Studio news
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Safety in the studio
If you're a ceramic artist or someone who loves working with clay, you're probably already aware of the potential hazards that come with working in a ceramics studio. But don't...
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Throwing off the Hump - another Technique in the tool box
As a potter, I find throwing off the hump to be an essential skill in my practice. It not only saves time but also allows me to create a series...
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Setting up a studio space
Hi there! I've been in love with making ceramics for over a decade now and if you're reading this, chances are you're also a pottery enthusiast looking to set up...
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Ceramics is disappointing and full of frustrations
Raise your hands if you feel me? I often talk about how I learned to throw on the pottery wheel when I’m teaching beginners classes. Above is a pic of...
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Clay is a lot like baking.
It’s not the first time I have thought about this - nor the first time I have heard someone say “This is just like at home when I am making...
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Gift Guide Christmas 2021
If you’re looking for that perfect gift that says “thank you”, “I love you”, “I appreciate you” or “I think you’d really like this!”, here is your 2021 Gift Guide....
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Shipping with me
Did you know that when you order from me and choose to get your order delivered that I ship with a courier that is 100% carbon neutral? I am committed...
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Open letter to Beginning Student of ceramics
Dear Beginning Student, I know you may be feeling a little out of practice right now, perhaps you had a little time away from the wheel and you feel like...
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Appreciation Blog
Friday appreciation post: I have decided that today is going to be the day for gratitude. No matter how sour I am at the world, I will write a happy...
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Butter Bells - What is it and do I need one?
I have a confession: I am a butter convert. I used to hate it. Now, I would swim in it if I could. So did I need a Butter Bell?...
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Things that help me work through the Lock Down funk.
From the start to finish, the day can be can be loooooong especially when you are confined to your own four walls. If you are in Victoria like me, then...
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New collection has landed: The story behind the Stack Mug
I went to my sisters new place a little while back and she made me a cuppa in some mugs she bought from one of her first jobs (Adairs) …...