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October 2014 Blog Posts (3)
John Britt's New Mid-fire Glaze Book
Just received John Britt's new book, "The Complete Guide to Mid-Range Glazes" in the mail today! I can't wait to sit down, relax , and read!!
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Added by juli long on October 29, 2014 at 2:00pm — 5 Comments
Note to Self -- Do Not Devalue Basic Techniques
I have found myself from time to time scoffing at some nice pots that were dipped in two overlapping glazes. The technique is seemingly taught to every beginning pottery student on their first day of glazing instruction. The fact is that some very interesting results can spring from the technique, given glazes that are attractive on their own, and that are suited to layering one over the other.
Yesterday I was very pleased how Glazing 101 technique worked for me with 3…
ContinueAdded by George Lewter on October 26, 2014 at 9:48pm — 2 Comments
Begining Agan
Yes, I make tiny bowls, that's another love, and a challenge to trim in the perfect foot, and keeping up with the fast drying time so I can carve in some details, another love. These are a Max of 3" wide, mainly used as Ring Catchers or for condiments, like Soy Sauce, or Hot Sauce,… Continue
Added by Karen Gatti Foster on October 3, 2014 at 2:51pm — No Comments
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