Bats are discs that you attach to the head of a pottery wheel. These discs help you remove your piece from the wheel, even when it’s still wet, without misshaping or damaging your piece. If you’re wondering how to get the best out of your…
Whether you’re on a tight budget or you are looking for a second pottery wheel, a used pottery wheel may be an option for you. Buying a used pottery wheel will save you some money, but you don’t want to buy a broken wheel. So,…
I will go over what is Crazing in Ceramics and how to prevent it. Have you ever seen small or large thin cracks in your pottery glaze and wondered how they got there? Well, these cracks are called Crazing, and they are a sign that…
You know that pottery and ceramic producers use kilns to heat their products and harden them through certain physical and chemical reactions. But you’ve also heard about kiln sitters and may wonder how they are used. A kiln sitter is a control box that regulates…
Having your own pottery kiln gives you the freedom to work at home, at your own pace, whenever you want. For anyone who enjoys making Pottery as a hobby, it’s great. And for Potters that make a living selling their work, it is a necessity….
Once your Clay is molded and bone dry, it’s time to fire it in the kiln. However, some new Potters may ask about the importance of bisque firing, as it’s not uncommon for seasoned Potters to skip the first firing and apply a glaze onto…
