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, turning your plain piece into something special!
Once you apply the glaze, your pottery goes back into the kiln for a second firing. This is where the magic happens! The heat makes the glaze melt and stick to the pottery, creating a smooth and glossy finish.
Think of glaze like the finishing touch on a cake. Just like frosting makes a cake look delicious, glaze makes pottery vibrant and helps protect it from breaking or chipping. Different types of glaze can change how your pottery looks, with options like shiny, matte, or even textured finishes.
So, glazing not only adds beauty and color but also serves an important purpose in keeping your pottery safe and ready for use!
