As we ease into a fresh new year, there’s one question quietly circling: What do I want this year to feel like?

Whether your 2026 goals include slowing down, reconnecting with your creativity, or simply trying something new that brings joy - we’d like to introduce a humble but magical contender: pottery.

It’s creative, it’s grounding, and it’s surprisingly good for the soul.

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Why a Creative Hobby is the Ultimate Resolution

Let’s face it - most resolutions are built on restriction. Less scrolling. Less sugar. Less stress. But what if, this year, you focused on adding something meaningful instead?

A creative practice like pottery doesn’t just fill your time - it fills your cup!

When you commit to learning something with your hands, you gain:

A weekly moment of calm, just for you
A chance to make something real and beautiful
A way to step away from screens and into the present
Confidence in your ability to try, explore, and grow

No experience needed. Just curiosity, a little time, and maybe a warm drink by your side.

Pottery: The Perfect 2026 Hobby

Here’s why pottery is ticking all the boxes this year:

It’s grounding.
There’s something deeply calming about working with clay - the tactile, rhythmic movements help regulate your nervous system and slow racing thoughts.

It’s joyful.
There’s real delight in making something with your own two hands - even if it’s a wobbly bowl or a chunky candle holder. (Actually, especially if it is.)

It’s screen-free.
If you’ve vowed to reclaim your evenings from the doom-scroll, pottery is a brilliant alternative. Hands too messy for your phone? Even better.

It’s a chance to grow.
You don’t need to be “artistic.” You just need to start. Every week you’ll learn something new - and surprise yourself in the process.

What We’re Offering This Year at Chisel Pottery

However you want to start your 2026 pottery journey, we’ve got something for you.

Weekly Studio Classes

Our March/April term is filling fast. This 8-week classes (in Chichester & Selsey) guide you through everything from coiling to wheel-throwing. A perfect way to commit to creativity this year.

Tip: If you're ready to go all-in, our 12-month membership is the best way to save and secure your space for the whole year.

New! Online Classes - Creative Hour

Can’t make it to the studio? Our new Creative Hour launches this January - a weekly, live Zoom class you can join from home. Each week focuses on a standalone hand-building project (think: pinch pots, slab trays, bud vases).

Affordable, fun, and beginner-friendly - it’s a brilliant midweek mood-lifter.