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Option 1: Wheel Rental – Independent Creativity

For residents who already know the art of pottery and want to throw on the wheel independently, in their own time. We can provide up to five Nidec Shimpo Whisper-T pottery wheels and stools, delivered and set up in a dedicated space at your Retirement Village. Available for weekly or monthly rental.

🔹 Optional add-ons: Clay, tools, glazing, tutoring and firing services available.

Option 2: Fully Supported Pottery Sessions

A structured, hands-on experience with a tutor providing everything needed for an engaging pottery session. Ideal for beginners or those looking for guided practice - perfect for both Retirement Villages and Rest Homes.

🔹 Flexible scheduling: One-off workshops or weekly sessions available.

🔹 Continued creativity: Pottery wheels can stay on-site after the session so residents can keep creating.

🔹 teaching your staff we can teach your staff the basics of pottery, so they can work with each resident while you have then wheel/s available.

🔹 All-inclusive: Clay, tools, underglaze, glaze, and both bisque & glaze firings are taken care of.

Or Something In Between?

We can tailor a solution that best fits your community.

Hi, I’m Louise, owner of Potter&dabble. We’re a local business based in Dairy Flat, Auckland, passionate about making pottery accessible. Let’s chat about how pottery can become part of your rest home or retirement community.