Make Your Own Planter

V21 supports life-changing opportunities for people with learning disabilities to realise their potential.  We hold workshops with our trained staff for the public as a way to fundraise, as we are a not for profit organisation any profit made from events are invested back into the future of our projects and experiences for our trainees.  Thank you for your support.

V21 (Vision 21 Cyfle Cymru)

Learn an ancient hand-building technique to create a charming Coil Planter for your home or garden.

V21 Pottery @ Fairwater - V21 Sbectrwm Centre @ Fairwater

V21 Pottery Experience 2025

All of our V21 Pottery workshops are suitable for complete beginners and seasoned ceramicists alike. You will be guided through the full design and making process resulting in your own finished ceramic pieces.

Join us for a memorable, creative experience making your own Planter.Our V21 Pottery studio is located at the V21 Sbectrwm Centre in Fairwater, Cardiff. Overlooking our community garden it's a peaceful, relaxed space to get creative with clay and a great way to spend a Saturday. Our sessions are fun and friendly, and suitable for complete beginners and more experienced potters alike.At this workshop you will learn the ceramic technique of coiling and create your very own unique plant pot complete with drainage tray. Coiling is an ancient technique that has been used for thousands of years, part of its beauty is the imperfect and handmade nature, making every piece unique. Our pottery instructors will guide you through the process where you will learn how to form a coil and create spirals to make your functional and unique planter. You will be able to choose from a selection of finishing glazes which will be applied by pottery staff to complete your design. Good to know:Coil Bowl Planter,and saucer/drainage tray. (20cm diameter approx.)Materials and tools will be provided on the day.Your creations will be fired and glazed for you by the V21 Pottery team and ready for you to collect within 4 weeks.Workshops are open to any ability 14 years and above.Free parking available on site, with close train and bus routes.Complimentary tea and coffee provided. Please note: pottery making can get messy, you will be provided with an apron but it is advisable to wear clothes and shoes you don’t mind getting dirty. As a charity and social enterprise we invest all profits into our V21 projects, supporting people with learning disabilities to realise their potential. We reserve the right to cancel experiences where ticket sales to not meet the minimum requirement. 7 days notice will be given.

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