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...
by Kyra Lysynecky | February 22, 2024 | Blog Article, Featured Article, Kilns
Have you ever glanced at those perplexing columns detailing different firing temperatures for the same cone number and wondered what they truly signify? If so, you’re not alone. These columns hold vital insights into the delicate balance between firing...
by Kyra Lysynecky | January 12, 2024 | Blog Article, Industry News
Diamonds may have the bling, but in the ceramics studio, a humble rock reigns supreme: feldspar. This powerhouse mineral makes up a whopping 60% of the Earth’s crust, hiding in everything from granite peaks to the sandy beach beneath your toes. But in...
