Whether you are using natural or polymer clay for fired pottery, you may pick up your block one day to find it has hardened to a point where you can…
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The Ming Dynasty was one of China’s most important dynasties in terms of technological and artistic advancement. A peasant founded the Ming Dynasty in 1368, and it lasted until 1644.…
Before using clay for a project, you need to prepare it by kneading it, also known as wedging. Kneading clay properly will make it easier to work with and will…
Porcelain pottery results from heating refined materials such as clay at high temperatures. When mixed with water, these materials form a plastic body that can be worked to a required…
The Rookwood Pottery Company of Cincinnati, Ohio, was started in 1867 and thrived for many years, closing its doors in 1967. Rookwood Pottery is popular with collectors because the pieces…
Making pottery clay from scratch may be a time-consuming task but it is well worth the effort. While there are many clay body recipes you can follow to create specific…
You can easily transform a dingy, glazed ceramic pot with fresh and vibrant paint. The evolution of primers and paints that bond with just about any surface material makes painting…
Here you can learn how to paint your bisque-fired pottery in a few simple steps. These steps will assume you are using commercially made gloss glazes. Making your own glazes…
A handmade pottery sink can be a beautiful addition to a bathroom, but it is not a project for beginners. This how to article is for people who already have…
A crack or chip in a favourite mug or mixing bowl doesn’t have to spell doom for the object. Follow these easy steps to restore your pottery item and lengthen…
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