TMC | BlogWe have been doing a tremendous amount of glaze testing over the last few months and I wanted to create something that will suit our new glazes. Much like the Whacky Wombat Glaze
This involves a process of centring 1100 grams of clay and bringing up the wall to a height 30 cms, we then begin forming … Read More “Walkthrough on making this retro inspired vase”
Today’s video will be on a long necked vase, I’ve added the indentation around the base of the neck to see how the glaze will pool in that area, what glaze do you think we should use? 🤗🤗
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I use about 800 to 900 grams of clay for most vas… Read More “Making A Long Neck Vase”
Hi. Today we’re going to glaze some pots, and I’m going to take you through our process.
I’m just going to remove this lid, and what we find is we have big chunks of glaze, so this is just gelling, and it’s quite normal.
What we want to do is mix all this back into the water.
So, we will need to use a … Read More “Glazing Pottery Pots Part 1”
Todays little video is on a very simple tumbler but i thought id run through what I’m doing as it may be of use to you, let me know if what you think anyway 🤗🤗
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Decide on the shape and style of your cup. You can create anything fro… Read More “Tumbler Wheel throwing walkthrough ”
Join us today as we embark on the creative journey of making a unique squat vase. This elegant piece will enhance any space, and here’s how to craft it:
Begin by thoroughly compressing your clay to ensure it’s ready for shaping.
Cut out two circles from the clay. Place one of these circles on a… Read More “No Wheel Required to Build this Squat Vase”
I was inspired after seeing an arts and crafts vase on the internet that was decorated with some amazing flowers a lot like something you’d see from Van Gogh, It’s shape was what captivated me and inspired me to create this vase, have to say I was very happy with how it turned out!
What do you … Read More “Wheel throwing Walkthrough: Arts & Crafts Vase”
Join us today as we embark on a creative journey to craft a retro-inspired art jug. Follow these steps to create your own unique piece:
1. Start by cutting two pieces of clay and placing them on moulds.
2. Using your clay tools, shape both clay pieces into two equal halves.
3. Score and slip the… Read More “How to make a Retro Jug”
Little run through how I make this vase! It’s probably one of the simplest shapes you can make on the wheel but I think its always good to show the whole process regardless of whether its a fancy big vase or a small bulbous vase
You’ll see me using a shammy for the rim of the piece, i find its one of… Read More “Walkthrough On Making A Bulbous Vase”
Exploring Flux Substitutions: Exciting Results
In our latest experiments, we substituted main flux soda with Potash, Neph Sy, and Spodumene. We also replaced secondary flux calcium with Talc, Strontium Barium, and Zinc. Additionally, we tested matte glazes with red stain, and here are the intri… Read More “New Tests Substituting Fluxes”
Throwing a nice twist vase for todays video, I always enjoy making these twist vases the enjoyment of pushing the clay to its limits and create a unique shapes has always intrigued me. Hope you enjoy this video and hope it’s also some use to you too! 🤗
A few extra tips I couldn’t fit into the video