by Alyx Galanti | January 14, 2025 | Glazes, Informative
 Okay, let’s be real, glazing can be a total pain in the… kiln sitter. You meticulously craft the perfect piece, only to have your glaze crawl, crack, or do some other funky dance that leaves you questioning your sanity. But don’t worry, my friend,...
by Alyx Galanti | January 9, 2025 | Glazes, Informative, Myth Busters
Hey everyone, Matt here from Ceramic Materials Workshop! Today, we’re diving deep into the muddy waters of matte and crystalline glazes. And trust me, things aren’t always as they seem in the glaze world! Now, I know what you’re thinking:...
by Kyra Lysynecky | October 30, 2024 | Glazes, How Tos, Informative
Glazing is a crucial step in the ceramic-making process, adding color, texture, and a protective layer to your pottery. However, applying glazes can be tricky, especially for beginners. Here are our five tips to help you achieve good glazing results: 1. Prepare Your...
by Kyra Lysynecky | October 23, 2024 | Glazes, Informative
What are Bristol Glazes? Bristol glazes are a type of glaze used on ceramics that can be fired at lower temperatures (around cone 6) compared to traditional glazes (cone 10). They achieve this by utilizing a specific chemical reaction between zinc and calcium. How...
by Kyra Lysynecky | October 4, 2024 | Glazes, How Tos, Informative
Test Tile with Glaze Applied Charge with light source Final Result Introduction Have you ever dreamed of creating pottery that glows in the dark? It’s not as magical as it sounds, but it’s definitely achievable with the right glaze recipe and firing...
by Kyra Lysynecky | September 26, 2024 | Clay, Glazes, Informative
Debunking the Myth: Clay and Crystalline Glazes A common misconception among potters is that clay is incompatible with crystalline glazes. Many believe that the presence of clay will hinder the formation of crystals, leading to dull, lifeless glazes. However, as...
