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!
Majolica is a special type of pottery that people make by using a white base and applying bright colors for decorations. This kind of pottery is unique because it has a shiny coating made from tin glaze. When potters work with majolica, they first shape the clay into different objects like plates, bowls, or vases.
Hey there! Let’s talk about measurements, which can be super important for things like pottery or baking. When we work with liquids, we sometimes use different ways to measure them. One common way is using milliliters (mL) and another is using tablespoons (tbsp). Now, if you’ve ever used a tablespoon to help mix your favorite
Hey there! Let’s dive into some cool math that can help you in your pottery hobby. When we’re talking about liters and fluid ounces, we’re looking at ways to measure liquids. Imagine you have a big jug of water that holds 9 liters. If you wanted to share it with your friends or use it
As I sat at my workspace, surrounded by vibrant colors and the smell of fresh clay, I couldn’t help but feel a surge of excitement. Painting pottery isn’t just an activity for me; it’s a passion that fuels my creativity. If you’re here, chances are you’re looking to unleash your inner artist while adding beautiful
When you think about art, what comes to mind? Paintings on walls, sculptures in galleries, maybe even performances staged under the spotlight? But what about pottery? The moment I sat down with a beautiful handcrafted mug in my hands, I realized there’s so much more to pottery than meets the eye. It’s not just a
Imagine you’re in your pottery studio, and you need to measure some liquid for a glaze. Sometimes we use different units to measure liquids. One common unit is fluid ounces, and another is milliliters. Now, let’s look at what it means to convert from fluid ounces to milliliters. Fluid ounces are often used in the
Hey there! So, you’re interested in how to turn milliliters into cups, right? Let’s break it down together using your love for pottery! Imagine you have a nice, big mixing bowl where you mix your clay. When we say 350 milliliters (or mL), that’s a unit for measuring liquids. In the kitchen or when you’re
Did you know that the word ceramics actually has its roots in the Greek language? It comes from the word keramos, which means “potter’s clay.” Ceramics are created by shaping and then heating materials like clay until they become hard and durable. When you think about pottery, you’re thinking of one type of ceramics. Pottery
Stepping into the world of Qajar pottery is like taking a vibrant leap back into a kaleidoscope of history, color, and craftsmanship. It’s fascinating to think about how a single piece of pottery can hold so much richness from the Qajar dynasty in Iran, which blossomed between the late 18th and 20th centuries. If you’ve
Glazing is an important step in pottery that makes your ceramic creations not only beautiful but also strong. After making a piece of pottery and getting it ready through bisque firing—which is the first time it goes in the kiln—you then cover it with a layer of glaze. This glaze can be colorful and shiny,