How to Choose Pottery Clay - A Beginners Guide

[@MOLRobocop]

Thanks!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you for your support 😊

[@cantthinkofnameyeah7249]

What clay do you recommend is best for someone trying to make custom solid objects with a normal kitchen oven?

[@PotteryCrafters]

Polymer clay is made to use in the kitchen oven. The kitchen oven will not reach the temuratures needed for regular clay. The clay will be too brittle. Plus the fumes emitted from the clay around 500 degrees are not good to breath in. That is why a kiln needs to in a separate ventilated area. 😊

[@cantthinkofnameyeah7249]

@@PotteryCrafters Thank you sooooo much, help from people so generous with their knowledge will let me help others in the future!

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are most welcome. If you have anymore questions feel free to ask. 😊

[@evelynlamoy8483]

I really like the feeling of throwing with a nice heavy grog in the clay. It stings a bit but my hands feel so soft and smooth afterwards.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Yes there are potters that do like it. It is great when you don't mind the grog because your clay can stay up longer. Thanks for sharing! 😊

[@angelbedi4976]

So calming and informative thank you

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it!😍

[@anneschleining3672]

I am not seeing your show notes? What am I missing?

[@josueherrera2941]

Indeed

[@RNGETheArtist]

Your voice is SO soothing!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you! 😊

[@ariwon3582]

I appreciate how pleasantly you speak. Great information for me too. Thank you!

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are so welcome 😊 Glad to help you on your pottery crafting journey.

[@chellegriggs]

I'm an infant in pottery..loving your channel, very informative...Much respect...

[@PotteryCrafters]

That is Awesome! Welcome to the world of pottery crafting. 😊 Glad to help you on your journey. Thank you so much. 😍

[@Mark-cs4xw]

Thank you so much for this tutorial!!!! The stoneware clay is definitely the one I'm going to be working!!! Also I absolutely love how your face lit up when you showed all the pieces you made with it!!!🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@PotteryCrafters]

Awesome Mark! Thank you! I think you will like the results of stoneware. It's such a nice clay body that is very durable. 😍

[@cheekurivedashwini5955]

This video is so helpful any one understand easily about clay you are such an amazing person 🥰

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you so much. I found that choosing clay, especially for beginners, can be confusing, so I tried to make it as simple as I could. I'm so glad it helped. 💖

[@jowoodcock5640]

I am an art teacher and know my basics but this summer I'm going to be the "kiln tech" for an art camp so I'm trying to "buff" up on my clay knowledge. You have some very informative videos! Thanks!!!!

[@PotteryCrafters]

WOW, that's great!!! Thank you, Jo.😍 Did you see my kiln questions video where I answer basic beginner questions? If not here's a link for you kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKXHpXV7rbOjp7s It may help. 😊

[@RhondaSieber]

You are so enjoying to watch and so helpful in getting started. You’re the first video I watched after I discovered that my 11 year old granddaughter mentioned she has an interest in making pottery. Will be watching more of you. Thank you. Rhonda Wisconsin

[@PotteryCrafters]

Hi Rhonda. I'm from Wisconsin! Thank you so much. That is most wonderful to hear. I'm glad I help her on her pottery crafting journey. If you don't have it yet, here is the link to all my videos www.youtube.com/@PotteryCrafters/videos Over a hundred for her to choose from. 💖

[@suzannepoirier5489]

Thanks Marie! You teach in a very thorough way that is easy to understand. This novice potter appreciates you!

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are so welcome! Glad it is helpful for you Suzanne 👍😊

[@Bbhappy21]

This clip is perfect! I’m hesitating to choose the clay! I love to try all but lazy to do deep cleaning!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you I'm glad it was helpful. It's fun to try different clays but much easier to stick with the one that works the best for your needs. For throwing I love this A Mix clay geni.us/hZeg 😊

[@AlitaCc]

I started sculpting and bought clay mindlessly which resulted in the failures of a lot of projects I was really proud of, it’s been hard for me to fine good clay and this guide helps a lot, so thank you a million times+!

[@PotteryCrafters]

That is Great to hear! There are so many different clays out there. Glad I could help you find the right one for you. 😍

[@stephenbochicchio9351]

Thank you. I feel like I have a jumping off place. My wife got me a wheel for Christmas and I am having a blast. This video really helped me in understanding my next purchase of clay.

[@jacintasimpson1719]

Thank you for the time you take to share with us all. I have a much now.

[@PotteryCrafters]

So nice of you. That is great to hear! 😊

[@nlellison99]

This is so helpful as someone trying to get a start in pottery

[@PotteryCrafters]

Glad to help. Welcome to the wonderful world of crafting pottery. Here is a link where you have over 100 helpful videos to choose from. www.youtube.com/@PotteryCrafters/videos

[@paintandpotterybymangala]

Love your channel .You are so generous and humble.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you so much! Glad to help 😍

[@Vaultgirl27]

You are adorable. I love how happy you are to teach us and show off your works. 🥰

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you so much! 💖

[@laciehalstenson5722]

Your calming voice makes it very easy to soak in the info.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Wow, thank you very much Lacie. That is wonderful to hear.

[@suziehart6581]

You are a delight. Thank you.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you Suzie! 😍

[@soulak6332]

Thank you for the clarity

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are so welcome, glad to help 😊

[@oldeworldsoapshoppe]

Thank you so very much for this beautifully put together video. This was much needed and helpful. ❤️

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are so welcome! Glad it is helpful. 😊💖

[@flygirl244]

Thanks so much for helping me understand (beginner here) - ALSO - I need to say your voice is beautiful!!! Your pottery is also lovely ♥

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are so welcome Flygirl. Welcome to the wonderful world of crafting pottery 💖

[@edgrigsby8610]

I wish I would have seen your video before I bought my first 10 lbs of clay. I'm not sure what it is, ( earthenware, stoneware etc). It's a white low fire. Oh well. Now I know. I plan on hand building, pinch pots and such, then move up to throwing on a wheel. Glad I found your channel! Most informative I've seen!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thanks, Ed. Welcome to the wonderful world of crafting pottery. Pottery making can be complicated. I try to make it as easy as I can for beginner potters to understand. 😊 I have a list of over 100 videos to choose from. Here is the link for you to check them out. kzbin.infovideos

[@cn5803]

I needed you today and searching about clay you came upon. Thank you for your videos. ❤️ Love your calmness and the way you explain things. Thank YOU

[@PotteryCrafters]

That is most Wonderful! Thank you Carla 😍 Glad I can be helpful.

[@patriciakoenig3966]

For so long I have watched your videos you really break it all down I have learned so much your the best.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@thekitchenprescription1821]

Marie, your videos are all so informative and helpful. Thanks for sharing your pottery/ceramics knowledge. I just ordered my very first kiln after dabbling in pottery the last couple of years by purchasing a table top Aspire pottery wheel and taking a few courses at local pottery studio. Most of what I've learned however, has been hands on, watching videos like yours and others. So I'm very appreciative of the time it takes you to film, edit, and teach us all. It's a lot of work but please know I'm grateful and have supported your channel by purchasing a few pottery tools and supplies. Thanks again and "stay dirty."

[@PotteryCrafters]

Wow that's great! Congratulations on your first kiln. 😍 Thank you so much for sharing. How do you like your Aspire Wheel? Thank you very much for your support💖 In case you havn't seen it yet I do have a video on 21 questions that beginners kiln users have asked that maybe helpful kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKXHpXV7rbOjp7s Let's stay dirty ✋🤚

[@thekitchenprescription1821]

Yes, I did watch your video before I even purchased my kiln and in fact purchased the KMT 818. I love my Aspire wheel. Perfect for me because I have very little room where we live to make pottery. I fight for space with my boyfriend in our Florida garage. I make my pottery outside on our back patio and I love that the mess stays outside. The kiln is going in the garage however. Thanks again. Look forward to watching many more of your videos.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Good choice on the Kiln 😁 I love mine. Prefect size so you don't have to make alot to fire it up. Plus it uses less energy. It's great to be able to create outside and it is a plus for less clay dust indoors 😊

[@angelbaby1811]

Great video for beginners like me. Thx

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you. Glad it was helpful!

[@gwargumm9511]

Good information for me a beginner.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you. Welcome to the wonderful world of crafting pottery. 😊

[@havingfunxd]

Just found your channel, thank you a lot for very informative and calming videos! They are just awesome!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you so much!😍 I know how much fun and confusing pottery making can be for beginners. So glad to help take some confusion away to add more fun to the art. 😊

[@tayebashimul4099]

Thanks mam! I am from Bangladesh... I just saw your video for the first time today. You explain very well. I have never taken a class on clay. What I am learning is learning from KZbin. I want to learn from you. Will you help me?Your vedio is so helpful for me...

[@PotteryCrafters]

That is Great. Welcome to the wonderful world of creating pottery! Here are all my videos you can choose from. www.youtube.com/@PotteryCrafters/videos Also, For any information you may want to learn about, you can look up potterycrafters.com, then go to the search box, type in what you are looking for, and hit the search button 🔍. Happy to help! 😊

[@Rarepress]

So helpful. Thank you!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you 😊

[@minkakau]

I've been doing stoneware sculptures without knowing how to kiln it... Very helpful, thank you!!

[@PotteryCrafters]

That is great! Happy to help 😍

[@rahmonesending9321]

Wow very nice 👍 Thank you 💕 l love you my teacher

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are welcome 😊 Thank you so much Rahmone 😍

[@devanhaseejiram2709]

Thank you very much, this was really helpful.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you Devanha. Glad it helped! 😊

[@stutaylor1722]

Thanks so much Marie, for another great tutorial. I need to refresh my skills after having a 30 year break from ceramics and your happy, relaxed style is a pleasure to watch.

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are so welcome! It's like riding a bike. With a little help, you will be crafting some beautiful pottery soon. 😊

[@suepetty6225]

Enjoyed the video. Very informative. I am a beginner and need all of the help I can get. Thankyou!!!!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Glad it was helpful! Welcome to the wonderful world of crafting pottery Sue 😊

[@AllanRisk]

This was very helpful, thank you very much! I am interested in making some ovenware. In particular, I’d love to make a cassole, the traditional shaped dish used for making cassoulet. Are there any considerations for choosing clay to make this kind of thing? The ones you see for sale online appear to be made from earthenware, but as you say in this video, that’s potentially a difficult clay to work with when it comes to firing, especially if you’re using someone else’s kiln.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Hi Allan. That is a very good question. Yes, Earthenware is popular, and you must be careful not to overfire. I have potter friends that make casserole dishes with earthenware and stoneware. Just make sure your clay has grog in it. The key is to make sure you heat the casserole dish with the oven. It's the sudden heat that will crack your dish. Also, keep in mind that all of these clays can reach temperatures over 1000 degrees in the kiln. If you don't want to use earthenware, this is a good clay to use geni.us/pDm6Qpb and you don't have to fire to cone 10. I use this clay for Raku firing because it can handle thermo shock really well. 😊

[@AllanRisk]

@@PotteryCrafters Many thanks for your reply! I really enjoy your videos ... you're very clear and you cover topics I am interested in.

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are most welcome Allan. I'm glad they're helpful.

[@johnesaling]

Thankyou so much for posting your video. Your voice is so calming, which makes it easier to learn & to enjoy. Your video is also very informative! My daughter & I want to better our crafts experiences. We also want to learn more about painting.

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are so welcome! That is wonderful. I'm glad I can help you on your pottery crafting journey. There are so many things you can do with clay and many more ways to decorate. 😍

[@3arendel]

Very interesting! Lovely video

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you 😊

[@bdavarpa1]

very informative thanks

[@PotteryCrafters]

Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@unkiejubjub]

So so good ! Love your videos

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you so much!! 😊

[@mehrnazpakdel7125]

A well-prepared informative true beginner video! Will definitely come back for more

[@PotteryCrafters]

Awesome, thank you Mehrnaz. I knew if I made it too complicated newbies would get lost. I sure did when I started working with clay. 😊

[@theflaneur6663]

Very informative video. Thank you so much for all of your knowledge, I am so glad to have found your channel. You are amazing! :)

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you very much. Glad to help you on your pottery crafting journey.

[@thelgiasis]

Thank you Marie! All this is very useful for someone who starts just now!

[@PotteryCrafters]

You're so welcome! There are so many clay bodies to choose from I tried to make it as simple as I could. Otherwise, it can get confessing, especially when you are starting out. 😍

[@thelgiasis]

🙂🙏🌺

[@brianmitchell132]

Another great video. I started with earthenware because that's what the school had. Then moved to stoneware because I started throwing outside of school and the pottery studio that fired my work only fired to cone 5/6. Now that I'm about to get my own kiln, it's nice to visit this again and really think about what clay is best for what I wish to make.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Your own kiln! That is great Brian😀 I'll bet you're excited. This opens up a whole world in pottery crafting for you. Glad I can help with your clay selection. 😊

[@SairaSaadTheNikonGirl]

Hi there very beautiful n well described, I just want to ask you a question if you can reply, I have a mini wheel I want to use porcelain clay on it for throw mini pottery vases or bowls etc, I don’t have kiln I wana use it because of its smooth buttery texture to make thin neck vases and also fat bottom vases, if I use porcelain clay and make mini pottery and after its dried I paint it with acrylic or ceramic colors follow be gloss varnish will the porcelain pottery stay stable since I don’t have kiln so I won’t be able to fire it, I just wana showcase it and put on the rack for decoration ie mini porcelain pottery, plx advise if it will remain solid this way I mean porcelain pottery and I don’t mind even if it won’t be functional plx reply thanks alot

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you. That is a very good question. I know what you mean, I also love to throw porcelain clay. I would not recommend using it if you don't have a kiln. It is way too fragile. I would recommend using Amaco STONEX air-dry clay. I think you will like throwing with this clay. It felt like porcelain when I was throwing it. This clay will suit your purpose much better. Here is a video where I test out 3 different air-dry clays on the wheel. Here is the link for you kzbin.info/www/bejne/n33XZaGngdCIp9k Here is the link for the clay geni.us/0mLDVtf It sounds like a cool project. All the best to you 😊👍

[@zebarizvi9393]

That voice :) is was an absolute pleasure

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you Zeba 😊

[@Erica-yr3gf]

Perfection. Thank you Marie.😊🌺💕🙏🏻🌿🌎💕🇺🇦☮️💕

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are so welcome Erica😊

[@maryjeanallen6189]

Fantastic, clear video! Thanks SO much! My kiln is supposed to arrive late Dec. and I cannot wait to try out all the things I've learned from you. Marie, I am continuously grateful for all your fabulous videos, your informative website, and I am so grateful and inspired by your wonderful "If I can do this, then so can you" approach to ceramics!

[@PotteryCrafters]

So happy for you! You get to fire up before the year is out 💖 I love the line (If I can do this, then so can you) that is so true. So glad I could help make your pottery making journey more fun and easy 😍

[@Goodday-nm7zp]

extremely informative thank you

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are very welcome. Glad it was helpful!

[@md.moinulislam9467]

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[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you very much 😊

[@wonakonful]

Thank you, very informative

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are most welcome 😊 Glad it was helpful!

[@maryanearaujo7369]

Hello Marie! I have a question: I have a clay that says 1020 Celsius as perfect temperature. Is it ok to make dinnerware with it? I will glaze it later

[@PotteryCrafters]

Hi Mary. 1020 Celsius is a little over cone 06. If you fire it with a low-fire, food-safe glaze, you could use it for dinnerware. However, it is important to know that this clay will not be verified, and the clay is not as chip resistant and should be hand washed. 😊

[@wonderterror1541]

You have a very smooth and nice voice

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you very much 😊

[@stephym179]

Thanks so much for the vidoe! So helpful. With the stoneware do you need to go all the way to come 5/6. If I have a low fire clay to 04, can I just do the glaze fire at 04? Or do I need to get a low fire clay for low fire glaze. If that makes sense. Thanks again! Your videos are wonderful

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you. Good question. No you don't have to. I use a high fire stoneware clay for low fire raku. You can use a high fire clay with low fire glaze. just make sure they they expand and contract together in the kiln. It is best to test fire first. 😊

[@christinecook5547]

great video - thanks, Marie! I'm currently using terracotta and my husband is making a few pieces with it, too. I'm right in that it's a low-fire clay and I'll need low-fire glazes to go with this clay body rather than use my usual Amaco Potter's Choice? Thanks for all the info in your videos!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Hi Christine. You are most welcome. Yes, true terracotta clay is fired around 1,000 °C (1,830 °F) Cone 06. If you are using true terracotta clay, I would not use Potters Choice. There are very few Terracotta clays that can be fired higher. Sometimes they will use the word terracotta to describe the clay color because of the iron content. Can you check the label on your clay? 😊

[@parvanehzameni1]

You are amazing, thank you so much dear .🙏😍💐

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you 😍 So glad to help you on your pottery making journy.

[@mispole4pole]

Hi I have been given some clay. I have no idea if its stoneware or earthenware. Is there a way of telling please? The woman that gifted me the clay mainly did sculptures. I’m brand new to pottery. Done a course for 10 weeks. Is it best i just use this clay to practise and don’t fire it? Then purchase clay to actually finally fire? I’m so new that I’m worried of doing things wrong if that makes sense. I love all your videos, thank you for making them

[@PotteryCrafters]

Welcome to the wonderful world of crafting pottery. You can mold a small amount of clay, place it on a cookie, and fire it to cone 5. There is a picture of pottery that was earthenware fired to cone 6. The clay melted. Here is the link with the picture. potterycrafters.com/best-pottery-clay-for-beginners/ You can also just fire the clay to cone 04 and treat it as earthenware. If it is not, the clay will turn out porus like earthenware anyway. If you are not familiar with cookies, here is a link for you potterycrafters.com/how-to-make-kiln-cookies/ 😊

[@Iiimeqigong]

Hi I am new here. And also new in The pottery maling World 😀👍 just watch the video about glazing and it was really good and useful. You have a really nice way to explain the process. Thanks so much 🙏 Love ❤️ and light to you and all other in this amazing creative journey 🌞❤️

[@PotteryCrafters]

Awesome! Thank you! Welcome to the wonderful world of pottery crafting. 💖 In case you don't know, here are over 100 videos for you to choose from to help you on your creating journey. Here is the link for you www.youtube.com/@PotteryCrafters/videos 😊 Let's stay dirty.

[@Iiimeqigong]

@@PotteryCrafters waw that’s awesome 👏 🙏🙏👍😀can’t wait to start😀I have already learned so much just watching a few videos 🌞👍

[@PotteryCrafters]

Great to hear. If you have any questions feel free to ask. 😊

[@lynnt5859]

I absolutely love porcelain! However, I have switched over to the Standard 257 and have found it to be a lot more forgiving. You are so correct in mentioning that it absorbs water quickly, I have found that after coning, it's best if I throw with as little water as possible, I only wet my fingertips or if totally necessary, I'll wet my hands and add water to the clay that way. It's so important with porcelain not to overwork the clay.

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are so right, Lynn 😍 Thank you for sharing. I love the Porcelain too, but the Stoneware clays with no grog are still nice and smooth and more forgiving. 😃

[@whitzala]

You’re the best!!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you so Much!!! 😍

[@haphazardlymaed1486]

Hi, Marie! I'm very interested in trying out pottery making! Thanks for sharing this. Very informative!

[@PotteryCrafters]

That's great to hear! There so many things you can create with clay. Let me know when you start 😍

[@haphazardlymaed1486]

@@PotteryCrafters I just realized that i'd be needing a kiln 🥺 i thought i'd only have to invest in a pottery wheel. Are there small kilns? Also, I live in the highlands where it's usually cold and rainy. Is the climate okay with pottery making?

[@PotteryCrafters]

The Highlands. Wow, that is nice. 😍 Yes, they do sell smaller kilns and the climate is fine. It will just take longer for your pottery to dry. 😊

[@amigoluvmille]

Thank you so much for a great and informative video 🙂 however you never told at what temperature to glaze fire the glaze fire Stoneware .

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you. That is a good question. It is best to choose a glaze that is the same firing or (cone) temperature as the the clay you using.

[@tanyaparker-callsign.kk7ic238]

Great video the electrician came out and got the outlets up and running. Now we’re watching videos to lea . I did research the different types of clays we purchased last year we got raku, klamath yellow red, vashon buff and alpine white to name a few. Never thought until this video when we started with the Klamath yellow to make decorations on the wheel the grog. Again thanks for sharing and enjoy learning 🥰👍🏾✈️💕💕💕✈️👍🏾🥰

[@PotteryCrafters]

That's great Tanya! So excited for you. If you have any questions feel free to ask 😊

[@jocarson5310]

I received some Amaco 46 buff clay today and the clay bag was folded over with no rubber band. Is this the way it is always packaged, or it because I bought it on Amazon?

[@PotteryCrafters]

That is an important question. Yes, that is the way Amaco packages their clay. 😊👍

[@jonathanmichael4579]

You’re like the lady version of Bob Ross… I love you ❤

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you Jonathan 😊

[@tonimagery]

Great info. Which type of clay do you recommend using to create Bonsai pots?

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you. Good question. You can use either earthenware or stoneware clay. Some potters will glaze the inside to extend the life of the planter. While other potters choose not to and use earthenware because it is more porous and helps absorb the moisture in the dirt. 😊

[@specter1650]

Do these clays have to go in a kiln to harden or can they be baked in an oven?? I’m also wondering if the glaze can be baked in an oven instead of a kiln to harden? I am planning on sculpting life size skulls and other things and need any suggestions on cheap, plentiful and beginner friendly clays that I can bake in an oven ☺️.

[@PotteryCrafters]

That sounds pretty cool. Unfortunately pottery clay needs to be fired to at least 1800 degrees in a kiln. You can how ever use Amaco stonex air dry clay. You can color with acrylic paints, sealant. Here are the links for you to check out. Clay geni.us/0mLDVtf paint geni.us/4ExvbxP sealer geni.us/Ts7O

[@laoganma6612]

what’s the difference between mid fire and high fire? also, how would one go about finding what glaze works best to use on stoneware? i’m trying to learn pottery at home, and find your videos so helpful and calming!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you 😍 Good question. Cone 10 vitrifies the clay more than cone 5. Example - Amaco 46 buff clay the Absorption for Cone 5 is, 1.8%; and Cone 10 is, 0%. Many potters like to fire at cone 5 or 6 because you have more glazes to choose from and the glaze will vitrify your pottery or make it waterproof. Plus you use less energy in your kiln.

[@mohiniprakash]

Hope you are well. Please do a session on making and using oxide washes on stoneware pieces. Thank you

[@PotteryCrafters]

I'm doing well thank you very much 😊 I haven't worked with oxide washes much, but I will put it on the list. Thank you for the suggestion. 😀

[@sabrinamariani8323]

Wonderful video.i m Italian and I pefectly understand your words. I m a beginner,can you recommend me a good stoneware for wheel throwing at low or medium temperature? Thank you.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you Sabrina 😍 This is a really good med fire-throwing clay. geni.us/AmacoStoneware46Buff If you like low fire this stoneware 25 is also good geni.us/Lq3K

[@DesignEcologies]

Thank you

[@PotteryCrafters]

You're most Welcome

[@SailingTrio]

Hi, thank you so much! I wonder which clay show I use to make a squirting device (for plant seeds)? And is there a clay type you don’t need to fire afterwards at all? Thank you 🙏🏻

[@PotteryCrafters]

You are most welcome. Unfortunately there is no clay you can use that doesn't require firing if you are using water in it. No air dry or polymer clay is waterproof. I would recommend this clay for your squirting device. Here is the link for you. geni.us/hZeg hope this helps 😊

[@SailingTrio]

@@PotteryCrafters thank you so much!

[@talykaarass2764]

thanks so much

[@PotteryCrafters]

You're welcome Taly. Choosing clay especially for beginners can get complicated. I wanted to help simplify it. 👍

[@toniok1490]

I love this video🙌🤗 was very informative for 10 min.👏 That been said I am looking to make flutes and ocarinas, what is the best material recommended for such a task? Will stoneware be the best choice? Thank you so much.😇

[@PotteryCrafters]

Glad it was helpful! Yes you are right. Stoneware would be the best choice 😍

[@toniok1490]

@@PotteryCrafters THANK YOU so much for the fast response.😇🙏

[@tuchiramirez5038]

Hello Marie 😊 Here Tuchi Ramirez, beginner potter.. I would like to ask you an important question, out of the clay choice subject. Which is your favorite wax resit brand that you can recommend to me? Thank you for your help!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Hi Tuchi I like Amaco Wax Resist. Here is the link for you. geni.us/7c2XIG

[@tuchiramirez5038]

Marie, you are the best! Thank you very much. Have an awesome Sunday

[@reba68]

What clay and glazes are good for making oven-safe items? Casserole dishes, pie plates etc. Also what glazes are safe for oven safe items? Will try looking for another video of yours! They've been very helpful thank you

[@PotteryCrafters]

Good Question. All clays and glazes are heated to very high temperatures, over 1700 degrees F. (700 degrees C) which is why most clays are fine for ovenware. You only need to be careful with heating them too fast to avoid thermal shock. Never place pottery in a heated oven. Always heat the pottery with the oven. 😊

[@reba68]

@@PotteryCrafters thanks so much!

[@PotteryCrafters]

I do have over 100 videos if you do like to check them out and see if any may interest you. Here is the link to them kzbin.infovideos 😊

[@dragonballz2410]

Can you use stoneware to make figurines? Also how do you heat it up to harden it? Can you use an oven at home or portable heater? Your voice is soothing.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you. 😊 Good question. Yes, you can use stoneware but porcelain is better. You would need a kiln to harden the clay and apply glaze. Or you can use air dry clay. air dry clay is good for figurines if you didn't have access to a kiln yet, but it's not as durable. I did a video on 3 air dry clays tested on the wheel. Here's the link if you want to check it out kzbin.info/www/bejne/n33XZaGngdCIp9k

[@andrewmurugami8700]

I really appreciate this video. How do I differentiate between earthward and stoneware clay physically?.

[@PotteryCrafters]

That is a very good question. Because there are so many similarities between earthenware and stoneware clays in the greenware state it is very hard to tell the difference. The biggest difference is in the firing temperature. That's why it is very important that your clay is labeled. If it is not labeled you need to test-fire the clay. Starting at cone 04 then cone 5. If the clay doesn't bubble or deform it is stoneware clay. 😊

[@artisanarts2045]

Such a Great Help... Thank you! I do have a question... I would like to hand build small dish/bowls and also sculpt small detail for the outsides of the vessels. I like the look of a porcelain clay. I'm not a big fan of texture in the clay (grog). Do you think the 213 porcelain would work for that? TIA

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you 😍 I'm not a fan of grog either 😊 Yes the 213 porcelain will work fine for that. Just make sure you dry the clay slowly and evenly. Tent it for a least 2 days 😀 If you haven't seen it yet -This 21 clay questions video may help also kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWTRiquZlLGVobs

[@debrasaas3939]

What clay is closest to the one called craft crank clay sold in the uk? Or what is the best clay to make poppy heads that will stay outside all year ?

[@PotteryCrafters]

It is hard to pick a clay that is closest to Crank Clay because of their unique process of adding grog and still making it smooth and plastic with a low shrinkage rate. For a smooth plastic high fire clay, I would recommend #46 buff here is the link for you to check out. geni.us/AmacoStoneware46Buff For an outdoor clay, I would recommend #48 with grog geni.us/7ZXR 😊

[@LeochannelTV]

Hi! Thank you so much for your content, this video was so useful! I would like to give you a suggestion, which is to use some royalty free music in the background of your videos, to make them more engaging! That way, there are no awkward silences and the video feels more welcoming. Keep the good content!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you so much😊 And thank you for the suggestion. 😍 I do have music but play it more when I'm not talking as much.

[@SassieNewf]

I respectfully disagree. I despise music playing while I'm trying to listen to someone talk and take in what they're saying, and know that many crafters of all types feel the same way. To each their own, but I wouldn't suggest something that more often than not, people complain about in the comments.

[@yesjared950]

I am working on a watch company and i was wondering is there a porcelain you recommend?

[@PotteryCrafters]

Standard Porcelain Clay 213 is pretty good for the price. It is formulated to fire to Cone 6. Has a shrinkage rate of 12% and an absorption rate of 2%. Here is the link for you geni.us/BPozS Note: it is not a true porcelain that fires to cone 10, so if you are interested in that, let me know.

[@yesjared950]

@@PotteryCrafters thank you for your help,and yes i am interested in cone 10!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Aardvark Clay's Coleman Porcelain www.aardvarkclay.com/products.php?cat=27

[@jessl1631]

Hi, if I may make a suggestion, could you cover the basics for glazing for beginners in future? Would be awesome

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thanks for asking.😍 I just put this video out. 21 Tips for Brush Glazing kzbin.info/www/bejne/aICyiHaVp8x9hNE It also applies to other ways of glazing. 😊

[@SairaSaadTheNikonGirl]

I wana purchase stoneware clay , can I use my regular oven for baking the pottery my oven temperature is 390 C , and will i be able to glaze it plx reply?

[@PotteryCrafters]

Very good question 😊 Unfortunately you can't use the oven. You would have to use a kiln to vitrify the clay and glaze reaching temperatures of from around 1000 to 1200 degrees Celsius. If you don't have access to a kiln yet you can use air dry clay and paint then apply a sealant. it would not be food-safe so you can only make things you wouldn't use for food or drinks. 👍 You can check this video out where I'm using air dry clay on the pottery wheel. Here is the link for you. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n33XZaGngdCIp9k

[@SairaSaadTheNikonGirl]

@@PotteryCrafters thanks alot actually I am using air dry clay already wanted to make food safe pottery for my food photography and food videography purposes Well I hope to get all the stuff soon In sha Allah Your way of explaining is amazing stay blessed your video is also so cool to watch, the way you talk is soothing 😻

[@vinayiindian]

Good work.. How long do I have to fire after I reach 1062 degree celsius. Thanks in advance

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you 😊 1062 C is cone 04 so that would be a bisque fire. Once the temperature hits 1062 the kiln will shut down and start cooling down. 😊

[@JetcannonM]

hell yeah dude

[@thefountain6634]

What type of clay is waterproof after drying without adding anything

[@PotteryCrafters]

That is a good question. No clay is waterproof after drying. In order for the clay to become waterproof, it must be high fire clay, like stoneware or porcelain clay. Then fired to 2345℉ or 1285℃ to become waterproof. 😊

[@kiko9068]

Hi! I have a question about food saftey of earthenware. I make mugs with flat bottom and since i bisque fire them at cone 04, the bottom remains flat and unglazed. After i glaze whole piece (glaze fired cone 06) except the bottom, i wondered is it still food safe? If not, could you please give me any advice? Thank you for so much for informative and calming video! ❤

[@PotteryCrafters]

Hi Kiko. As long as you glaze the inside of your mugs with food-safe glaze, you are fine. Trimming on the bottom gives the mug more insulation because the whole surface of the bottom is not on the table. You should, however, not wash the mugs in the dishwasher because the water will enter the bottom of your mugs and weaken them over time. 😊

[@kiko9068]

You are so kind for replying and so quickly. Thank you so much! You already taught me a lot! 💓 Looking forward to watching more of your videos 💕

[@Indigohoover123]

Which stoneware clay is best for pottery beginners? For both on the wheel and just forming with your hands only?

[@PotteryCrafters]

Good question 😊 I found Amaco Stoneware #46 Buff geni.us/AmacoStoneware46Buff To work very well on the wheel and for hand-building 😊

[@بسمالله-ن6و9غ]

you are amazing

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you 😊

[@jinanobeid7125]

Hello from lebanon! Please can u help me choosing which good to start with !! Aneto white porcelain body 1230 celcuis is it good?

[@PotteryCrafters]

Yes, the Aneto white porcelain is a good clay body. Most porcelains are elastic and harder to work with but this clay is more plastic (workable) 😊

[@virginiamcnitt7928]

I really learned a lot from your video but I am still a bit confused about what I will need. I would like to make unglazed cooking pots. I gather I need stoneware but would like to know what brand and kind of stoneware.

[@PotteryCrafters]

Thank you, Virginia. I found Amaco to be a good brand. I use this clay for my ovenware. Here is the link geni.us/AmacoStoneware46Buff 😊

[@b9inked]

Hi Marie, I am using a speckled brown stoneware clay (with grog) that I fire to cone 6. What is your recommended cone for bisque firing this clay? Currently, I am bisque firing to cone 04, but I have read that other potters are firing to cone 06. Thanks for any feedback!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Very good question Bethany. Yes, some potters do bisque fire to cone 06 or 05 also. Especially with white clays because they do burn cleaner. I found with speckled and darker clays it's better to bisque to cone 04 to get all the impurities out for a better glaze fire. 😊

[@brianlucas7604]

Can I use ground hematite to color clay? Can hematite be used as a glaze? Thanks

[@PotteryCrafters]

Good question Brian. I have never used hematite, but from my understanding, natural hematite contains around 5-15% of impurities. Synthetic hematite is used more in pottery because of its particle size and purity. I would recommend test firing in a little bit of clay and a small test tile for glaze first to see if the hematite gives you the desired results. 👍

[@brianlucas7604]

@@PotteryCrafters thanks I have gathered some natural hematite and I'm excited to try it. I did the scratch test and some is bright red and some more orange/brown.

[@PotteryCrafters]

That's great. You should get some interesting effects 👍

[@SairaSaadTheNikonGirl]

What is the glaze material that should be used over these clays

[@PotteryCrafters]

Good question. You would have to use the glaze that is the firing temperature. If you are using a low fire clay you would have to use a low fire glaze. 😊

[@paulla1222]

what would you recommend for ashtrays? or anything that will be heated and exposed to coal/naked flames :) thank you!!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Stoneware would be the best for that because it is a more durable clay 😊

[@paulla1222]

Thanks so much!!

[@ariahhankins2796]

How do I know what clay I have? On vacation I was on a man made lake with lots of rock clay that I took home. I have no idea which clay I have but I do know I want to sculpt faces. I also don’t have a way to cook it but I have a fire place in my front yard! Lol any tips? Thanks!

[@PotteryCrafters]

Because it's clay from the earth it's best to treat it like low fire clay. If you have no kiln you could try pit firing. This video may be helpful. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6DJZauth7qKbtU 😊

[@ixcali241]

Hello I bought this clay at Joanns fabric. Is this the same brand as your amaco clay? Is the one I bought good? There’s really no other clay in stores to purchase I’d have to buy online. I’m not sure how to upload a pic to show you.😕but it says air dry clay it comes in a cardboard box 📦 with a red label and purple circle 🟣 in the middle. Thanks!😊

[@PotteryCrafters]

No, air dry clay is different from pottery clay that's fired in the kiln. The clay you have air dries and you can not glaze it or fire it in the kiln. You would have to use this sealer geni.us/ObIgAX . Keep in mind it is NOT food safe. The sealant just makes it waterproof. I have to purchase clay online also. This may help potterycrafters.com/recommended-tools-clay/ there are 5 clays to choose from 😊