by Rae | May 25, 2011 | About Me, Glazes, Mugs, Multiples, Pottery, Selling Pottery, Spring Snow, Surface Decoration
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 of requests for mugs. But, when some one is looking to replace a mug,...
by Rae | May 14, 2011 | A Bit Off Center, Maintenance, Spring Snow
Our first craft show is over, the stores are stocked with inventory, and there are no gifts to be made at the moment. It is a still time for A Bit Off Center. We have a few orders to fill; but, for the most part, there is nothing pressing. It is a nice reprieve –...
by Rae | May 4, 2011 | Craft Show, Glazes
Our first craft show of the year is quickly approaching. A Bit Off Center will be participating in Peak Fest in Apex, NC. And, we are very excited. To that end, we have been glazing… and glazing… and glazing. In April, we made lots of pots but waited to...
by Rae | Apr 22, 2011 | Carving, Creamer and Sugar Set, Critique, Glazes, How-to, Plates, Slip Trailing, Surface Decoration
The most beneficial thing that I have gained by attending workshops is participating in critiques. And, although subjecting my pots to open opinion was uncomfortable, I have had really positive experiences and gained a lot of insight. Self-critiquing is a powerful...
by Rae | Apr 19, 2011 | Bowls, Brush Strokes, How-to, Mugs, Plates, Red and White, Resist, Spring Snow, Tools
In this series of entries, I am sharing some of the discoveries I am making as I try to add texture and interest to my pots. Some techniques I have been experimenting with are: Slip trailing Carving Brush strokes Tape and wax resist Technical – Technical logistics...
by Rae | Apr 16, 2011 | Casserole, How-to, Lime Fiesta, Taping, Uncategorized
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 resist Technical – Again, this has been the easiest of...
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