Tag: Hand Built Pottery

✨ Introducing Christine’s Pumpkin ✨

Ready to dive into the enchanting world of ceramics? Here’s a step-by-step guide to handcrafting a textured pumpkin that’s perfect for Autumn décor.

1. Roll out your clay to about 8mm thick—this is the perfect foundation for your hand-built pumpkin.

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Step 1: Begin by bevelling the edges of the clay pieces you’ve cut out for the body of the vase.

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1. Start by cutting out the clay pieces using pre cut templates and bevel the edges for smooth joins later.

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Ready to craft your own Moon Vase? Follow this step-by-step guide to hand-build a beautiful ceramic piece.

Materials Needed:

• Clay

• Circle template

• Mould

• Rubber kidney tool

• Clay knife

• Wooden tool

• Slip (clay and water mix)

• Cookie cutter

• Sponge

Instructions:

1. Cut Circles: Use the template to cut… Read More “Creating a Moon Vase Tutorial”

1. Use a template to cut out the body of the vase plus eight smaller squares of clay, bevelling the edges for a seamless join.

2. Place four squares in the centre of each body and stamp your unique design.

3. Let the clay dry slightly on a mould, then score, slip, and join the squares by pinching the … Read More “Ready to create a stunning maximalist vase? ”

Follow our easy tutorial and bring your pottery skills to the next level! 

1. Prepare the Clay: Start by rolling out your clay to about 8mm thick. Using a template, cut a large piece to form the vase body.

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Cut circles from clay and shape one on a mould. Use clay tools to refine the form.

Craft a second circle, ensuring it matches the first in shape and size.

Trim the edges, score, apply slip, and carefully join the halves together

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