Author: potteringclasses
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How to Make a Pottery Mug Handle: Step-by-Step Guide for Beginner Potters
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Introduction: One of the most essential and satisfying aspects of pottery is creating a functional, beautiful mug with a handle that fits just right. Whether you’re a seasoned potter or just starting out, learning how to attach a handle to your pottery mug is a crucial skill. In this step-by-step…
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Prevent Clay Warping in Pottery: 10 Simple Strategies Every Beginner Should Know
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10 Tips to Prevent Clay from Warping: A Beginner’s Guide to Pottery Welcome to the world of pottery! If you’ve just started, you may have noticed that one of the most common problems beginners face is clay warping. Warping happens when your clay piece distorts or loses its intended shape…
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Bisque Firing in Pottery: A Complete Guide to the First Firing Process
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If you’re a pottery enthusiast or beginner potter looking to perfect your craft, understanding the process of bisque firing is essential. Bisque firing is a crucial first step in turning raw clay into durable ceramic pieces ready for glazing and decoration. In this guide, we’ll break down everything you need…
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Build a Practical and Rewarding Egg-cellent Ceramic Egg Holder
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Hello, creative souls! Have you ever wanted to make something that’s both beautiful and practical? Well, Potterings has the perfect project for you — a ceramic egg holder! This simple yet charming piece is ideal for showcasing your love of art and breakfast (because who doesn’t want a stylish way…
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Gift Giving Any Time of the Year
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Give the gift of learning and memories (and a cool piece of handmade pottery!). For easy gift giving, purchase a Potterings e-gift certificate. The gift certificate will be emailed to you and/or the recipient for the gift of lasting memories. Each e-gift certificate is full color and can easily be…
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Botanical Bowl Pottery Class Connects Students to the Earth
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Creating a botanical bowl involves a unique blend of art and nature, where each piece is hand-formed around large stones and pressed leaves. This artistic process not only showcased the beauty of the natural environment but also allowed for individual expression through the use of various botanicals. By using locally…
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New Workshops Just Posted
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Recent Posts Due to the popularity of the Pottering classes, we’ve just added some new and exciting ways to play with clay. All workshops taught at The Clay Cauldron in West Seattle. Go to the workshop page to reserve a spot. All classes are limited to six students. Affordable $40…
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Welcome to Potterings
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Welcome to the Pottering blog. Here you’ll find the latest workshop pictures, news about upcoming events, potter tips, and more!