Hey there! So, let’s talk about a really cool part of making pottery called the reduction cooling phase. When we fire our clay in a kiln, we want it to harden and become strong. At Cone 6, which is a way to measure heat in pottery (it gets really hot!), we need to let the
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1.5 fluid ounces (fl oz) to tablespoons (tbsp)
Hello there, young potter! Today, we’re going to learn how to convert a measurement of liquid from fluid ounces to tablespoons. This will help you when you want to mix just the right amount of glaze or slip for your pottery! First, let’s remember that fluid ounces and tablespoons are both ways to measure liquids.
3.5 liters (L) to gallons (US)
Hey there! So, you know when you’re making pottery and you need to measure some water or clay? It’s super important to know how much you have, right? Well, let’s talk about how we can change a measurement from liters to gallons, which is another way of measuring liquids. First, let’s remember what a liter
Preheating in Wood Kilns (Cone 08 to °F)
Hey there, young potter! Have you ever wondered how we get our clay creations ready to be fired? Well, let’s talk about preheating in wood kilns! When we make pottery, we need to make sure our clay is just right before we heat it up really hot in a kiln. A kiln is like a
2 pints to quarts (US)
Hey there! Let’s dive into some measurements that can help you with your pottery projects. When we talk about pints and quarts, we’re looking at the way we measure liquids. Just like when you mix glaze for your ceramic work, knowing these measurements can be super helpful! In the US, 1 quart is equal to
Wollastonite Glaze Testing (Cone 6 to °F)
Hey there, young potter! 🎨 Let’s talk about something really cool in the world of pottery—it’s called wollastonite glaze testing! When you make pottery, you often want to add a glossy or colorful finish to your creations. This is done using something called glaze. Just like how you might put icing on a cake, glaze
Satin Matte Glaze (Cone 6 to °F)
Hey there, future pottery pro! Let’s talk about something really cool called satin matte glaze. This is a special coating that potters use to make their finished pieces look nice and feel smooth. Glaze is like a shiny paint made for clay. When you use a satin matte glaze, it gives your pottery a soft,
4 cups to milliliters (mL)
Hey there! Let’s talk about something really cool: how to measure liquids! Imagine you’re in your pottery class, and you’re mixing different types of clay with water. Knowing how much liquid you have can help you create the perfect mixture! So, when we talk about cups and milliliters (which we often write as mL), we
2 Liters (L) to Quarts (US)
Hey there! 🌟 Let’s explore how we can change liters into quarts! If you love working with clay in pottery, you’re going to find this super helpful, especially when measuring out materials! What is a Liter and a Quart? First, let’s understand what we’re talking about! A liter ($L$) is a way to measure volume,
50 milliliters (mL) to tablespoons (tbsp)
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