Working in a communal pottery studio is a fantastic way to connect with other artists, share ideas, and grow your skills in a supportive environment. But as with any shared space, a little courtesy goes a long way. Whether you’re a seasoned potter or just getting started, understanding and respecting
Welcome to our fifth and final installment of our series Understanding Glaze Components! We’ve been taking a deep dive into the primary parts that go into making successful glazes to help you increase your confidence when working with glazes. So far we’ve looked at our three foundational elements, glass-formers, fluxes,
Welcome to Part 4 of our blog series, Understanding Ceramic Glaze Components, where we demystify the basic construction of glazes. In Parts 1-3 we looked at the three foundational components of all glazes: glass-formers, fluxes, and stabilizers. In today’s post we’re taking a look at a glaze element that is
What is Slip? The Magic Glue for Air-Dry Clay! ✨ If you love crafting with air-dry clay, you need to know about slip! Slip is a simple mix of clay and water that works like glue to help stick clay pieces together. It also smooths out cracks and rough spots,
This amazing video shown above which is full of helpful visual insights was posted by Florian Gadsby. Hey, so you wanna center clay on the wheel? Awesome. Let’s get into it. If you’ve ever sat down at the wheel, slapped a ball of clay on there, and watched it wobble
Welcome to Part 2 of our series exploring the main components of ceramic glazes! As you’ll remember from our previous article, all glazes are composed of 3 main parts: glass-formers, fluxes, and stabilizers. In Part 1 we discussed the oh-so-essential glass-former, silica. This week we’re going to explore an important
Whether you’re working with commercial glazes or looking to start mixing or developing your own, understanding the basic structure of glazes can be a big help in getting successful results. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the sheer number of possible ingredients and complicated recipes, but you don’t need a
The holiday season is the perfect time to channel your ceramic creativity into festive projects to fill hearts with warmth and joy. Whether you’re looking to create unique gifts, holiday decorations, or simply want to explore new techniques in a seasonal context, these ceramic Christmas projects will inspire you to
Let’s make some super cute mini mitten decorations out of air-dry clay! These are easy and fun to make and perfect for the holidays. What You’ll Need Air Dry Clay Check price on Amazon Acrylic paint Check price on Amazon Sealer (optional) Check price on Amazon Acrylic Marker Check price
Welcome to our third and final installment of our “Understanding Clay Bodies” series! Having previously had a look at earthenware and stoneware, today we’re exploring the development and use of the highly-prized and frequently romanticized clay that is porcelain. With a name originating from the Spanish ‘porcellana’, meaning cowrie shell,
This amazing video shown above which is full of helpful visual insights was posted by Florian Gadsby. Hey, so you wanna center clay on the
One of the things that happens when you focus too much on pottery is that you only make cups and bowls and vases… you forget
Crafts aren’t just for kids! Learning ceramics is not just a fun hobby, it also offers several benefits for adult learners.
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