Our story

Hello and Welcome

I'm Elena, the heart and hands behind Element Clayworks.

My Story

What began as an exploration in my free time – a surprising discovery for someone who once doubted their creative side – quickly blossomed into a profound passion. After years at a desk job, I found joy in working with my hands, designing pieces for the home, and cultivating an unwavering dedication to protecting our environment along the way.

This passion eventually led me to take a leap: I quit my job and moved from the UK to Greece, drawn by a vision to set up a workshop and create a truly sustainable line of homeware from clay, a material I hold in immense respect.

It's still early days, and my product line is currently in development. If you'd like to be the first to know when my handcrafted pieces become available, please sign up for my newsletter below! You can also follow my adventures on Instagram, where I share the product development journey in detail!

Join Me in Crete

If you're based in Crete, I also offer monthly creative pottery workshops. These are wonderful opportunities to get your hands dirty, discover the joy of working with clay, and learn a variety of handbuilding techniques, tips, and tricks, all while sipping a glass of wine and enjoying relaxing music!

You can browse the upcoming monthly projects and sign up for a class here [insert link]. I'd love to see you there!