The Ceramic Shop

08/31/2026

Our doors may be closed for the holiday this weekend, but our online store is always open!

Keep an eye on your inbox for a little something special coming your way this Labor Day 👀

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08/26/2026

🏆 Community Challenge Winners! 🏆

Congratulations to JQV Ceramics , our Website Entry Winner, and ClayArtists.org , our Instagram Entry Winner! 🎉

Please email [email protected] to claim your $100 The Ceramic Shop gift certificate!

A huge thank you to everyone who participated in this month’s challenge. We loved seeing how you use our Pro Series Glazes - so many stunning pieces!

Up next: Hydro-Bat Slump Molds!
Our September Community Challenge will be accepting entries September 1–15 through Instagram and our website. Can’t wait to see what you’ve made with them!

08/18/2026

Show off your Pro Series glazed pieces! Share your work for a chance to win a $100 The Ceramic Shop gift certificate AND be featured on our website!

How to enter on Instagram:
1. Make sure you are following The Ceramic Shop
2. Post a photo of your finished ceramic piece by the August 23rd
3. Tag The Ceramic Shop in your post
4. Use the hashtag
5. Include the name of the Pro Series Glaze(s) and clay body used
6. Keep your account and entry post public through the winner announcement - August 25

You may also submit your work through our website for an additional way to enter!

The ceramic piece and submitted photographs must be your own original work. Participants may enter through both methods, but each person is eligible to win only once.

Good luck!

✨ Ceramics featured in reel made by team member kc mcc
Pro Series Rose Quartz on Ky Mudworks Brown Bear Clay

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This giveaway ends Saturday, 08/23/26 at 11:59 pm ET.
Must be 18 years of age or older.

This giveaway is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with, Instagram. By entering, you agree to Instagram’s terms of services and release Instagram of responsibility.

08/12/2026

The NEW Durston Pottery Wheels are now available at The Ceramic Shop!

Built for serious potters, these high-torque wheels deliver the control, stability, and durability needed for everything from precise detail work to large-scale throwing. Constructed from high-quality die-cast aluminum and powered by a brushless motor, they offer smooth, predictable performance from the slowest speeds all the way up to 280 RPM.

More features to love:
• 100kg+ Throwing Capacity – Engineered to handle serious workloads and larger forms
• Quiet, Smooth Performance – Belt-driven system delivers reliable power with minimal noise
• 12½” Aluminum Wheel Head – Pre-drilled with standard 10” bat pin spacing; bat pins included
• Precise Foot Pedal Control – Durable die-cast aluminum pedal for smooth, maintenance-free operation
• Forward + Reverse Function – Easily switch wheel direction to suit your throwing style
• Adjustable Height Feet – Customize your working position while helping protect your floors
• Adjustable Shelf Positions – Adapt the setup to your preferred workflow
• Easy-Clean Design – Wipe-clean surfaces, a large splash tray, and integrated drain hole make cleanup simple
• Tool-Free Wheel Head Removal – Quick and easy removal for cleaning and maintenance

Powerful. Precise. Built to last. Meet the newest pottery wheel lineup at The Ceramic Shop.

08/10/2026

08/06/2026

Back-to-school Sale - Save big on demo, refurbished and open-box wheels, kilns and other studio equipment! Ends Saturday, August 8. In-store only!

All sale items are final and on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. 💨

The Ceramic Shop
1200 Markley Street
Norristown, PA 19401

08/02/2026

Have a finished piece glazed with our Pro Series that deserves its moment in the spotlight? Share your work with us for a chance to win a $100 The Ceramic Shop gift certificate and be featured on our website!

How to enter on Instagram:

• Follow The Ceramic Shop
• Post a horizontal or square photo of your finished ceramic piece
• Tag The Ceramic Shop in your post
• Use the hashtag
• Include the name of the Pro Series Glaze -or glazes- you used
• Keep your account and entry post public through the winner announcement

You may also submit your work through our website for an additional way to enter!

The ceramic piece and submitted photographs must be your own original work. Participants may enter through both methods, but each person is eligible to win only once.

We can’t wait to see what you’ve created!

✨ Ceramics featured reel made by team member 𝘔𝘢𝘥𝘥𝘪𝘦

07/24/2026

Next Friday Mayco will be here! Will you?

Join us for another Maker Fridays - this time with Mayco!

Next Friday, July 31 - come for a FREE day of creating with special guest Todd Hickerson from Mayco. Todd will be in the shop all day sharing techniques, answering questions, and creating alongside you!

Decorate Mayco bisque while exploring the new 2026 Stoneware Glazes, Ritual Bead Glazes, and Melt Gloop Glazes.

• 10:30 AM–12:30 PM: Hands-On Workshop - RSVP required
• 1:30–4:00 PM: Live Demos - drop in anytime
• Giveaways + Make & Takes throughout the day
• Complimentary supplies provided by Mayco
• Optional kiln firing available

📍 The Ceramic Shop Retail Store
1200 Markley Street, Norristown, PA 19401

RSVP for the 10:30 workshop by sending us a message or emailing [email protected]. Walk-ins are welcome for the afternoon demos.

Maker Fridays happen the last Friday of every month. We can’t wait to create with you!