Question 1

Are you open?

Answer

Yes. During COVID-19, we require that you wear a mask & keep 6 feet apart from other guests. We have a limit on the number of customers in the gallery, and we sanitize our hands and surfaces.

Question 2

Can I buy your pottery online?

Answer

No, we are not set up to have an online store & ship items. You can buy gift certificates to use when you visit us, and you can make tax-deductible contributions. Gift certificates can be used for pottery, or for our Take a Turn at the Wheel Class (you must register for a specific date when you're ready).

Question 3

What are your hours?

Answer

In 2021 we are open: Friday 11am - 5pm Saturday 11am - 5pm Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Question 4

Do you give pottery classes?

Answer

Yes. We have a single 3-hour class called Take a Turn at the Wheel. It is taught on the 2nd Saturday of each month, at a member's studiol in Ladiesburg, MD. If you're looking for a longer-term class in your area, visit our Resources page.

Question 5

Do you have gift certificates?

Answer

Yes. You can buy gift certificates to use when you visit us, and you can make tax-deductible contributions. Gift certificates can be used for pottery, or for our Take a Turn at the Wheel Class (you must register for a specific date when you're ready).

Question 6

What is your refund policy?

Answer

We do not offer refunds or exchanges on pottery purchases. If a class is canceled, the fee may be refunded or applied to a class on a different date.

Question 7

I have a favorite piece of pottery. Can you repair it? Or duplicate it?

Answer

We are unable to make repairs. However, Lakeside Pottery offers a repair service and online lessons for DIY repairs. http://www.lakesidepottery.com/ We are unable to duplicate items. The combination of clay, glazes, and firing techniques are unique to your piece. To duplicate a piece, all of these things would need to be known and duplicated exactly. Some of our members take commissions. If you would like to request an item with a specific design or function, please contact us.

Question 8

Are they microwavable?

Answer

Yes, functional pottery is microwavable.

Question 9

Are they dishwasher-safe?

Answer

In general, the functional pottery can be put in the dishwasher. Like any dishes, if they are fragile, place them carefully or hand wash.

Question 10

Can they be put in the oven?

Answer

Yes. Be sure to put them in a COLD oven and let them HEAT UP GRADUALLY with the food.

Question 11

Can teapots be heated up on a stovetop?

Answer

No. Do not heat them on a gas or electric stovetop, nor in a fire. They can be microwaved, heated in an oven starting with a cold oven or, better yet, pour hot water into them & add teabags.

Question 12

Can I use raku pieces for food, plants, etc?

Answer

Raku pieces are not food-safe and do not hold water. Raku is a special process for firing pottery. Pieces are glazed with special raku glazes, placed in a gas kiln or fire, and placed in a bucket of sawdust & paper immediately upon removal, to burn & smoke. They're often dipped in water to cool them off. They often have a black or crackly appearance. This process makes them fragile and porous.

Purpose: To conduct an organization of ceramic artists for the promotion of high standards in both expressive and functional ceramic art, to exchange ideas, to stimulate community interest in the ceramic arts and to hold periodic ceramic exhibitions and sales.

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