How to clean glazed bottoms July 19, 2022Glazing can be a messy endeavour. In this post we show you how to efficiently clean up your glazed bottoms when you are dipping your pieces in glaze. Remember: the bottoms...
How to get a rounded lip on a mug May 31, 2022When hand-building mugs, there can be a tendency that the edge or the lip / rim of a mug can be hard, slightly sharp or pointed, making it not such...
How to prevent warping in clay May 24, 2022As clay dries, depending on the shape and how you have manipulated it, it will tend to warp. This is especially frustrating if you are trying to make perfectly round...
The Kleistone Studio Spring Ceramic Market April 22, 2022Kleistone Studio is turning 6 months old! Time flies when you're having fun, and these first six months have been great. We have had a lot of support from you...
How to recycle clay April 2, 2022Clay is a natural material coming from the earth. It is kind of special because it can be manipulated, used, pinched, turned, dried, made into slip and also recycled. Raw...
Health and safety in a pottery studio March 2, 2022Ceramics is a wonderful craft. Like many crafts, there are a few things to keep in mind as you work with clay and glazes. We give new members and students tips...