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 clay is fired at about 2,300°F! That’s seriously hot, right?
When you use high-fire stoneware, the clay becomes really strong and durable. It can hold liquids, like water, without leaking. It also looks really nice because the high temperature makes the colors more vibrant and the surface smoother.
Think of firing clay like cooking. When you bake cookies at a high temperature, they get crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. Similarly, in high-fire pottery, the clay transforms and becomes a sturdy piece of art.
Now, let’s test your imagination! Here are 7 objects that are made from stoneware and can handle the high-fire process, which means they can be made using that Cone 9 temperature:
- A coffee mug for your morning drink.
- A flower pot to hold a beautiful plant.
- A bowl for serving pasta during dinner.
- A plate for your favorite dessert.
- A teapot for brewing delicious tea.
- A casserole dish for oven-baking yummy dishes.
- A pitcher for pouring juice or water.
All these items are tough and useful, perfect for everyday use or even special occasions! Remember, when you work with high-fire stoneware, you’re using the right clay and the right temperatures to create amazing pottery! Happy crafting!
