Welcome to the Potterings Blog!
If you are just starting out in handbuilding, you might feel overwhelmed by all the techniques, tools, and tips out there. Maybe you have struggled to shape your clay the way you imagine or are looking for ways to grow your confidence as a beginner potter. That is exactly why we created this blog, to guide you on your pottery journey. Here, you will find clear, beginner-friendly tips on handbuilding, along with insights and inspiration to help you create beautiful, meaningful pieces.
We also believe that pottery is better when it is shared. Feel free to share our posts to encourage other potters along their path, whether they are just picking up clay for the first time or looking to deepen their skills. Together, we can build a supportive community where every artist feels more confident, capable, and inspired.
Lora – Potterings owner
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Kurinuki Pottery Technique: How to Carve Expressive, Handbuilt Matcha Bowls and Cups
Discover the art of kurinuki, a traditional Japanese pottery technique where forms are carved from solid blocks of clay. Learn the history, tools, and step-by-step carving methods used…
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From Coil to Creation: Step-by-Step Pottery Techniques for Beautiful Forms
Coil building is one of the most approachable and rewarding handbuilding techniques in pottery. With just your hands and a few simple tools, you can transform rolled ropes…
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What Happens When You Fire Clay? A Complete Beginner’s Guide to Kiln Temperatures and Ceramic Transformation
Ever wondered what really happens to clay inside the kiln? From the moment your piece reaches 212°F to the intense heat of vitrification above 2200°F, clay undergoes powerful…
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The Ultimate Pottery Guide to Successful Glazing on Dark Clay Bodies
Glazing on dark clay can feel unpredictable at first, but it opens the door to some of the richest, most beautiful surfaces in pottery. Unlike white clay, dark…
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Why Your Pottery Cracks While Drying (and How to Prevent It)
Drying is one of the most overlooked steps in pottery, and it’s often where cracks and warping begin. For beginners, understanding how clay dries and learning how to…
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Bisque Firing Explained: What Happens to Pottery at Cone 04
When pottery is bisque fired, the kiln permanently transforms soft clay into ceramic. As the temperature rises, water and organic materials burn away and the clay undergoes an…
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