Linda Hebert

Thanks!

Hi Kat in Georgia! Thank you for commenting and I wish you the best as you endeavor to make larger pots. One benefit of re-wedging clay is softer clay which helps me when I throw large pots (in fact, almost all my pots over 8 lbs are thrown with recycled clay because they are easier to throw with softer clay). As for the glaze – it is Coyote’s Red Gold. It is a lovely and dynamic glaze that expresses differently on various clay bodies. It is one of my favorites. I think the green is also from Coyote (Peacock); but I have used several green celedons and they all look good so I can’t be sure. Yours, Rae

Kat in Georgia

Thank you so much for asking. Texturizing pots is a lot of fun and will only be limited by your hesitancy to ‘mess up’ a pot. So my advice is to make LOTS of pots so you can fearlessly try new textures. Some of the best tools aren’t sold in craft stores. I have used: sneaker soles, my grandmother’s prizzelle maker, waffle iron, bolts, garlic press, shells, leaves, coral, bark, keys, etc. Look around and be bold! Please send me pictures – I would love to see what you come up with!

Thank you for asking. I had a similar problem. The kiln wash was too thick but I used it any way. It cracked and flaked off. So I added a lot of water and re-ground the shelves. Applying the watered-down kiln was much easier and quicker – and, it dried beautifully. Don’t give up on the recipe. I have been using it since my posting and I have found that the wash lasts a really long time and is very durable. Good luck and let me know how it works out for you.
Rae