My studio didn't have a sink so I made... this?

How to manage a pottery studio without running water!? Buckets are fine for emptying out water, but what to do when I need to get water from a tap? I decided ceramics are the solution! In this video, I built a water resevoir that will act as a sink for my pottery studio. I've already been using it for a week, and it's already been so handy! What do you think... would you put something like this in your studio?
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[@emilyrose9143]

I love this so much! My studio also doesnt have a sink and im trying to figure it out and desperately need help! I may try to do something similar, but can i ask - Do you just always keep a bowl under your "handmade sink" now to catch the water? What do you do with the sediment water from that? Pour it back in or do you dump the top water and reclaim the sediment? Thank you!! X

[@PotterytothePeople]

Thanks for watching! I've been keeping a small bowl underneath to catch any drips but I don't ever just let the water flow (ie. washing tools). I am running the water into a bucket for cleaning or bowl for throwing and then the dirty water goes into my waste water systems: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKuTXmmLnbZ5Z80

[@darkplasmo7921]

i don't know how your studio is situated but you could use a garden hose to make a makeshift sink and drain it in to the ground if you want to install something more permanent it could be done in a weekend

[@makadoodledoo]

i would reccomend putting a silicone O ring around the faucet

[@jeanmartin6410]

@@PotterytothePeople

[@jesshill88]

Plumbers putty! Very cheap and easier to use than caulk, handles like clay. It’s typically used to secure sink drains.

[@PotterytothePeople]

Thanks for the tip!

[@sergioliberates]

This is the way

[@Elin.Noller]

Also silicone, the kind you use for aquariums

[@anitabellefeuille7362]

When I saw you put the stripe down the spigot hole I knew it was going to leak. The regular spigot has a washer that pushes against a flat surface, when you put that stripe there it was no longer a flat surface.

[@sashalute935]

This is so cool!

[@harriettwittert2020]

We use this faucet system in aquatics and ponds. VERY SIMPLE LEAK FIX: the fix is the brass piece that you first put INSIDE the pot--the flat collar (called a flange) that's attached to the short threaded pipe. Hardware store sells every size of gasket ( imagine a flat rubber donut); the gasket goes around the pipe and is seated snugly against the flange; the gasket SEALS the space between the /flange and the interior wall of the pot. You can also use a second gasket on the outside of the pot as needed. The walls of the pot can not be as flat as the machined flat hardware--the gaskets fill in the tiny gaps when you screw the inside and outside hardware portions together. Best of luck, Harriett

[@erinsekulic2926]

This piece is GORGEOUS!!! I love when you say, “it’s not even, but that’s fine.” Every time I throw a piece I try not to get upset when it’s not perfect because I’ve heard you say, “it’s made by hand and we want people to know that.” Thank you so much for being that little voice of reason in my head. Your videos help me so, so much! ❤🙏

[@PotterytothePeople]

I loved this comment so much I had to read it aloud to my partner 😭 it's an absolute honor to be the little voice in your head 🥰

[@ragnkja]

Flawless isn’t the same as perfect either. Perfectly handmade is never flawless.

[@sarahburt663]

....and I love when what you are working on doesn't quite work and you calmly come up with solutions to try. This is what comes into my head when I get frustrated and want to give up. Keep trying! There is a solution! Thank you! I love your videos!

[@tessabristow1383]

Use silicone like for baths or around sinks

[@PotterytothePeople]

Genius! I will try that if it starts leaking again... so far so good!

[@tjmarx]

You just need an actual bulk head instead of this threading extender. Buy the thing intended for this use case.

[@tjmarx]

@@Crux161 That is a thread extender, it is NOT a bulk head. A bulk head has seals on both ends and is designed to deal with curvatures. They have more substantial and complicated gaskets. Bulk heads do not need sealant, indeed trying to use sealant on a bulk head will compromise it. Silicone sealants have toxic additives, such as mold retardants, which leech. This makes them unsuitable for use in any circumstances where water which is used for drinking or hand washing will be stored in contact with the sealant for more than a few hours. Even 100,% silicone sealants will leech into the water and unless you're looking to develop cancer over the medium term should not be used where the water could be used for drinking. A bulk head has none of these issues and is the correct fitting for this usage case.

[@lechatbotte.]

I used a fitting with a washer on the inside and outside on a barrel when I was aiming a filter for my 3,000 gallon koi pond. A rubber gasket on both sides sandwiches the container edge between the two to prevent leaks. What’s she’s done here is similar to the old watercoolers that held the 5 gallon water jugs.

[@tjmarx]

@@lechatbotte. That's called a bulk head.

[@paulahein2417]

if the plumbers tape quits, you might try plumber's putty - it is used installing drains. Love your channel, thank you for your content!

[@suzieriederer9235]

Plumber's putty on top of the little gasket on the inside should definitely work. Love the entire piece! 😊

[@alans1816]

I think one of the reasons it's fun to make things is that you can make exactly what you want, even if it's the only one that exists. This looks perfect for you!

[@PotterytothePeople]

Exactly!!! 🙌🙌

[@TamarLitvot]

Weaver here, not a potter and I loved your video. There is something about creating your own useful item, making it both functional and appealing. Many of us weavers love to create some of our tools and jerry-rig solutions to problems we encounter. I really enjoyed watching you build your own water supply system. It works and it’s beautiful and fun!

[@Cre8tiveLifeJournal]

My husband is a plumber, electrician and carpenter, so I've learned a lot about these things. Which made this so funny for me, watching you trying to figure out why it was leaking and saying not to come to you for plumbing advice...... hahahaha!!!! That used to be ME!!!! I enjoy your transparency. Keep it up!! I love that piece btw!!

[@Fernandvinepottery]

A girl after my own heart! ❤ it’s not enough to just have something that functions. Has to be hand made and designed and functional beauty! Just makes your experience so much more satisfying and brings joy to a creators heart! Love this. Sadly I have a sink in my studio so I can’t justify making one for myself 😂. Plus I don’t have the balls to make something that large yet!

[@PotterytothePeople]

hahah thank you!! You can totally make something big though if you want to :D it's no different just heavier 😂😂

[@MarcioMouraNogueira]

Hi! Lovely to see how natural and expressive your experience was. Here in Brasil we have a habit to have a terracotta pot and we use it as water filter. Good pottery time.

[@PotterytothePeople]

yes ive heard if this tradition! so nice :)

[@brandydarling1]

I believe the word you’re looking for is cistern. Wonderful creation! Thanks for the video.

[@aleksandraalexander4506]

I’ve been using a water crock dispenser with 5 gallon water jug on top then placed on 2 cinderblocks butted against my utility sink where I put 5 gallon bucket underneath for the past 5 years. Yours looks beautiful. Well done.

[@jessabelle3796]

I'd guess the water was running out of the channels created by the stripes carved into it. Stopping them below and above the spigot connection point would probably have been enough for the gasket alone to seal, or, like you did, packing it with lots of material to fill in that gap. Looks great in the end, hope you get lots of utility out of it for years to come!

[@louisegogel7973]

Except the stripes are on the outside, not the inside of the vessel… it’s inside where it has to seal the best first.

[@danielajohnson177]

You crack me up! I so admire your grit and peaceful determination! I’m gonna go to my shed and kick some clay butt!😂 THANK YOU

[@DinoSarma]

I feel like the thicker clay was the right move, as it will insulate the water much more nicely than a thin little thing. The final piece is beautiful.

[@kjirstenboucher9682]

I love it! It's so creative and fun! I also see people recommending silicone sealant. If you do end up ever having to use it,...use 100% silicone sealant. And watch tutorials online to educate yourself on how to use it and get the best results. I would let it cure at least 24 hours or longer before filling your container with water. I have used it in fish tanks and fish decorations, and it really can work well.

[@PotterytothePeople]

thanks for the tips! 🙏🙏

[@broot7892]

The wall has a hole used for the faucet, the hole has holes on the top and bottom from the stripes you added, the faucet has a flat back making it flush against the wall of the water container, the holes are not flush, and the hole is already too big for the faucet. Leading to leaking through the stripe hole. Put silicone or a gasket on the hole to trap the water, leading to no leaks, not wraps in wraps in wraps of plumbers tape

[@goldcoasthorse100]

So impressed with this work. You've done an amazing job. Not only is it functional but it's absolutely beautiful . You should be very proud :)

[@LisaWilliams-vj2mu]

Girl, you did it!!! Love your piece and the joy you show for pottery!

[@eileenc5159]

I so appreciate you doing this video. I’m not good at the leaks and stuff but learned so much from you. Thank you so much. The pot is extraordinarily beautiful 😮

[@jillychandler]

I love what you have made! It not only looks amazing, but it works so well. What a lot of patience you have. xxx

[@amandahodgin9316]

I love that glaze! This is so nice and functional. The handle on the spigot even matches your towel 😊

[@PotterytothePeople]

yes haha you don't want to know how long I spent finding the perfect spigot haha

[@wascallywabbet]

I love this! What a cool idea and I love how real you are. Thank you !!

[@BackcountryMedia]

Wow🎉 so cool. I truly appreciate the problem solving aspect that was shown as well!

[@CookbooksonRepeat]

So much fun to see your thought processes and the aha moments when you light up! Great project! Keep ‘em coming. ❤

[@PotterytothePeople]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@ershad65]

This is very inspiring, thank you for sharing your thought.

[@nancyowings9270]

Amazing and very creative!! You just go for it every time and make it work out...its a wonderful creation...love

[@C1990]

Loved this! So great to see another artist at work. I really like your filming style.

[@Bulldude]

Came to this channel randomly but you have a great personality. This is my 2nd video in a row watching of you. Good work! I remember doing this in elementary school art class. Had so much fun making clay stuff. Made a few ashtrays for my mother back then lol. Still have them today! We are going back 22ish years!

[@user-cx4lh1co8x]

What a lovely piece!!! Thank you inspired us!! ❤❤❤❤

[@sarakate8204]

What a cool project! I loved watching you create this.

[@APITTSfurniture]

Thank you for sharing. This is an awesome video, I really enjoyed watching it and getting to understand a little about how a potter like you works.

[@TheMatthew393]

Beautiful project! Keep creating!

[@notawuss]

I love it. I love that you just designed it out of thin air and it worked!

[@Bringidon]

great.. i'll be checking out the table you mentioned, next.. thanks for the video :)

[@sarahohalloran6695]

I always loved that idea of making big stuff. Good for you. Very enjoyable to watch. Silicone might make a good seal if the plumbers tape fails.

[@lourdesmacdonald8580]

Love this! Came out so good!!

[@sammi-joreviews1135]

This project turned out wonderland! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 I can relate to hauling water. I’m using two huge jugs so I’ll have water in my studio. The jugs sit under my table until I need to heat water for throwing & cleaning up. The hot plate I use for it works okay. All I need is a small fridge for drinks, creamer, & possibly to store coffee pods. 😊

[@PotterytothePeople]

yess those potters who have running water in their studios don't know how blessed they are 😌😂

[@__-Michelle-__]

What a beautiful solution to a problem. I'm so inspired to do a pottery course watching these 😅

[@AudreyLynnStudios]

I LOVE IT! I NEED ONE! Thanks for the see-as-you-go tutorial. Immagonna try it! ❤

[@EsmereldaPea]

Beautiful water vessel! Here are some tips for a leak-free spigot: #1 - the decorative channel you made on the outside should have stopped before the hole. #2 - the purpose of "plumber's tape" is to lubricate the threads, not necessarily to prevent leaks (at least that's what a plumber told me) #3 - you need a gasket on the outside of the vessel as well to get the best seal (it will also protect the vessel from damage at the hole from the metal) #4 - multiple gaskets on the inside can help seal on curved surface #5 - be careful of how much you tighten the spigot as it can crack the vessel. #6 - plumber's putty might work, but not sure of its longevity and probably don't want to use it if you need potable water. #7 - for anyone attempting this - think about flattening out the area where the spigot will be installed both on the inside and the out. You can make it decorative - it doesn't need to be square or circular

[@louisegogel7973]

I was wondering why she made a stripe right through the hole area. But would the stripe being on the outside not have so much of an effect?

[@EsmereldaPea]

​@@louisegogel7973 - that's a good question. It might depend on how good of a seal she had on the inside.

[@Natalieleu]

I think it is absolutely awesome and gorgeous. I do not have a sink in my studio as well, I just might try to make one of those. Thank you for sharing.

[@gabrielvdenton]

Beautiful!

[@lisacridland8034]

This is a brilliant idea and I’m going to make one for my pottery shed! Silicone sealant is what you need!! 👍🏼

[@claremarsh300]

What a great idea for a project. Loved watching your process and I'm so envious of your skills. Another great video, thank you x

[@PotterytothePeople]

Thanks so much!

[@SigneofHorses]

What an awesome challenge and amazing build ❤

[@cindistanesic2188]

This is this first of your videos I’ve seen. Great job!

[@heidicash5897]

I would put that in my kitchen for drinking water. Love it!!

[@nava-8]

Incredibly amazing work ‏‪❤

[@SuzanneWho]

Great job! Really like the look. Interesting to watch the complete process. ❤️😎🐈‍⬛

[@sheep1ewe]

This is awesome!

[@akuabisa]

This was awesome!!!❤❤❤

[@julipolito7761]

Congratulations! It’s beautiful! 🎉🍰

[@riverriverchang5487]

this is beautiful!!!!!

[@KatieMakesStuff]

This is the first video of yours I've watched and I'm hooked! I don't do pottery but now I'm positive I need to buy all the supplies and make one of these for myself. SO good!!

[@PotterytothePeople]

hehe be careful pottery is SO addictive 😄

[@CliffordKintanar]

Love this project. My father used to tell me a story of when he was growing up here in the Philippines, when they kept drinking water in similar pots, but unglazed. The advantage of this, he said, was that some of the water would seep through and evaporate, pulling out heat from the jar, and cooling the water inside, keeping it refreshing for little boys who were playing in the heat of summer in the tropics in a time when refrigeration was not yet widespread in the boondocks. Nice job with this! Makes me interested in learning more about pottery.

[@francinemerry1860]

Very inspiring! A probable solution when I set up my pottery studio in the garden shed. Thanks for the demo

[@PotterytothePeople]

It wasn't hard at all! Just heavy haha

[@lorrainecliftonceramics]

Great project!

[@annafantastic1]

Beautiful. I love it

[@Skarande-1]

Its beautiful. And functional. A worthwhile project. Well done 👏 such a big water container, im stunned. It is really the size of your kiln. Congratulations with this wonderful piece of art.🎉

[@pmacasml]

Nice Job, thanks for sharing😊

[@jackiemorrison2661]

So cool!!

[@independentfashionvictim3687]

beautiful!

[@Mamasmovietime]

That is a beautiful piece.

[@Journal2Awakening]

Love it!!❤

[@Howulikethem23apples]

So beautiful 💗

[@user-eq2kr7bz5i]

THIS IS GORGEOUS omg

[@gingerplumcat]

love this. thank you

[@TenaciousWorkshop]

I love your solution to a “problem” you had! It looks fantastic and has given me an idea on how to accomplish my own solution to a similar water problem! Thank you for making and posting this! And I loved seeing your problem-solving during the making, too! Not being able to fire all the pieces together during bisque seems like a different kind of challenge! 😅

[@PotterytothePeople]

Thanks for watching!

[@miriambraun5209]

You are amazing 😊 wow, there is nothing you can not realize . I wish I were as good as you are!!! I love to warch you throw something wonderful.....😊 please keep on ging ❤

[@elisabethreeves1786]

The watering pot is great but your cistern just makes me smile.

[@kristalburns3490]

Ah she turned out beautiful!

[@tiwantiwaabibiman2603]

You just needed a food safe rubber "washer" that you see around the specket threads of glass decanters and some food choppers along with the plumber's tape. Also make sure when applying the plumber's tape that it's straight/smooth when winding around the threads. It shouldn't be bunched up or it won't work properly.

[@artshaman]

Very impressive build and problem solving! Congratulations and thank you for sharing! 👏👏👏🙌

[@PotterytothePeople]

Thank you very much!

[@Ramsharaja-cg2zn]

Very nice I simply love it...✨

[@chloeuntrau4588]

Love it!!!!!

[@lylajo]

😮so amazing

[@jayAAlves]

The toxicity of some of the comments makes me so sad. You are beautiful and a great artist! Loved the video ❤

[@christinbobo349]

Mia this is amazing, this is my favorite video. Absolutely love it you did a masterpiece ❤

[@PotterytothePeople]

Thank you so much!! 🥰

[@marialauramolina2262]

Sooo beautiful 🤩💖💐

[@BluecatOSD]

Hello good morning, I'm from Portugal and I'm a beginner in ceramics, which I love, since I discovered your channels I've always followed everything, I've learned a lot from you and I really appreciate everything you teach. keep it up. Thank you very much and by the way this piece is magnificent, congratulations.

[@PotterytothePeople]

thanks for the lovely comment! ❤️ from Germany

[@momadhis]

The Carving going through the spout hole. But congrats!!! It's is awesome work.

[@monicavonr9029]

Oh, that was beautiful, I want one too

[@sally1761]

Great Idea! I also have no water connected to my garage studio, fortunately I needed a new rainwater tank outside my garage/studio, so I got a slimline 2,000 litre water tank installed across the back of my studio and about to get a plumber to attach a tap on the inside back wall straight from the tank.

[@barbosberg]

Beautiful Bravo! Bravo!

[@denisenoble4010]

love it, wasn't sure when first the strips were vertical and you did the base stripes , round and round, can't think of the word!!?? , but when you put it together, is beautiful. Then when i saw the drip i found i didnt cry if i held my breath, and was i going blue from holding my breath Thank 'someone/ anyone' for Plummer's tape, praise be for the white stuff. Your face when there was no drip to be seen was priceless. I like your videos, because you are so passionate over what you do. you hide your feelings well but when you get that lightbulb moment and it all comes together, just brilliant . please keep potting, i will keep watching from afar, cant wait for the next one. stay safe stay well x

[@PotterytothePeople]

Thank you for this lovely comment! 🥰🥰 and for watching!

[@CraigsOverijse]

beautiful I would maybe have used silcon on the inside of the fitting to make it water tight but your solution also worked

[@kaiosobreira]

One thing that your project made me remember is a huge water filtration thing that is mostly used in south america. They look like those water dispensers you see in offices with the big jug. But theire made to sit on tables and countertops

[@nukuaceramicsbonaire]

Super Cool!!!

[@lisamartin3853]

This is so great! And not what this vid is about but your lamp in the background is just so cozy and cute!

[@PotterytothePeople]

Thank you! I have a video making that too :)

[@TheBobCupcake]

This is so exciting! I want to make one now. My grandma had a ceramic water filter that looked like this. I'm going to do more research 🤓

[@PotterytothePeople]

It was such a blast to make :D Thanks for watching!

[@stephane3732]

Great ! I had the same idea without daring to realize it. I'm thinking of making a template to make a rope jar but coil is a good alternative. makes me want to try it, thank you

[@DivineDianne]

This turned out really well. The stripes gave it giant pumpkin vibes. Lovely!

[@danaology.]

Mia!! This is amazing! Reminds me of those big ceramic water filters

[@PotterytothePeople]

thank you!!

[@carriefrost3552]

Great job! Silicone might work for sealing as well.

[@kericraike6790]

Great job! I love it. When I saw you scoring the line through the hole for the tap, I thought uh oh it's gonna leak lol

[@gwentan6776]

Looks huge and solid! If the fitting does start leaking again, you can try silicone sealant to give it a better seal

[@EsmereldaPea]

If you are also using the water to drink, make sure it's rated for potable use.

[@RCake]

Very useful piece, turned out beautifully. For the next one: if you do not glaze it(or only partially), it will have an automatic evaporation cooling feature.