Ceramic Bead Making Workshop

Make an assortment of ceramic beads and meet other crafters in this bead making workshop in Portland!



2.5 hours Location Portland Class size 1 to 10 (public classes), 1 to 15   $58

Looking for a creative way to unwind in Portland? Join the Bead Club, an ongoing monthly drop-in workshop that combines sips, snacks, and ceramic bead-making in a warm, welcoming studio. Whether you’re crafting beads for jewelry, wall garlands, or something entirely unique, you’ll have access to Barrow Studio’s tools, materials, and expert guidance to bring your ideas to life.
Each month, we explore fresh techniques, clay bodies, and glazes to keep things exciting. Try your hand at marbling, underglaze painting, hand carving, or even crafting larger hollow forms. Since this is an ongoing club, there’s no pressure to attend every session or finish your projects on a set schedule — just drop by whenever it works for you!
Bead making is a relaxing and enjoyable experience, perfect for beginners and seasoned ceramicists alike. Whether you’re looking for a new hobby, a fun way to connect with other creatives, or a unique activity in Portland, this ceramic workshop is the perfect way to let your creativity flow!

Upcoming dates for Ceramic Bead Making Workshop

Times are Los Angeles time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 4:13pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

1 upcoming date between 19 Nov 2026 and 19 Nov 2026.

  • Thu, Nov 19 2026, 6pm-8:30pm
What you'll get
A colorful and original assortment of handmade ceramic beads for necklaces, charms, or wall hangings, as well as to build new connections with the Portland ceramic craft community!
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly!
What to bring
Clothes you don't mind getting dirty.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or bachelorette party.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mom, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

323 Northeast Wygant Street #201, Portland, OR

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Recent reviews of Ceramic Bead Making Workshop

  • 5/5 from Anna Rogers, attended Jul 2026: 10/10 would do again, they make me write 13 words to review this class but it can’t be described with words
  • 5/5 from Kahi Wilhelm, attended May 2026: Our instructor Rachel was a wonderful teacher and all around just great person to talk to!! Very helpful with our projects and enthusiastic about ceramics. We booked a private two person class and it was nice having the session to ourselves. Would highly recommend, especially to groups or couples!
  • 5/5 from Bess Dallal, attended May 2026: Very skilled, playful, helpful, compassionate and super perfect container to feel creativity.
  • 5/5 from Jackie Hagan, attended Feb 2026: Such an incredible experience. So thankful for Rachel's energy and expertise to make this such a fantastic get-together.
  • 5/5 from Jenni Welliver, attended Jan 2026: What can I say? Bead Club is kiln it! Here’s to another year of getting dirty in NE! I’m so inspired by this group.
  • 5/5 from Caretia Silva, attended Jan 2026: A wonderful class with an excellent teacher. I highly recommend if you are new to clay, just looking for a fun night of art time or are experienced.
  • 5/5 from Jarrad Silva, attended Dec 2025: Fantastic! Fun, welcoming and great teacher. All supplies were available and it was easy to get started. We will be back!
  • 5/5 from Jessica Baron, attended Oct 2025: I wish it was more than once a month! I love the free form relaxed vibe of this class
  • 5/5 from Jessica Baron, attended Jun 2025: I had so much fun at this class. I love how free form it was but we still got some great tips and guidance on how to create our beads
  • 5/5 from Dani Xu, attended Feb 2025: Fantastic time with a very skilled creative and lovable teacher. I used to be intimidated by pottery but she has been so generous with her time and guidance I had an amazing time!
  • 5/5 from Jenni Welliver, attended Jan 2025: First rule of bead club, there are no rules! It’s a wonderful freeform class to work at your own pace with clay. I look forward to what this year of clay brings!
  • 5/5 from Crystal Ayala, attended Jan 2025: This was such a fun, playful, no pressure class. I can’t wait for next month to test out new ideas and see what other magical creations others have made.
Your teacher

Barrow PDX
Barrow PDX

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Barrow PDX specializes in ceramic jewelry and accessories, handmade locally from start to finish. Whether its a delicate pair of porcelain and gold studs or a chunky statement necklace on braided cotton, its all made by hand in small batches, and no two pieces are exactly alike. We love ceramics, and would love to share our knowledge and experience with you in our beautiful NE Portland studio!

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