on step-by-step instruction. Basic studio glazing for both pottery pieces included.
• Who will be present: You will have a pottery instructor with you at all times; other guests may also be joining the class
• Spectators: No spectators are allowed, everyone must have a reservation
• Photo/ video: Personal photos are encouraged
• Specific rules to follow: Participants must clean their wheel and work area thoroughly at the end of class

How to prepare?

• Weather dependency: This is an indoor experience
• Arrival: Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes in advance
• What to wear: Comfortable clothing that can be worn in a pottery studio setting
• What to bring: BYOB is allowed for participants 21+
• Restrooms/ lockers/ changing rooms: Restrooms available onsite

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