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Artists that are just starting out their journey might find that traditional clay is a bit too complicated to work with. So, you might have to look for an alternative that is easy to master. In comes the air-dry clay. This clay is a versatile and highly functional crafting material that is ideal for beginner…
Glazing is an important part of the pottery process. It helps enhance your fired piece aesthetically as well as functionally. Talking about the visual context, a glaze can add some amazing colors and textures to your fired piece. Moreover, the right glaze can help completely seal off the clay bodies after firing. It makes them…
Not everyone needs a big pottery wheel when it comes to crafting with clay. Even if you bring home a massive wheel, chances are, you might not ever use the features and end up paying so much more. If you are someone whose prime prerogative is to throw small or medium-sized pots, you don’t necessarily…
Trimming pottery pieces is something that gives shape to your artwork. However, the process itself could be fairly long and tiresome. Plus, imagine all the pain you have to go through to keep your hands right in place to remove the unwanted clay trims. To make things easy for you, Giffin Grip is an amazing…
Glazing is something that makes your pottery shine and look out of the ordinary. However, it is an art that requires you to master it with patience and the use of good-quality applicators. So, if you are someone who loves to use glaze on their pottery piece, you would need an applicator that is reliable…
In cooking, rolling pins are used to roll out the dough to prepare pastry, cookies, and so much more. Even in the pottery world, this tool shares the same space in terms of usage. This long, cylindrical tool is used to roll out the clay flat to your desired thickness. However, a rolling pin does…
Did you get inspired by that pottery art you saw on Instagram? Do you wish to start crafting from scratch? Well, then! You would need a simple yet powerful pottery wheel that would help you create some amazing pieces without any glitches. However, picking out your first pottery wheel can be confusing. To ensure that…
Wax resist is a popular decorative option when it comes to firing your pottery piece. However, the effects can only be seen if you implement it the right way. There are several types of wax resists available for use. It can be used for both bisque ware and greenware, including latex and wax. So, what…
As versatile as wax-resist is, it can also be costly as well. This is especially true if you don’t work on bulk projects. Purchasing wax resists in small quantities can be draining for your wallet. But, the good news here is that wax-resist can be reused. In this blog, we will understand the best…
Ever wondered if you could write on your ceramic mug? Can you add some quirky quotes to make your ceramic look out of the ordinary? Well, the answer is yes. You can surely write on ceramics, but not all sharpies or pens would work on your ceramic piece. While some are permanent and dishwasher safe,…
