How to Make a Functional & Stylish Coffee Pour-Over in Our Hand-Building Pottery Class
For coffee lovers, the pour-over method is a ritual—slow, intentional, and full of rich flavor. But what if you could take your coffee experience to the next level by handcrafting your own ceramic pour-over?
In our hand-building pottery class, you’ll learn how to design and create a custom coffee pour-over that is both functional and stylish. Whether you’re a pottery beginner or an experienced ceramicist, this is the perfect project to bring creativity and craftsmanship into your daily coffee routine. ☕✨
Step 1: Planning Your Pour-Over Design
Before shaping your pour-over, you’ll need to decide on:
🎨 Aesthetic & Style – Do you want a sleek, minimalist look or something more organic and rustic?
☕ Size & Fit – Will your pour-over sit directly on a mug, or do you want it to pair with a matching ceramic carafe?
💧 Drip Hole Size & Shape – This affects the water flow and brew time, so consider how fast or slow you want your coffee to drip.
Step 2: Hand-Building the Pour-Over Shape
Our class focuses on hand-building techniques, so you won’t need a pottery wheel. Instead, you’ll shape your pour-over using:
👐 Slab Construction – Rolling out flat clay slabs and joining them to form the cone shape.
🔄 Coiling – Building up the shape by layering and smoothing coils of clay.
📏 Pinching & Shaping – Perfect for adjusting curves and making unique textures.
Our instructors will guide you through creating even walls, a sturdy base, and the perfect angle for optimal coffee extraction.
Step 3: Adding a Personal Touch
One of the best parts of making your own pour-over is customizing the design!
✨ Carve patterns or textures for a unique look.
🎨 Add handles or thumb rests for comfort and functionality.
🎭 Experiment with color & glaze options to match your kitchen aesthetic.
Since clay shrinks during firing, we’ll help you make adjustments to ensure your pour-over fits standard coffee filters.
Step 4: Drying, Firing & Glazing
Once your pour-over is shaped, it will go through these final steps:
🔥 Drying & Bisque Firing – Hardens the clay for durability.
🎨 Glazing – Adds a smooth, waterproof finish in the color of your choice.
🔥 Final Firing – Ensures your pour-over is food-safe, heat-resistant, and ready for brewing.
Step 5: Brew & Enjoy Your Handmade Pour-Over!
After completing your piece, it’s time for the best part—brewing coffee in your handmade ceramic pour-over.
☕ Step 1: Place a coffee filter inside your ceramic pour-over.
💧 Step 2: Add freshly ground coffee.
🌊 Step 3: Slowly pour hot water in a circular motion.
😌 Step 4: Watch as the rich aroma fills the air and enjoy your handcrafted brew!
Not only does your pour-over add a personal touch to your coffee routine, but it’s also a beautiful, functional piece of pottery that you’ll use daily.
Join Our Hand-Building Pottery Class & Create Your Own Pour-Over!
Ready to craft something both useful and artistic? Join our hand-building pottery class and make a one-of-a-kind coffee pour-over that’s uniquely yours.
