One aspect of pottery glaze that people don’t talk about, is silica. Silica is a very key part of pottery glazes though, and adding it to both the glaze and the clay is quite important. […]
Did you know that you could still glaze clay pots without a kiln? The process of glazing clay pots without a kiln is a lot more involved, but it’s possible, and here, we’ll tell you […]
When it comes to your pottery, you should know about bisque semi-firing. It is a process that changes the clay, and it can help you especially if you plan on putting glaze and other additions […]
Throwing tall cylinders isn’t easy to accomplish, and it does take both time and skill to learn how to do this. Fortunately, you can learn pretty easily, and here, we’ll tackle the main issues that […]
Slump molds are a fun way to create molds that are good for clay. Here, we’ll discuss the best way to make slump molds for clay, and how to do it. They are an effective, […]
One popular way of making hump molds is from styrofoam, and there are a lot of different reasons as to why this is a good idea. But, how do you do it? It is actually […]
You may have heard of crackle glaze, also called crazing. This does involve a specific technique, but there are a few chemicals that can help with creating this, and here, we’ll talk about what they […]
When it comes to pottery glazes, there is a lot that you can try out. But, what are some of the best out there? Here, we’ll dive into the best glaze to use on your […]
When throwing pottery at the wheel, a lot can go wrong. There are a few key problems though that can happen, and here, we’ll talk about the 5 ways to ruin your pottery at the […]
Terracotta is a type of pottery that’s made from earthenware clay. Lots of potters think that since this comes from the earth, it’s biodegradable. Clay comes from mud and other substances, so shouldn’t it […]
Are you like me and hate using generic sponges to clean up your pottery? Well, you’re in luck because Mudtools released a sponge that’s perfect for anyone who works with clay. These sponges help not […]