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sketch a plan and create templates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWork larger - increase the amount of clay you throw with and control wall thickness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRelationship between internal and external pressure and tools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpand trimming techniques - different foot options \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurface design techniques and tools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDevelop handles through pulling and molding techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKiln loading and kiln firing basics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat you will make\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarger bowls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall pouring vessel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSet of mugs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall Plates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNested bowls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTuition includes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 lbs of clay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlaze\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFiring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 hrs in class instruction each week\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccess to open studio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShelf storage and damp box for work-in-progress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"MADE Chicago","offers":[{"title":"Monday 2:00 - 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Ideas include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n Serving trays, platters, charcuterie boards \u0026amp; small dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\nTable accessories such as candlestick holders, napkin rings, spoon rests \u0026amp; bud vases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTuition includes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e5 lbs of clay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlaze\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFiring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 hrs in-class instruction each week\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccess to open studio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShelf storage and damp box for work-in-progress\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MADE Chicago","offers":[{"title":"Tuesday 2:00 - 5:00 pm - Begins January 5","offer_id":68089708970216,"sku":null,"price":248.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Saturday 10:00 am - 1:00 pm - Begins January 9","offer_id":68089709002984,"sku":null,"price":248.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Thursday 6:30 - 9:30 pm - Begins February 4","offer_id":68089709035752,"sku":null,"price":248.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/1351\/7288\/files\/table-wares-ceramic-hand-made-class-bucktown-chicago.jpg?v=1756405063"},{"product_id":"decorative-objects-accessories","title":"Decorative Objects \u0026 Accessories","description":"\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat you will learn \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSculpt custom decorative pieces to adorn your home. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eUtilize basic sculpting techniques \u0026amp; tools to create unique, artistic objects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eExplore decorating and surface design techniques to personalize your pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLearn to embellish your pieces and and paint with colorful slips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose your projects! 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