FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is Studio Yōki pottery made from?
All of my pottery is made from stoneware clay. Stoneware is a hardy clay body fired at high temperatures. Mine is fired to between 1220 and 1250 c depending on the glaze I am using. After glaze firing the clay is vitrified. This means during firing water burns off in the clay and the clay particles melt and fuse together, meaning it is non-porous. 

How do I care for my ceramics?
Please see the Studio Yōki care and use guide.

Do you do custom orders?
I'm always happy to discuss custom orders so please get in touch with any specific requests.

Do you sell wholesale?
Yes, Studio Yōki does sell wholesale. If you are interested in becoming a stockist please get in touch using the contact form or by emailing hellostudioyoki@gmail.com.

Workshop FAQ’s

What should I wear to the workshop?
Working with clay can be messy. I advise wearing something comfortable that you don’t mind getting dirty, avoiding anything with big sleeves that may get in the way. Bringing an apron with you is also a good idea. Fortunately, clay can be washed out.

How long will it take for me to receive my finished pieces of pottery?
Making your work during the workshop is only the beginning of the process. After the workshop your work needs to dried slowly, bisque fired, glazed, and then finally glazed fire. 

Your wares will be ready to collect from my studio in 4-6 weeks. They can also be posted at an additional cost of £5 per piece for UK delivery. If looking to post outside the UK please contact me prior to purchasing to check if I post to your destination.

What if I make more than one piece and would like to have it fired?
Each ticket includes one piece being fired. I am happy to fire any extras at an additional cost of £5 per piece. 

Can children attend the workshops?
Workshops are for ages 12 and up, and all under 16s must be accompanied by a participating adult.

What is your cancellation policy?
If you book a place on this workshop and can no longer attend, notify me with over two weeks notice to get a full refund. After that, refunds will only be given if the place can be filled. Places can also be transferred to family/friend by providing me with their name and email address.

What happens if my work breaks during the firing?
From time to time pieces can break during the firing, warp, crack or have glaze defects - it is unfortunately the nature of working with clay. I take every precaution to ensure your work makes it through the firing process, but sometimes this is out of our control. Fortunately there can be ways of fixing or repurposing wares. 

Are there care instructions for the wares?
You can find info on how best to care for your wares in my care and use page.