Wheel throwing

4 posts filed under wheel throwing.

July 15, 2026Troubleshooting4 min read

Drying Pots Evenly: The Step That Decides If They Survive

Most cracks are made during drying, not making or firing. Control airflow, keep bases and rims at similar rates, and slow the whole thing down.

April 22, 2026Pottery basics5 min read

Clay bodies differ in firing range, porosity, grog content and how forgiving they are. Here is how to pick one for what you actually make.

March 18, 2026Wheel throwing5 min read

Centering is a bracing problem, not a strength problem. Use the wheel speed, a locked stance and two clear pressure moves to centre clay reliably.

February 19, 2026Pottery basics5 min read

Wedging removes air and evens out moisture and particle alignment. Learn the ram's head and spiral methods, and how to tell when the clay is ready.