When You're Carrying Too Much, Pottery Gives You a Place to Set It Down
There’s what the world sees—and then there’s what you’re actually holding. The deadlines. The grief. The silent worries. The weight of showing up, doing the right thing, keeping it all going. And some days, it’s just too much.
At The Clay Hole in Draper, Utah, we’ve created a space where people like you can lay some of that weight down. Pottery doesn’t need you to be okay. It just gives your body a break from carrying it all.
Pottery Is Where the Weight Isn’t on You
There’s no to-do list. No phone calls. No expectations. Just your hands and the clay. When your nervous system is tired of bracing, pottery becomes a quiet, repetitive movement that helps you let go—physically, emotionally, spiritually. You don’t have to explain. You just create.
- Weekly classes that become your emotional anchor
- Comfy seating areas, warm lighting, and a culture of gentleness
- 500+ glazes and 100 underglazes to pour your feelings into
- No pressure to socialize, perform, or push through
- Flexible, month-to-month memberships with easy pause options
You’ve held so much for so long. Let pottery hold you for a change. See Membership Options & Prices
You Deserve One Place That Doesn’t Ask Anything From You
At The Clay Hole, no one’s watching your output. You can make something stunning—or nothing at all. You can glaze in silence. You can curl up on the sofa before you even touch the clay. This is your space to not have to carry everything.
“Everywhere else in life, I was carrying everyone else’s stuff. Pottery gave me the one space where I could just set it all down and breathe.” — Clay Hole Member
Studies from the National Institutes of Health show that tactile art forms like pottery help reduce psychological burden and physical tension, especially in people living with chronic emotional stress.
Conclusion
You don’t have to carry it all alone. Not here. Pottery is your moment to release. To breathe. To feel something soft in your hands and remember—you are allowed to rest.
Join a Class and Set It All Down for a While
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I’m burned out from caregiving or overwork?
You’re not alone. Many members come to pottery for exactly that reason—it’s their one place to refill.
Do I have to keep up with others in class?
Nope. You move at your own pace. No comparisons, no rush, no judgment.
Can I come even if I’m feeling heavy emotionally?
Absolutely. Pottery is often a first step back to feeling grounded.
Is clay included?
Clay and firings are pay-as-you-go, so you’re only charged for what you use.