CERAMICS

Pick your clay. If experimenting at home, try the air dry kind. If you've access to a kiln, beginners may want to try stoneware. A wire cutter helps you cut the clay, and take things off the wheel. Most tools can be used for multiple things: like the piercing, mark making or scoring for hand-building that can be done with a needle. Ribs are used for shaping and smoothing, while ribbon tools and wire loop tools can trim, but also help with decoration. A sponge aids smoothing, too, and also distributes water where you need it. Don't forget your apron!…

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