Tag Archives: multiples

Production Pottery

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Rae

Pottery classes have resumed  at the art center, and, I am thrilled to be back among such passionate people.  This session, we are working on dinnerware which is a sneaky way to have everyone make multiples – after all, there … 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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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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Production Pottery

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Rae

As I was packing pottery for the forthcoming show (which was subsequently canceled), I was very surprised at what we have accomplished.  We made a lot of pots this summer – and multiples give me A LOT of satisfaction. While … Continue reading →

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Show Season

Posted on June 18, 2011 by Rae

Big news… A Bit Off Center has been accepted into the Autumn Leaves Festival which is a HUGE craft show and festival in Mt. Airy, NC.  This is exciting and a bit intimidating. Shows are to potters as races are to … 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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A Potter’s Most Challenging Request

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Rae

I love mugs and I love making mugs – they are probably my favorite pots to make.  However, I shudder with anxiety when some one wants to replace a beloved but broken mug. As a potter, I get a lot … 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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Set and Match

Posted on February 8, 2011 by Rae

We finished a commissioned order of dinnerware which included 16 dinner plates, 12 salad plates, 12 bread plates, 12 cereal bowls, and 12 chili bowls.  So I wanted to review some things that we learned while making the dinnerware order. … Continue reading →

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