Hand built slab trays and bowls.

Simple slab built trays and a spectacular bowl project that can be made with just a few stamps, a rolling pin and a sprinkle of creativity. You can add a thrown foot or use a coiled foot, may be add three balls of clay as a foot, endless possibilities. Lots of texture stamping possibilities to play with.

[@Vsmithpots]

I noticed this morning that KZbin have put ads during my video. Is that just when I watch my video or does everyone get this? I have deliberately not monetized the channel to prevent these annoying ads appearing during my videos. Of course I do not read the terms of conditions so may be that is just the cost of downloading videos, nothing is free in life. Apologies for the annoying ads.

[@hlee2529]

I have noticed more ads on other channels as well. The ads didn’t keep me from watching your entire video though!

[@cpnotill9264]

@@hlee2529 A team of wild horses couldn't keep me from watching lol.

[@conniemezzo9370]

I have purchased from KZbin, for $119 a year, so I don't get any commercials on my KZbin feed. Yes, it's a added expense, but watching the same commercials over and over, was making me BATTY! 🤓.

[@llanitedave]

I have an ad blocker on my home computer, so I don't see them. On my phone, though, I've noticed that ads are becoming more frequent, more widespread, louder, longer, and more offensive almost weekly. It's not just you.

[@2CraftySeniors]

Apparently in the terms there is a clause that KZbin can put ads onto anyone's videos whether you want them or not... and even if you haven't reached that 1,000 subscribers that you have to reach before you can monetize. So, whether you monetize or not, ads can appear... and often do once someone gets even a little popular. If you don't monetize, it just means KZbin makes all the cash. I tend to use "skip" when the ads become too much.

[@maryanderson4015]

You made me laugh when you said pottery can't have to many boards... so true! thanks you so much for all you share!

[@Vsmithpots]

The same could be said of shelves.

[@triciac1019]

​@@Vsmithpots yes for sure.

[@cathysmith5844]

You are an amazing artist Mr Vaughn Smith🙏🏼

[@melrussell7830]

Thank you Vaughan. This morning you inspired me to make some small slab textured dishes, while I was waiting for customers in my open gallery 😊

[@Vsmithpots]

So I am not the only one working Sunday morning. Thanks.

[@patspotpage]

Vaughan, your kerchief bowls are spectacular! I agree, one thing that attracts me to ceramics is the infinite variety of projects and techniques. I could do this for 100 years and still be learning and trying new things. Well done, and thank you for the tutorial!

[@llanitedave]

My wife and I always love watching you work, and your approach to design and building. It's such a pleasure. And then your finished pieces are, well, just breathtaking!

[@Vsmithpots]

Thank you, sorry KZbin placed ads in the middle of the video.

[@elsagarcia4056]

Beautiful work!!

[@micass3561]

I tried making one based on my memory of this video and it totally failed. Then I made a second one watching your video carefully and it was so much easier. You are an incredible teacher!

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks, I am currently working on a sink version of this, the video will air in February.

[@neilahalter9663]

Beautiful yalls work is always beautiful. Thank you for sharing

[@Vsmithpots]

You are welcome.

[@janlewis9099]

I love a bit of he handbuilding❤ Great ideas, the floppy bowls were magnificent!!!

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks

[@karylgammon8760]

Such beautiful work of art!

[@rondacorkhill1654]

Thank you for addressing the purple one. I was going to ask that question because I have all four of those books. 😎

[@Vsmithpots]

You are welcome.

[@Mariede425]

Vaughan...you have just such amazing artistry! Im so inspired by your work . Thank You (and your Mrs. as well ;-))

[@Vsmithpots]

You are welcome.

[@sandyunruh387]

So beautiful! What a pleasure to watch a master at work.

[@Vsmithpots]

Too kind, thanks.

[@conniemezzo9370]

OMGm The "Floppy Bowl" looks like something you would find on the ocean floor! Absolutely GORGEOUS!

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks Connie, I thought it had a flower potential.

[@emilywong6923]

I made little trays like that and my son used one for guitar pics. I use one for hair clips and tooth picks.

[@susancole6090]

Simply beautiful work! Thanks for sharing. Now I have to try it!

[@Vsmithpots]

Good luck.

[@richardtaylor2361]

thanks Vaughn that was very enjoyable!

[@Vsmithpots]

I wonder sometimes if they are getting too long.

[@mollylundquist9145]

Oh my! I just found this network...and wowie! These are the most beautiful bowls I've ever seen--I'm gobsmacked. Thank you, Vaughn Smith, for creating beauty.

[@Vsmithpots]

Thank you, there are lots of videos in my past years of KZbin. Plenty of winter nights viewing.

[@elizabethwatson71]

Oh My Goodness! I’d that an old pastry or noodle sheeter! Great thing. I bet it weighs a ton! next time when you attach the foot, try adding a very thin roll of clay between the two. Then you wouldn’t have lost that lovely extra rim. Also, the big one that you took the wrap off before you put it on the bowl, that white bucket on your table…..perfect matchup. Another bowl, but a different bottom. You could even make a rectangular slab base!

[@marymacdonald3506]

Thanks Vaughan I’m just taking a hand building classes right now so perfect timing!! 😊. But those bowls! Wow amazing colors spectacular and you make it look so easy…..

[@Vsmithpots]

Hi Mary, glad you liked them.

[@jonaeflure]

Why? Why I ask. Why did you have to touch me in my heart? Why did you have to be so generous with your knowledge and skills? Why did you have to come into my life and give me hope to create? You ate such a kind man to be so giving. I can't afford a lot of what is needed, nor do I have the knowledge how, but you sure made my mind think. Where it will lead me I don't know but I am absolutely greatful to continue forward in knowing you. There's a lot to read into this comment but as long as you understand it that's really all that matters to me...

[@Vsmithpots]

Glad to be helpful, just follow your dream and don't let anything get in the way of achieving it.

[@mandicoleman7433]

Wow this is the first time I've ever watched anything like this. They're beautiful!!!! I was mesmerized the entire video

[@Vsmithpots]

Thank you, I am happy even if I put you to sleep, it is nice to give people an escape after a hectic day.

[@eniclernatali2547]

🤩🤩🤩😍😍😍 woderful pieces!

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks

[@ginnymaurer2580]

Beautiful!

[@user-mp6tg7wb2d]

I made a flair bowl following your instructions. A a novice hand builder, I am thrilled with the result. I glazed it with a seashell motif glaze adding a coil foot . Stunning. It holds so much. Thank you for your inspiration

[@Vsmithpots]

Congratulations, I sold one of mine, still have two left. They are fun to make.

[@analemaarana1173]

Me encanto su trabajo, felicidades, deseo ver mas❤

[@whisperingeaglelanders2339]

Does this clay not have a memory? These are so adorable❤ That giant bowl is fabulous!😊

[@Vsmithpots]

Yes the clay particles can have a tendency to warp due to processes in construction.

[@lindadescant1409]

I LOVE YOUR ART AND YOUR BEAUTIFUL STUDIO.

[@Vsmithpots]

Thank you

[@marykowalski7349]

I jumped to catch the slab at 51.30 Haha - that would be a neat trick from PA. I love these and will be back at it next week.

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks, flipping is tough on the shoulders.

[@ginafeddersen8200]

Thanks Vaughan for sharing and all the tips! They are very beautiful and original😊

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks.

[@lynisherwood2536]

You are using all my favourite textures. The Celtic ones. I would love to visit as we may share common ancestors!!,

[@Vsmithpots]

Born in Scotland.

[@itchy711]

They’re absolutely beautiful!!! I love them.

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks.

[@nancymeza7399]

Fantástico,maravilloso||gracias por compartirnos tu bello arte❤

[@johnwang8870]

So pretty and good job!

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks, I have three orange cats.

[@lisacooke3785]

Thank you for this really helpful and enjoyable video.

[@Vsmithpots]

You are welcome.

[@CARodby2024]

Your slabroller looks like mine - Northstar. Also, I damaged the tendons in my wrist by banging on clay and was laid up for three months while it healed. I since learned to use a mallet instead of my hand! Take care!

[@Vsmithpots]

Good to know. I've had surgery on both hands already.

[@MyNgocVoTa]

So beautiful, thank you for showing

[@Vsmithpots]

You are welcome.

[@shelleydoxtdator753]

Great video Vaughan - absolutely gorgeous ❤

[@Vsmithpots]

You are welcome.

[@sharonN2780]

Looks like Van Gogh color palette. Thank you for sharing your expertise. Your works are truly magnificent. ❤❤❤

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

Those bowls are beautiful!! Both the shape and the color is fantastic. Thank you❤️🤗🐝

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks.

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

@@Vsmithpots you’re welcome❤️🤗🐝

[@kathymckenzie244]

Stunning! Thank you for the start to finish process.

[@Vsmithpots]

You are welcome.

[@maryellenrichards391]

I am a fluid artist and I watch a lot of other artist to learn new techniques etc. Your video played right after something else I was watching, and I was absolutely mesmerized through the entire thing. I can’t wait to watch another of your videos.

[@Vsmithpots]

Thank you for watching, there are hundreds of videos to watch if you look back over the years. The early ones are a bit raw technically. They are good for winter watching.

[@zipiben-porat8777]

It is wanderful. Thank you. 😊

[@Vsmithpots]

You are welcome.

[@marycatherinelebouef-op4hf]

Absolutely gorgeous work! I am amazed that one person can take a piece of clay and make a masterpiece! Bravo!

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks

[@GinYogya]

Really nice, thank you for showing us...

[@Vsmithpots]

You are welcome.

[@727nkk]

The roller you use is made for going over the seams in wallpaper after you first hang it.

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks.

[@opalbrooks3624]

Beautiful

[@cchatolate5562]

I was memorized by your hand building techniques. Will be in NS late June maybe be able to see your gallery.

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks, see you soon.

[@KayeCHass]

Mesmerizing to watch and absolutely beautiful. Thank you so much. Wow

[@BrokenArrowPottery]

Outstanding!!! I loved listening to the music too...Thanks!

[@kerrihaw7186]

These are so beautiful. When I first saw them, I thought they were glass. Thank you.

[@kathypatten8723]

Your videos are fabulous! Thank you for sharing your skill and time 😀

[@marydaniels8744]

Loved watching your process. Beautiful work!

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks.

[@annsciba9828]

Thank you for your wonderful video! I've been making large bowls similar to yours since the middle 70's, using lace pressed into the clay with slip painted over it to accentuate the pattern. One difference in technique is that I use pieces of old bed sheets to roll the clay on. It's not so hard to peel the clay off and leaves almost no mark. I can roll out thin enough to move easily. I love the way you glaze these large pots on the inside! I suspend mine on a jar over a large bowl to pour glaze over the outside after dipping the stem in a smaller bowl with glaze in it to glaze the stem. I have always made the stems the day before, but will try making and adding them immediately! That looks interesting!! I tried a slab with stamps, etc., yesterday!! What fun!!!!! Again, thank you for sharing! Ann Sciba

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks for the comment, I have a new video coming in a week or two making one of these into a sink.

[@jonathankerner2094]

Very kind of you to share your methods and ideas. I am inspired! I teach in a high school and will be sharing many of your techniques with students. Thank you so very much.

[@Vsmithpots]

Good luck, I taught high school for 5 years. I am still in touch with some of them 40 years later.

[@pavlentos]

Wonderful!

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks

[@ich2990]

Absolutely wonderful! Thank you for sharing this. 😊

[@joanknotts2764]

❤very georgious love your work incredible😊 iowa close to the mississippi❤

[@skrejbulgar174]

I believe that's a North Star slab roller. It's one of the few brands which adjusts the slab thickness by raising or lowering the roller, rather than having to insert shims in the bed. Great tip on getting square(ish) slabs Can't wait to try it. Those ovals seem to waste a lot space on the ends making me roll more slabs to fit that last piece. Those bowls are just fantastic.

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks, I got the slab roller second hand.

[@junecarrothers5970]

Absolutely beautiful!!! I am an novice working with clay but the tips you gave are so helpful!! May you have many more years of inspiring others!!!

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks I hope to be potting for many more years.

[@131dyana]

Amazing work. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks.

[@lydiadevries8408]

Gorgeous

[@doriscurrie1813]

BEAUTIFUL

[@triciac1019]

You sure did such a large number of projects and shared so much with us. I love hand building, along with throwing. These are such fun and inspiring projects. Thank you for sharing. I am anxious to do some of these. I would just be in Heaven with the view outside my window being the ocean. Love your music also.

[@Vsmithpots]

Thank you, glad to help.

[@judywilliams1863]

I love your work, very talented. I really like the draped platters.

[@aileenhammer7230]

I really love your vessel!! I liked the organic shape, colors and textures! The texture on the inside rim was my favorite part of your piece; simply stunning!!

[@Vsmithpots]

Thank you. Making them is fun.

[@kashabanko699]

First time I watched 👍🏻your channel. Nice. Liked watching & listening to u work.

[@2CraftySeniors]

I love what you do... and how you do it. I currently live in an apartment so can't have my kiln right now... but I can' work with other types of clay that don't need one. Watching you make your slabs into beautiful pieces reminded me of collaging papers for my junk journals.... a bit here, another bit there... something else in this spot... oh, that one is a little covered by this one... there's a pretty piece for here. You know?

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks for commenting, texture is fun and can be surprising after the glaze firing. Non firing clay never did it for me but look up Deboarah Rogers from Virginia who does great work without firing the clay. Here is a link. facebook.com/people/Deborah-G-Rogers-Artist/100062979261953/

[@marylaves6200]

Wonderful and informative video. Thanks!

[@annsciba9828]

I'll be watching. One other thing I do differently is use quilt batting, the soft kind that I can tear up, to stuff the curves after I get the bowl over the drape mold. It's strong enough to hold and, since it's going under the cloth the bowl is draped over, doesn't get dirty, while helping to hold the shape.

[@Vsmithpots]

That is a good idea, the toilet rolls I use can leave a slight edge that has to be smoothed out.

[@svenlundergard1]

I love that you showed your glazed and finished pieces in this instructional video. Very well done! THANKS MUCH!! Liked and Subscribed!!

[@Vsmithpots]

Thank you.

[@mariadelacruzrodriguezpala8610]

Wonderfull…I can’t stop watching, awesome

[@danielaMorescalchi]

Great videos, hearing you talk or not, is better than music though

[@Vsmithpots]

I joke that the music will wake you up during these long videos.

[@maryheim8203]

I just finished watching you make a lamp base. Have you tried making a Shade to match the base? I really think that would be amazing.😊

[@Nrscathy60]

A thin plastic shower cap would fit well over your bisque bowel.

[@Pherine1]

Vaughan your tutorial looks very interesting so I've downloaded it so that I can watch it later, I'm not very well at the moment, and I dont want to miss any of it.

[@Vsmithpots]

I hope you recover soon.

[@evelynhouston236]

My first-time watching. Just beautiful!!! Love ❤️ ❤❤

[@Vsmithpots]

Thank you

[@kathieruiz5157]

Wow! Lov that so much!😊

[@2CraftySeniors]

Just for information... Those two tools with the handles that you thought might be for wallpaper or plaster (they can be used for the plaster for sure) are also texture tools to add wood grain to things. You lay down a dark colour and let it dry, then lay a light colour over top and drag the tool in one direction, tipping it back and forth as you do, and it puts a nice wood grain down. Then let that dry before varnish or glaze is added. You can also use those pointy parts to drag other patterns onto projects.

[@Vsmithpots]

I have two of those tools so I should try them out. Thanks.

[@gailbancer1571]

Please show the finished pieces of your talented and hard work!

[@cpnotill9264]

He did show them in the video. Beautiful work!

[@Vsmithpots]

@@cpnotill9264 Thanks for answering this one for me.

[@Hannah-lz4mu]

Nádherné 😲😲😲😲

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks

[@valeriedevilliers9675]

Wow 🎉🎉🎉 . I want to do that

[@micass3561]

I’m sure there is a Google video you could learn how! You have such a loving following of people.

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks again. My wife told me no, so I have to keep her happy, I will try and come up with another way but I am happy enough just to help others.

[@robbrown9683]

Nidec by Shimpo is my guess for the slab roller. I just picked one up second hand too. This video was my motivation to move on from just wheel throwing. Thank you for the great sharing of your talent! Thought about you during the recent storms Sept 23 and hope you avoided any damage. All The Best from Idaho!

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks, we are being blown around by Phillipa tonight, just 50mile winds. Tonights video shows Lee a few weeks back.

[@annamariainnocenti785]

Molto bello!!!!

[@dianneiverson5402]

I think your little roller is for pressing down the seams on wallpaper

[@gracielasabarros1853]

Most than pretty nice!!🎉🎉🎉

[@Vsmithpots]

Thank you.

[@dalejablonski436]

Beautiful

[@lydiadevries8408]

Thank you

[@alfa5243]

I want to visit. 😮

[@amyharry3071]

thank you so much for these videos. I have learned so many tips and tricks, especially as a new slab builder. One question for you. How do you keep the clay from drying out on the 4 other slabs you rolled while you work on the first one?

[@Vsmithpots]

They do not dry much but you can cover them with plastic.

[@suebielecki473]

Good Morning from Arizona. Could you tell me please Vaughan, how do I mend small cracks in my pottery that is drying to go in to bisque? Ty, you are great & so VERY talented.

[@Vsmithpots]

You can buy a product called Patch Attach which will fill the crack, it will even re-join a broken handle.

[@suebielecki473]

@@Vsmithpots Thank you I will check where to buy.

[@myriambeck6747]

Great. The selfmade stamps with the Flowers from your wife are so beautyful. How does she made them? ❤

[@Vsmithpots]

I will make some in a video soon. Thanks.

[@jseal21]

Is that your Cobalt/Rutile on the exterior? I really like the outcome, 😸, beautiful stuff!

[@Vsmithpots]

Yes it is my bright blue.

[@EllysSalazar]

Me gusta lindos❤

[@micass3561]

Ps. You should have the donate option! I will be happy to donate some $ to your channel.

[@Vsmithpots]

Thanks, I do not know how to do it. I am happy enough just to sell and ship pieces to my subscribers but I will look into doing it. I did print T-shirts and sold all of those.

[@Killer100134]

很棒的作品!

[@Vsmithpots]

谢谢，特别是因为中国在陶器方面拥有如此伟大的历史。

[@marciaerthal3353]

Muito lindo!!!!❤️

[@user-iv7oh6uh1i]

Can you send me the link of your finished handbuilt sink? I am so excited to see it all fired and installed.

[@Vsmithpots]

It is not an order so I am waiting for a lucky person to come in the gallery and buy it.

[@weavweaver569]

Very informative content! Thank you for your great videos. If I could ask, where do you buy the foam you use for the slump moulds? Thanks

[@Vsmithpots]

it is insulation from a building supply.

[@LR-kx9jz]

Please could you let us know the make and model of your air purifier?

[@Vsmithpots]

Here is the Amazon link. www.amazon.ca/dp/B08SVQD774?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1

[@michaeldominick1960]

Hello. I would like to buy one of these. One about 13 or 14 inches with the same colors as the ones in this video. Please tell me how to proceed! Thank you, Mike

[@Vsmithpots]

Hi Michael, I think I have one in the showroom, if you email me I can send you a photo. ([e-mail])