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Keeping Pots Moist

Posted on August 15, 2012 by Rae

I worked at a community art center for several years and I know how frustrating it can be to have a pot become too dry to finish.  It is such a waste of effort.  I encourage anyone whose studio is … Continue reading →

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Let the Shows Begin!

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Rae

I love making pots but a consequence of prolific work is what to do with it – which is why we began attending craft shows in 2008.  We have been busy in the ‘off-season’ making pots, trying new ideas, and … Continue reading →

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Mumfest 2011

Posted on October 8, 2011 by Rae

Highlights from Mumfest: Beautiful weather Lots of attendees New booth layout Free mug huggies Carnie food Friendly neighboring vendors

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Know Thy Glazes

Posted on June 1, 2011 by Rae

The focus of 2010 was to work out some glaze combinations that would enhance the functional pottery that we love to make.  In order to accomplish that, we made hundreds of small bowls.  (I had been making test tiles but … Continue reading →

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Potter’s Book Club: Throwing Pots by Phil Rogers

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Rae

“Throwing has a language all of its own; a pot can be read like a book and the story that it tells should be about the materials from which it is made and the character of the potter that made … Continue reading →

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Potter’s Tool Kit – Scale

Posted on April 29, 2011 by Rae

I am often asked about what tools I recommend.  And, I have been intending to write several entries highlighting the tools that I find most helpful.  Tools are very personal and every potter’s kit is different.  There are no perfect … Continue reading →

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Fortune Cookie Advice

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Rae

In 2008, my husband, father, and friends built me a studio. My dad has built several storage buildings so my studio is exceptional.  I love it.  It is 12×14 which doesn’t allow me the luxury of being messy.  But, it … Continue reading →

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Considerations and Logistics: Tape Resist

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Rae

In this series of entries, I am sharing some of the discoveries I am making as I try to add texture to my pots. Some techniques I have been experimenting with are: Slip trailing Carving Brush strokes Tape and wax … Continue reading →

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Surface Embellishment

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Rae

Surface decoration is my current focus.  This is proving to be challenging because it is stretching my drawing and design skills.  Also, it is forcing me to reconsider the glaze combinations that we worked hard to develop.  It is easy … Continue reading →

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We’re Featured!

Posted on March 17, 2011 by Rae

Today, we delivered some new pots to Inkstone Gallery in Winterville.  Although, we had a few pots at the gallery in Peaceful Meadow,we wanted a brighter color for the lengthening spring days.  And, we are featured on the Inkstone Facebook Page … Continue reading →

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