Confidently start your journey as a potter with this handy overview. Get to know tips, tricks, essential supplies and our online courses.
Pottery: get a head start with this handy overview Read More »
It’s addictive, it’s relaxing, and it’s a way to challenge yourself. You probably knew that already. But did you also know that making pottery is good for your health?
The many benefits of making pottery Read More »
From coarse and extremely durable to smooth and delicate, clay comes in many different types. On top of that, each type of clay can take different shapes: from dry clay powder to liquid slip. The key to these different shapes is simple: water.
What is clay slip and how do you use it? Read More »
You can’t have pottery without a kiln. But how does it actually work? And what is the difference between an electric kiln and one that uses fuel? Time for a short explanation.
How does a kiln work? Read More »
From tiny adorable egg cup to grand, impressive vase: a crucial step for any project is to centre your clay. Because if you don’t get this step right, it will only get more difficult from here on out. Are you having trouble centring your clay? We’ve made a list of the most common mistakes and how to fix them.
Centring clay: 8 common mistakes and how to fix them Read More »
Different types of clay with different properties. As a beginner it’s easy to get lost in the many different clay options. If that’s you, keep reading!
Choosing clay for pottery and ceramics Read More »
After a lot of checking, adjusting and double-checking, you are absolutely certain: the lid of your piece is just the right shape and size. It fits like a glove! But now your piece still has to dry. And then it has to go into the kiln! You worry because what if your pot and lid don’t shrink evenly?
It’s happened to every ceramicist before: that lid that fit like a glove doesn’t fit the pot after firing. What a shame! But what can you actually do to avoid this?
How do you fire a piece with a lid? Read More »
I’ve always loved handmade items, such as vases, bowls, and coffee mugs. My kitchen is full of different handmade items. They’re a real ratatouille of styles and motifs. Nothing matches, but they all come together to form a beautiful whole. When I discovered that I could make pottery too, a whole new world opened up for me.
Would you like to try your hand at pottery? You can learn! Read More »
Ceramics is no easy feat. From choosing the right type of clay to how you position your hands while throwing, there are many elements that you need to pay attention to as a ceramicist. It’s only natural that things sometimes go wrong. Not sure what went wrong at the potter’s wheel? We’ve listed some common mistakes made when throwing on the potter’s wheel.
Seven common mistakes in ceramics Read More »
Glazing is the icing on the cake when it comes to making pottery. But what is glazing exactly? How do you get started? Learn everything you need to know about glazing pottery.
Everything you need to know about glazing pottery. Read More »
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