When did pottery become so popular? Pottery has been around for thousands of years (literally), but in recent years, it seems that there's been an uptick in folks taking pottery classes. Or maybe it's just my algorithm. Either way, pottery is a seriously satisfying craft. But it's also one of the most frustrating. Sure, using a pottery wheel may seem relaxing, but then you take an actual pottery class and realize it's nothing of the sort.
First, there's centering. We don't even have to explain how difficult that can be. Then you might have the most perfectly centered piece of clay, only to pull the walls one too many times and have it end up collapsing on the wheel while wet clay sprays everywhere. And even once you get over the learning process, your pieces still always turn out wonky. Whether the glaze bubbled in the kiln or a neighboring pot exploded in the heat, pottery is something you must learn to enjoy the process, not just the end result. Whether you're a professional potter or simply enjoy the occasional boozy clay class, you'll appreciate these hilarious memes below.