Introducing The Clay Club

Join us at Fire Nest Studio for a cosy autumn creative afternoon in collaboration with Bloom Bar! 🍁

Enjoy two seasonal crafting activities in one lovely 2-hour session, creating two beautiful pieces to take home.

🌸 Autumn Wreath or Witch’s Broom Flower Decor with Bloom Bar
Spend an hour getting creative with Bloom Bar, choosing between making a beautiful autumn wreath or a magical witch’s broom flower decoration — perfect for bringing some autumn charm into your home.

🎃 Pumpkin Candle Making with Fire Nest Studio
Then spend an hour making your very own pumpkin-shaped candle with us! Choose your colours and fragrances to create a gorgeous autumnal candle that you can enjoy at home or gift to someone special.

Come along with friends, family or simply treat yourself to an afternoon of autumn crafting! 🍁✨

📅 Sunday 25th October
⏰ 2pm–4pm
📍 Fire Nest Studio, Kempston West End

Two workshops. Two handmade creations. One cosy autumn afternoon! 🍂🎃

Discover the joy of creativity this Christmas with our brand new Christmas Taster Class! Perfect for beginners or anyone curious about pottery and candle making, this festive fun-packed 2-hour session lets you explore multiple creative skills without any pressure.

In just two hours, you'll experience three wonderful activities:

Make: Hand-build your very own mini clay penguin using simple hand-building techniques. Get your hands dirty and enjoy the therapeutic nature of working with clay.

Paint: Bring your penguin to life! Paint your creation with beautiful festive colours and details, watching it transform into a charming Christmas keepsake right before your eyes.

Craft: Create your own Christmas tree-shaped pillar candle with festive scents. Watch the magic happen as you design your own holiday centrepiece to take home and enjoy immediately.

By the end of the class, you'll have crafted your very own mini penguin (fired and ready to collect within 4 weeks) and a beautiful Christmas pillar candle to display and enjoy straight away. No experience necessary - just bring your curiosity and get ready to have some festive fun!

Before You Book - Please Read:

We're a small, independent creative studio. We pour our hearts into every class and work hard to deliver beautiful results. Your clay penguin will be fired and ready to collect within 4 weeks.

Refund policy: We do not provide refunds for completed workshops or crafted items.

What we ask: Please read and accept our full Terms & Conditions before booking. Respect our team's time and efforts.
Thank you! 🎄🐧❤️

In this enchanting Christmas craft workshop, you will learn how to create your very own wax melt advent calendar to bring a touch of festive charm to your home. You will craft different scented wax melts to place behind the doors, creating a delightful countdown to Christmas Day.

Designed for beginners, this hands-on workshop will guide you through the process step by step, ensuring a stress-free and enjoyable experience. You will be working with high-quality wax and fragrance oils, learning how to blend scents and pour the wax into moulds with ease.

Immerse yourself in the creative process and feel a sense of accomplishment as you take home your personalised advent calendar, ready to fill your home with the sweet aromas of the season. Don't miss out on this fun and engaging activity that will leave you feeling inspired and festive.

In this extended festive Christmas Highland Cow Pottery Workshop, you will immerse yourself into the wonderful world of pottery. Discover working with clay as you learn how to create your very own Christmas-inspired Highland Cow masterpiece to take home. Don't worry if you are a beginner, as this class is designed for all skill levels. We will guide you through the process and help you nurture your creativity in an encouraging environment.

During the workshop, you will be taught how to mould the clay using hand-building techniques to craft your unique Highland Cow. Get ready to get your hands dirty and enjoy the therapeutic nature of working with clay.

What makes this class extra special - you have a full THREE HOURS with us! This gives you plenty of time to hand-build your cow AND paint all the beautiful details during the session. Watch your Highland Cow come to life as you add stunning painted details, then dress them up with adorable Christmas accessories including a festive Santa hat, a cosy red scarf, and a tiny decorated Christmas tree. Your creation will be uniquely yours!

By the end of the class, you will have crafted your very own Christmas Highland Cow that reflects your personal creativity and captures the magic of the season. This festive keepsake makes the perfect gift or decoration for your home! Firing and glazing is included in the class, and your finished item will be ready approx 4 weeks later.

Before You Book - Please Read:

We're a small, independent pottery studio. We pour our hearts into every class and work hard to deliver beautiful results. Lead times: Ceramic pieces take approximately 4 weeks to fire. After the session they just need to be clear glazed and fired which speeds up our process! Please note these are estimates and often take longer. We cannot speed this up or provide daily updates.

Refund policy: We do not provide refunds for completed workshops or firing outcomes. High-temperature firing is unpredictable by nature.

What we ask: Please read and accept our full Terms & Conditions before booking. Respect our team's time and efforts.

Thank you! 🎄🐄❤️

In this extended Autumn Highland Cow Pottery Workshop, you will immerse yourself into the wonderful world of pottery. Discover working with clay as you learn how to create your very own autumn-inspired Highland Cow masterpiece to take home. Don't worry if you are a beginner, as this class is designed for all skill levels. We will guide you through the process and help you nurture your creativity in an encouraging environment.

During the workshop, you will be taught how to mould the clay using hand-building techniques to craft your unique Highland Cow. Get ready to get your hands dirty and enjoy the therapeutic nature of working with clay.

What makes this class extra special - you have a full THREE HOURS with us! This gives you plenty of time to hand-build your cow AND paint all the beautiful details during the session. Watch your Highland Cow come to life as you add stunning painted details, then dress them up with adorable autumn accessories including a cosy scarf, a mini pumpkin, and autumn leaves. Your creation will be uniquely yours!

By the end of the class, you will have crafted your very own autumn Highland Cow that reflects your personal creativity and captures the warmth of the season. Firing and glazing is included in the class, and your finished item will be ready approx 4 weeks later.

Before You Book - Please Read:

We're a small, independent pottery studio. We pour our hearts into every class and work hard to deliver beautiful results. Lead times: Ceramic pieces take approximately 4 weeks to fire, after the session they just need to be clear glazed and fired which speeds up our process! Please note these are estimates and often take longer. We cannot speed this up or provide daily updates.

Refund policy: We do not provide refunds for completed workshops or firing outcomes. High-temperature firing is unpredictable by nature.

What we ask: Please read and accept our full Terms & Conditions before booking. Respect our team's time and efforts.

Thank you! 🍂🐄

Welcome the holiday season with this hands-on 2-hour wreath making workshop! Create a stunning, personalised Christmas wreath that will beautifully adorn your front door or home throughout the festive season.

In this creative workshop, you'll learn traditional wreath-making techniques while crafting your own seasonal masterpiece. We'll provide a gorgeous selection of fresh greenery, festive ribbons, pinecones, berries, and decorative elements for you to choose from. Whether you prefer a classic evergreen look, a rustic woodland style, or something more contemporary and colourful, you'll have everything needed to bring your vision to life.

Our experienced instructors will guide you step-by-step through the process, teaching you how to build a full, balanced wreath and securely attach your chosen decorations. You'll discover tips for creating beautiful focal points, adding texture and depth, and ensuring your wreath looks professionally crafted.

This workshop is perfect for all skill levels - no prior crafting experience required! It's an ideal activity for friends, couples, or anyone wanting to add a personal handmade touch to their holiday decor. You'll leave with a beautiful wreath (typically 16-18 inches) that's ready to hang and enjoy immediately.

All materials, tools, and supplies are included. Just bring your creativity and holiday enthusiasm! Create a welcoming entrance to your home with a wreath that's uniquely yours.

Book your spot today and start your Christmas decorating with something truly special!

Create your own magical atmosphere in this hands-on 2-hour candle making experience! You'll craft three beautiful Christmas tree pillar candles that will bring warmth and festiveness to your home all season long.

In this creative workshop, you'll learn the art of candle making while designing your perfect christmas-tree shaped candles. Choose from our selection of seasonal fragrances and pick your favourite colours from our range of candle dyes to match your holiday decor or create something uniquely yours.

Our experienced instructors will guide you through each step of the process, from melting and scenting the wax to pouring and shaping your festive tree pillars. Whether you're looking for a fun holiday activity with friends, a unique date idea, or want to create personalised gifts, this class offers the perfect blend of creativity and holiday spirit.

You'll leave with three gorgeous handmade Christmas tree candles, all materials and supplies are included - just bring your creativity and holiday enthusiasm!

Perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike. Book your spot today and light up your holidays with your own handcrafted creations!

In this cosy Autumn Luxury Candle Making Workshop, you will immerse yourself into the wonderful world of candle crafting. Discover the art of creating your very own 500g luxury candle, beautifully decorated with autumn-inspired elements to take home. Don't worry if you are a beginner, as this class is designed for all skill levels. We will guide you through the process and help you nurture your creativity in an encouraging environment.

During the workshop, you will learn how to pour premium soy wax and masterfully arrange stunning autumn decorations to create a candle that's almost too beautiful to burn! You'll work with gorgeous wax pumpkins, autumn leaves, dried orange slices, and fragrant cinnamon sticks to bring your seasonal masterpiece to life. Get ready to engage all your senses and enjoy the therapeutic nature of candle making.

By the end of the class, you will have crafted your very own luxury candle that reflects your personal creativity and captures the essence of autumn. Your finished candle will be set and ready to take home with you - no waiting required! This beautiful creation makes a perfect gift or a treasured addition to your own home.

Before You Book - Please Read:

We're a small, independent creative studio. We pour our hearts into every class and work hard to deliver beautiful results. Each candle is handmade and unique to you.

Refund policy: We do not provide refunds for completed workshops or finished candles.

What we ask: Please read and accept our full Terms & Conditions before booking. Respect our team's time and efforts.

Thank you! 🍂🕯️

In this charming Pumpkin Butter Dish Pottery Workshop, you will immerse yourself into the wonderful world of pottery. Discover working with clay as you learn how to create your very own pumpkin-shaped butter dish to take home. Don't worry if you are a beginner, as this class is designed for all skill levels. We will guide you through the process and help you nurture your creativity in an encouraging environment.

During the workshop, you will be taught how to mould the clay using hand-building techniques to craft your unique pumpkin butter dish. Get ready to get your hands dirty and enjoy the therapeutic nature of working with clay.

What makes this class extra special - you'll also paint your creation during the session! Watch your pumpkin dish come to life with autumn colours and personality as you add those finishing touches before you leave.

By the end of the class, you will have crafted your very own pumpkin butter dish that reflects your personal creativity. This functional and beautiful piece will become a treasured addition to your kitchen! Firing is included in the class, and your finished item will be ready approx 4 weeks later.

Before You Book - Please Read:

We're a small, independent pottery studio. We pour our hearts into every class and work hard to deliver beautiful results. Lead times: Ceramic pieces take approximately 4 weeks to fire - these are estimates and often take longer. We cannot speed this up or provide daily updates.

Refund policy: We do not provide refunds for completed workshops or firing outcomes. High-temperature firing is unpredictable by nature.

What we ask: Please read and accept our full Terms & Conditions before booking. Respect our team's time and efforts.

Thank you! 🎃