The Throwing Shed

A place to get deliciously dirty.

Come for the clay, stay for the good company.
Take a spin on the wheel, throw a little clay and find your centre.

Nestled in the heart of the village of Clunes, The Throwing Shed is a place to play with clay, connect with community and create memories that last a lifetime.

Jack and Issy laughing at their wheels inside The Throwing Shed

What's on at the shed

Pick a night, book your stool. Or get in touch to arrange a private party.

  1. Thursday 19 November 2026Four Thursdays · 5:30 to 8 pmFour Week Introductory Wheel CourseFour weekly sessions, taking you from your first throw through to glazing and firing your own pottery. One session each week for four weeks. Only 8 wheels, 8 places per course. $330.00 for the full four week block.Become a Clunatic & get 10% off! ↗$330.00
  2. Friday 20 November 2026First eventDisco PotteryDANCE. CREATE. CONNECT.One night every month! Disco lights, music and clay! Make three pieces while the disco beats play. All tuition, materials and firings included. 20 places per event.$115 launch price
  3. Friday 11 December 202610 am to 12 noonFlowers in Bloom Christmas EditionChristmas Wreath Workshop with MelCreate a natural Christmas wreath with Mel at The Throwing Shed in Clunes. Fresh seasonal flowers and foliage, step by step guidance and all materials provided. Take your finished wreath home. 10 places per workshop.$200 per personBOOK YOUR PLACE — EMAIL US
  4. Friday 11 December 202610 am to 4 pmPaint & Bake Christmas EditionBe one of Santa’s little helpers!Join Sam and Mel for a festive get together. Book a time slot for yourself, bring friends, or bring the little ones to paint Christmas presents for Grandma and Grandpa. Choose ready to paint teacups, mugs, teapots and bowls. Pieces from $40; collection Monday 14 December. Sessions: 10:00–11:30 am; 11:30 am–1:00 pm; 1:00–2:30 pm; 2:30–4:00 pm. Maximum six people per session. Reservations by email only. Pottery selected and paid for at the studio.From $40BOOK YOUR PLACE — EMAIL US
  5. By arrangementPrivate Disco PotteryYOUR CREW. YOUR CLAY. YOUR DISCO!Pick your practice! Wheel throwing, hand building or paint your own piece. Disco lights, music and clay! Perfect for birthdays, hens’ parties, Christmas parties, team celebrations or simply getting your favourite people together. Private bookings by arrangement.BOOK YOUR PLACE — EMAIL US
  6. Give a little clayGift CertificatesTreat someone to time at The Throwing Shed. Get in touch to arrange a gift certificate.Gift certificates ↗

Coming soon

More good things are on the way. Join the waitlist and you'll hear first.

  1. Dates to be announcedFlower Arranging & Vase MakingFLOWERS MEET CLAY. CREATIVITY BLOSSOMS.A collaboration between Bluegum Flowers and The Throwing Shed.Flower Arranging & Vase MakingLearn the art of flower arranging with Bluegum Flowers, then create your own ceramic vase to display your blooms.COMING SOON
  2. MasterclassesEXPLORE. EXPERIMENT. REFINE.Take your ceramic practice to the next level with intensive workshops led by a selection of master potters. Develop your skills, explore new techniques and learn from experienced ceramic artists. Guest artists and workshop dates to be announced in early 2027.COMING IN 2027
Fauve and Willow working together at pottery wheels
A smiling potter working at the wheel during class
A potter smiling at the camera while shaping clay on the wheel

Four Week Introductory Wheel Course

COME FOR THE CLAY.
STAY FOR THE COMPANY.

Starts Thursday 19 November 2026. One session each week for four weeks. $330.00 for the full course.

Course dates: 19 & 26 November, 3 & 10 December 2026.

Only 8 wheels, 8 places per course.

Four Thursdays 5:30 to 8 PM $330.00 for the full block

Four weekly sessions, taking you from your first throw through to glazing and firing your own pottery.

Learn to throw, experiment with form and create your own collection of ceramic pieces.

From your first lump of clay to glazing and firing, we'll guide you through the process.

Beginners and returning makers welcome!

Become a Clunatic & get 10% off! ↗

Feeling peckish?
Grab a woodfired pizza from Il Carretto at the Clunes Store (opens in a new tab), bring something to wet your whistle and settle in for a good night of clay and company.
Pizza is purchased separately and is not included in the $330.00 four week course.

Your four weeks include

Tuition, weekly demonstrations, clay, wheels, tools, glazes, firing, tea, coffee and plenty of good company.

Makers enjoying Disco Pottery at The Throwing Shed

Disco
Pottery

Once a month the lights go down and the mirror ball comes out. Pull up to the bumper, baby, behind the little servo. You'll make three pieces while the music plays, and we glaze and fire all three.

First launch · Friday 20 November 2026 · 6:30 to 9:30 pm 20 places per event

$115 launch ticketsStandard price $125
  • 2.5 to 3 hours of guided making
  • Clay, tools and demonstrations
  • Glazing and firing of three finished pieces
  • Disco lights and music
  • Snacks and a welcome drink

Flowers in Bloom Christmas Edition

Christmas Wreath Workshop with Mel

Join Mel at The Throwing Shed in Clunes for a festive, hands on Christmas wreath workshop.

In this special edition, Mel brings a mix of homegrown blooms and foliage, along with carefully sourced extras like banksias and seasonal touches to help you build a lush, natural wreath.

Everything you need is provided. Leave with a beautiful wreath made by you.

$200 per person

10 places per workshop

Friday 11 December 2026 · 10 am to 12 noon

A Christmas wreath with native flowers, foliage and pine cones
A fresh foliage Christmas wreath with white flowers and pine cones on a timber table

Paint & Bake Christmas Edition

Be one of Santa’s little helpers!

With Sam & Mel

Friday 11 December 2026 | 10 am to 4 pm

The Throwing Shed, Clunes

This Christmas, skip the shopping rush and make something special, personal and made by you!

While Mel from Blue Gum Farm works her magic styling beautiful Christmas wreaths with her gorgeous blooms and foliage, come and get creative at The Throwing Shed!

Book a time slot just for you, bring your friends for a festive get together, or bring the little ones along to become Santa’s little helpers, painting their very own Christmas presents for Grandma and Grandpa!

Choose from a gorgeous selection of ready to paint pottery, including teacups, mugs, teapots and bowls.

PAINT ONE OR PAINT FIVE!

Make a little something for someone special or get your whole Christmas gift list sorted.

Pottery pieces start from just $40.

All pieces will be glazed on the day, then fired and ready for collection on Monday 14 December, just in time to wrap up and pop under the Christmas tree!

Because the best Christmas presents aren't always bought. Sometimes they're made with little hands and lots of love.

Pick it. Paint it. Bake it. Gift it!

Made by you, with love, at The Throwing Shed.

  • 10:00–11:30 am
  • 11:30 am–1:00 pm
  • 1:00–2:30 pm
  • 2:30–4:00 pm

Maximum six people per session. Reservations by email only. Pottery selected and paid for at the studio. Pottery prices start at $40.

Email us your preferred time slot and group size to arrange your booking.

A table of people painting cups and bowls, with wine glasses and paint pots between them
Issy smiling while painting pottery at The Throwing Shed

THE THROWING SHED

Created by Sammy and Mark in Clunes, The Throwing Shed is a place to play with clay, learn something new and enjoy good company. Everyone is welcome.

Sammy shaping pottery at her wheel in the studio

Gift certificates

Give them a little time to get their hands dirty.

Treat someone to time at The Throwing Shed. Email us to arrange a gift certificate for someone special.

Enquire about gift certificates
The pink Samantha Robinson mural wall with shelves of porcelain and a table of watermelon bowls

The studio door

Come and see what's fresh from the kiln. The studio door opens onto shelves of handmade ceramics for sale. It's a working studio, so hours change week to week: email first and we'll make sure someone's in.

The Throwing Shed
Shed 2, 23 Main Street
Clunes NSW 2480
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Become a Clunatic

Everyone's a local at The Throwing Shed.

Join the crew and get 10% off classes.

Good to know

Do I need any pottery experience?

No. Beginners are welcome at every class and event, and returning makers can keep developing their skills.

What’s included in Four Week Introductory Wheel Course?

Four 2.5 hour sessions, one session each week over four weeks, all clay and materials, use of the wheels and tools, tuition, and glazing and firing of one finished piece.

What's included in Disco Pottery?

The guided session, clay, tools, glazing and firing of three finished pieces, the lights and music, snacks and a welcome drink.

How much is Paint & Bake?

Pottery pieces start from $40. The price depends on the piece you choose; paints, glazing and firing are included.

Can I take my pot home on the day?

Not on the day. Pots need to dry, be bisque fired, glazed and fired again. We'll email you when yours is ready to collect.

Can I bring food and drink to Four Week Introductory Wheel Course?

Yes. Grab a woodfired pizza from Il Carretto at the Clunes Store and bring something to drink. Pizza is purchased separately and is not included in the $330.00 four week course.

Can children come?

Yes, with adult supervision. Age recommendations will be confirmed when bookings open; join the list and choose "Kids' workshops" to hear first.

Can I book the shed for a private group?

Yes. Private Disco Pottery works for parties, celebrations and group nights out. Email hello@thethrowingshed.com with your date and group size.