Discover the artistry of hand-building as you learn to craft a stunning cylinder vase adorned with captivating swirl patterns.
1. Roll out clay to an 8mm thickness, ensuring it’s pliable and ready for moulding.
For more on specifics on hand building such as preparing your clay, wedging, rolling out your clay & some tools you may need, check out our previous blog post “How to make a pottery tumbler part 1-2“
2. Using a template, cut a large piece of clay for the vase body. Wrap it around a cylinder mould.
3. Utilize a bevel tool to cut the seam, then delicately score, slip, and join the clay to form a seamless vase body.
4. Once the clay has dried sufficiently, carefully remove the mould, and use clay tools to smooth out any imperfections in the join.
5. Cut out a base from another sheet of clay, score, slip, and securely attach it to the bottom of the vase body for stability.
6. Fashion a foot for the base of your vase by cutting out a circle of clay with cookie cutters. Score, slip, and attach it securely.
7. Polish the vase meticulously using clay tools, refining the foot ring, shaping, and smoothing all surfaces for a flawless finish.
8. Let your creativity soar as you decorate the body of the vase using a ball tool to create intricate patterns and designs.
9. Polish and clean your masterpiece with damp sponges and clay tools, ensuring it shines brilliantly.
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Allow the vase to dry thoroughly, then bisque fire it before glazing for an exquisite finish.
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