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RECYCLING CLAY

RECYCLING CLAY You don't have to throw away all your clay scraps, but recycling them doesn't need to be a chore either. Here are some ideas for the environmentally-conscious potter. Throw with...

HOW TO MAKE A CLAY BOTTLE

HOW TO MAKE A CLAY BOTTLE This week's tip is actually a fun handbuilding project you can make whether you are a beginner or advanced potter, and even children and friends...

USING TAPE RESISTS

USING TAPE RESISTS You can do some interesting things by using tape as a resist. You can make straight or wavy lines, and geometric shapes. Here are some ideas. ABOUT THE...

ROLLING COILS FOR HANDBUILDING

ROLLING COILS FOR HANDBUILDING Coil building is a great way to build pots, sculptures, and just about anything. You can build all kinds of shapes, from structured "perfect-looking" pieces to...

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: AMACO VELVET UNDERGLAZES

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: AMACO VELVET UNDERGLAZES This post was made by Bonnie Lindsey, check out her pieces on Etsy. If you’re interested in posting on our blog, shoot us an email! Almost 10...

PIERCING AND CARVING DOUBLE-WALLED VESSELS

PIERCING AND CARVING DOUBLE-WALLED VESSELS This post was made by Michael M. Grant, check out his work at http://www.michaelgrantdesigns.com/. If you’re interested in posting on our blog, shoot us an email! There are...