As a potter, you can never have enough tools. There are certain tools you will need to shape, decorate, and texture your clay. The more tools you have, the more creative you can get with your clay. There is no better place to start than…
When it comes to glazing pottery, do you feel Glazed and Confused? Should you Brush, Pour, or Dip? Then there are things like drying time and what clay you should use. Let’s face it Glazing Pottery is time-consuming, and there is a lot to remember. When…
Along with the potter’s essential tools, Brushes also play an important part in the designing of your pottery. Below I have gathered a list of Six of the Best Glaze Brush Sets. Many I have used or am using at the present time. Finding the…
Wedging may very well be one of the least liked, but the most important parts of the pottery-making process. Whether by hand or machine, it has to be done. You can feel the difference in your clay when it’s nicely wedged. It’s smoother and much…
Is handle making difficult for you, or do you just not like making them?You’re not alone. Making a good handle is one of the harder things to learn when you start making pottery. When I started making handles, I made some of the worst looking…
Let’s face it; recycling clay is not at the top of a potters list. Most potters I know dread having to slop slushy clay on plaster molds or ware boards. It’s a tedious and time-consuming messy task. I didn’t want to do it, but I…
