HOW TO: PINCH POT METHOD
•Begin a pinch pot by forming a lump of clay into a smooth sphere that fits the size of your hand. •While holding the sphere of clay, press your thumb into the centre of the ball, half-way to the bottom. •While revolving the ball in one hand, press the walls out evenly with the thumb into the inside and the fingers on the outside. Smooth the surface with a damp sponge. |
Beware of air pockets!•When creating a hollow ball, it is important to remember that you must have a hole in it to allow air to escape. Otherwise, it’s a giant bomb in the kiln and will explode!
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Add a foot.Add a foot to the base of your pinch pot. Don't forget to score and slip!
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Score and slip!Scratch the surface and apply a layer of wet slip to create a strong bond!
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