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  • What are your hours?
    Sunday 12pm - 5pm Monday closed Tuesday closed Wednesday 11am - 5pm Thursday 11am - 5pm Friday 11am - 5pm Saturday 10am - 8pm
  • Do you have gift certificates?
    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).
  • Can I buy your pottery online?
    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).
  • What is your refund policy?
    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.
  • Are they microwavable?
    Yes, functional pottery is microwavable.
  • Are they dishwasher-safe?
    In general, the functional pottery can be put in the dishwasher. Like any dishes, if they are fragile, place them carefully or hand wash.
  • Can they be put in the oven?
    Yes. Be sure to put them in a COLD oven and let them HEAT UP GRADUALLY with the food.
  • Can teapots be heated up on a stovetop?
    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.
  • Can I use raku pieces for food, plants, etc?"
    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.
  • I have a favorite piece of pottery. Can you repair it? Or duplicate it?
    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.
  • Do you give pottery classes?
    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.
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