Christmas at China Blue

Are you ready for a wonderland experience in the heart of Totnes? We are bringing you the biggest range of Christmas décor, gifts, pottery and events ever!

Whether you are looking for a festive family day out, Christmas crafts or shop for stocking fillers, we have it all at China Blue! View our festive events, late night shopping evenings and more below!

 Inside Decorations

Ready for a wonderland shopping experience? We’re putting up the decorations from mid-October this year. We did warn you—Christmas is going to be EXTRA! Think back to China Blue in 2015/2016... We’re bringing you the biggest range of Christmas décor, gifts, and pottery in years!
Christmas decorations at China Blue

 Inside Decorations

Ready for a wonderland shopping experience? We’re putting up the decorations from mid-October this year. We did warn you—Christmas is going to be EXTRA! Think back to China Blue in 2015/2016... We’re bringing you the biggest range of Christmas décor, gifts, and pottery in years!
Christmas decorations at China Blue

 Inside Decorations

Ready for a wonderland shopping experience? We’re putting up the decorations from mid-October this year. We did warn you—Christmas is going to be EXTRA! Think back to China Blue in 2015/2016... We’re bringing you the biggest range of Christmas décor, gifts, and pottery in years!
Christmas decorations at China Blue
Christmas Opening Hours
Christmas Eve (Tuesday): 9:00am to 4:00pm
Christmas Day (Wednesday): Closed
Boxing Day (Thursday): Closed
New Year's Eve (Tuesday): 9:00 to 4:00pm
New Year's Day (Wednesday): 10:00am to 4:00pm
In Store From November 1st

 Outside Decorations

Will be up from the beginning of November! As we do every year, the outside of our building will be getting its sparkle back and our tree will be filled with giant baubles!
Come and experience the magic of Christmas at China Blue!
Charitable donations made by China Blue
HEADLINE NEWS!

Thursday 21st November

Elves Escape

When Santa drops off his final sacks of gifts at the beginning of November, we've heard that some of the elves are planning an escape into our store! We will search high and low but won't be able to find them all by ourselves, and Santa will have to return to the North Pole—he has millions of presents to deliver before Christmas Day. So, we will need your help!

From Thursday, 21st November, when you visit China Blue, head to the studio and grab a pen and paper. As you wander around our building, count how many elves you spot hiding! Write down your name, your parent’s contact number, and the total number of elves you found during your visit. Then, post it into our giant red letterbox on the studio counter.

We will send your results to Santa, and whoever spots the correct number of escaped elves will receive a £30 voucher to paint in our studio as a thank you from the big man himself!
The competition Ends on Christmas Eve, Tuesday 24th December.

Good luck! Ho Ho Ho! 🎅
Get Creative This Christmas
Lat night painting at China Blue
Tuesday 5th of November

Late Night Painting

We will be opening the studio until 6pm every Tuesday evening until the 17th of December! This is so you can join us after school to paint a Christmas decoration or create a personalised gift for someone special, just in time for the festive season! Book a Pottery Painting session online!
Christmas House Sculpting Class at China Blue
Sunday 1st December - 1 - 2pm
Tuesday 3rd December 5 - 6 pm
Tuesday 10th December 5 - 6pm
Tuesday 17th December 5 - 6pm
Monday 23rd December 11 - 12 and 3 - 4pm

Clay Gingerbread Houses Sculpting

Create your own festive magic at our Christmas House clay sculpting class! Join award-winning sculptor Susan for a one-hour session where you’ll sculpt a charming Christmas house.
Return to paint your masterpiece once the clay has dried, with everything included in the price.
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop at China Blue
Tuesday 10th December
6 until 7:30pm

Christmas Wreath Making Workshop

Join our beginner’s workshop, hosted by Pauline’s Plants, to create your own Christmas wreath! All materials are provided, with tuition throughout this fun, hands-on activity! Get into the festive spirit with a free glass of mulled wine and a mince pie on arrival!
Festive Paint and Dine Night at China Blue
Thursday 21st November

Festive Paint & Dine Night

Kick start the festive period at China Blue on Thursday 21st of November with our Paint and Dine Night! From 5pm.
Choose your favourite ceramic to paint while enjoying a delicious sharing platter in our studio! Along with a selection of mini cakes to enjoy, PLUS our bar is open all evening!
Vegan, veggie, and gluten-free boards are available.
All for £35.00 per person!!
We have a free large car park, are only a 5-minute walk from the train station, and have a bus stop outside our main entrance.
Group bookings welcome.
Money Saving Festive Offer at China Blue
Thursday 21st November

Money Saving Festive Offer

- Festive Money-Saving Offer! Starting from Thursday, 21st November, you can paint your own flat Christmas tree decorations for only £7.50, including studio charges! This offer is available 7 days a week. Simply book a pottery painting session online as usual and choose your favourite decorations in the studio on the day!
Money Saving Festive Offer at China Blue

Last Day to Paint

Tuesday, 10th December, is the last day to paint if you'd like to collect your pieces before Christmas. This allows us 14 days to glaze your items and have them ready for collection on Christmas Eve (Tuesday, 24th December).
Sales and More Dates for your Diary
Christmas Sale Party at China Blue
Thursday 21st November

Christmas Sale Party  

We are kick-starting the festive season with our annual Christmas Sale Party!! 🎄
🍷 Free mulled wine on arrival!
🎅🏽 HUGE DISCOUNTS on all Christmas stock for one night only!
🆓 Entry is FREE!
Wild Thyme and the bar will be open, ready to serve up festive goodies and beverages.
We have a spacious car park for all your friends and family. And if you'd like to enjoy a mulled wine or two, the train station is just a convenient 5-minute walk away!
Late Night Festive Shopping at China Blue
Tuesday 3rd  December
Tuesday 10th December
Tuesday 17th December
9am until 7:30pm

Late Night Shopping

Open until 7:30pm for Totnes Christmas Markets and late night shopping
Staff Party

Our Staff Party

All of our team have worked so hard over the past 12 months so it is time that everyone let their hair down!

So we are going to be shutting half an hour early and opening half an hour later for this occasion…

Friday 6th December 9am - 4:30pm
Saturday 7th December 9:30am - 5pm
Staff Party

Rudolph Run for Rowcroft

China Blue is proud to sponsor the 2024 Rudolph Run in support of Rowcroft Hospice. The Rudolph Run is a fantastic event that perfectly aligns with what China Blue stands for. We love how it encourages children across South Devon to get involved and active. Rowcroft’s work is incredibly important, and as a community, we must do all we can to support these vital charities. A big thank you to Rowcroft for organising this event, and good luck to all the runners in 2024!
Staff Party

The Hair Salon

In the lead up to Christmas, the salon opening hours will be:
Monday - closed
Tuesday - closed
Wednesday - 9am -6pm
Thursday - 9am -6pm
Friday - 9am -6pm
Saturday - 9am -6pm
Sunday - closed
Staff Party

Vouchers

Vouchers for every department are available in-store and online—perfect for Christmas gifts! Whether you're looking for the ideal present or a little something extra, our vouchers make gift-giving easy.

We also offer free delivery, and gift cards are available online for just an extra 20p, making it even simpler to treat your loved ones this festive season!