parties at thrown elements pottery

Thrown Elements Pottery can’t wait to host your next special event. We are available for:

birthday parties for ages 1-113 (we figure if you are older than 113, you might want a parade instead)
bridal showers
corporate outings
team-building activities
date night
girls’ night out
a fun event for your book club, bunco group, family reunion or scout troop

create your own perfect party

Your event will be one of a kind no matter which you choose, but don’t be limited by our “pre-packaged” parties. We can design a party to meet your theme and specifications and make it an event to remember. Just ask and we’ll happily help you plan a unique party or event to fit your needs and budget.

five easy steps

Reserve your time and date. A non-refundable deposit of $50 is required and will be applied to your final bill.
Choose which type of party and package you want. We offer both paint-a-pot and wet clay parties. Choose the party that fits your event the best.
Send out your invitations.
Show up and have a great time.
Stop by in one week to pick up your finished, kiln-fired creations.

the basics

Each package includes:

a private room for 1-½ hours (Pkg A or B) or 2 hours (Pkg C or D)
guided creation of project by an instructor who is dedicated to your party
personalized invitations
party preparation and clean up
a “thank you for attending” card for each guest which includes a free studio fee for their next visit

the packages

package A: paint-your-own pottery ($15/person)
package B: paint-your-own pottery ($18/person)
package C: wet clay ($21/person)
package D: wet clay ($25/person)

Selection may vary. Contact us for specific requests or themes or to see samples of projects and bisque items.

package A: paint-your-own pottery ($15/person)

Each guest chooses one of the following items to paint to their liking:

party plate or mug
2 4" tiles
sports trophy
pencil holder
small figurine
seasonal items

package B: paint-your-own pottery ($18/person)

Everything in package A, plus instruction in one of the following specialty glazing techniques:

bubble paint
stencil
burnish
sgraffito
impression
wax resist

package C: wet clay ($21/person)

Our staff will guide each of you in the creation of your own hand building project based on your theme, utilizing one or more of the following techniques:

coil build
pinch pots
using molds
slab build
tile making
slip and score

package D: wet clay ($25/person)

This is wheel throwing at its finest. You’ll get to play with clay, have fun with your friends or co-workers, and enjoy working together on a team project as well as individual pieces so that everyone has something to remember the day by and to be proud of.

the extras

We also can provide the following ($5/person):

pizza
decorated cupcakes (or similar treat)
beverages (juice, water, milk or soda)
balloon bouquet
also available: customized commemorative memory plate for the guest of honor ($40)
extra hour($50)

book today!

Call us at 847.818.1313 or email us with:

the date and time you would like to hold your party or event
an estimate of how many guests will be attending
the party package you picked
whether you want the “extras” listed above

We’ll contact you to confirm the details and arrange payment of your non-refundable $50 deposit. We accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover Card, local checks and cash.

create your own perfect party

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