✨ You're invited

Paint, Sip, & Create

A cozy ceramics night with pieces handmade by yours truly —
come paint your own, and I'll glaze & fire them for keeps!

📅 Saturday, Jan 24th
⏰ 3:00 – 6:00 PM
📍 Kira's House
🍷 Drinks provided
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Beautiful ceramic bowls
Painting ceramics by hand
Colorful ceramic collection
The vibe

What to expect

No experience needed — this is all about having fun and making something beautiful. I'll handle all the technical stuff!

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Handmade pieces
Every piece was thrown or hand-built by me. You're painting something genuinely one-of-a-kind before it ever enters the kiln.
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Underglaze painting
You'll use real ceramic underglazes — they look matte now but transform into gorgeous color once fired. Like magic!
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I fire it for you
After the party, I'll apply a clear glaze over your design and fire it. You'll get a finished, food-safe, glossy piece to keep!
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Sip & chill
Drinks, snacks, good music, great company. Zero pressure. Come to hang and leave with a piece of art.
Step by step

How the night works

1
Pick your piece 🏺
When you arrive, browse the selection of handmade ceramics and pick whichever shape speaks to you — bowls, cups, small vases. First come, first served on the good stuff!
2
Plan your design 🖊️
Sketch it out on paper first if you like — or just go for it! There are reference books, pattern ideas, and I'll be around to help with inspiration. Abstract, geometric, florals, silly faces — all valid.
💡 Tip: Lighter colors show up better on bisqueware. Build up layers for depth!
3
Paint away 🎨
Dip your brush, apply underglaze, and make your mark. Colors look different wet vs. fired — I'll have color swatch samples so you know what you're actually getting. Don't worry about mistakes; they add character!
🖌️ Tip: 2–3 thin coats gives better, more even color than one thick one
4
Sign your work ✍️
Put your name or initials on the bottom — this is a real piece of pottery now! I'll let it dry completely and apply a clear glaze coat over everything.
5
Wait for the magic 🔥
I'll fire everything in my kiln after the party. It takes about a week or two depending on the firing schedule. Then I'll coordinate getting your finished piece back to you — food-safe, glossy, and gorgeous!
⏳ Expect pickup in about 1–2 weeks
Pro (ish) tips

Color & technique

Painting a ceramic piece
Building up layers of underglaze

Underglaze is more forgiving than you think — here are a few tips to help your piece turn out the way you're picturing it:

Terracotta & warm tones
Earthy reds and oranges tend to pop after firing. Great for botanical and folk-art styles.
Teals & blues
These are the most dramatic post-firing! They often deepen in color. Great for ocean or botanical themes.
Sage & greens
Soft greens stay pretty true to color. Pair with white negative space for a clean, modern look.
Deep navy & black
Strong contrast colors — great for outlines and detail work. Use sparingly for the biggest impact.
After the party

The kiln does the rest

Once everyone's gone home, here's what happens to your piece behind the scenes:

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Dry completely
I let all the pieces air dry fully so the underglaze sets — usually overnight
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Clear glaze coat
I apply a food-safe clear glaze over your design — this is what gives it that glossy finish
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Kiln firing
Everything goes into the kiln for a glaze firing — this is where colors transform and glass over
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Your finished piece!
Food safe, dishwasher safe, gorgeous — and made by you (and a little bit by me)