WORKSHOPS
Hand Building Workshops at ‘SSIPPI
$55
This class is perfect for those interested in exploring the medium of clay. You will learn skills you can build upon and create space for exploration and play.
This class will take place on the back patio of 'SSIPPI; please check the weather & dress accordingly.
A drink credit is included with each ticket. N/A options available.
Explore our Pinterest boards for inspiration, or follow your creative whims. I will teach hand-building techniques to use to create your designs. Projects for this workshop should be roughly the size of your hand.
If you create something you would like to keep, glaze and firing services are available. Firing Options
Where: ‘SSIPPI Wine Bar
2926 Cherokee St, St. Louis, MO 63118
When: Sunday, May 18th from 1-4pm
When: Sunday, June 1st from 1-4pm
When: Sunday, June 15th from 1-4pm
Paint a Planter Workshops with Flowers & Weeds
$65
Use colorful slips to paint a small, wheel-thrown planter and saucer made by Molly of Boda Clay. And select a 3” plant from Flowers & Weeds to go with it!
Your planter will be glazed and available for pickup in 3-4 weeks.
Explore our Pinterest boards for inspiration, or follow your creative whims. I will share a few helpful techniques to apply your designs.
This workshop is BYOB, meaning bring your favorite beverage to class to sip while you paint!
Where: Flowers and Weeds
3201 Cherokee St, St. Louis, MO 63118
When:
Sunday June 29, 2025 from 11am - 1pm
Tornado Relief Fund ‘Donate What You Can’ Hand Building Workshop
$45 Value
This class is perfect for those interested in exploring the medium of clay. You will learn skills you can build upon and create space for exploration and play.
This workshop is BYOB. Complimentary snacks and tea are provided.
If you create something you would like to keep, glaze and firing services are available. Firing Options
When: Monday, June 30th from 1-4pm
Where: Boda Clay Studio
5224 Virginia Ave. St. Louis, MO 63111
How to sign up: Email me with a screenshot of your donation to ACTION STL, your name, email, and the number of tickets you need.
There are 16 spaces available; check availability here.
Six-Week Hand-Building Class [Focus on Tableware]
$315
This syllabus explores several hand-building methods and how these techniques work together.
Over several weeks, you will have time and inspiration to plan and build projects, and you will have the opportunity to decorate and/or glaze your own projects. This class is designed for both beginners and intermediates.
When:
Sundays* from 1-4 pm, August 3rd- Septmeber 14th, 2025
Projects:
Aug 3
-Skill-Building Exercises
-Pinched Mug(s)
Aug 10
-Slab Serving Bowl/Platter
-Sculpted Candle Stick Holder or Bud Vase
Aug 17
-Work Week
Aug 24
-Set of matching items. Students will use the method of their choice.
Aug 31
*No Class for Memorial Day Weekend
Sept 7
-Work Week
-Dip Glazing
Sept 14
-Glazing Simple Patterns
This course focuses on tableware, but students are welcome to create alternative projects if inspiration strikes.
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Glaze and firing services are an additional $15 per project. Estimated cost $75 for the session.
Refreshments: Mugs, tea, honey, light snacks, and bottle openers are provided. Feel free to BYOB.
Additional Open Studio Hours: This course includes three hours of open studio time. You have the option to purchase 10 hours of open studio time, which can be used within 3 months of completing this course. This can be purchased now or at any time during the session.
Where: Boda Clay Studio
5224 Virginia Ave. 63111
Accessibility: If this cost is not accessible, please get in touch with me via email about scholarship options. svobodamolly@gmail.com
Workshops are non refundable. Credit for an alternate date can be requested up to one week in advance. Workshops can always be transferred to a friend or family member if something comes up last minute. Thanks for your understanding!