by Rae | Oct 27, 2012 | Batts, Review, Tools
I prefer to use a batt rather than throwing directly on the wheel head. But batts are a financial and spacial commitment. So if you are considering purchasing batts, here is an overview of several choices. Tile-Batt System – This is my favorite solution...
by Rae | Oct 24, 2012 | Batts, Tools
In the spirit of the season (the end of the baseball season and the World Series), I thought I would share a few thoughts on batts. Although there are potters who throw directly on the wheel-head, I have always used a batt. And I have sampled plenty of batts. So...
by Rae | Oct 13, 2012 | Tools
I have a giffin grip and I use it often. As I love multiples, I find it to be a valuable tool for saving time. But it seems to me the time I save by using the giffin grip is off-set by the time it takes me to locate three arms of equal length! Am I the only potter...
by Rae | Jul 10, 2012 | Review, Tools
There are two tools that I use regularly and recommend to potters who are setting up a studio: the tile batt and the giffin grip. Tile batts are a great solution for any studio because they are so space efficient. Also, you don’t have to cut the pot off the...
by Rae | Jan 28, 2012 | Class, Dinnerware, How-to, Multiples, Review, Scale, Tools
There are two fundamental challenges to making dinnerware. The first challenge is to make similar pieces look similar (i.e. one salad plate should look like all the other salad plates). This is accomplished by making pots that are the same size and shape. Making...
by Rae | Dec 14, 2011 | Books, Gifts, Holiday, Scale, Tools
During gift-giving season, many people are searching for the perfect present. So, I have been commissioned by the elves to help. To that, here are some suggestions that would surely make any potter smile on Christmas morning. Stocking Stuffers: Sherrill Mud tools...
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