Question 1

Do I need pottery experience to try wheel throwing?

Accepted Answer

No. Try Wheel Throwing is designed for complete beginners. An instructor walks you through centering clay and throwing your piece the whole way through, whether you've never touched a pottery wheel or you're just rusty.

Question 2

Where are you located, and is there parking onsite?

Accepted Answer

We are on the Homes Campus, which offers food, drinks, and indoor/outdoor workspaces. Our studio is a warehouse space in the back parking lot of this campus. We are near the exit of the additional parking for the campus; look for our signs!There is parking on-site.

Question 3

What will we make?

Accepted Answer

You are encouraged to use your creativity to set your own goals for what you'd like to create. We will guide you with goals to set benchmarks for your progress.

Question 4

When will we get our pieces back?

Accepted Answer

It takes approximately 4 weeks to process your piece into a finished ceramic item. We will email you when your items are ready to pickup! This message will go the same email where you received your session confirmation.

Question 5

Is there a one-time pottery class in Ann Arbor with no commitment?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Try Wheel Throwing is a single 2-hour drop-in session. No follow-up sessions required!

Question 6

How old do you have to be to do a Throw & Sip?

Accepted Answer

Throw & Sip is intended for ages 21+. We do have NA options available.

Question 7

How long does a Throw & Sip session take?

Accepted Answer

2 hours from start to finish.

Question 8

What's a good date night activity in Ann Arbor?

Accepted Answer

Throw & Sip works well for a date night. Learn pottery with your date while enjoying a drink!

Question 9

Is there a fun, one-time activity to do in Ann Arbor?

Accepted Answer

Try Wheel Throwing at Throw Ann Arbor is a 2-hour, beginner-friendly pottery session with no experience required and no ongoing commitment. You'll learn to center clay and throw a piece on the wheel with an instructor guiding you, and you keep one finished piece. It's a popular pick for birthdays, date nights, and anyone looking for a hands-on activity in Ann Arbor that isn't dinner or a movie.

Question 10

What do I get to keep?

Accepted Answer

Each participant chooses 1 piece to be smoothed, bisque-fired, glazed, and finished by the studio. It takes about 4 weeks to process, and you'll get an email when it's ready for pickup.

Question 11

How much does Try Wheel Throwing cost?

Accepted Answer

$80 per person. There is a 10% discount if you book a group of 4 or more people simultaneously.

Question 12

Can I bring a group?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Sessions hold up to 16 people, so they work great for a small family outing, a friend group, or a birthday party.

Question 13

Is there a version for adults only, with a drink?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Throw & Sip is the same 2-hour format with a complimentary beverage included, for ages 21+.

Question 14

Are there NA options available?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we have sparkling water, pop, & other options available from the Homes Campus taproom nearby.

Question 15

Is there a version without a drink?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we have regular Try Wheel Throwing sessions which are the exact same, except without the complimentary drink.

Pottery Painting has RE-OPENED with a new reservation system!

Throw & Sip

Throw & Sip in
Ann Arbor, MI

Enjoy a drink and experience wheel throwing every Friday evening! Throw & Sip is a 21+ wheel throwing class perfect for a date night, birthday, or anniversary present. Prepare to get messy and make something memorable!

Book Your Session

Includes 1 finished piece & 1 drink per person.

Price is $80 per person.

Save 10% on groups of 4 or more.*

*Discount automatically applied at checkout.

Throw & Sip

Class Details

Age Requirements

Throw & Sip is intended for ages 21+. Participants or groups including someone under the age of 21 should attend our "Try Wheel Throwing" session. Ages 21+ are welcome to a courtesy beverage. NA options are available.

Group Discounts

We offer price breaks for wheel throwing groups of 4+ people. Group throwing is great for birthdays, work outings, or small group activities in Ann Arbor. You can also reserve our space on Mondays, Tuesdays & other select times.

Looking for our Try Wheel Throwing Session?

Saturdays - 5:30 PM
Sundays - 5:30 PM (6 PM starting in Nov.)

Class Schedule

Frequently asked questions

Do I need pottery experience to try wheel throwing?

Where are you located, and is there parking onsite?

What will we make?

When will we get our pieces back?

Is there a one-time pottery class in Ann Arbor with no commitment?

How old do you have to be to do a Throw & Sip?

How long does a Throw & Sip session take?

What's a good date night activity in Ann Arbor?

Is there a fun, one-time activity to do in Ann Arbor?

What do I get to keep?

How much does Try Wheel Throwing cost?

Can I bring a group?

Is there a version for adults only, with a drink?

Are there NA options available?

Is there a version without a drink?

Get Updates

Pottery Painting has RE-OPENED with a new reservation system!

Throw & Sip

Throw & Sip in Ann Arbor, MI

Enjoy a drink and experience wheel throwing every Friday evening! Throw & Sip is a 21+ wheel throwing class perfect for a date night, birthday, or anniversary present. Prepare to get messy and make something memorable!

Book Your Session

Includes 1 finished piece & 1 drink per person. Price is $80 per person. Save 10% on groups of 4 or more.* *Discount automatically applied at checkout.

Throw & Sip

Class Details

Age Requirements

Throw & Sip is intended for ages 21+. Participants or groups including someone under the age of 21 should attend our "Try Wheel Throwing" session. Ages 21+ are welcome to a courtesy beverage. NA options are available.

Group Discounts

We offer price breaks for wheel throwing groups of 4+ people. Group throwing is great for birthdays, work outings, or small group activities in Ann Arbor. You can also reserve our space on Mondays, Tuesdays & other select times.

Looking for our Try Wheel Throwing Session?

Saturdays - 5:30 PM Sundays - 5:30 PM (6 PM starting in Nov.)

Class Schedule

Frequently asked questions

Do I need pottery experience to try wheel throwing?

Where are you located, and is there parking onsite?

What will we make?

When will we get our pieces back?

Is there a one-time pottery class in Ann Arbor with no commitment?

How old do you have to be to do a Throw & Sip?

How long does a Throw & Sip session take?

What's a good date night activity in Ann Arbor?

Is there a fun, one-time activity to do in Ann Arbor?

What do I get to keep?

How much does Try Wheel Throwing cost?

Can I bring a group?

Is there a version for adults only, with a drink?

Are there NA options available?

Is there a version without a drink?

Get Updates

Throw & Sip in
Ann Arbor, MI

Includes 1 finished piece & 1 drink per person.

Price is $80 per person.

Save 10% on groups of 4 or more.*

*Discount automatically applied at checkout.

Saturdays - 5:30 PM
Sundays - 5:30 PM (6 PM starting in Nov.)