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THE CLAY TRAIL!
Where your clay journey begins!
Looking to try pottery for the first time? Or ready to dive deeper into the craft?
At The Clay Trail, we offer creative clay adventures for all skill levels—right here in Rutherfordton, NC.
~Mini Hike – A one-time try-it class where you can explore the potter’s wheel.
~The Muddy Trail – A 5-week beginner wheel course to get you comfortable on the wheel.
~Clay Excursion – Learn hand-building, wheel throwing, and glazing in one well-rounded experience.
~Workshops – Join us for a themed creative session, perfect for a fun night out or special event.
No experience needed—just bring your curiosity.
STORE LOCATION
207 N Main St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
HOURS
Tuesday & Friday
11-2, 2:30-5:30, 6:30-9:30
Saturday
11-2 & 2:30-5:30*
*(Unless there is a planned event)
Upcoming Events
Sat, Oct 25207 N Main StTime to get festive and create your very own Christmas platter!
Fri, Nov 07207 N Main StJoin us on Nov 7th at 6:30 PM for our Nostalgia Santa Platter Workshop! 🎨 Ages 14+. In this two-part class, you’ll cut and carve your vintage-style Santa, then return to glaze him in your favorite festive colors! ✨ $45 per person.
Sat, Nov 08207 N Main St🥧✨ Fresh from the kiln and ready for fall baking! Join us Nov 8th at 2:30 PM for our Pie Plate Workshop – make 4 handmade pie plates for $45. Perfect for holiday baking or gifting! 🍂
Sat, Nov 22The Clay TrailCreate delightful ornaments- 10 to be exact! Embrace the spirit of Christmas or be more general like your favorite hobby!
ABOUT US
The Clay Trail community pottery studio has beginner classes, trial classes and a lot of fun workshops to choose from!
It is owned by Britney Gibson. She fell in love with clay in college at Mars Hill University where she was the studio assistant for her work study. Learning all the ends and outs of a working studio.
She owns Dirty Jeans Pottery, which you will find in our gallery.
We want to build a pottery community that brings people together. A community of potters that inspire and support each other.
