by Kyra Lysynecky | January 7, 2025 | Blog Article, Featured Article
 Okay, you’ve signed up for that pottery class, or maybe you’ve just got a bag of clay staring at you from the corner of your craft room. Now what? Before you dive headfirst into making amazing pottery, let’s get to know the star of the show: clay!...
by Kyra Lysynecky | September 23, 2024 | Blog Article, Featured Article, Glazes
This is our glossary to help provide a foundation for beginners looking to understand glaze and clay chemistry terms. By familiarizing yourself with these terms, you can navigate the world of pottery with greater confidence. Glaze Chemistry Terms Batch: A mixture of...
by Kyra Lysynecky | August 16, 2024 | Blog Article, Featured Article, Glazes
Making your own glazes can be a rewarding and transformative experience for any ceramicist. While it might seem daunting at first, the benefits far outweigh the challenges. Here are five compelling reasons to dive into the world of glaze making: 1. Complete Creative...
by Kyra Lysynecky | August 7, 2024 | Blog Article, Clay, Featured Article
Creating a plaster slab is an essential step for potters who want to test their clay bodies. A plaster slab allows you to mix clay as a slip or slurry, ensuring the best possible mixing and a relatively quick drying process. In this guide, we’ll walk you through...
by Kyra Lysynecky | June 5, 2024 | Blog Article, Featured Article, Glazes
Shino glazes are a type of glaze known for their beautiful milky white to orange colors and fleshy textured surfaces. Originally developed in 16th century Japan, these glazes were used on tea bowls prized for their understated elegance. Eventually making their way to...
by Kyra Lysynecky | April 5, 2024 | Blog Article, Featured Article
How To Use CMW’s UMF Calculator Learn How to Calculate the UMF By Hand Check Out a Sample Lesson From CMW’s Glazed & Confused Workshop UMF Glaze Calculators: A great tool for glaze chemistry Are you a potter looking to elevate your glaze game? UMF...
