Mud, Magic & Mugs: Pottery Takes Over Weekends

Indore (Madhya Pradesh): There’s a new wave of creativity spinning through Indore’s weekends—one that’s muddy, meditative and deeply rooted in tradition. Pottery, the ancient art of shaping mud into vessels, is making a joyful comeback, thanks to the passion and initiative of the city’s youth.

At the heart of this trend is Desi Mitti Wala, a community-based initiative started by Himanshu Patil, along with Yomesh Badone and Sumit Prajapat. What began as a shared love for earthy textures and mindful crafting has now turned into a growing movement, drawing people of all ages to the pottery wheel.

Every weekend, they host pottery workshops in Indore to help people connect with the earth and enjoy the experience of making something with their hands. Held in gardens, cafés and art studios across the city, these sessions blend creativity with calmness—offering an escape from screen time and fast-paced routines.

The buzz has spread across social media, where snapshots of joyful fingers dipped in clay, spinning pots and sun-dried earthenware are captivating followers. But beyond the aesthetic appeal lies a deeper purpose: reconnecting city dwellers with India’s rich craft heritage.

These weekend pottery workshops are truly refreshing. It’s a peaceful escape from the usual hustle, perfect for calming the mind. The environment is relaxing, and working with clay brings a unique joy. It’s something I look forward to—it sets a cool, creative tone for the rest of the week. - Janhvi Jain

This pottery trend is spreading wonderfully across the city. These workshops help people connect and socialise. I love how a traditional art like clay pottery is getting the attention it deserves. It’s creative, hands-on and culturally rich. The younger generation is finally noticing the beauty of this age-old craft again. - Khushi Joshi

My six-year-old daughter and I are enjoying every bit of this experience. It brings back memories from my childhood, when I saw such clay items made at my nani’s home. Watching my daughter learn the same art now is heartwarming. It’s nostalgic, meaningful and a beautiful way to bond together.

This is my first time attending a pottery workshop with friends and it’s been an exciting, fun experience. You start by breaking the mud, then shape it and keep learning with each attempt. It’s creative, hands-on fun and something completely different from our usual hangouts. I’d definitely come again.- Rishabh Gupta

It’s my first time stepping out for such an activity with my daughter, and I’m glad we did it on Mother’s Day. The workshop was peaceful and joyful. Seeing this traditional art gain popularity again is great. I hope more youngsters join in and keep this beautiful craft alive.- Sheela Porwal

The inclusivity of the sessions is one of their biggest strengths. Children, parents, students and professionals—all are welcome.

These workshops are more than just weekend fun—they are small revolutions in clay. The goal is to revive India’s traditional crafts in a way that feels modern, inclusive and meaningful. “We want to bring back interest in pottery and create a space where people feel calm, creative and connected.”

As Indore spins a little slower each weekend, with palms wet in clay and hearts warmed by tradition, pottery is quietly shaping a new culture—one that values both heritage and mindfulness.