Category Archives: Lime Fiesta

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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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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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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Considerations and Logistics: Slip Trailing

Posted on April 9, 2011 by Rae

Insight:  Embellishing the pot surface is more complex than simply adding slip or carving a design. As with most things, one decision impacts several others  which means that there are several considerations and some logistics to work through as I … 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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A Study of Creamer and Sugar Sets

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Rae

A major part of my morning coffee ritual is the creamer – in fact, it really puts the ritual over the top.  Creamers are petite promises of a bit of elegance.  And, although I don’t use sweetener in my coffee, … 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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Intentional Focus

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Rae

I really enjoy everything about pottery  (well, cleaning kiln shelves and recycling clay are not at the top of my list).  Since setting up my own studio, I have had to reconcile a few things in my mind – I … Continue reading →

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