Daily Clay

There is a new app for pottery enthusiasts.  It is called ‘Daily Clay’.  Everyday, you get a new image of a pot with information about the potter, ceramic composition, and firing methods.  The seven most recent images are available for viewing and the app...

That’s how the cookie crumbles

I am heading to a wedding this weekend.  It is a family wedding and therefore, I was recruited to make decorated sugar cookies.  Now, the wedding is a black and white wedding – so I had great ideas for the cookies.  I thought heart and circle shaped cookies with...

Forward-looking

“In every situation… you have a choice.  You can look back or look forward.  Look forward.  Always think about the next day.  Don’t go into the studio thinking “Hmm, let’s see, what was I doing yesterday?  It takes more energy to twist...

Longer Days

In eastern NC, spring is filled with yellow, pine pollen and it seems to be overtaken by summer heat very quickly.  So spring isn’t one of my favorite seasons.   But, since I have been ‘potting’, my appreciation of this time of year has grown.  I enjoy the longer days...

Let the Shows Begin!

I love making pots but a consequence of prolific work is what to do with it – which is why we began attending craft shows in 2008.  We have been busy in the ‘off-season’ making pots, trying new ideas, and applying for shows.  A Bit Off Center is...