TMC | BlogI thought Id run through a few pointers while throwing this pot too
This white clay is one of the best looking clays when fired, you could almost say it gives a porcelain look, its a very plastic-like clay and have no grog whatsoever, this can make it nice and playable to use but also has not m… Read More “Get this little conical bowl for today! ”
1. Start by marking out circles in the clay using a compass, then cut them out.
You can read more on preparing your clay, rolling out the clay and tools required in our previous blog post “how to make a tumbler part 1-2“.
2. Place the cut clay pieces on a mould and compress them using a to… Read More “Make an Art Vase with this step-by-step guide:”
So today I’m going to show you how I trim the bases of my pots and vases
All you’ll need is a standard trimming tool from your local pottery supplier! 😊
Here Are Some Tips!
1. Why Trim?:
Trimming is the process of carefully removing excess clay from the base of a thrown piece. When the clay … Read More “Trimming Your Pottery Pots & Vases”
Craft a Pottery Double Ended Vase: A Step-by-Step Guide.
To create this charming double-ended vase, follow these simple steps:
1. Begin by using a template to cut a circle from a piece of clay.
For more on preparing your clay, such as rolling out your clay, compressing your clay and wedging, check out … Read More “Look at this Pottery Double Ended Vase”
I had a few attempts at getting the top lip finished and had some fun, the white clay is definitely a different clay to work with, i find its a lot more susceptible to water, I find its a lot easier to dry out and it can be hard to work with once it does, but every clay has a different character and… Read More “Here is me making a little pottery vase!”
1. Begin by cutting out a piece of clay and running it through a slab roller to achieve the desired thickness. Roll it to about 7 mm.
2. Take the slab of clay and compress it to strengthen the material.
3. Use a template or compass to cut out the shape of the bowl.
4. Neaten the exterior of the bowl an… Read More “How to create a pottery ruffle bowl with this step-by-step guide”
I’ve been playing around with different shapes and designs on the wheel lately, you could say it been a bit of experimenting and this pot is no exception
Technically it could be a lot better, the lower part of the wall is a fair bit thicker then the top rim but I’m honestly not that phased, its… Read More “Well this was a fun shape to do!”
To ensure a flawless glaze application on your pottery, follow these essential steps.
Firstly, maintain a well-mixed glaze slurry consistently. This step is crucial to achieve even coverage when you dip your pots into the glaze. After the initial high-speed mixing consider using a whisk between dipp… Read More “Achieving a Perfect Pottery Glaze: Tips for Applying a Cover Glaze”
While I’ve done a few videos on this, you may learn something different!
Centering the Clay:
* Place the clay on the wheel’s center (centre is key) and apply pressure with your hands to secure it firmly.
* Begin the wheel at a slow speed and gradually increase it as you work to center the clay.
How to Craft a Ceramic Footed Bowl for Woven Handles:
1. Start by cutting a piece of clay using a template.
You can read more on using templates, preparing your clay, wedging, tools and many other hand building techniques in our previous blog post How to make a tumbler part 1-2
2. Use a cookie cutter t… Read More “Crafting a Ceramic Footed Bowl for Woven Handles”