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You use the shape of the mould to press your clay against to get the shape you want. You can either work in a press mould or over a press mould, depending on the shape of your mould.
In fact, with this technique, any shape can become your mould. You can use the dishes, bowls and trays in your kitchen as your mould. Just be careful not to accidentally eat some clay….
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A dull color, strange bubbles, weird creases … A lot can go wrong when glazing ceramics. That’s why we’ve gathered a few tips hat can help guide your way.
After a lot of wedging, centring, shaping and correcting you’re finally done. You stop your potter’s wheel and admire your work. You can’t wait to see it fired and glazed.
A good rule of thumb is to wear clothes that you wouldn’t be too upset about if you couldn’t get them clean. And there are more tips we can give
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