Pottery Kilns have been used for hundreds of years to turn clay into firm objects. Modern technology has led to modifications that have allowed the installation of pottery kilns at home. However, these kilns operate at a very high temperature, and you should be careful…

The art of pottery has been around for centuries, and people have experimented with different types of clay to create their pieces. Some types of Clay are better suited than others to use on a pottery wheel, but what about Air-Dry clay? I tested 3…

Pinholes are one of the most common imperfections that occur during or after glazing pottery. Although you may prefer to have a few pinholes for beauty and stylistic reasons, you will also want to minimize them for safety and hygiene. In order to do so,…

Breaking a cherished piece of pottery that has been in the family for generations can be devastating. Even if it’s a brand-new piece or something you just pulled out of the kiln and dropped to the floor, the feeling is no different.    Can pottery be…

There are different opinions as to which way is better, Sitting or Standing. Sitting down may give you more control over your clay, but Standing up may be easier on your back. Regardless of the type of Pottery Wheel, you decide to get – Sitting…

Many people say the terms pottery and ceramics are interchangeable without distinction. Still, you may wonder if the two words have a difference. The differences will soon become easier to understand. Pottery is a type of ceramic, but not all ceramics are pottery. Pottery is…