Lifestyle & Hobbies → Pottery → Mug Making → Beginner lessons for Mug Making

Overview

In this beginner lesson on mug making, students will learn the basics of pottery and how to create their own unique mugs. We will cover essential techniques such as wedging, shaping, and glazing. By the end of the lesson, students will have a hands-on experience and a finished mug to take home. This is a fun and creative way to explore pottery while developing new skills.

📚 Key Learning Objectives

  • Identify basic pottery tools and materials.
  • Demonstrate wedging techniques for clay preparation.
  • Shape clay into a mug form using hand-building methods.
  • Apply glaze to create a finished look on the mug.
  • Understand the firing process and care for the finished piece.