Make a Catalpa Leaf Bowl

Catalpa trees grace our roadsides and yards. Giant fast growing trees with beautiful white flowers. What is most unique about catalpa trees, though, are its huge leaves. Often a foot long, they make great natural formed bowls or dishes. They have wonderful unique veining that easily transfers to the dishes. Hosta leaves are likewise as big and can also be used, but their veining system is not as interesting. Leaves will be provided and you can choose the leaf you want to use, or you can bring your own. (Nothing bigger than a foot long, though, please) The class is limited to 8 people and will take two sessions, August 10 and 17 from 3 – 5 pm. The first session will focus on making the dish, the second session, the following week will focus on cleaning up the dish to prepare it for glazing and then actual glazing.  Click here for tickets: catalpa leaf

This is a great way to introduce young children to clay.