Bryn Mawr, PA
Our Bryn Mawr location is set to open in September 2025. We’ll be offering a diverse selection of classes, courses, memberships, and events for people of all ages and experience levels. Please stop by for a visit or reach out to us with any questions. Use the navigation links below or just scroll around to browse our class info and more!
933 W Lancaster Ave
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
ONE-TIME INTRODUCTORY CLASSES
(Coming soon)
Bryn Mawr, PA
“Wait… there are one-time pottery classes near me?
Yep. You found us.
Whether you’re trying one new activity each month, looking to impress your colleagues with an awesome team-building activity, or you’re scarred from your 24-month gym membership and want to test the waters before making a commitment - you’re in the right place.
Our one-time adult wheel classes, children’s classes, and Grown Up & Me classes are 90 minutes long. This is a great way for individuals and groups to learn the basics of pottery while also getting a feel for the wheel in a casual, relaxed environment.
Participants in our adult classes can choose to keep your finished piece(s) from this class for a fee of $15 per piece, however, due to the drying, firing, and glazing process, your piece will be finished by our staff and available for pickup 4 weeks after your course. We will notify you when your pieces are finished, and we will hold onto them for 1 month after your piece’s completion before donating it. One (1) piece is included in the cost of our youth and grown up & me classes.
All tools are included for this class.
Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours before the start of your class for a refund. 24 hours is required to reschedule. All cancellation and/ or rescheduling requests must be made via email to info@blueskiespottery.com.
We ask that you please arrive 5 minutes early. If you arrive more than 15 minutes late, it is up to the studio’s discretion whether we will honor your reservation. Late arrivals will not be rescheduled.
Adult One Time Classes
Youth One Time Classes
Grown Up & Me Classes
Bryn Mawr, PA
Workshops
Stay tuned…
FALL 1 SESSION - 5 Week Courses (Registration OPEN!)
September 22nd - October 26th
FALL 2 SESSION - 7 Week Courses (Registration Opens September 20th)
October 27th - December 21st
(We will pause classes the entire Thanksgiving week)
Maybe you’ve tried our one-time introductory workshops and can’t get enough, but even if you’re new to Blue Skies and simply want something fun and creative to look forward to each week - this is the spot for you.
Our multi-week courses meet once weekly for 2 hours. Level 1 beginner courses are designed for beginners and can be taken multiple times, with students moving onto Level 2 and Intermediate classes once they’ve become comfortable centering, throwing cylinders, pulling walls, and trimming.
What’s Included:
Shared shelf space for your work.
Unlimited open studio sessions for you to practice independently. Open studio sessions are booked in 1-3 hour sessions and are offered daily.
(1) 25 lb. bag of clay. Additional clay can be purchased for $25.00 per 25 lb. bag of fresh clay.
Wide selection of free dip glazes stroke & coats, and underglazes to help personalize your pots.
15% discount for all students who re-enroll for the following session.
What’s Not Included:
Please bring your own tools, towel, and apron. Tool packs & Blue Skies aprons are available to purchase for $20 and $25, respectively, or $40 when purchased together.
Firing fees for each piece you choose to fire in our kiln, the rate of which is 6 cents per cubic inch, and this cost covers both the bisque and glaze firing.
Porcelain clay can be purchased for $25 per bag.
Students must be at least 18 years old. Any younger potters are welcome to sign up for our multi-week children’s courses!
Please note that while we offer makeup classes and strive to be as flexible as possible, all makeup classes and open studio sessions must be used during the session you are registered in.
Cancellations must be made at least 2 weeks before the start of your first class for a full refund, or 1 week before the start of your class for a partial refund.
No refunds will be provided for any classes once the session has begun. All cancellation and/ or rescheduling requests must be made via email to info@blueskiespottery.com.
ADULT COURSES
Bryn Mawr, PA
FALL 1 SESSION - 7 Week Courses (Registration Opens August 4th)
September 8th - October 26th
FALL 2 SESSION - 7 Week Courses (Registration Opens September 20th)
October 27th - December 21st (We will pause classes the entire Thanksgiving week)
Sometimes kids want to explore fun, creative activities that can turn into lifelong passions. Sometimes young teens want to be involved in activities that their schools might not offer. Sometimes parents just need a break.
That’s where Blue Skies comes in.
Our multi-week children’s courses meet once a week for 90 minutes. During our courses, kids will get to learn the basics of throwing on the wheel in a safe, fun environment, while also getting to experience hand-building with clay. This is a wonderful opportunity for your child or teen to use their imagination and create something with their hands that they can eventually take home with them.
All clay, glazes, and firings are included in our children’s courses.
Payment in full is required upon registration.
Please note Children must be at least 8 years old to sign up for the children’s course. Any children 7 years old or younger are welcome to sign up with an adult for our Grown-Up and Me course.
Make Up Policy: If your child has to miss a class, don’t worry! We offer make up classes, they can join any of our other children’s classes during the session.
Cancellations must be made at least 2 weeks before the start of your first class for a full refund, or 1 week before the start of your class for a partial refund.
No refunds will be provided for any classes once the session has begun. All cancellation and/ or rescheduling requests must be made via email to info@blueskiespottery.com.
(Coming soon)
Bryn Mawr, PA
CHILDREN’S COURSES
Meet The Bryn Mawr, PA Team
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Valerie & Jordan Kirsch
We’re Valerie and Jordan, owners of Blue Skies Pottery. We’ve got an amazing group of instructors, studio techs, and creative all-stars joining our Bryn Mawr team, and you’ll be able to learn more about them here very shortly!
Private Events & Parties
Bryn Mawr, PA
“What comes before part B? PARTAY!!!”
If you’re still with us, thank you.
Our studio is perfect for hosting birthday parties, corporate events, team-building activities, and more. We book for a minimum of 60 minutes of instruction, and for all private events, we require a minimum of 6 guests or the cost equivalent.
Hand building: $75.00 per person (min. 60 minutes)
Wheel: $85.00 per person (min. 90 minutes)
Private events & parties include 1 piece per person to be fired in our kilns and glazed in a color of your choosing. There is a fee of $15.00 per piece for any additional work you wish to keep.
All pieces will be ready 3-4 weeks after your party.
To book your reservation, we ask for payment in full 7 days before the event.
To inquire about specific dates and party sizes, you can call our studio or email jordan@blueskiespottery.com. Please allow 24-hours for a response.
Cancellations and/ or reductions in group size must be made at least 48-hours before the date of your private event to be eligible for a refund.
MONTHLY MEMBERSHIPS
Bryn Mawr, PA
You’ve been here before. You’re seasoned. Your fingernails are 40% clay.
You’re home.
Memberships are available for advanced potters, and they include shelf space, unlimited open studio time during member hours, and unlimited glazes. You will receive (1) 25 lb. bag of clay on your first day of membership, after which you can purchase our studio clay. Dark red and porcelain clay are also available for purchase.
Our members receive 10% off all classes and studio merchandise!
Firing fees of $0.06 per cubic inch will apply to each piece fired.
Please bring your own tools, towel, and apron. Tool packs are available to purchase for $20 each.
Founding memberships are $275.00 per month. Please provide 30 days’ notice for the cancelation of membership.
Please email info@blueskiespottery for availability.
Please note that we are not a production pottery studio and will always fire student and member work in a manner that we deem fair and equitable to our entire studio community.
