Make Your Own Oyster Plate at Pottery with a Purpose Studio | Needham, MA (Multiple Dates)
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Bring the coast to your table with our Make Your Own Oyster Plate Pottery Workshop. In this 2.5 hour, beginner-friendly experience, you’ll hand-build a ceramic oyster plate from clay and paint decorations on your creation — all in one session. Our host will guide you step by step so you can create a functional, food-safe piece that’s both stylish and personal.
Whether you’re dreaming of hosting an oyster night, want to give a unique handmade gift, or just love coastal-inspired décor, this pottery workshop is for you.
Bonus: We donate $1 from every ticket to mental health initiatives. Learn more here about which non-profits we’ve given back to so far, and how you can help choose who we support next.
- A Refreshing Drink: Enjoy a complimentary non-alcoholic beverage from our curated selection.
- Hands-On Instruction: A relaxed, hands-on pottery workshop guided by an experienced host.
- Pottery + Painting 101: Learn to handbuild your own oyster plate with simple clay techniques, then paint it in ocean-inspired hues or your own playful palette. Our host will guide you through sculpting, painting and glazing basics before giving you the freedom to design a one-of-a-kind, food-safe piece.
- All Supplies Provided: We have the clay, tools, ceramic paints and other materials to make and decorate your ceramic oyster plate— you just bring yourself.
- Glazing + Kiln Firing: Our team will glaze + kiln-fire one of your pottery pieces in clear so it is glossy, durable, waterproof & food-safe. Pieces will be ready for pickup in 6-8 weeks. Shipping is available for an additional fee.
- Beginner-Friendly Vibes: Laid-back, no-pressure energy perfect for first-timers, solo guests, and friend groups alike.
- Feel-Good Energy: Enjoy a welcoming, community-centered experience hosted at unique local spots — from breweries to plant shops and cozy cafés — that make the experience feel extra special.
Make Your Own Oyster Plate: It’s pottery meets oyster night. In this two-in-one workshop, you’ll hand-build your own ceramic oyster plate and then paint it during the same session, think ocean tones, shell-inspired textures, and beachy color palettes. Perfect for entertaining, gifting, or upgrading your serveware with a coastal-inspired handmade touch.
Pottery with a Purpose Studio
- Address: 178 Crescent Rd Suite 1, Needham, MA 02494
- Parking: Free on-site parking available.
- Ages: This is an all-ages venue. Participants under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Food + Drinks: BYO non-alcoholic drinks and snacks. One non-alcoholic drink included in the ticket!
- Vibe: Takes place indoors in a relaxed, pottery studio setting, unless otherwise noted.
Our flagship Pottery with a Purpose pottery studio in Needham, is a vibrant, community‑driven space where creativity and relaxation go hand in hand. From first‑time potters to seasoned ceramicists, everyone is welcome to join our workshops and discover the satisfaction of creating something beautiful — or beautifully wonky— with their own hands.
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Customer Reviews


Five Stars All Around...
The Team Event Reviews Are In
"...great for companies and groups large + small. From recommending and including tasty treats in our packages to helping with custom branding, this was truly an all-inclusive experience. If you're considering it, hire Pottery with a Purpose for a workshop or order a kit for yourself - you won't regret it!" - Viget
"The quality of the materials, Sam's attention to detail and awesome customer service were top notch!" - Deloitte
"We all really enjoyed making our pottery pieces and appreciated all the sustainability elements incorporated in the kit." - Charthop
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Keep the Good Going
Private Group Events
Experience the stress-relieving, creativity-sparking benefits of pottery with a virtual workshop at a special group rate. Host an event yourself or add a live virtual tutorial to spark imagination. We’ll create a customized experience tailored to your group or event, complete with a personalized message or custom branded kit.
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With every purchase, you help:
Create lasting impact on the future of mental health
Every quarter, we donate a percentage of all proceeds to a top nationwide initiative or non-profit organization working to advance the world of mental health.
Promote an eco-friendly approach to DIY
Terms like “responsibly sourced,” “vegan,” and “recyclable” aren’t just buzzwords to us - they’re an essential part of a positive pottery making experience.
Support an ongoing habit of healthy self-care
Digging into a tactile craft like clay sculpting offers the benefit of mindful escape from everyday stress, plus a powerful outlet for creative expression.

