How to Make a Handmade Pottery Teapot - Narrated Version

This weeks video shows how I make my teapots. It's a long one but shows quite thoroughly every step along the way. Teapots are such complicated objects to make so I really hope this video can break it down whilst also demonstrating in-depth my approach to the form.
Thanks for watching and if you're got any further questions please leave it down in the comments and I'll do my best to reply.
Timecodes:
0:00 - Wedging clay
0:32 - Throwing teapot body
4:19 - Preparing clay and measurements for the lid
5:01 - Throwing lids
6:28 - Throwing spouts
8:33 - Trimming lid to fit teapot
9:28 - Trimming teapot body
10:57 - Trimming lid
12:44 - Trimming teapot base
14:09 - Attaching spout
17:50 - Pulling and attaching handle
21:46 - Finished examples
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[@feliciagarner6833]

seriously I have not skipped any part of this and enjoyed every moment of it! Also is no one going to talk about how calming his voice is... literally the bob ross of pottery.

[@floriangadsby]

Thank you Felicia! That's so kind of you to say and what a compliment, I love Bob Ross!

[@labyrinthab]

Oh you are not wrong! Best ceramics videos i have ever found. Thank you... so calming... so generous. thank you.

[@sleepyhead5686]

I have no idea why but this video gave me so much serotonin. I had been sobbing for an hour beforehand and this cheered me up immensely.

[@patriciatomilonus7384]

Why were you sobbing for an hour??

[@sleepyhead5686]

@@patriciatomilonus7384 ah, just overwhelmed with a lot of things.

[@patriciatomilonus7384]

@@sleepyhead5686 I'm sorry about that...I hope you're doing better these days...

[@lizcollyns4082]

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[@johnhobbs621]

As a rookie potter I've watched many of Florian's videos over and over appreciating the informative and precise instruction, each one a masterclass. In addition I love Florian's calm and beautiful voice and his ceramics are lovely, beautifully simple / simply beautiful

[@sueholt3549]

Just when I was feeling exhausted after completing all my pots for Christmas - this wonderfully inspirational video comes along and I can't wait to get back in the workshop. Thanks so much Florian !

[@floriangadsby]

Thank you Sue! I’m exhausted too, can’t wait for some downtime over the holidays. Thanks as always for watching!

[@elliot-blumberg]

Oh wow, this is some of the most satisfying content on KZbin. Your passion and dedication to the craft is admirable! Would love to see you pouring a cup of your favorite tea out of one of these finished pots. Cheers mate.

[@floriangadsby]

Cheers Elliot! Thanks for watching, and you're right, that was an obvious ending to film for this little film, next time.

[@IngerWinkelmann]

It makes me so happy each time I get a notification about a new video from your channel!

[@floriangadsby]

and it makes me so happy to read that! Thanks for watching Inger! 🙌🏼

[@joshuatelson5645]

Yeah I agree, these videos are like 20min meditations

[@cricuts1]

Taken aback by the sheer amount of effort and craftsmanship that goes into making such a master piece. I certainly have much more appreciation for hand made utensils now. Thanks for sharing your craft.

[@leilee203]

These pots are so beautiful. It such a delicate and stunning design. On a side note, you have the most soothing voice when you’re doing narration.😘

[@andrewj3672]

They look so good with the glaze on them! The way that the sharp edges look with the variation in color is so pretty, and the overall form is balanced in a way that is so pleasing to look at.

[@floriangadsby]

Cheers Andrew! There's some better pictures of them over on my Instagram. I sold all of the nicest ones so the two shown at the end aren't the best of the best.

[@emblemcc]

..thanks for another excellent video. While you were speaking about the water flow and smooth surfaces one thing came back to my mind .. The smooth surface is not the best surfaces for water flow. A tube with spiral shape will help the water flow faster even small bumps are better than smooth surface, as like small dents makes golf ball faster... maybe not noticeable in a tea pot though :)

[@floriangadsby]

That's interesting to know! I'll have to test that next time I make some teapots.

[@brianbassett4379]

Mid-70s Parkrose OR, I had a ceramics teacher in high school, Mr. Anderson. Actually, it was ceramics, watercolors, oil paint, and lurking off and on over the day helping load and unload kilns. I learned more from him than any other teacher throughout high school. He became my standard for the definition of a true artist. From what I learned from him I could and did throw some beautiful pots, but I could not for the life of me throw another to match it. Mr. Anderson would throw sets of vases, plates, and large mixing bowls that when finished would stack like they were made in a mold. Beautiful sets that I am sure are still being used, loved, and cared for today. He either had a business on the side or every relative he had got new sets of plates and cookware every year. My mark of a true artist today is someone that can create something beautiful, which I could, and then duplicate it over and over... which I never could. He taught me this same lesson in watercolors too, I could get lucky at times and paint something beautiful but I couldn't ever see something clearly in my mind and make it appear on the paper as he did. He was like Hank Aaron calling his shot, teaching, telling the class what he was going to paint, and then creating exactly what he had described, over and over again... lots of relatives ( - sales). Oils just made me cry and hope the other classes I took, the side work I did for him, and mostly my dad's donation of about 400 lbs. of pigments would carry me through. Mr. Gadsby's set the bar even high than Mr. Anderson... thanks, so much. Beautiful work. Find a job you enjoy doing and you will never have to work a day in your life. I don't think Twain could throw a great pot over and over either. Everyone stay safe.

[@oceanezorea9439]

A teapot demands such a challenging balance, those are gorgeous as always!

[@floriangadsby]

They really are such difficult objects to make, I still always feel a bit apprehensive before setting out to make a batch but it does feel good once finally finishing all of them. Thanks for watching!

[@oceanezorea9439]

​@@floriangadsby I relate. I feel a bit mentally drained after a batch of teapots, but there is no better object to get out of the oven, let alone use. your new design really is beautiful. it has a bit of the vibe of the immortal teapots of Ulla Procopé for Arabia Finlandia.

[@FXFGamer]

Absolutely brilliant! Genius contemporary design that is sure to look great over time! Thank you for the deep dive into your craft!

[@chrisdotdash5154]

I love your work so much. As a student who loves ceramics, I can really learn so much from your work. Thanks.

[@floriangadsby]

Thank you very much - hearing that makes all the time spent making these so worthwhile.

[@hebamalik_]

Instant sub! I could literally watch artisans work for hours on end. Keep up the good work

[@floriangadsby]

Cheers! That really means a lot, thanks for subscribing!

[@sarahslade4391]

Beautiful work and beautiful videos! I learn so much every time I watch you work. I really appreciate all the time and energy you put into making your videos. Thank you for sharing!!!

[@floriangadsby]

Sarah, thank you again! The support really means such a lot, appreciate you watching as always 🙌🏼

[@ogi22]

It would be a pleasure to make a tea in such beautiful teapot. The more i watch such clips, the more appreciation i have for this beautiful craft. And realising that people thousands of years before me were creating such vessels for a tea i'm just having is amazing.I love my tea even more now, because with every sip i appreciate the mastery of people who made it possible for me to watch such videos and have a nice cup in my hand :D

[@samlenlap]

Even if you are not watching it just listening to you will create images in our mind Your narration is as brilliant as your pots So glad I came across artist like you Like if you feel the same

[@vinyleyezz]

Watching this is like meditation. So calming. 😊👍 Great video!

[@floriangadsby]

Cheers! Glad you liked it. 🙌🏼

[@Cry.For.Ukraine]

Thank you for posting these videos Florian. I always come away with new information that I can apply to my own pottery journey. Love from Canada!

[@floriangadsby]

So pleased you like them and thanks for taking your time to watch! All the best from the UK.

[@samuelharley_]

Fantastic Florian! These videos are getting better and better. The narration has been so helpful!

[@floriangadsby]

So pleased to hear that Samuel, thanks as always for watching!

[@janiceblair9558]

Such care and attention to detail taken with these teapots with beautiful results.

[@floriangadsby]

Too kind Janice, thank you so much for watching.

[@stephaniehicks285]

Thank you Florian - beautifully described as we watch you work. You make it look easy but it will be a long time before my pots get less wonky.

[@karlthepotter4228]

Thank you so much for these videos. I made a tea caddy for my son for Xmas, using your superb lid design. Took 3 goes but I got there in the end!

[@aditisulke]

Beautiful.. I watched the whole thing without skipping. In all your videos, listening to your narration is so very calming. I absolutely love your videos. Keep up the good work. Eager to see more unique designs from you.

[@nangrey7262]

Thank you so much for sharing your many years of experience. I really appreciate it. I always learn new practical ways of using the clay after watching your videos. I am excited to try to make a thrown tea pot.

[@thatoneidiotnamedme6990]

Never stop make tutorials! Your to good at it! 😃

[@jameslarson4092]

I love this channel. I did two hours of pottery every day in highschool and really enjoyed it. This is making me miss it a lot.

[@ronaldlogan3525]

best pottery video I have seen so far. Thank you so much !

[@lauren-dawn2082]

These are absolutely gorgeous ☺️ it was so lovely getting to see your whole process, thank you so much for sharing it ☺️

[@floriangadsby]

Thank you Lauren-Dawn, that's very kind of you to say, appreciate you taking the time to watch!

[@liveingprincess]

5:10 I loved the angle and lighting here! It was so pretty. Thank you for these videos they're so lovely to watch.

[@petergregorypottery5476]

Wonderful demonstration. Thank you so much for providing such a clear and intelligent explanation of your process, and for your attention to detail. It really was a joy to watch you at work. Wishing you the very best for Christmas and the New Year.

[@floriangadsby]

Thank you very much Peter! Wishing you all the best too and thanks as always for watching.

[@squisheybried1412]

I don’t do pottery at all but your videos are so calming it doesnt even matter :) they also sort of look like those exterminator things from dr who without the spout (in the best way possible) maybe one day ill have a whole collection of handmade pottery

[@mohammadrezakoochekiansabo7214]

You're great and talented artist. I love poets for daily use . The poets are more healthy than metals at home you encouraged me to have more poets at home .

[@pietrusso]

I have a handmade teapot and I appreciate it a lot more after watching this channel

[@floriangadsby]

That's wonderful to hear! Thanks for taking the time to watch.

[@janlewis9099]

Thank you. Your detailed demonstrations, description and explanation of each process was very inspiring. I want to brave it and make a teapot now, well perhaps after Christmas. Happy Christmas and have a well earned rest.

[@floriangadsby]

Thank you Jan! Best of the luck with them, they're good fun after the initial trepidation!

[@hellorodney]

WOW !!!!! what a great video,,, to just watch you work, on your own personal design was a real treat. im 70 now and i was a painter, i dont paint that much anymore,,, my mother feel and broke her hip, and i went to her to help and get her back up and going,,, in that process i took what turned out to be 2 semesters of ceramics at the local college.... WOW,,, IT WAS WONDERFUL,,, i realized, much too late that i had i to do it over again i would have used ceramics as my art form.... thank you again for your kind sharing,,,your design is beautiful and im sure very functional, something that painting can not really achieve. all the very best to you,,,rodney

[@Pandadancypant]

This is pleasant to watch I haven't turned clay in a very long time. It brings back good memories

[@melissachavez1837]

Thank you so much for sharing your making process! It is really inspiring, and helps me on my own journey with clay. Through watching your videos, I realize how incredibly important all the small details are, and how those details can make or break a pot.

[@mikeu5380]

Hello from northern Japan. I quite enjoyed watching your technique, and your humble aspect of delivery. And of course, your teapot design is very nice, as well. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@AkilahOsa]

Okay so you have bewitched me.😍🥰 I only clicked on this video to get a quick look off what this was about so I could save it and watch it later. But I haven't been able to even pause the video once.☺️ Your voice is so addictive 😌🎵🎶. I even subscribed without hesitation or a second thought.😅 I love how much attention to detail you invest in your craft. It really shows how much you are in love with your work.

[@fred_gwatkin]

Really enjoying the narrated series, Florian. Great work!

[@dbcoco]

I love your work, explanations, attitude, attentiveness. Thanks.

[@rodi505]

Sitting here on a snowy night in USA thinking I want one! Sold out! Lovely work.

[@floriangadsby]

I'll be updating my shop with some soon! Usually I would have done so sooner but I'm currently making work for an upcoming exhibition, which has delayed things a bit. And thank you too of course.

[@alphonsinelepitre1992]

Thank you for sharing your practice and knowledge

[@aap159]

Thank you for this informative and concise video, detailing the process as to be transferable to other designs. Joyous work!

[@mittikebartannirmata5814]

बड़े कमाल की बात हैं ना आंखें तालाब नही है लेकिन फिर भी भर आती हैं, और इंसान मौसम नही है फिर भी बदल जाता हैं..!! 🌼🦋┄┅══❁♥❁════┅🦋🌼 किसी की तारिफ करने के लिए जिगर चाहिए, बुराई तो बिना हुनर के किसी की भी की जा सकती हैं..!!

[@Dally_Sparkles]

motivational video. i'm not delicate enough. and it shows in my work

[@clifforddalton3067]

love your attention to details Florian :) Teapots are my fav thing to make. I always put a knob or similar on my lids as without, the lid can become too hot to handle.

[@sakurako517]

I just started my first teapot and found it so hard. Thank you for your sharing!

[@tombones847]

Excellent, generous instruction. Thank you. And from one whose kiln has gone down just before Christmas, a second thanks for cheering me up and getting me thinking about my own teapot design, rather than error e22!

[@floriangadsby]

Ahh, that sucks, I'm sorry to hear that. Kilns can be such a pain. Thanks for watching Tom, I hope you have a merry Christmas!

[@sposo]

So minimalist, love it!

[@peterstattaujakobsen2604]

Beautiful work and design

[@floriangadsby]

Many thanks Peter!

[@jhb1493]

Beautiful. Great to see a real craftsman create something useful and beautiful by hand. Greetings from Medicine Hat, home of Medalta Potteries!

[@altanab1761]

Very inspiring and informative as usual. Thank you Florian!

[@floriangadsby]

Thank you for taking the time to watch, it really means a lot.

[@timthompsondp]

Stunning. I love watching these.

[@somegeneralist]

Well I guess you got me into pottery - I'd like to join your course if you make one!

[@artdiscovery263]

Wonderful. I enjoyed gleaning ideas and techniques from your process. Thank you for a wonderfully crafted video.

[@janettewall8211]

Thank you for posting! Carefully watching as I make my own first teapot!

[@m00nbang]

Love everything about this video. Fantastic demo. Thank you!

[@ClownWhisper]

you're so good it makes me want to quit throwing altogether People think that I'm amazing but I don't have the consistency down Its very very frustrating

[@vodkabread]

same here! though im fairly new so i cant be too hard on myself!

[@teodormaslyankov2233]

Man you are awesome, please don't stop doing what you do

[@floriangadsby]

Thank you!

[@jlin592]

I was going to have ceramics class this year, but alas, COVID-19 changed my plans. I hope to be able to attend a class to learn more about pottery so that I can make such beautiful things too. I love your creations; they’re very lovely.

[@Madebyroe_]

Amazing video. I cant wait to apply these techniques. Also your voice is so relaxing :)

[@megguran]

I have yet to try my hands at throwing but I've always loved sculpting!! I've been following your instagram for quite some time and finding your youtube channel has been such a gift!! Your narrations are so poetic, and I felt like I've learned so much about ceramics in such a beautiful 23 minutes. I'm so inspired to learn and create thanks to your demonstration :) Your love and passion for ceramics shows through your process! thank you so much for sharing your passions with us :)

[@shivaji735]

This is meditation.. Excellent👍

[@uszatku9417]

That was so gorgeous to watch and listen to. They are beautiful.

[@floriangadsby]

Thank you very much!

[@ManasKumarPanigrahi]

Wow, Great work, Hats off to your craftsmanship 👍🔥❤️

[@TheTrap836]

Such an expertly crafted tea pot!

[@floriangadsby]

Thank you!

[@ehloe.]

I appreciate your thorough and detailed explanations and recommendations. Thank you for making your expertise accessible 🧡 - A Novice Potter

[@corysturgis6660]

Beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

[@Jayelle1963]

Thanks for posting narrated & ASMR versions. Watching with sound off is not as enjoyable. I am familiar with Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response - certain songs, passages of music, or those goofy wire scalp massagers trigger it for me, but rarely other sounds. ASMR tagged videos are an easy shortcut to locating content without voice (usually) that still have ambient sound. Ever reach a saturation point of listening to people talk? LOL Stress reduction without psychoactive substances or meds is difficult at times. Traditional focused meditation is also not an easy skill. Ambient sound plus interesting visual focus works. Grateful for the option to rewatch the narrated video later. I understand some do get the full-on ASMR experience from ambient sound and to them I say, *way to go* - those tingles are FUN! I'll keep coming back for my dose of calming, soothing, relaxing, peaceful, and chemical-free anxiety alleviation knowing your pleasant narration is optional. This is my long-winded way of calling you a healer. :)

[@heather9815]

Cheers for these tips -- I'm feeling inspired to start a few new teapot projects now!

[@floriangadsby]

Best of luck with them!

[@hubertringwald9699]

Beautiful! It is such a pleasure to look over your shoulder as you work. 🤗

[@floriangadsby]

Thanks very much Hubert! Glad to see you watching here still, I hope you're well!

[@hubertringwald9699]

@@floriangadsby I watch every one of your videos on this channel. :-)

[@bondfool]

I think that diddler looks like a better option for washing narrow dishes than a bottle brush.

[@floriangadsby]

It's an incredible tool, made all the better for it's fabulous name.

[@clayjewelrydiydiy3019]

So beautiful, this is an amazing artwork

[@floriangadsby]

Thanks very much!

[@carolynpearce4829]

Another awesome video.

[@Netty7787]

Incredible work

[@rachellefaroul172]

gorgeous! i appreciate the tips about maintaining shape while trimming. maybe i'll try to make this...

[@floriangadsby]

Good luck doing so! Thanks for taking the time to watch 🙌🏼

[@samuelharley_]

I ordered Bison turning tool like yours a few weeks ago and I am very eager to finally level up my trimming addiction!

[@floriangadsby]

Oh nice! They're wonderful things, can't be beat.

[@nastarandovar4223]

Amazing! And so generous in explaining everything. Thank you, and good luck with your work.

[@andre3693]

Really enjoying your videos, thanks for sharing !

[@bhagyashreegodbole7256]

Just felt soothing to watch this👍

[@erikaontivero2523]

great !!!! thanks for show us your process!

[@rogerward8047]

Your work is fantastic! Thanks for sharing.

[@QueenofMarigold]

He is so help full

[@michaelgadsby]

Best wishes and love from a fellow Gadsby ❤ this is beautiful

[@Gloubi06]

I love the style of your teapots. Hope to get one when available...

[@jayso4439]

Can you please do pottery narrations in a podcast form? Just like how you did here, without music. That would be so amazing to listen to while trying to relax and fall asleep

[@paladinahmadi3783]

this is very beautiful. thank you kind sir for sharing information

[@thatoneidiotnamedme6990]

Awesome tutorial....as always! 😉☺️

[@floriangadsby]

Cheers!

[@saqireallife5070]

Amazing ART Work. Really great ART work like clay master...Good

[@hectormorales4090]

Such a lovely video, and tea pots!

[@kenweb27]

This looks so good! I’ve made a teapot once and I cried sweat and tears. But I was so happy with the result. Quick question: Is it possible that the hole is at the teapot itself? Instead on the lid?

[@Agent001]

the hole in the pot instead of the lid is very clever! you could even incorporate it into the design, such as in a style line, or hide it under the handle. I don't see why this isnt possible, you would just have to be careful to place it somewhere where tea wont come out and burn the user.

[@Gloubi06]

Thanks for this! I didn't think it would be so long and difficult to create a teapot. Sadly you seem to be sold out on all the items in your online shop :-( I'll definitely check later!

[@ricklewis1337]

Beautiful!

[@ReapWhatYouSeauxLeJeune]

Beautiful work!! Enjoy the video...

[@kadensmike8190]

Excellent advice.

[@Rizeres]

I hope i get a chance to buy a teapot or any of your work really. Love your work.

[@floriangadsby]

Thank you! I should hopefully be having another shop update sometime in the spring.

[@Abyjan1]

Nice work