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  • Whistle Stop Clay Works is participating in Christmas in Loveland

    Whistle Stop Clay Works is participating in Christmas in Loveland

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    Loveland, Ohio – Whistle Stop Clay Works (WSCW) is participating in Christmas in Loveland happening Saturday, December 18 from 4 until 8 PM in Loveland, Ohio. The event, which draws thousands of residents, highlights the giving spirit of local businesses all over Loveland.

    Whistle Stop Clay Works will be giving away 400 undecorated “gnome” ornaments to children who stop by the studio at 119 Harrison Avenue. The clay ornaments can be taken home and decorated with paints, markers, and glitter.

    “Christmas in Loveland is an opportunity for our studio to show appreciation to the people of Loveland for the support we have received from the community.  We will also be having a raffle and giving away pottery to two lucky winners, ” says Tim O’Grady, studio co-owner. 

    The WSCW studio will also be selling artist decorated gnome ornaments for ten dollars with 100% of the purchase price benefiting the League of Animal Welfare. “We are excited to partner with the League of Animal Welfare this year.  They are an invaluable advocate for homeless animals and have been operating for over 70 years,” says studio manager Bonnie McNett.  Additional information about this non-profit can be found at: https://www.lfaw.org. 

    In addition, the studio will have a special sale for those shopping on this festive evening.  The gallery will be stocked with mugs, serving and soup bowls, platters and plates, chip & dip servers, sculptures, wall hangings, whimsical fairy houses and holiday decor and ornaments. Christmas in Loveland is happening Saturday, December 18 from 4 until 8 PM.

    WSCW is located at 119 Harrison Avenue, in historic downtown Loveland, Ohio. Parking is free.  Additional information can be found at https://lovelandmagazine.com/christmas-in-loveland-is-december-18/ or by calling the studio at (513) 683-2529.

  • Artists Shine at the Pottery Affaire on September 12

    Artists Shine at the Pottery Affaire on September 12

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    Whistle Stop Clay Works (WSCW) is pleased to announce the third annual Pottery Affaire happening Saturday, September 12 from 11am. until 4pm. The show highlights local artists who will be offering hand made pottery, paintings, note cards, photographs, felted items, and much more.

    This show is a wonderful opportunity to support local artists who have been impacted by the pandemic and to buy unique, hand crafted work. There will also be demonstrations on the potter’s wheel and pottery studio tours.

    “It’s an amazing show. There are about two dozen artists showing their work. The Pottery Affaire offers tremendous variety and selection, so you’re sure to find something that just right for you or someone on your holiday list,” states Bonnie McNett, show coordinator and instructor at WSCW.

    The show is happening by the beautiful O’Bannon Creek at 119 Harrison Avenue, in historic Loveland, Ohio. “The setting is just perfect with lots of expansive shade trees and the beautiful O’Bannon Creek ambling by,” continues McNett.

    The outdoor show will require vendors and shoppers to wear face masks and observe social distancing guidelines.

    The Pottery Affaire is being held at 119 Harrison Avenue just north of downtown Loveland on Saturday, September 12th from 11am. till 4pm.

    More information can be found by calling WSCW studio at (513) 683-2529 or at www.whistlestopclayworks.com.

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  • Studio launches online shopping

    Studio launches online shopping

    by Bonnie McNett

    Loveland, Ohio – Whistle Stop Clay Works (WSCW) is pleased to announce an online gallery and store to help at home shoppers find that perfect gift for Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 10.

    The virtual gallery highlights local potters who create unique, hand made pottery. Gift givers will find functional wares like mugs, serving and soup bowls, vases, and chip & dip servers. In addition, there will be one of a kind clay sculptures, whimsical fairy houses, and even gift certificates.

    The online store is a unique opportunity for people to shop locally and support small businesses and area artists. You’re sure to find a unique, handcrafted gift for Mom and you might even find something for yourself.

    The online shop is also pleased to show the work of two local high school students, Micah Dowdy (polymer earrings) and Alex Eicher (photographs). It is difficult and stressful for artists to approach galleries to show their art, especially for young people. Our studio is proud to showcase their work and help promote their budding interest in the arts,” says Tim O’Grady, studio owner.

    The online store can be found at http://www.whistlestopclayworks.com/pages/shop.html.

    Once items are bought, the studio will contact buyers via email to arrange curbside pickup at the studio, located at 119 Harrison Avenue, in historic downtown Loveland, Ohio.

    All physical distancing guidelines will be followed, face masks will be worn and items will be wiped with a disinfectant prior to pick up.

    Additional information can be be obtained by emailing Bonnie McNett at WSCW@whistlestopclayworks.com or by calling the studio at (513) 683-2529.

  • Pottery Affaire in Loveland on Saturday, June 9th

    Pottery Affaire in Loveland on Saturday, June 9th

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    Whistle Stop Clay Works (WSCW) is hosting its first annual Pottery Affaire on Saturday, June 9th from 11am to 4pm. The show features unique, hand-crafted functional and sculptural pottery by local artisans. The show is designed to be an intimate gathering, which allows people to engage and interact with artists in an authentic and personal way. The show, happening by the beautiful O’Bannon Creek, highlights a wide variety of ceramic artists, each expressing themselves differently through their work. In addition, various artists will be demonstrating how they create their works of art using a variety of hand building techniques or the potters wheel. There will even be a vintage kick wheel available, so the public can try their hand making a pot.
     
    “This is an opportunity to support local artists and craftspeople and to browse truly unique works of art. You can find items here that are not available anywhere else. In addition, artists will be on hand to answer questions and can even take special orders,” says potter and WSCW co-owner Tim O’Grady. 

    Pottery Affaire is Saturday, June 9th from 11am to 4pm at 119 Harrison Avenue, just one block north of West Loveland Avenue. For more information call (513) 683-2529 or visit www.whistlestopclayworks.com.

    A simple, yet elegant ribbon bowl. This is just one of the many works available at the Pottery Affaire on Saturday, June 9th from 11am to 4pm at 119 Harrison Avenue in beautiful Loveland, Ohio.