Hand building a bellied, square foot mug

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[@pattiekelly-hodelly7654]

Absolutely wonderful tutorial...! you are soooo good at teaching and explaining in detail.. You are very clear and make it look easy. I love this shape and plan to experiment as I've been looking for a good hand built mug tutorial. Thank you for sharing and as soon as I get in my studio, I'll be trying this.(which will be almost immediately, lol) And Thank you also for explaining how you form different aspects and the "gentle" approach. This is awesome and you are now on my FAVORITES FOLLOWING list!

[@jeaninestark2731]

Absolutely loved your tutorial. I am going to make this mug . Your instructions were so clear and you are so easy to listen to. No bells and whistles just clear concise instruction.

[@LSinclair]

Learned so much in tools that you use. Spray water, squirt slip, wow..and that firm brush! Thank you for your wonderful thorough sharing of your process.

[@pilarg.rodriguez7919]

I loved your cup, but if you allow me a suggestion, I think it would look better to put the handle in the area where the cup joint is, maybe it would look better than leaving the joint in front.

[@desertblbuesman]

Those down votes are just wise aleck kids who down vote everything for sad kicks. Curly, Beautiful work!

[@Curlyrana81]

desertbluesman so kind ❤️

[@toniledford328]

That brush is a stippling brush, used by painters who are "stippling" or dabbing paint through stencils.

[@sondrablack8076]

I just love your patience and your calm voice as you make your awesome creations. I am 78 and I still love handbuilding. Mine is people as in nativities and angels, monks. Your work has blessed and encouraged many. Blessing on your 2022.

[@TheZhenweiwanglover]

if you dont already - you should have an amazon influencer storefront with the tools you recommend so that you can get percentage when people buy! and so we can see the tools you like.

[@DallasGypsy]

Love all the attention to detail when you're creating your pieces.

[@brendamcdonald8699]

You are so excellent. I just learned a bunch of new things from watching this video! Thank you so much!! 😷😊

[@carmenponcedeleon2693]

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful ceramic techniques with us! I’m super impressed with you delicate hand! You are thorough! Thank you 🙏🏽🧞‍♂️

[@Curlyrana81]

Thank you 😊

[@shellyvollstedt9819]

Love to use it while eating my Nutter Butter cookies!

[@witchapparatus]

Your mug is fantastic, but can we take a moment to appreciate your hair? Seriously, you have the most gorgeous curls! Very, very beautiful! And now that I'm done being an Italian auntie... Thank you so much for the lesson!

[@katersization]

I'm using quilting rulers too! They are so easy. Thank God for my failed quilting days. 😜

[@tricialee5]

Great video, Rana. Your attention to explaining the details is much appreciated. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!

[@Curlyrana81]

So sweet if you ❤️

[@samsdaughterdehaven9990]

love the cup but I really smiled when I saw curly hair! So cute....Curly's clay!!

[@Wendy-nn8os]

I showed the clay to our local store and they thought it was Buff. I bought it and I don't think that's it. Could you tell us what kind of clay? Also did you ever take a photo of the cup glazed? I love this so much.

[@TheSunsetmotion]

Thank you so much for this video. I fell in love with this mug. I want going out tomorrow to get some rollers so I can make different pattern ones. Thank you so much for sharing with us!

[@sidney7203]

Amazing...thank you for sharing this technique:)

[@caswellpatmore2619]

Love your work. Like the idea too for the slip squirt bottle.

[@normafollet7156]

Very clever miss curly👩i like it 👍. I would like to make the mug... And also put a few holes in another one i made and use as a planter. O K. With that. ?

[@BassPotter46]

Thanks Rana. Great video and a nice piece of pottery!

[@Wendy-nn8os]

LOVE the cup!! Could you please let us know where you got your rolling pin and also what kind of clay are you using?

[@jackiemarassa5929]

Keep your videos coming, I always learn so much.

[@adriennenurse9458]

Great project and I will definitely give this a try. I also like some of your techniques that I will incorporate into my skill set!!!

[@jannavales8434]

love it..very good explanations... you make it look easy...thanks good teacher.

[@helenangus1675]

Thank you so much I have learnt so much from you. A great informative video.

[@koctober23]

That mug is everything !!! The shape and the texture "speak" to me !! I have watched other videos but I keep coming back to this one, I've seen it about five times I want to try to make it. Can you tell me where you purchased your textured pin from ?

[@vidyaprasad4147]

thankyou for the awesome tut and yr patient efforts- just one question remains- how to calculate the measure of bevelled bottom to cut away - with respect to the cylindrical body? - any general formula that may help- ie how do you arrive at 1.5 cm triangle template? to cut away

[@Punacat101]

I looked for this question in earlier comments and couldn't find an answer: What is the size of the cutter used to cut out the bottoms of the mugs? Anyone? Thank you very much! - Cat

[@lisacatlin7127]

Thank you for sharing! I love hand building and your tutorial was great. I LOVE your hair, my son's looks like your hair.

[@سارهحسين-ت4خ]

This video is very beautiful, thank you very much and regards from Iraq

[@denavess732]

I love how you made your mug! I can’t wait try one myself!

[@chompers11]

jeeeez wild stuff thanks for sharing. Amazing

[@UdiB2]

TY loved the process, simplicity, and form fluidity "*****"

[@_Blasfemie]

this video taught and inspired me so much! i really love making slab mugs and im always looking for new shapes and technics to make them! thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@OUTSIDEMOORE_ANDMOORE]

This is a must try, thank you so much

[@Wendy-nn8os]

Found it!! Waaayyy down below!! I love this!! Linden Sweden Deep Notched Rolling Pin

[@margaretdeadmon1548]

This doesn’t look like wet clay, so can you tell me how long you let cylinder stand before you cut your darts?

[@anupamamuley3745]

Lovely mug and a good detailed video.Thanks

[@umuniquejamison5622]

Beautiful! I’m a beginner and would like to know what clay to use when making a teacup? Brand? Porcelain clay?

[@chowfun1976]

I love this mug. Thanks for the video.

[@Wendy-nn8os]

I'm so sorry I think I asked this before but what kind of clay are you using please. I just love this...

[@lovethewreathsweetlumsden6459]

Love to watch what you do and this mug is my favorite. Wanted to find something for my granddaughter and I to do together, make a memory. Thought this mug we can do. I'm really excited to be able to introduce her to this wonderful craft. Calming for the mind and soul. And just think she will be an old lady someday and still remember this mug.💓

[@designerpotandplanter1004]

Thank you very much please tell me mam when we use water then all are crack what is the reason behind this can you please tell me thank you very much

[@emadfadeil169]

Thanks very much. But I think it's heavy.

[@janicestarr3581]

What is the blue handled tool you use for scoring? Thx

[@tutsilibelle3617]

Well thats a great way to make a mug, it looks absolutely beautiful!

[@simone2787]

Would bringing the seams together be at a leather hard stage or sooner please? X

[@traceyosterlind14]

Wow! This is the coolest mug I've ever seen! I can't wait to try this after isolation.

[@DKNemGaming]

*Beutifull ,super Nice, thanks you, i love.*

[@whyfit34]

هههههههههههههههههههههه شكلاه مجنونا

[@jimboswell4818]

Brilliant. Thank you. You taught me alot. Blessings

[@iillc1436]

YOU are an excellent and talented teacher! Thank you!

[@cindypope6122]

Rana, Thank you so much for this excellent lesson. I am on viewing #2. Are there certain times during construction you would allow the pot to dry a bit if you were not filming in one session? I think one more viewing and I will be ready to make a mug. Do you have a facebook group or instagram account?

[@lazcris]

Thanks for sharinh! I love your mug.

[@TariHuffaker]

Very nice tutorial. Thanks so much.

[@aysebetulhoward9179]

Good details,thank you.

[@tamijo1962]

Are you working on hardibacker (cement board)? I want to make a workbench but I don't want to try to cover it in canvas.

[@Curlyrana81]

I highly, HIGHLY recommend a hardibacker board to work on. No need for canvas.

[@mreinstein48]

They are stunning!

[@colehohne4309]

you mentioned that your handles crack when they dry, if you put wax on the handles when they are still wet it will slow the drying process and will make it less likely yo crack

[@sarapeace7570]

Something new to me. Thanks!

[@tasshakenbake9314]

Thank you for posting the video of how you created your hand-built mug. Awesome!

[@sandraparente3962]

Thank you! I love it!❤

[@simone2787]

Thank you for sharing this. I have learnt so much as a beginner and will definitely be looking for your videos in the future. Subscribed! 😊

[@valecan3399]

Qué bonito quedó 😍😍. Gracias por compartir. Saludos desde Chile.

[@caroldobbins1560]

I have a question about your "dart maker" triangle. You described the dimensions. Where are you taking that measurement? Are the triangles equilateral or isolese? (Sp?)

[@clifforddalton3067]

One comment, I would use the seem joint as the place for my handle. Very nice mug though, well done. Thanks for sharing.

[@aldeirrodrigues411]

Amazing production from you! Congratulations! Thank u for sharing your art and talent. I will try to make it.

[@guiti9]

Kindly let me know what material are you using to lay your piece and tools on it. Is it plastic?

[@Curlyrana81]

I think it’s called Boone grass. It’s a drying rack for baby bottles

[@susankashmiri6199]

Beautiful work!

[@ellenbettencourt9272]

GREAT idea to use the quilting “ruler”! So smart! And love your signature pattern. I love to get new ideas and those are two keepers! I’m not even done watching your video yet either! Thank you for sharing!

[@ernie-zm7xq]

Let's trade hair! You're probably tired of the natural curl, and I would kill for some! You lucky duck! The cups are great , too. Gonna make some as late christas gifts.

[@jenniferstenta9247]

Your tutorials are amazing, I am learning so much! Can you tell me what your work surface is?

[@Curlyrana81]

The Emerald Wither thank you 😊. It’s a hardiebacker board

[@purpledreamer7465]

Woow woow an amazing work !! Is this called hand built by ceramic ???

[@Lavonne9870]

Thank you! I appreciate your explanation at every step. I'm feeling confident enough to start one of my own. 🙏

[@risingexodus4968]

Hi! I’m new to pottery and am striving to make mugs like yours, what clay do you use? Mine seems to be much floppier. Thank you!!

[@RoosKohn]

That was fun

[@anapatriciacardenascoronad3818]

Hermoso tu trabajo amiga y además muy prolijo, excelente explicación me encantaste a con ese tazón. Cariños y bendiciones desde mi amado Chile 🇨🇱

[@denavess732]

I use t square like construction helps me get straight lines! I’m awful cutting crooked.. ❤️

[@elietechaves7255]

Vc é uma fofa! Obrigado...muito lindo seu trabalho e seu desprendimento em compartilhar.

[@cochoathemudslinger9055]

Good idea for name....I will be using that for sure...thanks

[@gonenhaba-meishar1288]

thanks so much

[@amygreene3133]

what type of surface are you working on?

[@Curlyrana81]

amy greene hardibacker board from the hardware store

[@loishunt5117]

I had to share my mug. I did this a year ago when I first started with pottery. I watched your video and followed along. Hence, I did not know about leather hard so my walls started to cave in, had sponges to hold them up until it was dry… i kept going and it is my fav mug. Reminds me of how much I have learned. Thank you so much for your detailed and fun video! Unfortunately I can not get my photo to attach. Sorry…

[@pragyajivisingh2812]

Which clay is it

[@pitscoop]

I LOVE this! Than you! Where did you get your rolling pin?

[@pattrull9387]

I made this mug today. Mine turned out really tall however. I measured a 5.5 x 11 slab of clay, maybe I was supposed to cut that in two piece. Turned out pretty nice though.

[@justdiycrafts3871]

Thank you so much for this video! Also you are so beautiful!!

[@Curlyrana81]

Thank you so much 😊

[@snazzygina]

I will be making this one tonight in my class!! Thank you so much for sharing. I am so excited!!!

[@isabelacamilar2079]

very beautiful!thanks from Israel.

[@augustawallace3422]

lovely

[@bconsilio3764]

Nice!

[@suhartaw3504]

Thank you for the video. what kind/type of rolling pin you have?

[@glynnphillips9703]

So kool

[@Mariazinhasousa11]

MARAVILHOSO!!!

[@KatiaHawkins]

Such a nice video! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@concernedcitizen8968]

Lovely work. Thank you so much for sharing this

[@aunchleetansacha5313]

Great tutorial very thorough tips of your tools used. Thank you

[@Gingy50]

What kind of ruler are you using and what is the measurements of the base please

[@micheledickey4066]

I love this method!! And I love the texture as well. Where did you get the roller please?

[@Kurtlane]

Look for textured rolling pin. There is one on Amazon.

[@barrymaxwell4142]

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