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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Prevent Clay Warping in Pottery: 10 Simple Strategies Every Beginner Should Know
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…
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Bisque Firing in Pottery: A Complete Guide to the First Firing Process
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…
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Build a Practical and Rewarding Egg-cellent Ceramic Egg Holder
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!…
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Gift Giving Any Time of the Year
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…
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Botanical Bowl Pottery Class Connects Students to the Earth
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…
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New Workshops Just Posted
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 in our…
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