TMC | BlogCreating 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.
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”
Crafting a ruffled clay bowl is a delightful artistic pursuit. Here’s a concise guide to creating one:
You’ll need: Clay, Mould, Template, Bisque ruffle tool, Mud tool, Scoring tool, Slip.
Step 1: Wedge your clay for consistency & to remove air bubbles. You can view our blog post on how to wedge c… Read More “How to Hand Build a Ruffled Bowl”
Todays video is about wedging clay!
When wedging clay for the pottery wheel, here are some pointers to keep in mind:
1. Cutting the required amount of clayCut a chunk of clay from your bag or block using a wire cutter. The amount you cut will depend on the size of your project.
2. Preparing your cl… Read More “How To Wedge Pottery Clay”To create a pottery ruffle bowl, follow these steps:
1. Start with a plastic template and a rolled slab of clay.
2. Compress your clay and cut out the clay around the template, using a clay knife.
You can read our previous blog post on wedging, compressing & rolling clay including using plastic tem… Read More “How to Create a Ruffled Bowl”
To create your own Moon Vase, gather the following materials: a rolled slab of clay, a round plastic or similar template, clay tools, and a plaster mould (a kitchen bowl covered with plastic wrap can serve as a mould).
We talk more about wedging, rolling, and compressing the clay, including using tem… Read More “How to Create A Pottery “Moon” Vase”
Looking for a creative pottery project? Discover the joy of making your own clay egg holder. Create an elegant and practical egg holder for your breakfast table. Follow this step-by-step guide.
Materials Needed:• Slab clay
• Hardboiled Egg
• Pottery tools (clay cutter, sponge tools)
• Heat gun … Read More “How to Make a Pottery Egg Holder ”
Now you can throw a pot and then deform it to create a different shape but you’ll have problems with the base so you’ll be limited to how far you can deform it, using this technique gives you the ability to create almost any shape or size.
This is also a great way to create a nice and consistent wall… Read More “The wheel is not just for making round circles”
Pottery is a process that involves several important steps. Each stage contributes to the overall quality and beauty of the final pottery piece.
Step 1: Compressing the ClayThe journey begins with clay, a versatile and moldable material. By compressing the clay, you align the clay par… Read More “How to make a footed pottery plater”
From rolling the clay slab to the final glaze firing, follow these instructions to create your own masterpiece.
Step 1: Preparing the Clay Slab.Roll out a clay slab to around 8mm thickness. Place it onto a supportive mould that provides structure throughout the process.
Step 2: Conforming Clay to… Read More “Learn how to make a stunning footed pottery plate ”