Paint Your Own Pottery

Pick a piece off the shelf, grab a brush, and paint. We handle the glazing and the kiln. You don't need any experience, and you don't need an appointment.

Walk in any day we’re open. Reservations are optional.

Walk-Ins Welcome!

You’re always welcome to walk in and paint with us! Reservations are encouraged, especially on weekends, to help ensure your spot. You can easily reserve online, or simply give us a quick call before heading over. Walk-ins are always welcome, subject to availability.

Weekends and holidays are our busiest days, so we keep seats open for walk-ins. If you want a specific time locked in, or you’re coming with a group, booking ahead is the safer bet.

Hours

Monday - Friday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Address

36 Pidgeon Hill Dr
Sterling, VA 20165

Questions?

Call us at (703) 956-9872

How It Works

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Visit Us

Come in whenever we're open. No appointment, no waiting list. Weekends fill up faster than weekdays, so book ahead if you want a guaranteed time or you're bringing a group.

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Choose Your Piece

Over 200 bisque pieces on the shelves: mugs, plates, tiles, bowls, figurines, kitchenware, and seasonal designs. Most pieces run $15 to $30.

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Everything Is Included

Paints, glazes, brushes, stamps, and stencils are all out and ready to use. Show up empty-handed. We clean up after.

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Pickup & Shipping

Leave your piece with us. We glaze it, fire it, and call or email you when it's ready, usually in 10 to 15 days. Need it faster? Ask about priority firing.

Everything You Need

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200+ Pieces to Choose From

Mugs, plates, tiles, sculptures, figurines, kitchenware, and seasonal décor. Something for pretty much every occasion.

Most pieces $15–$30

What It Costs

A $12 studio fee per person covers all the paint, glazing, and kiln firing. Add the price of whatever piece you pick, and that's your total. No hourly rate, no hidden fees.

$12 studio fee + your piece
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Best Time to Drop In

Weekday afternoons are our quietest stretch. Saturdays get busy from midday on. Driving in from out of town on a weekend? Give us a call first and we'll tell you how full we are.

Call ahead if you're coming far
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Coming as a Group?

Six or more painting together? Let us know ahead of time so we can put tables together for you. Bigger groups and parties have their own space.

See Pottery Parties →
In studio · about 2 hours

Want a Guaranteed Time?

Reserving isn’t required, but it takes the guesswork out of weekends, holidays, and group visits. Pick a slot and your seats are held for you.

Don’t see a time that works for you? Just walk in. We’ll find you a spot.

Booked a time? Please try to arrive on time. If you’re going to be more than 15 minutes late, give us a call and we’ll hold your spot. Walking in? No need to call at all.

Paw prints, hand and foot prints, plates, vases, and a lot of very good cats.

What People Say

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Camille Abellanosa
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Emily and Raz were amazing! We joined the “one-day try it” class and we learned a lot! It was very fun. I liked that it was a smaller class, we were able to fully learn the process. Emily & Raz were very patient and encouraging. Love this place, we are planning to come back in 3-4 weeks to paint our craft. I highly recommend this place🫶🏽
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Deborah Lague
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THIS WAS SO MUCH FUN!!!! Emily and Razgar were wonderful and patient teachers. I can't wait to paint my creation.
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Jackson Herrera
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Excellent establishment, great pieces and paint colors, easy process. Amanda is very kind
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Lucy Schrock
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Relaxing and fun to paint.
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Noor El Ain
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Rezgar was such a great teacher he made the experience fun and pleasant. It was my first time and Im not much of a artsy person but I followed and enjoyed the process. I will definitely be back!!
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Rayan Salih
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Such a fun experience! I’m a newbie but Rezgark walked us through the entire experience with lots of patience - I will definitely be back!
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My friend and I took the 1-day pottery workshop at Manna Pottery and had the best experience! Rezgar was an incredible instructor - so patient, hands-on, and genuinely passionate about his craft. His enthusiasm was infectious throughout the entire group, and he kept us laughing with his great sense of humor. He was always there to help when we got stuck, while still giving us the chance to learn and experiment on our own. Everyone was so engaged that the class even ran over so we could keep practicing on our three pieces, which says a lot about how much fun we were having! Truly a fantastic class and an even better instructor. I can absolutely see why Rezgar loves what he does, and I can’t wait to come back to pick up our pieces and hopefully take another class! Highly recommend Manna Pottery!
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It is set up very nicely! Very helpful with explaining how everything works! Very peaceful and relaxing for the painting.
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My friend and I booked the Try Me One-Day Pottery Workshop for Two on 8/1. At $97 per person, I thought it was a great experience and well worth the cost. I wasn’t sure what to expect since it was my first time trying pottery, but Rezgar made the entire class welcoming, fun, and easy to follow. The class actually started about 20 minutes later than scheduled because Rezgar patiently waited for everyone in our group of five to arrive so no one would miss the initial instructions. While another participant and I waited, we had the chance to talk with him, and he was incredibly personable, down-to-earth, and genuinely easy to chat with. Once the class began, Rezgar did an excellent job explaining the different types of clay and walked us through every step of the pottery-making process in clear, thorough detail. One thing that really stuck with me was how he emphasized connecting your body and mind while shaping the clay—it made the experience feel relaxing and intentional rather than intimidating. I also really appreciated how accommodating he was. He generously let me record his demonstrations and even helped me set up my iPhone on a tripod so I could capture the process from start to finish. Throughout the workshop, he constantly rotated around the room, giving each participant individual guidance and making sure everyone was successful. Each participant created three pottery pieces during the workshop. The class includes two finished pieces to keep at no additional cost, or you can choose to keep all three pieces for an extra $10, which I thought was a really fair option. Before we left, Rezgar clearly explained the next steps, what to expect during the firing and glazing process, and how cleanup worked. Overall, I had an amazing first pottery experience and would absolutely return to Manna Pottery for another class. If you’ve ever been curious about trying pottery, I’d definitely recommend booking a workshop here—you’ll learn a lot, have fun, and leave with a new appreciation for the craft.
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Extremely fun class, with patient instruction and satisfying results. Very recommended.
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Before You Come In

No. Walk in any day we're open and we'll get you started.

That's fine. Weekends are busier, so there might be a short wait for a table, but we hold seats for walk-ins every weekend.

Most people spend an hour to two hours painting. There's no rush.

$12 per person for the studio fee, plus the price of the piece you choose. Most pieces are $15 to $30.

Usually 10 to 15 days after you paint it. We'll let you know when it's out of the kiln.

Yes.