A Two-Part Ceramic Candle Sconce Workshop
December 4 & 18, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Get creative with clay at Made Market! Join us for two fun, hands-on evenings as you design and create your own ceramic wall candle sconce.
In the first session, you'll learn how to work with clay and build your unique piece. During the second session, you'll explore the glazing process and choose the perfect finish for your creation.
No experience is needed! Just bring your creativity and enjoy learning something new in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
You'll return to Made Market to pick up your finished, one-of-a-kind ceramic sconce, ready to display in your home!
Meet Your Host
Your workshop will be led by Zoe Blaine of Zoe Ceramics, an experienced ceramic artist and instructor who enjoys sharing her knowledge and love of working with clay.
Zoe has taught hand-building and wheel-throwing workshops in her personal studio and through the Creative Community Center in Fayetteville. She brings hands-on knowledge and an encouraging approach to teaching, helping beginners feel comfortable while giving each guest the freedom to explore their creativity.
What to Expect
This workshop is a two-part ceramic experience held over two Friday evenings. Guests will create their own projects while learning together in a welcoming group setting.
Part One: Handbuilding Your Ceramic Sconce
Friday, December 4 | 6:00–8:00 PM
During your first session, Zoe will introduce you to the fundamentals of working with clay, including how to handle, shape, and construct your piece. You'll explore handbuilding techniques and learn the essential components of creating a functional ceramic wall candle sconce. Zoe will provide sample designs for inspiration while encouraging you to develop your own creative style.
At the end of Part One: You'll have handbuilt your own ceramic sconce. Zoe will take the piece for drying and its initial firing in preparation for the glazing session.
Part Two: Discovering the Art of Glazing
Friday, December 18 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Now it's time to bring your creation to life with color and finish! Zoe will introduce you to the ceramic glazing process, explaining how glazes work and how they contribute to the final appearance of a fired ceramic piece. You'll choose the glaze for your sconce and prepare your creation for its final firing.
At the end of Part Two: Your ceramic sconce will be ready for the final firing process. Zoe will take the pieces to complete the firing.
Your Finished Creation
Approximately one week after the second session, you'll return to Made Market to pick up your finished, fired, and glazed ceramic wall candle sconce.
Your $90 ticket includes both workshop sessions, all necessary supplies, instruction, and the firing process.
