ClayCraft magazine is a must-have for ceramic enthusiasts, packed with fun and inspirational pottery projects for all levels. A monthly subscription of ClayCraft magazine offers an exciting mix of information and inspiration on the world of ceramics, with practical step-by-step projects, essential clay choice and design tips, as well as interviews with individual pottery makers. Whether you are a beginner to the world of pottery, a student or a professional, ClayCraft magazine is an essential read for makers at any level. Inside every issue, you’ll find advice for pottery novices who are brand new to the world of ceramics, tips for intermediate makers looking to improve their skills and challenging projects for the professional clay makers out there. If you’re looking for a ceramics magazine that combines inspiration and information on the popular world of clay making, then ClayCraft magazine is the perfect read for you.
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CORRECTION • In last month’s magazine, we wrongly attributed this news item to Debbie Bent. The story was sent in by Jo McAree of Eastcott Studios. We do apologise.
THE CLAYCRAFT CHALLENGE
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THROWN BIRD BATH • This is a challenging project that will test your skills, but to make it a little easier and avoid having to throw large amounts of clay, we’ve designed the form in three parts. For this to work, you must pay very close attention to making accurate measurements
SPOTLIGHT ON: MKM POTTERY TOOLS • Creating beauty in clay!
LINDA BLOOMFIELD ZINC OXIDE IN GLAZES
OYA/OLLA • What is an oya, you might well be asking? Well, it’s a terracotta vessel that’s buried in the ground to water the garden naturally. Not only does their use dramatically reduce water waste but also watering time. So, buried in the ground next to your courgettes, you’re bound to get a bumper crop with very little fuss!
DIARY OF A STUDIO POTTER • JOURNAL ENTRY 4
POTTERY PETS! • Many children seem to delight in making animals, so this is a simple and fun project for them, as well as adults who love dogs. AND, if you don’t have a kiln, simply use air drying clay and paint the detail with acrylic colour as an alternative
STUDIO CATCH-UP • The various Covid-related lockdowns and restrictions have impacted everyone over the past year. Most businesses have struggled, some have closed, but others have adapted and found a new way of working. We caught up with Jo McAree from Eastcott Studios to find out how she’s doing
The ClayCraft Challenge • If, like us, you’re enjoying the Great Pottery Throw Down, and have been inspired to make along with the episodes, we’d love to see the results! We’ll print a selection of your work and announce a monthly winner, who will receive a year’s subscription to ClayCraft plus one of our split-leg aprons
MADE WITH CLAY STUDIO • Former members of the Digswell Ceramics Community have been in touch to let us know about their new studio
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Doug’s DIARY
Textured slab-built press dishes • After my last blog’s disasters, things could only get better, and I had at least learned how to use my slab roller more successfully. I’ve had my eye on this project for a while and really enjoyed it
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