Dive into the enchanting world of pottery as we guide you through the steps to create a stunning cylinder vase, adorned with captivating swirl patterns.
Step-by-Step Guide to Crafting Your Ball Vase
1. Prepare Your Clay: Roll out your clay to an even 8mm thickness, ensuring it’s pliable and ready for shaping.
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. Shape the Vase Body: Using a template, cut out a large piece of clay for the vase body. Wrap this around a cylindrical mould to achieve the desired shape.
3. Seamless Join: Use a bevel tool to cut the seam. Score, slip, and join the clay carefully to form a seamless vase body.
4. Refine the Shape: Once the clay has dried sufficiently, remove the mould. Smooth out any imperfections at the join using clay tools.
5. Create the Base: Cut a base from another sheet of clay. Score, slip, and attach it to the vase body to ensure stability.
6. Add a Foot Ring: Cut a circle of clay using cookie cutters. Score, slip, and attach it securely to the base.
7. Polish the Vase: Refine the foot ring and smooth all surfaces using clay tools for a flawless finish.
8. Decorate with Patterns: Unleash your creativity by using a ball tool to carve intricate patterns and designs into the vase body.
The Firing and Glazing Process
• Allow your vase to dry completely to prevent cracks during firing. Once dried, bisque fire your vase to prepare it for glazing. Choose your Favourite glazes and apply it to the vase.
The final firing will bring out the stunning colours and textures, revealing the vase’s true beauty.
Explore our creative ceramic journey and unveil the secrets in our other reels for unique outcomes.
Follow, like, and share to spread the pottery love! Your support fuels our craftsmanship and allows us to keep these tutorials coming.
join our pottery family today.
