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 | 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 | Jun 25, 2011 | About Me, Review, Tools
Acquiring tools will not make better pots – practicing with them will. Every potter has a set of core tools – tools that she uses consistently in her tool kit. But, there are also some tools that are too large to fit in most portable kits. These are the studio...
by Rae | Jun 7, 2011 | Review, Tools
Acquiring tools will not make better pots – practicing with them will. Every potter has a set of core tools – tools that she won’t leave home without. Then there are the secondary tools – tools that are used for more specialized purposes. Although...
by Rae | May 19, 2011 | About Me, Review, Tools
Acquiring tools will not make better pots – practicing with them will. Tools are a hot topic in pottery. They are discussed during every demo, at every workshop, and in every class. A potter’s tool kit is unique to the potter. The tools a potter uses can...
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