Daily How to Make a Surprisingly Durable Hump Mold out of Unfired Clay

Plaster and ceramics go hand in hand and it is what many potters use for a hump mold. Some potters prefer to keep plaster out of their studios and would opt for a bisque mold. But potter Lauren Sandler has been making hump molds for her work out of unfired clay.

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Daily How to Throw and Facet an Agateware Pitcher

Making agateware on the wheel is not only an exciting way to make stunning, one-of-a-kind pieces, but it's also an opportunity to tell your customers a visual story of how clay moves during wheel throwing.

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Daily Three Helpful Tips for Layering Glazes, Plus Great Glaze Combinations

While applying one single glaze to a piece can be lovely, there are some effects that come only from certain glaze combinations layered on top of each other. But you should follow some simple guidelines when layering glazes to have success.

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Daily How to Add Depth and Detail to Your Pots with Water Etching

Looking for a way to add subtle texture and layered visual interest to your pots without carving or stamping? Water etching might be just the ticket! In this technique, you can create soft relief by painting a design with a water-resistant material and eroding the surface around it with a sponge. Mod Podge® is Annie Beggs water-resistant material of choice because of its affordability, ease of use, and low odor.

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