Tag: trimming

At the leather-hard stage, removal of excess clay from a piece, using any of a variety of sharp cutting tools. Source: Clay: A Studio Handbook

Editor’s Note: Tool OCD

I have 37 needle tools. And, I’m not at all ashamed about it. All of them are metal, with a … Read More

I aspire to make forms that quietly engage, inspire curiosity, and invite a sense of discovery. These are objects that … Read More

Proper Use of Ribs

There’s no doubt that the proper use of ribs is essential to throwing well-surfaced and consistent pots … Read More

Most potters in the United States are very familiar with the loop trimming tools that come in the basic pottery … Read More

This mug by Royce Yoder was the first pot I purchased that was made by a professional potter. His studio … Read More

I’m known for my tall ceramic chalices and though I’ve explored many forms over the years, these forms are the … Read More

When I transitioned out of wood firing to soda-fired earthenware about five years ago, I was aware that new making … Read More

To create a basket to accommodate a cane handle, begin with a bottomless cylinder on a bat with 1–2½ pounds … Read More

Students ask me hundreds of questions daily when I’m teaching, which keeps me on my toes. Constant repetition, demonstrating, and … Read More

What potters do best is touch. Thick or thin, groggy or smooth, warm or cool, I imagine most potters’ fingers … Read More