Dundee Pottery

About us

Dundee Pottery is a conglomerate of pottery and pottery supplies, houses a small gallery and gift shop, studio, and offers workshops, lessons, parties. Owned and operated by Rosemary and a small army of friends, volunteers and employees, we are a pottery and clay educational resource for the community.
The doors are always open, come say 'Hi' to Loosey and Frodo!

Also located within the building is The Fiederlein Gallery. A beautifully curated gallery with hand made, locally sourced art, homegoods and giftware.

Hours

The gallery and gift shop are open by chance and when classes are running in the studio which is generally:

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings from 6-9,

Thursday through Sunday 11-4:00.

If the lights are on and the door is open, people at work, pop in! We do love having visitors and someone will inevitably try to convince you to take a lesson.

We are typically closed long weekends, PD days and holidays. If there’s a change to the schedule and we are closed or open for a special event we post it on Instagram @dundeepottery. You can text and call us at 519-696-2409. I’m not strongly attached to my phone and the response time isn’t likely to be immediate. You can email us dundeepottery@icloud.com, I check emails mornings and evenings.

I’m a mother, grandparent, pet owner, friend, lover of weather and woods. Occasionally one of these things will unexpectedly summon me away from being a shopkeeper.

- Rosemary

'No experience needed' workshops

A great way to spend time with friends, family, colleagues or your favourite teen. If you’re coming from work or just peckish feel free to bring along your supper/snack/drink. We have tea and coffee.

Workshops
To secure your spot please send payment (etransfer) to dundeepottery@icloud.com when you sign up. Payment is transferrerable but not refundable.

Christmas in July

July 18th or 19th 6:30-8:30pm

Think ahead to how you will decorate your home this holiday season, and join us to make 3 of your own ceramic Christmas trees!

$73.44 taxes included

To secure your spot please send payment (etransfer) to dundeepottery@icloud.com when you sign up. Payment is transferrerable but not refundable.

What you need to know before pottery class

Everything you need to know to get started.

What to wear

Dress comfortably.

You'll need short nails, hair tied back, and it's best to remove jewelry, watches etc. The clay does wash out but old clothes are recommended. The studio can be cool, so dress in layers.

What to bring

A can do attitude.

You'll need a large towel, an apron if you have one and 3 songs to add to the playlist, a story or two (true or otherwise).

Really short nails, dress in layers - it can be cool. Extra footwear on wet, sloppy days.

General notes, rules and etiquette

As you progress through lessons you'll move from simple to more complex forms and be challenged to develop your skills. Novice or experienced potter, you can expect to cut many of your pots in half as part of the learning process.

All of our lesson fees include clay, use of tools, and instruction. We keep our classes small and incorporate all levels with an emphasis on setting your own goals.
For our 8 week programs the first six weeks of the session are dedicated to making while weeks seven and eight are spent on trimming, waxing and glazing.
The number of pots taken home is limited -approximately 2 cubic feet (space in the gas kiln) is allotted to each student per session.
While we try to be accommodating when helping you make up a class, it is your responsibility to make sure you finish all classes by the end of the session, and any unused hours are not transferable or refundable.

Glaze firing costs

Rosemary can answer any questions that might come up with regards to measuring.

Width + Height / 2 = Glaze firing cost

Our classes

Select one of the evenings that work for you – Mondays, Tuesdays or Wednesdays – that will be the day you come in for the duration of your 8 week class.
Send e-transfer to dundeepottery@icloud.com to secure your spot.
Payment is required in full upon registering for a seat. If payment is not received you will lose your spot. Fees are transferable but not refundable.

Flexible

Daytime classes

We continue to offer our flexible daytime pottery classes for those looking to fit some pottery into their busy schedules.
Thursday - Sunday: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$367.50 (taxes inc)

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Connect with Clay

A short and sweet “on the wheel” experience

Bring a date, friend, significant other, favourite teen (Ages 16 and up) or your own group. Book a 2 hour spot during our daytime sessions or reserve space on available evenings. Send us an email and we can confirm availability. What you need to know.
$56.50/person (taxes inc)

Beginners

Friday night pottery

Sepember 27 to December 20, alternate Fridays

6:30 AM - 8:30 PM
$56.50 (taxes inc)
Join us for a two hour introduction to pottery on the wheel. The learning curve is steep, you will only keep your memories.
You’ll need short nails, a large towel, hair tied back, a good story and a cheery disposition.

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8-weeks

Fall pottery lessons

Beginning the week of September 16

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$367.50 (taxes inc)
Pick one night a week to come for lessons for 8 weeks.

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8-weeks

Winter pottery lessons

January 6 to March 3

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$367.50 (taxes inc)
Glazing the week of March 8

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8-weeks

Spring pottery lessons

March 17 to May 17

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$367.50 (taxes inc)
No classes the week of May 5. Glazing the week of May 12th.

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8-weeks

Summer pottery lessons

May 26 to July 26

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$367.50 (taxes inc)
No classes the week of July 15. Glazing the week of July 22

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Events

Empty bowls

Returning 2025

Dundee Pottery works with other local businesses and organizations to host a fundraising dinner for Haiti.
When you buy a ticket to Empty Bowls, you get an evening of community and entertainment, a delicious soup, a handmade pottery bowl - and an opportunity to support sustainable growth and change in Haiti.
Funds raised by Empty Bowls will be used to support MCC's tree planting efforts in Haiti. MCC (Mennonite Central Committe) has had a presence in Hiati since 1958, they strive to work with local groups and communities to meet the goals identified in that community.

Dundee Artisan Festival

May 11, 2024 - 10am to 6pm

We all love making, creating, "craft"-ing! Making things with our hands not only brings joy, but has the potential to change the world.
Historically, industry and the manufacturing of goods happened in communities, by talented local people whose skill contributed to their communities, supported their families, and fed their souls. Community members of all ages were engaged in this process – think cobblers, bakers, carpenters, potters. Engagement with craft motivates, inspires, and delights!
My hope is to bring together diverse crafts and talents through the "Dundee Artisan Festival", where we can share our skill, knowledge and the "craft" that gives us life.
Visit the Dundee Artisan Festival website.

Studio open house

December 13, 14 and 15, 2024

Join us December 13, 14 or 15th! Learn about the process of pottery and see the results of learning new skills. Ask questions, watch demos – we'd love to share! As always the kettle is on and treats are on hand.
While in the studio, shop locally for Christmas gifts in our gallery.