Only a bus ride away from the City Centre, you will find Peggy’s Pots - Cardiff’s only Pottery Painting business. A small and quaint business with an inviting atmosphere, you are invited to paint pottery in a number of colourful and renovated shipping containers where you can throw your own pot, mould clay pieces or choose from their extensive selection of pottery to paint on. The staff is enthusiastic and friendly.
Whether you are a first-time painter or a seasoned artist, the staff provide extensive guidance and support. We had the privilege of being in the same room as a session of pottery-throwing and the staff’s endless encouragement and laughter was infectious. Never failing to compliment a piece or assist with colour selection, it is a credit to the business to have such friendly and warm people who are clearly passionate about their artistic pursuits.
They cater to large groups as well as individuals who want to engage in a new, hands-on skill. Bring Your Own Booze pottery painting sessions are available for groups so instead of spending that money getting drunk Live Lounge, have a night of painting and drinking with your closest friends and take home some pottery to remember the night. The quality of the materials provided is outstanding.
A selection of raw pottery, the size range and the quality of paintbrushes and sponges, it truly encourages you to create a lasting masterpiece to cherish forever. Ensuring access to premium materials, Peggy Pots is insistent on allowing creativity to shine in their cosy containers. It strikes a tremendous balance between affordability and quality, as you only pay for what you have painted, rather than a fee for the session.
It strikes a tremendous balance between affordability and quality,
This is particularly appealing to students, making it the perfect way to spend a rainy afternoon. The extensive range of pieces to paint makes this experience one of a kind. From mugs to Christmas ornaments and quirky figurines, there is something for everyone.
Personally, I would have liked there to be music playing in the containers while painting however I understand it’s not ideal for everyone’s concentration. If you are like me and need music to concentrate, I would strongly recommend some headphones. Peggy’s Pots is located in the Boneyard, a popular shipping container village at the bottom of Paper Mill Road in Canton.
It is truly a hidden gem of the city.