How to glaze pots using a simple system:
Step 1: Prepare your glaze mixture by high-speed mixing. This helps maintain the glaze’s consistency. Ensure that the sides around the top of the glaze bucket is clean and free from debris, as this will help keep the glaze pristine.
Step 2: When it’s time to apply the glaze to your pots, dip them into the glaze bucket (we use a set duration of approximately three to four seconds). For those aiming for absolute consistency, using a metronome can be a useful tool to time each dip accurately. Also be mindful when dipping cylindrical objects, like vases, as air bubbles may cause splattering.
Step 3: Use a paintbrush to add a unique touch to the pottery, consider using a paintbrush to apply additional glaze to specific areas, such as grooves or patterns. This extra layer of glaze will create intriguing effects when fired.
Step 4: When dealing with larger pottery pieces that won’t fit into the glaze bucket, transfer some glaze into a larger container. Dip the edges of the larger pieces into the glaze and then return glaze to the original bucket. This method ensures minimal wastage and allows you to apply glaze evenly to all your pottery.
Step 5: Minimal Mess, Minimal Waste one of the benefits of this system is its simplicity and efficiency, resulting in very little mess and minimal glaze wastage. By following these steps, you can enjoy a hassle-free glazing process while conserving your valuable glaze materials.
Step 6: Finally, remember to clean the inside top edge of the glaze bucket thoroughly to prevent any build-up of chunky material that could drop into your glaze, or these chunks could end up fused to the sides of your pot.
With this straightforward system, you’ll be able to create beautifully glazed pottery time and time again, ensuring consistent results and preserving your glaze in great condition.
