Can I Use Low-Fire Clay In A Home Oven?
Ever wondered if you could replace your kiln and use a home oven instead for the firing process? This is a question asked by several beginner pottery artists. From years of practice, it is evident […]
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Pottery Plaster vs. Plaster of Paris
Plasters are a versatile product that is among the fan favorites of potters. From use in casting to mold-making and even crafting damp boxes, they can be used for a range of techniques depicting creativity. […]
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How to Dispose Of Clay Water?
Regardless of how careful one is, even the best potters can end up with extra clay that cannot be used for the project. While the doughy clay can be reused, the watered-down variants might be […]
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Will Underglaze Stick to the Kiln Shelf?
Potters who have recently achieved success in the throwing process would want to move on to the next step, which is glazing and firing. You would be very enthusiastic and excited to get the job […]
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Will Pencil Burn Off in the Kiln?
A pencil is an evergreen tool used by potters to sketch any designs that need to be added to the piece before the firing process. But you wouldn’t want this sketch to become permanent after […]
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Cone 5 vs. Cone 6
If you are new to using a pottery kiln, it will take you some time to grasp the fact that firing your artwork would require the use of a cone. Simply put, kilns aren’t fired […]
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Can I Teach Myself Pottery?
Learning pottery as a hobby or career can be a fun experience. You might try and enroll in a pottery class or ask a friend of yours to teach you the basics. However, if you […]
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How Fast Should A Pottery Wheel Spin?
A potter’s wheel helps shape & round the pottery wares with the help of a technique termed throwing. The wheel’s speed helps determine how well the clay would center and form a shape. Understanding the […]
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Can Ceramics be Microwaved?
Most plates and bowls are deemed safe for use in the microwave. However, using the incorrect dish can ruin the dinner as well as the dinnerware. Microwaves are very convenient to heat up your food, […]
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Can I Spray Paint Pottery?
Creating your ceramic piece and painting it the way you want is always fun. Especially the world of pottery flaunts many ways to deck up your creation in front of you. There are plenty of […]
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The Seven Stages of Pottery Clay
As you discover the beauty of pottery, it is important to understand the basics. The first step to ace your pottery game is to understand everything about the base element, which is “Clay.” As versatile […]
