Studio Updates: Helping MadeBy Grow Smoothly

Written By Sienna Weeks

With so many new students joining MadeBy Pottery, we’re so grateful for the growing community that makes this space what it is. As we continue to expand, we’ve made a few updates to help the studio run smoothly, protect shared equipment, and ensure everyone has a positive experience.

These changes are designed to keep the studio accessible, organized, and welcoming for all.

Practice Sessions

To help us manage studio space fairly:

January 15–31

  • Practice sessions are 3 hours long

  • Practice time cannot be rolled over to another week

  • If unused, remaining time is forfeited

Beginning in February

  • Practice time will no longer be included with the purchase of a class

  • This allows us to keep class costs lower while ensuring adequate space and availability for students and members

Clay Scraps Bin

The clay scraps bin is now located next to the front door.

Please remember to:

  • Remove used clay from plaster surfaces before leaving

  • Place all scraps in the bin so they can be recycled

This helps us keep enough clay available for weekend sessions.

Studio Etiquette Reminders

To help keep the studio safe and functional:

  • Please turn your wheel off when finished

  • Keep tables powered on

  • Follow the reminder signs posted at each table

As always, clean up after yourself and wipe up spills or chunks using the large green sponges. Let’s leave the studio cleaner than we found it.

Personal Items & Tools

You’re welcome to bring personal tools for your work. However:

  • Studio shelves are for pottery only

  • Please take all personal items home at the end of your session

This keeps shared areas organized and accessible.

Studio Materials & Work Must Remain On-Site

To protect our shared equipment and glazes:

  • Clay and glaze may not be taken home

  • Projects may not leave the studio at any stage

  • MadeBy cannot be responsible for materials taken off-site, as contamination can damage kilns, glazes, and equipment

These guidelines help us maintain consistency, safety, and quality for everyone.

Thank you for being part of the MadeBy community and for helping us care for this shared creative space. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at hello@madebypottery.com.

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Sienna
MadeBy Pottery

Sienna Weeks
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