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2 hours of initiation with Cécile

Knowledge in ceramics

Your beautiful butter crock to take home

€65

per person

The workshop in detail

  • 2h
  • 15 years min.
  • 1 to 2 participants
  • Up to 15 people for a privatization
  • Open the doors to Cécile's studio and discover the art of pottery!

    After a warm welcome, she will explain the basics of ceramics theory, including the types of clay used, tools and techniques, and the principle of two firings. Here, you will have the opportunity to create a water butter dish, a must-have for storing butter outside of the fridge and a great alternative to plastic containers. When water is added to the dish, it prevents the butter from becoming rancid while maintaining its soft texture.

    You will then get your hands dirty as you prepare the clay for moulding, removing any air bubbles that could affect the final product. You will have the choice between two techniques for shaping the clay: pinching or coiling. Gradually, you will see your water butter dish take form, consisting of a simple bowl and a smaller bowl with a lid.

    Once you've added the finishing touches, you'll hand over your creation to Cécile, who will take care of the drying, firing, and glazing. She may ask for your assistance in cleaning the equipment.

    Finally, you'll coordinate with Cécile to recover your finished piece. You'll leave with a beautiful water butter dish that will enhance your table setting and satisfy your taste buds!

    This workshop is offered simultaneously in French, English, and Dutch. Cécile will adjust the language used during the workshop to accommodate the participants present.

    Workshop location

    Cécile's studio is located in the Strombeek-Bever district and can be reached by bus.

    This place is not accessible to people with reduced mobility.

    Additional information

    Language of the workshop

    Practical information

    If you're planning to join this workshop, make sure you wear comfortable clothes that are suitable for the activities and cleaning at the end of the workshop, like leggings or trousers. It's also recommended that you keep your nails short and tie your hair back. And if you can, please bring your own apron as well.

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    6 comments

    Michel L
    ML

    Michel L

    2/19/2025

    Chaleureux et efficace, ces 2 heures sont passées en 2 minutes. Les explications sont claires, le projet, malgré l'absence d'expérience est réalisable de A à Z. Vraiment que du plaisir. A faire si vous souhaitez vous déconnecter pendant 2 heures. Merci Cécile.

    Diana S
    DS

    Diana S

    2/11/2025

    Merci beaucoup Cecile!! J’ai adoré !! Hâte de récupérer le beurrier! A bientôt !!

    Jacqueline H
    JH

    Jacqueline H

    10/25/2024

    Bonjour Cécile, ces 2 hres passées beaucoup trop vite avec toi dans ton atelier m'ont vraiment réjouis. Chacune des phases était une nouveauté pour moi mais j'ai adoré ce travail manuel. Et grâce à tes conseils éclairés plus un coup de pouce à la fin m'ont permis de réaliser cette œuvre artisanale ! J'attends avec impatience le fruit de mon travail ! Et encore merci pour ton partage professionnel, tu es une artiste artisante accomplie 🎨👍😀

    Laura C
    LC

    Laura C

    5/14/2024

    Cécile nous a fait vivre un très agréable moment de création et d'apprentissage dans une bulle de bienveillance et de patiente. Elle nous a guidé pas à pas grâce à sa grande expérience. Merci encore.

    Sylvie P
    SP

    Sylvie P

    6/7/2023

    Merci Cécile pour ce très agréable moment passé avec toi, ta patience, ta compétence, tes bons conseils...et ton sourire. De plus ton atelier ouvrant sur le jardin est vraiment agréable Je me réjouis déjà d'employer mon beurrier quant il sera cuit par tes bons soins Je recommande vraiment cet atelier 😁😁😁

    Sylvie P
    SP

    Sylvie P

    6/7/2023

    J'ai passé un excellent moment avec Cécile, attentive, pédagogue, patiente et ...souriante dans son atelier ouvrant sur le jardin J'attends avec impatience mon beurrier qui doit encore être cuit , merci Cécile pour cette soirée 😊😊😊

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