Welcome to Black Leopard Clayware

Established in 1994, our fully-equipped studio and outdoor work-patio are located in the historic Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose, California, where we make all our own home decor and garden products, and offer classes and other services as well.

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WHAT'S COMING UP AND GOING ON

Mini-Portraits on Tile

April marks BLC's introduction of a line of Mini-Portraits dedicated to our canine buddies. These tiles feature true three-dimensional portraits of the AKC's top 10 breeds. But hey, we're not dog-snobs, so we're including breeds that didn't make that list, plus Heinz-55 pups that deserve just as much respect. After all, dogs rule! Check back often as the 'litter' continues to grow!

"A DOG IS" & "A CAT IS" Apparel and More

These brand-new designs proclaim the many wonderful characteristics of dogs and cats everywhere! Click here to see both designs and find a t-shirt or other product that's just right for you or someone you know. 20% of sales proceeds go to the Humane Society of the United States. Please help lost, abandoned, and abused pets find their place in the world.

WE'RE IN THE NEWS!

San Jose Mercury News columnist Holly Hayes recently wrote an article on the Ultimate Urban Pet series. Thanks, Holly!


BLC's ANNUAL STUDIO CLEARANCE SALE -- SAT. JUNE 21st

Don't miss out on a great selection of handmade pottery items, all 40-60% off! Hours: 9 am - Noon.


SUMMER -- FAMILY CLAY DAY -- SAT. JUNE 21st

Sign up the family and head over to Black Leopard Clayware for some clay fun! Each quarter we offer a Family Clay Day with projects inspired by the 4 seasons. The Summer event focuses on creating cool stuff related to backyard bbqs, 4th of July, swimming parties and more! By preregistration only. (Registration closes June 14.) Hours: 1-2:30 pm.


SUMMER 2008 - CLASS SCHEDULING

We have a variety of wheel-throwing and handbuilding classes offered in our 4- and 8-week Ongoing Course formats. And we have Summer Clay Camp for Kids, too, every Tuesday and Thursday beginning June 24th. Each class includes plenty of demos on technique, plus students gets tons of individual coaching! See Classes for more info.


Gift Certificates

Are you looking for something unusual to give to that budding clay artist in your life, or as a special present to a friend, relative or co-worker? BLC's Gift Certificates are good year-round and they never expire! Now you can order online.


HGTV's "That's Clever!" selected Black Leopard Clayware owner Judith Enright to demonstrate the making of an Ultimate Urban Pet sculpture. Episode # HCLVR-411 is scheduled to premiere in July 2008. Stay tuned!


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