by Rae | Jun 29, 2012 | About Me, Inspiration
I have been taking workshops for several years. And, since 2009, Julie and I have been attending week-long workshops. One was hosted in Asheville and two were sponsored by Arrowmont. All of them helped me technically; but more than that, they provided fuel for...
by Rae | Jun 26, 2012 | About Me, Mugs, Multiples
I enjoy making multiples (as any reader of this blog already knows). I find it challenging and satisfying. So when we found out that we would be attending Bele Chere in July, I began making mugs. I love to make mugs and having a set goal really motivates me. I had...
by Rae | Jun 22, 2012 | Parnter
How a potter marks her pots is a big decision. At first, I wrote my name on the bottoms; but, when I saw a co-worker using one of the mugs I made with my name on it, it felt out of place. So, I began using my initials. But, when Julie and I began to work together,...
by Rae | Jun 19, 2012 | Repair
Bisqueware Once a pot has been bisque-fired, it is still vulnerable to damage. But, many bisque pots can be repaired successfully. Sharp/rough spots (check where you have signed the pot, this is often sharp) Gently sand or dremmel the area Wipe with a damp sponge and...
by Rae | Jun 15, 2012 | How-to, Repair
As potters, we should embrace the Hippocratic oath to first do no harm. This means to avoid damaging your pots. When your pots are bone dry, they are the most vulnerable to damage so it is best to avoid moving them so transport them prior to the bone dry stage....
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