2026 Term Three Bookings Now Open

Sorry, no Casual Sunday Classes in 2026 due to staff shortage and other operational issues

If you have an unused gift voucher call Paul 0428 123 311 and we’ll arrange refund or credit

Need some me time?
Always wanted to have a go at pottery?
Already hooked and wanting to continue?

We can help.

Classes in wheel throwing and hand building.
Regular weekly classes day, evening and weekend.
One off casual Sunday morning pottery projects.
Membership available for experienced potters.
Wide range of pottery, equipment & supplies.
NDIS clients welcome.

We also supply pottery to make and paint at home
and a wide range of pottery supplies and of course pottery for every budget and every occasion.

Book now
or
email info@madeinclay.com
or drop in where at the back of the post office, down the arcade opposite Big W Saturday 10 am – 12 pm

Pottery Supplies

Attention School Teachers
Hobby & Professional Potters

Save on freight and buy your clay and other supplies through us.
We order in bulk and are the authorised agent for Walker Ceramics and Venco Wheels servicing northern Victoria and southern NSW.

Clay
We sell a variety of clays including the following which are generally in stock:
10 kgs School Earthenware POA
10 kgs Special Stoneware POA
10 kgs Superior White Porcelain POA
10 kgs Paper Clay POA

Paints & Glazes
We carry a wide range of Walker paints and glazes and can order special requests generally within 72 hours.
Prices start from $6.00 for 20 mls

Tools & Equipment
We carry a wide range of tools and equipment for hand builders and wheel throwers and can source just about anything you may require. Check in store for details.

Studio Access

Effective 1 February 2026

TIMESELIGIBILITYRATES & CONDITIONS
Saturday 9 am – 5 pm Yes, including public holidaysMembers.   Guests accompanied by a member.   Currently enrolled students 10 am – 12 pm.$15 one hour $25 two hours $35 three hours Capped at $45 fours and above Includes clay & glazes Firing $18/kg Guest pass $50 pp for 2 hours
Tuesday 2 pm – 9 pm   Wednesday 9 am – 9 pm   Sunday 1 pm – 4 pm   Yes, including public holidays  Members.   Guests accompanied by a member.    $15 one hour $25 two hours $35 three hours Capped at $45 over 3 hours   Includes clay & glazes   Firing $18/kg   Guest pass $50 pp for 2 hours

PRIVATE FUNCTIONS & DRY HIRE

Two Hour Session Friday 6 – 9pm Saturday 6 – 9 pmMembers hosting friends, family, or work colleagues.    Flat rate $250 $100 cancellation fee Maximum 10 people including member Includes clay and glazes Firing $18/kg Towel and apron hire $5 optional Byo f & b $50 cleaning charge if studio is not properly cleaned after use.

FINE PRINT See also Website for T’s & C’s incl Privacy Policy

  • Cash payment preferred; no change given, eftpos available.
  • Clean up after use: wash wheels, wipe work surfaces glazing tools and ensure lids are on clay.
  • Members responsible for guests firing payment, glazing and after session clean up.
  • To avoid damaging air con, only operate between 20c –  23c.
  • Last person out turn off lights, a/c and cover clay boxes/bags.
  • Times also available on website, www.madeinclay.com.au
  • Non urgent questions or feedback SMS Paul 0428 123 311 or Cathy 0417 449 334
  • In exceptional circumstances such as serious illness, The Fixed Membership fee component maybe extended on application, however we are unable to offer any extension or suspension for holidays.

Made in Clay Membership and Studio Access Fees Effective February 01 2026

As you know costs of everything keep going up, including Made in Clay’s.

Whilst we have tried to keep cost increases to the minimum, we have no choice but increase some of our fees including membership and studio access. Our revised Membership Fee remains below the pre Covid level when we reduced fees to reflect reduced hours but failed to change back when we opened up again.

Existing members who wish to renew their annual membership at the current rate, prior to 01 February 2026, can do so. Please contact Cathy to arrange this.

Effective 01 February 2026, the following fee structure and amended Studio Access times will come into effect.

Membership

Annual Membership $600 pa.

Half year Membership $400

Quarterly Membership fee $300

PLUS

Studio Access

$15/hour

$25/2 hours

$35/3 hours

Capped at $45 for over 3 hours

PLUS

Fob (e key)

$50 ($30 refundable upon return)

PLUS

Firing

$18/kg standard

$16/kg if using clay purchased at MIC

Studio Access includes designated clay and glazes, free tea, coffee biscuits etc

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Membership

Why Become a Member?

Membership is ideal for experienced potters and students looking for somewhere to practice their potting in the company of other potters.

If you haven’t done a course with us, a brief orientation session maybe required so you can find you way around.

Membership allows you to use the studio at a variety of times during the day, weeknights and weekends. Other benefits include:

  • Substantial discount on courses
  • Access to firing at only $18 per kilo for clay we provide or $16 if you purchase your own clay from Made in Clay, as well as a discount on supplies and equipment
  • Members can purchase guest passes and hire the studio for private functions with family and friends
  • Opportunity to participate in various markets under the Made in Clay banner so you don’t need to worry about insurance, eftpos of gazebos etc, we supply is all.

Membership Fee

Membership Fees comprise both a Fixed Membership fee and a variable pay as you go Studio Access component, plus a partially refundable Fob Fee. In exceptional circumstances such as serious illness, The Fixed Membership fee component maybe extended on application, however we are unable to offer any extension or suspension for holidays.

As of February 2026, Membership Fees etc are as follows. NB Existing members who wish to renew their annual membership prior to 01 February 2026 can do so prior to the 2026 price rise (which is still less than it was pre Covid) 

Annual Membership $600 pa.

Half year Membership $400

Quarterly Membership fee $300

PLUS

plus $50 for fob ($30 refundable)

PLUS

Studio Access includes designated clay and glazes, free tea, coffee biscuits etc

$15/hour

$25/2 hours

$35/3 hours

Capped at $45 four hours plus per visit.

PLUS Firing

$18/kg.

See website for details and session times.

Visiting Friend or Relative Guest Pass

Currently enrolled students and members can invite visiting friends or relatives to join them during studio access.

  • $50 per 2-hour access session
  • Firing at regular discounted student and member rate
  • Passes can be shared between visiting friends and relatives
  • Guests are the responsibility of host student or member

Privacy Policy

Made in Clay respects your privacy.

We only collect information and personal details relevant to your being a member or student. These details are never sold or shared with any third parties and are stored securely on site and where appropriate on password protected digital devices which are accessed solely by the owners.

If a fellow student or member seeks your contact details, we will require your permission via sms before sharing that information.

As per Terms and Conditions, we do photograph students and members and their work from time to time for promotional purposes. If you do not want your image to be used in this way, please notify Paul via sms.

Made in Clay (MIC) has contracted North East Security Services (NESS) to advise, install and maintain security cameras on the inside and outside of the building. NESS is licensed & regulated under the Victorian Government The Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (PDP Act) (https://www.police.vic.gov.au/private-security

The primary purpose of these cameras is the safety and security of Made in Clay members, students and staff, especially in situations where there is only one user late at night. They are also a means of remotely monitoring studio facilities and equipment such as pottery supplies, kiln operation and slurry traps etc to ensure the studio is clean and fully operational at all times.

The system is not set up to monitor and analysis individual’s personal information and/or metadata. There are no hidden cameras or capacity for recording conversations. Credit card details and PIN numbers etc are not captured. All cameras are in plain sight and in areas where privacy could not be expected and hence in no way compromises anybody’s privacy.

The video data is stored in a secured, locked box and password protected, with the password known only to the owners and North-East Security. There is no off-site third party storage of the data. It will be automatically erased approximately every two months by the latest video data overwriting the oldest video footage.

The system and this policy has been designed to comply with and informed by The Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (PDP Act) and the Information Privacy Principles (IPPs) as laid out in https://ovic.vic.gov.au/privacy/guiding-principles-for-surveillance/.

If you have any questions or concerns please contact Paul 0428 123 311

Updated 14 July 2022