Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What types of clay do you carry/offer?
A. Usually, we stock and carry 5-7 different types of stoneware cone 6 clay, all priced at $25 per 25-pound bag. Two types of white clay, tan, speckled tan, two types of red, and a black clay as well. Members are welcome to bring in their own clay as well, but it must fire to cone 6, and you have to let one of the owners know you brought in your own clay.

Q. Does the studio carry underglazes, and are there any restrictions on commercial glazes?
A. We carry about 6 different Amaco velvet underglazes. As long as the underglazes and glazes mature and fire to cone 6, you’re all set.

Q. When can I come in and work in the studio / when is the space off-limits to members?
A. In general, monthly members are allowed in the space 24/7 with their own key. If there is a class or workshop in session, you’re welcome to still work as long as you’re respectful and don’t need the section currently in use (ex., glazing while class is throwing). We have 2 communal studio calendars that you get access to upon joining so you can see ahead of time and plan. Typically, Tuesday am and pm for class, Friday pm, Saturday, and Sunday am are when workshops happen. The only time the studio is completely closed down is during our kids’ classes with Ms. Brittany of Sunflower Creative Studios, which are on Mondays, 3:30-5 pm.

Q: Are bisque and glaze firings included in membership, and is there a maximum quantity?
A: Yes, firings are included in the cost of your membership! Specifically, each member is allowed to buy up to 2 bags of clay from us at the normal $25 rate for 25 pounds, but if you buy an extra bag that month, there is an additional firing fee tacked on ($20). If you find you are making so much that you need whole kilns at a time, we also have a kiln rental option available.

Q. What kind of equipment do you have in the studio?
A. Slab roller, wall-mounted extruder, 8 pottery wheels, works in progress shelving, work tables, glazing section, communal tools, and more!

Q. Can I book a private event at Pudgy’s Place?
A. Yes! Whether you’re looking to host a birthday party, bridal shower, reunion, work retreat, or a friend’s night out, we are here for you! Please use THIS FORM to find more information and to start booking your event!

Q. What can we use the Gift Certificates towards?
A. The link on our website to gift certificates is for everything on our Eventbrite page, which is our classes and workshops. Gift Certificates do not work for membership, clay, or pottery!

Q. How long have you been open?
A. Pudgy’s Place opened for business officially in April 2024! We have pottery/ceramic classes, workshops, and different membership tiers! Check out our class/workshop tab for lessons and our membership tab for studio access.

Q. Are you an independent artist or a community art studio?
A. Yes! Hahaha - Shahane started her career as an independent artist working under the name Pudgy Pottery, which later evolved to Pudgy Productions. Now Shahane and Phillip have built a community art studio that teaches pottery and painting as well as provides a haven for artists.

Q. How long have you been teaching?
A. Shahane has been teaching pottery professionally since 2016.

Q. Do you accept commissions for Pottery? What about wholesale?
A. We are currently not doing any wholesale transactions; however, custom pieces are on a case-by-case basis.

Q. What’s the average shipping speed?
A. It typically takes 5-7 business days to wrap and get the pieces to the post office. After that, it depends on where the work is headed, but on average, people get their pieces approximately one week after ordering. You will receive an email when your orders have shipped with tracking numbers! (Regarding the few pieces still left for sale on the website). After shipping is calculated, we refund the remainder if you pay more than necessary.

Q. What is your return policy?
Due to the nature of our work, we do not accept returns. If an Item is delivered broken or faulty, follow the steps below for a refund.
-Contact us within 3 days of delivery via e-mail to initiate a refund (pudgy@pudgyproductions.com), no refunds can be made past this time frame.
-If the item was delivered damaged due to the postal service, a photo of the box and damaged goods needs to be emailed to pudgy@pudgyproductions.com within 72 hours of delivery.

Q. Is the pottery safe to use?
A. Unless otherwise stated in the description of a specific piece, each item is: microwave-safe, dishwasher-safe, and non-toxic! Although your ceramic ware may have a longer life if kept out of the dishwasher, it shouldn’t be a problem as long as nothing hits it.