by Rae | Sep 5, 2011 | About Me, Casserole, Multiples, Spring Snow
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 pots know how much care and thought go into making these...
by Rae | Jun 11, 2011 | Cupcake Stand, Lime Fiesta, Multiples, Spring Snow
“When you look at a cupcake, you’ve got to smile.” – Ann Byrn Detail of incised lines LIme and Green Cupcake Stand Detail of rim Pink and Black Cupcake Stand Detail of Ruffled Rim Lime Fiesta Cupcake Stand...
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 | 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 9, 2011 | Casserole, How-to, Lime Fiesta, Mugs, Slip Trailing, Spring Snow, Surface Decoration
Insight: Embellishing the pot surface is more complex than simply adding slip or carving a design. As with most things, one decision impacts several others which means that there are several considerations and some logistics to work through as I incorporate textural...
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