Struggling to spark lively conversations in your pottery group? Our Would You Rather templates are designed to inspire playful debates and creative thinking. Use these ready-made questions to bring your community together and keep discussions flowing.
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Would You Rather questions work wonders in pottery communities because they tap into members' imaginations and personal preferences. By presenting two intriguing scenarios, these prompts encourage even quieter members to chime in with their opinions. This format removes pressure to be 'right' and instead makes participation fun and accessible.
In creative fields like pottery, discussing hypotheticals helps members explore new ideas, techniques, and inspirations they may not have tried before. It also builds group cohesion, as sharing reasons behind choices often leads to deeper conversation and connections. The playful tone makes it easy for all skill levels to join in, fostering a sense of belonging and community.
Would you rather sculpt a giant vase or a tiny set of espresso cups?
💡 Example: "Would you rather sculpt a giant vase or a tiny set of espresso cups? Tell us why!"
Would you rather glaze your next piece with bold colors or natural earth tones?
💡 Example: "Would you rather glaze your next piece with bold colors or natural earth tones? Share your pick!"
Would you rather throw on the wheel or hand-build for the rest of the year?
💡 Example: "Would you rather throw on the wheel or hand-build for the rest of the year? Why?"
Would you rather only use clay from your local area or imported specialty clay?
💡 Example: "Would you rather only use clay from your local area or imported specialty clay?"
Would you rather make pottery inspired by nature or by modern architecture?
💡 Example: "Would you rather make pottery inspired by nature or by modern architecture? Share your thoughts!"
Would you rather teach a beginner class or attend an advanced workshop?
💡 Example: "Would you rather teach a beginner class or attend an advanced workshop? Let us know!"
Would you rather spend a day at a pottery market or exploring a ceramics museum?
💡 Example: "Would you rather spend a day at a pottery market or exploring a ceramics museum?"
Would you rather use only one glaze for a year or only one clay body?
💡 Example: "Would you rather use only one glaze for a year or only one clay body? Why?"
Would you rather create functional mugs or decorative sculptures?
💡 Example: "Would you rather create functional mugs or decorative sculptures?"
Would you rather master carving details or achieve flawless glazing?
💡 Example: "Would you rather master carving details or achieve flawless glazing? Explain your pick!"
Would you rather have endless studio time or unlimited access to new glazes?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have endless studio time or unlimited access to new glazes? Let us know!"
Would you rather fire only in an electric kiln or a wood-fired kiln?
💡 Example: "Would you rather fire only in an electric kiln or a wood-fired kiln?"
Would you rather design a collaborative mural or solo exhibition pieces?
💡 Example: "Would you rather design a collaborative mural or solo exhibition pieces? Share why!"
Would you rather always have perfectly centered clay or never need to wedge again?
💡 Example: "Would you rather always have perfectly centered clay or never need to wedge again? Why?"
Would you rather decorate with underglaze painting or sgraffito?
💡 Example: "Would you rather decorate with underglaze painting or sgraffito?"
Would you rather make pottery inspired by ancient traditions or futuristic designs?
💡 Example: "Would you rather make pottery inspired by ancient traditions or futuristic designs?"
Would you rather use only your favorite tool or experiment with a new tool every week?
💡 Example: "Would you rather use only your favorite tool or experiment with a new tool every week? Explain!"
Would you rather display your pieces at a gallery or sell them at a craft fair?
💡 Example: "Would you rather display your pieces at a gallery or sell them at a craft fair?"
Would you rather make a set of matching plates or a collection of unique bowls?
💡 Example: "Would you rather make a set of matching plates or a collection of unique bowls? Why?"
Would you rather work with porcelain or stoneware for all your projects?
💡 Example: "Would you rather work with porcelain or stoneware for all your projects?"
Would you rather join a pottery retreat in the mountains or by the beach?
💡 Example: "Would you rather join a pottery retreat in the mountains or by the beach?"
Would you rather create a piece that is beautiful but fragile or sturdy but plain?
💡 Example: "Would you rather create a piece that is beautiful but fragile or sturdy but plain? Why?"
Would you rather take inspiration from pottery masters or invent your own techniques?
💡 Example: "Would you rather take inspiration from pottery masters or invent your own techniques?"
Would you rather have your own studio or unlimited access to a community workspace?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have your own studio or unlimited access to a community workspace? Tell us!"
Would you rather always have clean hands or never run out of glaze?
💡 Example: "Would you rather always have clean hands or never run out of glaze?"
Would you rather make pottery as a side hobby or pursue it full-time?
💡 Example: "Would you rather make pottery as a side hobby or pursue it full-time? Why?"
Would you rather try raku firing or pit firing for your next project?
💡 Example: "Would you rather try raku firing or pit firing for your next project?"
Would you rather decorate with gold accents or with hand-carved patterns?
💡 Example: "Would you rather decorate with gold accents or with hand-carved patterns? Share your thoughts!"
Would you rather host a pottery painting party or a wheel-throwing demo?
💡 Example: "Would you rather host a pottery painting party or a wheel-throwing demo? Let us know!"
Would you rather always have perfectly even walls or never have cracks again?
💡 Example: "Would you rather always have perfectly even walls or never have cracks again?"
Would you rather make a piece in one uninterrupted session or over several days?
💡 Example: "Would you rather make a piece in one uninterrupted session or over several days? Why?"
Would you rather share your process on social media or keep it private?
💡 Example: "Would you rather share your process on social media or keep it private?"
Would you rather have a kiln that fires instantly or a wheel that never needs cleaning?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have a kiln that fires instantly or a wheel that never needs cleaning? Why?"
Would you rather make a whimsical animal planter or a classic teapot?
💡 Example: "Would you rather make a whimsical animal planter or a classic teapot? Share your choice!"
Would you rather create pottery inspired by your favorite book or favorite place?
💡 Example: "Would you rather create pottery inspired by your favorite book or favorite place?"
Would you rather join a group pottery challenge or work on your own theme?
💡 Example: "Would you rather join a group pottery challenge or work on your own theme? What would you pick?"
Would you rather make a piece that tells a story or one that is purely abstract?
💡 Example: "Would you rather make a piece that tells a story or one that is purely abstract?"
Would you rather always have endless creative ideas or flawless execution?
💡 Example: "Would you rather always have endless creative ideas or flawless execution? Why?"
Would you rather decorate with vibrant splashes or subtle, minimalist patterns?
💡 Example: "Would you rather decorate with vibrant splashes or subtle, minimalist patterns?"
Would you rather attend a pottery conference in Japan or Italy?
💡 Example: "Would you rather attend a pottery conference in Japan or Italy?"
Would you rather have your work featured in a book or on a popular blog?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have your work featured in a book or on a popular blog? Which one?"
To use these templates, simply copy and paste your chosen Would You Rather question into your community platform. Add a friendly prompt encouraging members to explain their answers. For more engagement, tag active members or share your own response first. Rotate questions regularly to keep the conversation fresh and relevant.
Would You Rather questions work well on all platforms. On forums and Facebook Groups, use a bold intro and pin posts for visibility. On Instagram Stories, use poll stickers for quick voting. For Discord or Slack, schedule questions during peak hours and create a dedicated channel for ongoing Would You Rather fun.
It is a fun, hypothetical question that offers two pottery-related scenarios and invites members to choose between them.
Once or twice a week is ideal to keep engagement high without overwhelming your community.
Tag a few members to start, share your own answer, and ask members to explain their choices for deeper discussion.
Yes, the questions are designed to be accessible and engaging for all skill levels, from new potters to experts.
Absolutely. Feel free to tweak questions to fit your group's interests, local ceramics trends, or seasonal events.
Stick to lighthearted, creative scenarios and avoid topics that are divisive or too technical.
Try sharing your own answer first, invite specific members to join in, or use a poll function to make participation easier.