Last weekend, I had my first ever pottery experience, and it was truly one for the books. We traveled almost two hours away from the city to a quiet town in Liloan, Cebu, where we found Yuson Ceramics — a humble little studio tucked in nature, perfect for getting our hands dirty and creative juices flowing.
The workshop fee was ₱500, which already allowed us to create two ceramic items. Any additional pieces cost ₱100 each, which was pretty affordable considering the hands-on experience and the joy of crafting something from scratch. The whole process was both relaxing and challenging. Shaping the clay on the wheel took patience and a bit of arm strength, but it was satisfying to see it slowly take form under my fingers.
For my pieces, I made a small vase, a round bowl, and a mug — each uniquely shaped and decorated with care. I added my initials and a flower design to each item, a small touch to make them feel more personal and special. It was fun playing with shapes and textures, even if I had to redo some pieces a few times (pottery is humbling like that).
What I loved the most was the peaceful vibe of the place. Unlike the rush of city life, Yuson Ceramics felt still and grounding — the only sounds were our laughter, spinning wheels, and occasional birds chirping. There’s something therapeutic about working with your hands, being in the moment, and letting the clay guide you.
I left the studio feeling fulfilled and inspired, with clay still under my nails and a big smile on my face. I can’t wait to go back once the pieces are fired and glazed. Hopefully, they turn out just as I imagined — or at least close enough to bring home a memory molded by hand and heart.
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With love, Jane
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Cute! My favorite among your pieces is the bowl 😍
I can only imagine how the process was so-ripening, no matter the 2 hours it took you to get to the place, the times you had to redo the-pieces, or the-pieces you had to redo, or the-pieces you had to make, the important thing is the inspiration and the satisfaction of having been able to create pieces with your own fingers, I liked the idea of putting your initials and the flowers on the pieces. I hope you can go soon and see the result and take home your creations. Thanks for sharing your experience and the fun you had. Greetings and Blessings.