Discover, Learn, and Master the Art of Pottery.
Hi, I’m Lila! I’ve been captivated by the art of pottery for as long as I can remember. From the moment I first touched clay, I knew I had found my passion. Through my website, CraftedInClay.com, I share my love for pottery, offering tutorials, tips, and inspiration for anyone eager to discover, learn, and master the art of pottery. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, I’m here to help you shape your creative vision into something beautiful!
Let’s talk pottery, shall we? If you’ve ever had that niggling curiosity about getting your hands dirty with clay but felt a little apprehensive about whether you’d actually get the hang of it, you’re not alone. Trust me, I’ve been there. The truth is, pottery is a beautiful art form that can feel surprisingly challenging,
Hey there! Let’s talk about something really cool in pottery—the high-fire stoneware range! When we say “high-fire,” we mean that we are firing the clay at a very high temperature. In pottery, we use something called a cone to tell us about the heat. For our discussion, we’re focusing on Cone 9, which means the
Getting started with pottery can feel like opening an art treasure chest filled with endless opportunities for creativity and expression. I remember the first time I sat down with a chunk of clay, my hands a little shaky but my heart racing with excitement. If you’ve been feeling that pull to create beautiful, handcrafted pieces
I still remember the first time I stumbled upon an old piece of pottery at a garage sale. It was a dusty vase, hidden under a pile of mismatched kitchenware. As I picked it up, a thrill ran through me. It had that unmistakable charm—worn edges, a slightly irregular shape—and I just knew it must
Have you ever thought about the soothing, creative vibes of a pottery room? Picture this: the smell of clay, the sound of the wheel spinning, and the joy of shaping something beautiful with your own hands. It’s not just about making pottery; it’s about creating a sanctuary of creativity. Today, I’m here to share with
Alright young potter! Let’s talk about measuring liquids, which is really important when you’re mixing different materials for your pottery projects! Liters are a unit we use to measure liquids, and when you’re working with different recipes, it’s sometimes helpful to change these measurements into something else. In the United States, we often use cups
When you’re making pottery, there’s an important process called burnishing. This happens when the clay is heated to 350 degrees Celsius. This temperature is really hot, and it helps make the surface of the clay smooth and shiny. Now, to understand how hot 350°C is, we can change it into Fahrenheit using a special equation:
Hey there, young potter! Today, we are going to learn how to change milliliters (mL) into fluid ounces (fl oz). This is really important, especially when you’re mixing your clay or measuring out your glaze! Understanding the Measurement Milliliters are a small unit of measurement, often used in cooking or mixing. It’s kind of like
Hey there! Today we’re going to learn about measurements. When you’re doing pottery, you often use different amounts of liquids, like water or glue. But sometimes, we need to change how we measure them! That’s where ounces and milliliters come in. Fluid ounces (fl oz) and milliliters (mL) are both ways to measure liquids. In
When I first started out as a potter, I had this grand vision of a cozy, creative sanctuary where clay would morph into artistic masterpieces. Little did I know that the reality of setting up a pottery studio involved some serious logistical planning! If you’re like me and want to create a workspace that inspires