“Our Mom Rowena has dementia. It’s important to keep her busy and active. We found out about Abbie and her therapeutic hands on clay pottery classes. Mom loves going. Mom has limited mobility; however when assisted by Say It With Clays staff ,she feels a sense of accomplishment whether she makes something small like an ornament or larger like a bowl or flower. It keeps her in tune with matching of colors as well, as she paints them on herself. Having these creations in years to come will be a gift to our family. We cannot say enough about how pleased we are with Abbie and her team. They are caring individuals and keep the love of art alive in our mother. ”

“Our daughter Nicole attends clay class every Thursday evening. Her one on one instructor Shea is absolutely amazing with her. Nicole has Rett syndrome and cannot functionally use her hands. Nicole wrings her hands constantly while awake and she does not like to use them in any other way. But due to Sheas guidance and patience Nicole will allow Shea one on one hand over hand assistance. Nicole enjoys this time out in the community creating art. Each time Nicole returns home she is nothing but smiles and giggles. Nicole gets much satisfaction from her family members reactions to her beautiful Clay creations. Say it With Clay is a true place of love and acceptance. ”

“Abby enjoyed Say It With Clay so much! She loved being creative and chatting with the teachers. We use the trays she made around the house. It was such a great experience!! We are so grateful she was gifted 8 weeks of afterschool clay classes under your Brooke Mulford Scholarship Fund.”

“This was a fun experience for Tyler. He really enjoyed making things with clay and he had an amazing time. We are so thankful for Abbie and the two weeks of summer camp Tyler was gifted under the Brooke Mulford Youth Scholarship Fund.”

“It has been a pleasure to partner with Say it with Clay. I have been able to experience first-hand the wonderful therapeutic powers of clay so I know the work that this organization does changes lives. For several years now, my students and I have partnered with Say it with Clay to help them raise funds and awareness. Specifically, my students secure gift cards for the raffle baskets, make their own clay masks to auction off, and help on-site at the Faces of Value annual fundraiser.”

“Say it with Clay has been a wonderful educational and inspirational internship site for the art therapy undergraduate students from Arcadia University. Abbie has created an inviting space for students to grow as they learn to help others use clay to express themselves. Thank you!”

“My class time at the Say It With Clay studio went far beyond my expectations! I originally thought the class would have me become familiar with clay, address my creativity and be an overall fun time. In the end I certainly did get these benefits and also enjoyed what I now call “an experience!” The teacher’s expertise and engaging warm personality along with the studio’s welcoming environment were remarkable...a memorable experience for sure!”

“Hi Everyone,

I have just been introduced to a great place to relax and create some beautiful artwork; “Say it with Clay”. This studio is geared toward giving your visions an outlet to materialize!

The relaxed environment allows for conversation to flow; the sharing of knowledge and ideas concerning the art, as well as life. Gross and fine motor work, concentration, and imagination are just a few of the skills engaged in this studio.

This is a great activity you could do with your family or friends to fill some of your summer down time.

Give them a call; and tell them Joanne sent you!”

“While having fun, the youth from the C.A. P. program gained a sense of pride and accomplishment as well as ownership of their clay creation. In addition, the group experienced and learned an alternative way of sharing their feelings in a relaxing, non-threatening atmosphere, while building many helpful skills such as, listening, patience, follow through and care. Clay has been a valuable tool to the youth of our program.”

“This is awesome!” Look what I made! Phrases not commonly expressed by multiply disabled students let alone to be expressed with the utmost enthusiasm. Their experience puts them all on a level playing field opening them up to unchained creativity. Every clay session we have attended has been engaging, creative and artistically nurturing experience. The students walk in and within the sixty minute session their”blocks” of clay are transformed into sculptures and masterpieces.”

“I love being able to create new designs and am excited to get to class!

I spend hours each week sketching my next idea. Wedging the clay is a perfect opportunity for me to channel my frustrations and anger. Creation of the design helps me to focus and be in the moment as I work to create something new and different in my life. While I often get frustrated with how a design isn’t what I envisioned it to be, I am able to pause and make a choice. Am I going to continue the patterns of criticism and failure that have ruled my life? Or can I use this moment to choose something new? The classes have given me the opportunity to shift my focus from the end result to the whole creative process.”

“Say It With Clay has been an awesome experience for both myself and my daughter. Nothing compares to the feeling of being able to express yourself in such a unique way. I have worked with children and adults in the past with many different abilities and the enormous positive potential Abbie and the Say It With Clay program could have for each one is undeniable. I have seen the immense benefits my own daughter has received from the program, it is unlike any other physical therapy she has experience through the years. I experience my own feelings of accomplishment creating such meaningful pieces of art whether I keep it for myself or gift it to others. No matter if you’re an experienced artist or amateur, playing with clay is fun and beneficial! I would recommend Clay to anyone.”

“I have enjoyed making things from clay in the past but it was when I went to Say It With Clay that I really realized just how much I loved it and have learned tricks and techniques from Abbie that have expanded my abilities and ideas, showing me that my hands can do more than I thought. I have a nervous system disorder and going to Say It With Clay has been more than just a fun experience, it is a form of occupational therapy that I hardly realize I am doing because I am so immersed in my project. Shaping the clay relaxes me and sparks my creativity. It is very inspiring taking a lump of clay and transform it into something hopefully beautiful and interesting. I am so happy I found Abbie and Say It With Clay and for the wonderful times I’ve had there and for the times to come. Thank you!”

“I would like to give a testimonial as to how a Stress Reduction Workshop at Say It With Clay helped my 20-year old son. My son could barely walk into the studio, he was so bound up by his headaches. His eyes were almost closed, and was very unresponsive. When I came back 3 hours later, it was like night and day. His eyes were wide open, he was almost smiling, he was responsive, he seemed like a different person. He had made a beautiful clay tray and was very proud of it. the workshop really helped him.”

“On behalf of the Investors Foundation, I would like to thank the Say It With Clay team and those at Samaritan Hospice for their endless devotion to the Legacy of Love program and the hospice patients in need. The therapy that Say It With Clay offers is incredibly unique, It is an honor to be able to support a program that brings a smile to the faces of the patients and their families during what is such a difficult time, I am excited to see the program thrive and look forward to what the future brings. ”