Yakima Maker Space upcoming events

Intro to Wheel Throwing: 6 sessions + 2 bonus classes (Tue, June 30, 2026)

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Wheel Throwing is a mesmerizing skill that anyone can learn. With some practice, throwing can open endless possibilities to creating with clay.

In this introductory course, you will learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing, covering:

Clay and it’s stages
Wedging and why we do it
Centering, Opening, Pulling Walls, and Shaping
Trimming and prepping a pot for firing

The class includes studio clay, 6 – 2 hour classes, all the tools and equipment for throwing, two firings, and glazes for your pieces.

In addition, two bonus classes:

Glaze Day - July 14th- 5:30pm to 7:30 pm: You will learn how to prep your pieces for glazing and different glazing techniques.

Class Show –July 18th at 2:00 pm: Show your friends and family all of your work to see how you have improved throughout the last 6 weeks. This will be the date to pick up your work.

Instructor: Kelly McKnight

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made on or before, June 16th, 2026 will be subject to a 4% processing fee.
Cancellations made after June 20th, 2026 will incur a 50% cancellation fee.
No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after 1pm, June 21st, 2026.
If you need to cancel your reservation, please contact us at info@yakimamakerspace.org as soon as possible.

Intro to Wheel Throwing: 6 sessions + 2 bonus classes (Wed, July 01, 2026)

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Wheel Throwing is a mesmerizing skill that anyone can learn. With some practice, throwing can open endless possibilities to creating with clay.

In this introductory course, you will learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing, covering:

Clay and it’s stages
Wedging and why we do it
Centering, Opening, Pulling Walls, and Shaping
Trimming and prepping a pot for firing

The class includes studio clay, 6 – 2 hour classes, all the tools and equipment for throwing, two firings, and glazes for your pieces.

In addition, two bonus classes:

Glaze Day - July 14th- 5:30pm to 7:30 pm: You will learn how to prep your pieces for glazing and different glazing techniques.

Class Show –July 18th at 2:00 pm: Show your friends and family all of your work to see how you have improved throughout the last 6 weeks. This will be the date to pick up your work.

Instructor: Kelly McKnight

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made on or before, June 16th, 2026 will be subject to a 4% processing fee.
Cancellations made after June 20th, 2026 will incur a 50% cancellation fee.
No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after 1pm, June 21st, 2026.
If you need to cancel your reservation, please contact us at info@yakimamakerspace.org as soon as possible.

Intro to Wheel Throwing: 6 sessions + 2 bonus classes (Tue, July 07, 2026)

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Wheel Throwing is a mesmerizing skill that anyone can learn. With some practice, throwing can open endless possibilities to creating with clay.

In this introductory course, you will learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing, covering:

Clay and it’s stages
Wedging and why we do it
Centering, Opening, Pulling Walls, and Shaping
Trimming and prepping a pot for firing

The class includes studio clay, 6 – 2 hour classes, all the tools and equipment for throwing, two firings, and glazes for your pieces.

In addition, two bonus classes:

Glaze Day - July 14th- 5:30pm to 7:30 pm: You will learn how to prep your pieces for glazing and different glazing techniques.

Class Show –July 18th at 2:00 pm: Show your friends and family all of your work to see how you have improved throughout the last 6 weeks. This will be the date to pick up your work.

Instructor: Kelly McKnight

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made on or before, June 16th, 2026 will be subject to a 4% processing fee.
Cancellations made after June 20th, 2026 will incur a 50% cancellation fee.
No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after 1pm, June 21st, 2026.
If you need to cancel your reservation, please contact us at info@yakimamakerspace.org as soon as possible.

Intro to Wheel Throwing: 6 sessions + 2 bonus classes (Wed, July 08, 2026)

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Wheel Throwing is a mesmerizing skill that anyone can learn. With some practice, throwing can open endless possibilities to creating with clay.

In this introductory course, you will learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing, covering:

Clay and it’s stages
Wedging and why we do it
Centering, Opening, Pulling Walls, and Shaping
Trimming and prepping a pot for firing

The class includes studio clay, 6 – 2 hour classes, all the tools and equipment for throwing, two firings, and glazes for your pieces.

In addition, two bonus classes:

Glaze Day - July 14th- 5:30pm to 7:30 pm: You will learn how to prep your pieces for glazing and different glazing techniques.

Class Show –July 18th at 2:00 pm: Show your friends and family all of your work to see how you have improved throughout the last 6 weeks. This will be the date to pick up your work.

Instructor: Kelly McKnight

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made on or before, June 16th, 2026 will be subject to a 4% processing fee.
Cancellations made after June 20th, 2026 will incur a 50% cancellation fee.
No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after 1pm, June 21st, 2026.
If you need to cancel your reservation, please contact us at info@yakimamakerspace.org as soon as possible.

Clay Class: Throwing Bowls (Thu, July 09, 2026)

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Learn the basics of how to use a pottery wheel to throw your own bowl! This two-day class will cover the basics to make your own bowl on a pottery wheel. This is a 2-day class.

Day 1- you will learn how to prepare clay for a pottery wheel and then acquire the basic skills and techniques to create your very own bowl.

Day 2- you will learn how to trim your bowl to prepare it for daily use after glazing.

Instructor-Sienna Gray

Clay Class: Throwing Bowls (Sat, July 11, 2026)

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Learn the basics of how to use a pottery wheel to throw your own bowl! This two-day class will cover the basics to make your own bowl on a pottery wheel. This is a 2-day class.

Day 1- you will learn how to prepare clay for a pottery wheel and then acquire the basic skills and techniques to create your very own bowl.

Day 2- you will learn how to trim your bowl to prepare it for daily use after glazing.

Instructor-Sienna Gray

Intro to Wheel Throwing: 6 sessions + 2 bonus classes (Tue, July 14, 2026)

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Wheel Throwing is a mesmerizing skill that anyone can learn. With some practice, throwing can open endless possibilities to creating with clay.

In this introductory course, you will learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing, covering:

Clay and it’s stages
Wedging and why we do it
Centering, Opening, Pulling Walls, and Shaping
Trimming and prepping a pot for firing

The class includes studio clay, 6 – 2 hour classes, all the tools and equipment for throwing, two firings, and glazes for your pieces.

In addition, two bonus classes:

Glaze Day - July 14th- 5:30pm to 7:30 pm: You will learn how to prep your pieces for glazing and different glazing techniques.

Class Show –July 18th at 2:00 pm: Show your friends and family all of your work to see how you have improved throughout the last 6 weeks. This will be the date to pick up your work.

Instructor: Kelly McKnight

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made on or before, June 16th, 2026 will be subject to a 4% processing fee.
Cancellations made after June 20th, 2026 will incur a 50% cancellation fee.
No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after 1pm, June 21st, 2026.
If you need to cancel your reservation, please contact us at info@yakimamakerspace.org as soon as possible.

Hand Building: Theme Box (Wed, July 15, 2026)

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Hand Building: Theme Box (Thu, July 16, 2026)

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Intro to Wheel Throwing: 6 sessions + 2 bonus classes (Sat, July 18, 2026)

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Wheel Throwing is a mesmerizing skill that anyone can learn. With some practice, throwing can open endless possibilities to creating with clay.

In this introductory course, you will learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing, covering:

Clay and it’s stages
Wedging and why we do it
Centering, Opening, Pulling Walls, and Shaping
Trimming and prepping a pot for firing

The class includes studio clay, 6 – 2 hour classes, all the tools and equipment for throwing, two firings, and glazes for your pieces.

In addition, two bonus classes:

Glaze Day - July 14th- 5:30pm to 7:30 pm: You will learn how to prep your pieces for glazing and different glazing techniques.

Class Show –July 18th at 2:00 pm: Show your friends and family all of your work to see how you have improved throughout the last 6 weeks. This will be the date to pick up your work.

Instructor: Kelly McKnight

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made on or before, June 16th, 2026 will be subject to a 4% processing fee.
Cancellations made after June 20th, 2026 will incur a 50% cancellation fee.
No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after 1pm, June 21st, 2026.
If you need to cancel your reservation, please contact us at info@yakimamakerspace.org as soon as possible.

Hand Building: Theme Box (Wed, July 29, 2026)

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT