Yes, we always recommend booking in where possible. We are a busy shop and unfortunatly we can't keep tables free for walk-ins. Our weekends are especially busy and can book up 1 - 2 weeks in advance. You can book online for groups of 6 or less but for larger groups, baby bookings and childrens parties please call us on 0131 229 1399 or pop into the workshop. 

All of our items are individually priced with most standard items costing between £10-£30. We have larger and smaller items for prices outside of this range which we hope will be accessible for all budgets. The cost of the pottery includes the cost of paints/glaze/firing, so there is NO STUDIO FEE.

Everyone gets a maximum 2 hour slot from the start of your booking. We don't offer extended slots, but if you don't get finished within this time, you can have a take-home kit at no extra cost to finish you pottery at your own leisure. The last slot of the day starts 2 hours before close and we ask kindly that customers leave promptly as our staff still have to clean.

We stock a wide variety of ceramic items which change regularly. We will consistently have items such as bowls, plates, mugs, plant pots and picture frames, alongside many varying pieces of home and kitchenware. 

We always aim to have your pottery ready 7 days after you painted it. In some circumstances (kiln issues etc) this can take a little longer, but we will always call you/leave a message to keep you updated.

If you need your pieces fired early, please let us know at the end of your session and we'll see what we can do depending on how busy we are.

No we unfortunately do not post out items. If you've visited us in Edinburgh and are leaving before  the 7 days that your pottery is normally ready. We can rush certain items at a charge of £2 per item with a maximum of 4 items per order. Our turnaround time for this is 48 hours at the earliest. 

Please note that this service is assessed on a case by case basis depending on kiln space we have available at the time.

No unfortunately we do not post out items, either internationally or within the UK. 

We will hold onto your pottery for an initial 4 weeks, after which we will call you giving you 1 week notice for final collection. If for some reason, you need us to hold onto your item for longer please let us know at the end of your session and we will make a note of this. Unfortunately, we are not able to hold on to forgotten items after your week notice if we haven't heard from you due to limited space in the workshop.

Yes! We sell gift vouchers on our website and in our shop. If you buy one from our website, there is a 48 hr processing window within which we aim to send your gift voucher to you, as we have to make them up after we receive your order.

Our vouchers never expire either!

Yes! We accept all major credit/debit cards EXCEPT for American Express (we have tried, but unfortunaty our workshop is not compatible.) We also accept cash, and there is an ATM 30 seconds around the corner from us if you require.

We do not sell any food or drink on the premises. There are many lovely cafe's/coffee shops in Marchmont if you wish to bring your own drink with you. We ask customers not to consume food on the premises, as the oil and food particales can affect the paints and glaze in the kiln, and can lead to issues with your pottery.

Yes! You are more than welcome to BYOB to you session. We ask that you bring your own disposable cups with you as we don't provide any. We also ask that you take any glass recycling away with you, as we don't have the option to recycle this on premisises, however, there is a bottle bank just around the corner from us. Please be mindful of other customers in the workshop when drinking.

We want you to have some creative fun at our workshop! That being said, we are also a busy shop with only 3 to 5 staff members on to run it all. We advise you have a quick browse online for some ideas before you come in. We always recommend checking out Pinterest , our online gallery or instagram for some great inspiration. All of our staff are friendly and knowledgable about all things pottery and design-related.  If you have any questions, or would like to know how to fix a mistake, please don't hesitate to ask a member of staff, however, we won't be able to sit and paint with you for your session. 

We can assist you with simple writing on pottery (e.g. a name and date) for an added £2 per item.

Yes! We offer a specialist service where we can help you put your baby's painted prints onto pottery, or we can imprint their hand and feet into fresh clay. When you book in, please mention to our staff that this is what you are hoping to do in your session. We can have a  maximum of 3 parents and 3 babies at any one time in the workshop. Not all of our staff are trained to assist with baby prints/imrints and these  can require a little time.

We can assist you with simple writing on pottery (e.g. a name and date) for an added £2 per item.

Our ceramic painting studio is at ground level with wide door access. However, please let us know when you book in that you require wheelchair access and we will put your booking on one of our accessible tables. 

We wish to accomdate everyone at Doodles, and if you or anyone in your booking has any other accessibilty requirements we will do our utmost to fulfill them. 

No! Doodles is for all ages. We offer BYOB 7 days a week, so weekends and Tues/Wed/Thurs evenings can have more of a grown-up vibe. We always have a mix of large group bookings/hen do's/children's parties on the weekends.

At Doodles Ceramics, we love capturing memories and creativity! To ensure a comfortable and enjoyable environment for all, we have established the following photography and videography policy. Please review and adhere to these guidelines when visiting our studio.

1. Personal Photography and Videography

Guests are welcome to take photos and videos for personal use under the following conditions: 

Respect for Others: Please be considerate of other people. Avoid photographing or recording anyone without their explicit permission. 

Children’s Privacy: If there are children in the studio, ensure you do not include them in your photos or videos unless you have obtained permission from their parent or guardian. Non-Disruptive: Ensure that your photography or videography does not interfere with the creative process of others or the normal operations of the studio.

2. Social Media Sharing

Sharing is caring: We encourage guests to share their creative process and finished pieces on social media! If you do, feel free to tag us at @doodlesceramicsworkshop

Attribution: When sharing, please credit the studio by tagging or mentioning us to spread the word about our wonderful community. 

3. Commercial Photography or Videography

Permission Required: Photography and videography for commercial purposes, including professional photoshoots, promotional videos, and any use intended for sale or external promotion, require prior written approval from studio management.

Booking: Please contact us at doodlesceramics@gmail.com at least 10 days in advance to discuss any commercial projects.

4. Studio Equipment

Please do not use or move any of the studio’s equipment, furniture, or supplies to set up for your photos or videos. Ask our staff if you have any specific needs or requests.

5. Discretion of Studio Staff

The studio reserves the right to ask guests to stop photography or videography if it is deemed disruptive or inappropriate, or if it violates any of the guidelines listed above.

6. Liability

Guests are responsible for their own equipment. Doodles Ceramics is not liable for any loss, damage, or injury related to personal photography or videography equipment while in the studio.

By visiting Doodles Ceramics, you agree to abide by these policies. Thank you for helping us maintain a creative and comfortable space for everyone!

For adult group bookings over 6 people, we require an £18 per person prepayment upon booking. This covers one item per person on the day and ensures a minumum spend of £18pp but you are welcome to pay an additonal cost on the day for extra items. 

Children's bookings also require a prepayment of either £15pp (for animal figurines) or £18pp (for a larger selection of items including mugs, plates and bowls). 

Societies and charities will  only need to pay a £10 per person deposit upon booking. Each person can top up this amount by paying the extra amount on the day for the item of their choice, but the £10 pp is a minimum spend and we cannot refund any amount if they choose a smaller item. We offer both a student and charity discount.

For adjustments to bookings, we allow numbers to be changed up to 48hrs in advance after which time we retain prepayment of the absent group members.