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Permanent contraction of the clay in both drying and firing stages. Overall may be as much as 18%. Source: Clay: A Studio Handbook

Slip has many uses in the pottery studio. Most often, slip is used on clay in the green state, but … Read More

How do you hold your coffee mug on a cold day? Do you hold it by the handle, fingers safely … Read More

Most potters don’t give much thought to kiln wash and just use the recipe they used when they first learned … Read More

There are a multitude of clay sculpture techniques for ceramic artists to choose from. The possibility for expression is unlimited … Read More

Clay shrinkage. Pesky clay shrinkage. Nearly every beginner with clay has had the experience of getting their first piece out … Read More

Contrary to what you might think, grout does not just have to be a practical element in tile work. With … Read More

Slip casting is probably the most popular way to make ceramic wall pieces, especially if the pieces are made up … Read More

DIY mosaic table tops are a wonderful way to dress up furniture with a handmade touch. You can even use … Read More

Why would someone who has spent most of his adult life pursuing excellence in handmade pottery enthusiastically pursue mass ceramic … Read More

Paper clay is any clay body to which processed cellulose fiber has been added. Adding paper pulp and other fibers to your clay body can … Read More