Monthly Archives: September 2011

Potter’s Book Club: A Potter’s Workbook by Clary Illian

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Rae

If I formed an actual book club for potters, Clary Illian’s A Potter’s Workbook would definitely be on the reading list.  It would be great fun to work through the assignments with other potters and then have a group discussion. Illian … Continue reading →

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Bonne Anniversaire!

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Rae

One year!  It has been one year since I started this blog.  And, I have to say, that I have enjoyed working on it more than I would have thought.  I enjoy finding photos and working out ideas to share. … Continue reading →

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Autumn!

Posted on September 24, 2011 by Rae

Yesterday was the beginning of autumn, my favorite season.  I love this time of year; and, even though eastern NC is slow in her transition, I am in full fall mode.  There are so many things I enjoy about this … Continue reading →

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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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Sparkcon

Posted on September 18, 2011 by Rae

I am happy to be home – it was a long weekend.  Craft shows are fun but they are a lot of work.  Unfortunately, the weather was uncooperative for Sparkcon.  Saturday was cold and wet; and, although the weather was … Continue reading →

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It’s Show Time!

Posted on September 12, 2011 by Rae

This Saturday is the first of several craft shows A Bit Off Center will be attending.   Sparkcon is held along Davie and Fayetteville Streets on Saturday, September 17 from  10-6 and on Sunday, September 18 from 11-4. I am … Continue reading →

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Scavenging for Scrolls

Posted on September 10, 2011 by Rae

We recently hosted some of our Colorado family who chose to spend their vacation with us.  And, September is a wonderful time to visit Eastern NC (as long as the hurricanes stay away).  One of the places we took them … 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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More Recipes

Posted on September 3, 2011 by Rae

I realize that some people are more intuitive than I am.  But, we all have to work to our natural dispositions.  And, I am analytical by nature.  So it is no surprise that I measure and count everything  - even … Continue reading →

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Recipe for Dessert Plates

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Rae

When I make a new pot (a new design or different form), I consider several things: Glazes (yes, this is a consideration from the beginning) Pot function Pot scale Foot, rim, and appendages Part of the design process is working … Continue reading →

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