Welcome to Part 2 of our exciting series on fuel-burning kilns! If you’ve only ever worked with electric kilns, the transition to fuel-burning kilns can feel overwhelming. There are so many variations and factors to understand, it can be difficult to know where to start. We’re here to simplify your
If you’re quite new to ceramics, or you live somewhere with limited ceramic resources, chances are the bulk of your firing experiences have been with an electric kiln. And there’s a good reason for this! Electric kilns are easy to use, produce reliable and consistent results, and are affordable to
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
Welcome to Part 3 of our exploration into the primary components of ceramic glazes! In our previous articles we covered the role of glass-formers and fluxes, and today we’re going to examine another fundamental aspect of glaze chemistry: stabilizers. Also known as refractories, we’ll explore the importance, types, and impact
The electric kiln stands as a beacon of innovation and efficiency, revolutionizing age-old techniques with its precision and versatility. Yet, behind its seemingly simple exterior lies a collection of components, each playing a crucial role in the firing process. Welcome to our exploration of electric kiln anatomy. Whether you’re a
Looking for a fun and easy Easter craft? This DIY Easter Bunny Vase is the perfect project to add a handmade touch to your holiday décor! Made with air-dry clay, this adorable bunny holds a tiny test tube for fresh flowers—making it a sweet spring decoration or a thoughtful gift.
This adorable egg-shaped chick is a perfect Easter craft! Instead of making it solid, we’ll turn it into a little thumb pot, making it lighter and easier to dry. Plus, we’ll add dangling clay feet using string to give it a fun, playful look. Let’s get started! Materials You’ll Need:
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
When it comes to working in the studio everyone has preferences for what environment they like to create in. Some people prefer silence, while others
Hsin–Chuen Lin starts with a lump of clay and some sodium silicate… 20 minutes later? I really want to try this! In this video, Hsin–Chuen Lin demonstrates
Are you eager to start selling your ceramics but are not sure just where to start? Join us as we compare the benefits and challenges of direct sales, consignment, and wholesale. We’ll help you make the right sales choices for your ceramic business!
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