I spent an afternoon in this shop and I highly recommend going. Martin is great and I bought a lot... read more
I spent an afternoon in this shop and I highly recommend going. Martin is great and I bought a lot... read more
We had such a fun morning at Gabane pottery with Martin. He taught us the basics in pottery and is... read more
We went out expecting a craft centre with a lot of different crafts but the pottery is all that's really there now. However, it was a wonderful visit and worth the trip for that alone. We didn't do a pottery class and arrived after most of the staff had left for the day. Martin was still there and gave us a lot of time. We had a tour round and he even threw a bowl for us. It was a really lovely insight into a local industry and fascinating to learn about where the clay came from (termite mounds!) and the origins of the decoration patterns. There was no pressure to buy from the shop area but the variety of what is produced, the quality and the price meant that we didn't leave empty-handed. I really hope people will be encourage to visit either to just see the place or take a class to support this local business. It's quite easy to get to from Gabarone but once you get to Gabane you might need to ask for directions down the dirt road leading to Pelegrano.
We had such a fun morning at Gabane pottery with Martin. He taught us the basics in pottery and is the most encouraging teacher. I also wanted to buy half the shop. So many beautiful things for sale.
Gabane Pottery is located in an artistic village about 30 min outside of Gabs. Highly recommend taking a class (8$ per person per hour) with Martin, the owner. Great guy, we got to keep our pottery pieces, and I wanted to buy out his entire store. The pieces he makes are also extremely affordable (glazed bowl for 4USD, hut candle holder 6 USD). You may be able to couple with a visit to Mountain Rest (supposed to be great for Sunday afternoon braai). To take a class, just call Martin and arrange a time.