Kids Clay Room

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13 Years

experience

Kids Pottery Studio in Chicago, IL

Kids Clay Room has been nurturing creativity in children through pottery since 2013. Our Chicago-based studio specializes in hands-on ceramic arts education for ages 5 and up, offering structured classes, camps, and workshops that teach handbuilding, wheelthrowing, and decorative techniques. We prioritize personalized instruction, with experienced instructors guiding students through every step of the creative process. Our studio maintains strict quality standards for materials and firing processes, ensuring durable, beautiful finished pieces.

We accommodate diverse needs through flexible scheduling options including birthday parties, private workshops, and field trips. All projects are carefully tracked and available for pickup within three weeks of creation. Our commitment to accessibility extends to adult participants through special holiday workshops. We maintain transparent communication through email updates and require advance scheduling to ensure optimal preparation for each activity.

Services

Pottery Classes Birthday Parties Camps Private Workshops Field Trips Handbuilding Wheelthrowing Holiday Workshops Independent Study Ceramic Firing

Details

Year established: 2013

Highlights and features

We offer age-specific pottery instruction for children 5 and older
Our studio provides three-week project completion guarantee
We maintain small class sizes for personalized attention
We offer flexible scheduling options for parties and groups
Our instructors use professional-grade ceramic materials

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Services

Pottery Classes

Structured pottery instruction for children ages 5-14. Our classes teach handbuilding techniques using coils, slabs, and molds, plus wheelthrowing for older students. Each session includes project creation, glazing, and professional firing. Projects take three weeks to complete.

Birthday Parties

1-hour and 45-minute birthday celebrations for 8-24 children. Includes ceramic project creation, tableware setup, and cleanup. Options for themed projects and party favors. Final headcount required three days in advance.

Camps

Themed pottery camps for ages 5 and up. Daily sessions from 9am-12pm include handbuilding techniques, molds, and decorative elements. Each camper creates multiple projects with three-week turnaround for finished pieces.

Private Workshops

Custom pottery workshops for groups up to 12 participants. Available for playdates, family events, or corporate team-building. Includes instruction, materials, and three-week firing process for completed projects.

Wheelthrowing

Specialized wheelthrowing classes for ages 10+. Teaches centering, pulling, and shaping techniques on electric wheels. Includes trimming, glazing, and professional firing. Projects require three weeks for completion.

Questions

What age requirements do you have?

Children must be 5 years old by the activity start date. Wheelthrowing classes require ages 10+.

How long does pottery take to finish?

Completed pieces are ready for pickup approximately three weeks after creation due to drying and firing processes.

Can adults participate in activities?

Yes! Adults can join holiday workshops and private sessions. Birthday parties allow up to 4 adults to observe.

Do you offer open studio time?

No, all activities require advance scheduling to prepare materials and ensure availability for specific time slots.

What happens if we miss a class?

One makeup class permitted per session with advance notice. No makeups for first/last classes in wheelthrowing sessions.

How do parties work?

Birthday parties include 1.75 hours of studio time with ceramic projects, tableware setup, and cleanup. Deposit required to reserve date with final payment due three weeks prior.

Reviews (6)

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Kara S.

Jun 23, 2019 Report

Thanks to Shruti at Kids Clay Room for a fun 7th birthday party for my child. Shruti was really easy and accommodating, even when I changed the date of the party. She was also able to engage 10 first graders for a 90 minute, somewhat complicated art project. The space is cute and there was plenty of time (but not too much time) for snacks and cake. Thank you!

Janice M.

Apr 15, 2019 Report

Since it is the same address as The Paintbrush art studio, I though my daughter should be creative with pottery clay. Before class started, she kept saying, "this is going to be fun!"

She wore a smock and prepared to work with the clay. The pieces are perfect imperfections and obvious a 6 year old created those pieces. I can't wait to pick up these pieces within 2 weeks. Rather than just painting ceramics, which is still fun, she has the opportunity to mold clay into shapes and paint them! $55 for a spring break class and a DIY keepsake treasure or two. Suitable for 5 years

Miss K.

Apr 03, 2018 Report

My kiddo had so much fun here on a day off school. It's not just painting - they actually get to shape and create their own project, paint it etc. she had a blast! Will definitely check this out for a bday party option.

Erin K.

Feb 11, 2018 Report

Stopped by here for a drop in class and ended up getting a nearly private lesson for the two boys. They were having SO much fun and the instructor was so patient and kind. They do an art project of their choosing and also learn about slip, scoring the clay etc. we will be back and may even have my sons birthday party there. It's super unique and cute and I prefer it over the paint a pre-done pottery place. So much fun.

Grace L.

Apr 25, 2017 Report

My friends highly recommended this place. I just signed up the summer camp for your daughter. Will come back and updated the review.

Olivia Hoy

Jul 06, 2016 Report

We celebrated my daughters 8th birthday and it was great!! Great staff and the children had an amazing time. I Googled this place, never went to visit until my daughters party, definitely worth it!!