TMC | BlogThis shape was actually inspired by some west German vases we have in our living room. I wanted to recreate it in a smaller form and see how it looks with some of our new glazes!
Some Tips!:
1. Setting the clay centre:
Begin by centering the clay on the wheel, ensuring it’s symmetrical and balanc… Read More “West German Inspired Vase”
In this video, we invite you to witness our results fresh out of our little pottery kiln.
First, we showcase a beautiful floating blue glaze that covers the surface, creating a iridescent effect.
Next, we unveil a saucer and planter combo, and a slab built weaved basket that has accents of green on t… Read More “Crazy results from the kiln over this weekend”
When working with a pottery wheel, the size of the clay you use plays a crucial role in determining how large a piece you can throw. As a beginner, starting with a small amount of clay and gradually working your way up to larger pieces is a wise approach.
1. Clay size and piece size:
The amount of cla… Read More “Clay Ball Sizes When Throwing On a Wheel”
Here’s a concise explanation of the pottery-making procedure:
To create a squat vase, start by using a protractor to cut out two circles from slab clay. Place these circles on plaster moulds, ensuring they are level and smoothing out any imperfections with a tool.
For more information on w… Read More “How to make a pottery Squat Vase”
Throwing a functional piece of pottery today, you could say it can be either a little soup bowl or maybe even a nut bowl!
Here is some tips to help you with your own piece:
1. Throw it all in one go:
If you can do this form in one go that will give you the best result, what this will do is give the pot… Read More “Throwing a Small Bowl Today”
Creating a handmade dinner plate is an enjoyable and rewarding project. Follow these simple steps to craft your own unique piece:
1. Prepare the Clay: Start by cutting out your clay using a template then place the clay on a mould, ensuring it is positioned relatively in the middle.
Hope you enjoy this video! As always Ive included some tips for making your own. Because if you’re going to make a big bowl why not make it a planter!!
1. Prepare the clay:– Take a suitable amount of clay for your desired bowl size. Large bowls require more clay.
– Begin by kneading th… Read More “Making a Clay Flower Pot”
To begin making a fruit basket, gather a slab of clay. Start by cutting several strips from the longest section of the slab. You will need two long strips, one for the start of the project and one for the end, while the shorter strips can be used in between.
Once … Read More “How to make a fruit Basket Part 1 & 2”
Trimming a vase today! Please mind the wobbly pot! I trimmed this one a little earlier than i should! But the process is still the same!
When trimming the base of a vase on the wheel head, follow these tips to ensure a successful and secure process 😊
1. Prepare the trimming tools:Gather the neces… Read More “How We Trim Our Pottery Vases”
Let’s Throw a Vase! I’ve included some information in this video on how to prepare your walls before you do the final shape of the vase.
Few Extra Tips
1. Centring Is Key:
– Provides stability and balance, allowing for controlled shaping.
– Prevents wobbling or uneven spinning of the clay.