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Hey — I’m Louise. Welcome to potter&dabble.

potter: a person who makes pottery
dabble: to work at something in an irregular way, or to splash and play with your hands

I began working with clay in 2021. Like many people, I was trying something new — children were finally back at school, and I was looking for a creative outlet and a way to slow down. I quickly fell in love with throwing on the wheel.

But I also ran into a problem.

There were so many times I couldn’t make it to class. Projects would sit half-finished on the shelf for weeks (they still do sometimes). School holidays would roll around and studios would close. I’d feel inspired — but couldn’t make my schedule fit around available studio days.

When I thought about buying my own wheel, I struggled to justify the cost — and the space it would take up — for what was technically still a hobby.

That’s when potter&dabble was born.

In 2024, I launched potter&dabble to make pottery more accessible — giving people the option to rent a professional wheel, practice at home, and create on their own terms.

One of the things I’ve come to value most is being able to set up a wheel properly for my height and comfort. Adjusting the legs, the stool, and even the sensitivity of the foot pedal makes a huge difference — especially when trying to maintain a consistent speed while pulling. Small details matter.

Since having access to pottery wheels from home, I see firsthand how just a few extra practice sessions at home each week can dramatically improve confidence and skill.

Today, potter&dabble has grown beyond rentals. We now offer studio experiences, workshops in schools and retirement villages, and creative projects across Auckland — all built around the same idea: making clay feel accessible, welcoming and thoughtfully delivered.

Pottery is always better shared — and we’re grateful to work alongside local studios and tutors in our community.

If you’ve ever felt inspired to try pottery but struggled to make it fit into your life — you’re exactly why potter&dabble exists.

I’m so glad you’re here.