Functional Art
for Everyday Life
Thoughtfully crafted stoneware, made by hand in Crossfield. Every mug, bowl, and vase is thrown on the wheel, trimmed, glazed, and kiln-fired in small batches — pieces built to bring beauty, intention, and everyday connection into your home.
a Kinder World
with Care
& Unique
Crossfield, Alberta
Gifts
Pottery
Wine & Design
1.5 – 2 hour
hand building classEach guest gets a
free glass of wine!Takes place on the
2nd Friday
of each month
Fun demo on the pottery wheel by Rylee Petkau, then step-by-step instructions for this month’s project.
Make it Your Own!
Use rolling pins, stamps, carving tools & more to decorate and make your piece unique.
Select Your Glaze Finish
Building class
$68+ GST
Includes instruction, clay, tools & firing.
Instructor dip
one solid colour
$15+ GST
We glaze it for you in one beautiful colour.
Paint your own
multiple colours
$25+ GST
Return to paint your piece your way!
More Than Pottery.
A Passion.
The Potter’s House creates handmade ceramics that blend artistry and function. Founded by Rylee Petkau in 2011, our Crossfield studio has grown from a single wheel into a full working space where every mug, bowl, and vase is thrown, trimmed, glazed, and fired by hand. Each finished piece carries the small imperfections and quiet character that only comes from being made by a real person, not a factory — inspired by nature, everyday moments, and the rhythm of clay on the wheel.
Our Story →tells a story.
Pottery for Every Moment
Rooted in Crossfield
The Potter’s House is a small, local studio dedicated to the craft of ceramics. We believe good design should be used daily, not kept on a shelf — so every piece we make is built to hold coffee, serve dinner, and hold flowers for years of everyday use. Thank you for supporting handmade and choosing something a real person made with their own two hands.
Learn More →Take Time
Why Choose Handmade Ceramics?
Mass-produced dinnerware is stamped out by the thousands and rarely lasts. A wheel-thrown mug from a working studio is different: it’s shaped by hand, glazed in small test batches, and fired in a kiln that gives every piece its own subtle variation in color and texture. Choosing artisan-made stoneware over factory ceramics means supporting a real craftsperson in your own community, and owning something that was designed to be used and loved for years, not replaced every season.
Is it safe for everyday use?
Most of our stoneware is food-safe, microwave-safe, and dishwasher-safe once fully glazed and fired.
Do you take custom commissions?
We do — from wedding favours to corporate gifts. Visit our custom orders page to start a request.
Can I learn to make my own?
Absolutely. Our beginner and hand-building classes welcome makers of every skill level, no experience required.
Ready to Get Your Hands Dirty?
Reserve your spot in a class, book a private party, or schedule a studio visit — all online, in a few clicks.