21Nov 2013 by admin No Comments

Find a New Hobby at Clay Suppliers

Clay suppliers, Pottery tools and supplies, Skutt
I, like many other people, perhaps even you, often look for a new hobby or other ways to show off my creative side. I have tried needlework, knitting, and all sorts of other crafts. I even tried cooking new gourmet recipes. My family has banned me from this activity for the foreseeable future. Then I stumbled onto pottery. This was a great way for me to use up those hours of time when my kids were at school, and it is also sort of messy, which I like. During my first how to make pottery class from my local clay suppliers store, I discovered the history of pottery goes back to prehistoric times. The process of forming pottery by hand is actually the oldest known type of pottery. Currently, there…
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19Nov 2013 by admin No Comments

Three Tools and Supplies Needed to Begin Making Pottery

Best pottery wheels, Olympic kilns, Pottery tools and supplies
Did you know that the history of pottery is mostly prehistoric? Pottery making began in pre-literate cultures, and it has since become a popular artistic activity. Before beginning to make pottery, however, it is important to obtain all the correct pottery tools and supplies. By doing so, your pottery making experience will be more rewarding. 1. Clay. The first thing you need to acquire in order to make pottery is clay. Ceramic pottery is generally made using either stoneware, earthenware, or porcelain. By obtaining the right type of clay, you will be able to make the exact type of pottery you want. 2. Pottery wheel. Although clay can be formed by hand, pottery wheels produce smooth designs more quickly. The process of using
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