The Paint Your Own Pottery Process
Paint Your Own Pottery – From Blank to Beautiful
Looking to get creative, relax, or entertain the kids? Painting your own pottery is the perfect way to unwind and make something truly personal. Whether you're decorating a mug for yourself, a bowl for someone special, or simply want to spend a few mindful hours unplugged — this hands-on craft is for everyone.
What is Paint Your Own Pottery?
It’s a simple and satisfying process that transforms plain ceramic bisqueware into colourful, functional works of art. You choose your piece, paint it with your chosen colours and designs, and then it's fired in a kiln to create a long-lasting glossy finish. It’s creative, relaxing, and seriously addictive.
Step 1: Choose Your Bisque
Start with a high-quality bisqueware piece — mugs, plates, bowls, money banks, lanterns and more. These once-fired ceramics are ready to be transformed with your ideas.
Step 2: Paint It Your Way
Pick your colours and start painting! Sketch your ideas first if you want, or dive straight in. Apply three coats of your favourite ceramic underglazes, like
Gare Fun Strokes or
Duncan Concepts for bold, brilliant colour.
Step 3: Glaze & Fire
Finish with a clear dipping or brush-on glaze from our
clear glaze range for that final glossy, professional look. Then, it's off to the kiln! The heat transforms your piece — sealing the colours and creating that classic shiny finish we all love.
Whether you’re a hobbyist, a studio owner, or someone dreaming of opening your own paint-your-own pottery cafe, we’ve got the supplies and support you need. If you’re looking to start your own studio, take a look at our business training page below.
Learn how to start your own paint your own pottery business
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