Explore the creation process for a stunning vase using simple materials like a wooden block, paper, and clay. Follow these steps:
1. **Design: ** Cut your preferred vase shape from the clay slab.
2. **Clay Application: ** Cover the wooden block with paper and drape the clay over it, ensuring complete coverage.
3. **Secure Joint: ** Score and slip the joint for a robust bond.
4. **Texture: ** Enhance the front with texture for colour variation and a strong connection.
5. **Smoothing: ** Ensure seamless joints by using a moistened finger.
6. **Create Base: ** Position the vase on spare clay and cut out the base.
7. **Secure Base: ** Score and slip both the base and vase bottom.
8. **Attach Base: ** Centre the vase over the base and bring the clay up from the bottom and weld into wall of vase with a wooden tool.
9. **Final Touches: ** Remove the block and paper, tidy up using a damp sponge.
10. **Bisque Firing: ** Fire the vase, then glaze it with your preferred glaze or a variegating glaze.
11. **Admire Your Creation: ** Revel in the beauty of your handmade piece!
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