Behind every good woman is a good man. Someone that supports her during the bad times, but is there to enjoy the good times and success that comes from hard work and a growing business.
While Carla draws her inspiration and support from many areas that include friends and family, her main line of support comes from her long time friend and husband, Tim O'brien (Pictured above with Carla). Carla and Tim went to the same school and had a lot of the same friends. They did not begin their relationship until after high school. They moved to Florida from northern New York.
That is where Carla began thinking of her lifetime dream, that of owning her own pottery studio. Finally, in 2002 Carla and Tim founded "Carla's Clay".

It took help and support from family and friends and now, two years later they are in a studio facility spanning over 5,000 Sq. Ft., this facility will allow them to prepare for the installation of state of the art equipment, giving them room for more students and their projects, a larger classroom, added throwing wheels, a firing area and glazing area.

Click on the "New Location" here or the "Map Location" in the nav bar to the left, for a map that you can view. You can click on the link on the "New Location" page for a "Printable Map" from MapQuest. As you move through our site you will learn more about us and if you have questions or concerns please contact us at the number below.

Our new physical address is
1733 Northgate Blvd.,
Sarasota, FL 34234

Please call (941)359.2773 for other information or arrangements.

We are very excited at the expansion of Carla's Clay and the enhanced experience this will allow our customers while developing their pottery skills.