Category Archives: Glazes

Halloween

Posted on October 31, 2012 by Rae

Sometimes inspiration comes from unexpected sources.  Julie and I purchased a glaze sampler set and among the colors was one that I called ‘toxic orange’.  What else could be done but make pumpkins?

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We Won!

Posted on September 15, 2012 by Rae

We are so excited because we won first place in the 2012 Coyote Glaze Competition.  We submitted several entries but it was our crackle teapot that was selected! Coyote Glazes hosts a yearly competition  for potters who use their glazes. … Continue reading →

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Commercial Glazes – Pints

Posted on May 25, 2012 by Rae

For the most part, I use commercial glazes purchased in a dry state which I hydrate and sieve.  However, I also buy glazes in liquid form (usually in pints). There are a lot of great commercial glazes and almost all … Continue reading →

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Multi-purpose Pot

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Rae

Chips and Salsa Veggies and Dip Cookies and Milk

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Trade-Up Policy

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Rae

When I first started making pottery, I chucked most of my pots.  In fact, it was quite a while before I kept anything (I am not sentimental).  I held no delusions about the quality of pot I was capable of … Continue reading →

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Liberating Multiples

Posted on September 5, 2011 by Rae

I have the pleasure of teaching pottery classes at a local art center.  And, it is typical for the potters taking the class to want to make a pot for some one special.  I often wonder if the recipients of the … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Summer

Posted on July 23, 2011 by Rae

My favorite time of the year is fall so summer has always felt like a long waiting period.  And, in eastern NC, fall doesn’t come until October so the wait is even more prolonged.  Add high heat and humidity, and … Continue reading →

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Quiet week

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Rae

It has been a quiet week – hot but quiet.  We loaded a glaze kiln, I mixed up 2 glazes, and I set up a sales display.  Tomorrow, I will throw pots which will make me feel like I have … Continue reading →

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Sticks and More

Posted on June 17, 2011 by Rae

Today, we took new pots to restock inventory at Sticks and More in Snow Hill, NC.  This was the first shop to host pottery by A Bit Off Center.  It is a cute store – actually it is a renovated … Continue reading →

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Cupcake Stands

Posted on June 11, 2011 by Rae

“When you look at a cupcake, you’ve got to smile.” – Ann Byrn  

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