Any Potter can make their own totally unique pottery glaze! Making your own signature pottery glaze is a great way of creating a unique aesthetic for your ceramics. You may think that making your own glaze is difficult but it's not! If you can follow any kind of recipe, you can make a pottery glaze. In this episode, I talk about 3 ways to make a totally unique pottery glaze: *Tweak the base ingredients of an existing glaze recipe. *Add different colouring oxides to a base glaze.*Make a pottery glaze using plant ashes. If you’re interested in learning how to make a Stoneware pottery glaze, and having a base glaze recipe to make your own unique glaze,  you can download the free How to Make a Pottery Glaze workbook here: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbookResources for Potters:Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-pottersPottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooksDownload the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbookDownload the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedulePottery Paperback Books available from amazon:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/coursesOxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1

After years of practising pottery, I’ve distilled the absolute one thing every Potter needs to know: be kind to yourself!Although being kind to yourself doesn’t seem like it has anything to do with making pottery! Self-kindness is actually something that superpowers your pottery learning journey and helps you cultivate a growth mindset.Being kind to yourself is an absolute must for learning any new thing that requires a lot of patience and making ‘mistakes’ along the way - like pottery!Resources for Potters:Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-potters Pottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbook Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedule Pottery Paperback Books available from amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1    Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/courses Oxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1

Using moulds in pottery is amazing! Moulds allow Potters to make the same shape consistently over and over again, create sets of pots, and save time and energy in their making process.Moulds can be used to make the main body of the pot or for creating decoration. In this episode I talk about the 5 types of moulds available to Potters and how each one is used: *Press mould*Hump mould *Slip-casting mould *Sprig mould (plaster of Paris) *Sprig mould (silicone) Resources for Potters:Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-potters Pottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbook Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedule Pottery Paperback Books available from amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1    Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/courses Oxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1

Pottery is a very safe activity but there are certain times when Potters need to protect their lungs from fine powders. That’s where FFP3 face masks come in!In this episode, I talk about what an FFP3 face mask is, how it works, and four scenarios when a Potter would need one:*When making pottery glazes or clay.*When sieving plant ashes. *When scraping dry clay.*When applying glaze to pottery by spraying. Resources for Potters:Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-potters Pottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbook Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedule Pottery Paperback Books available from amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1    Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/courses Oxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1

Did you know that clay is actually made from lots of different materials such as crushed rocks, ball clays and china clay? Making your own clay can be a great option for Potters who want to know exactly what ingredients are going into their clay to minimise the environmental impact of their pottery. Making clay yourself can be cheaper than buying it commercially and you can save the time, effort and CO2 emissions of haulage to get (heavy!) wet clay to you.  In this episode, I talk you through the ingredients and process I use to make my own stoneware clay. Firstly by creating a casting slip, that I later reclaim back into clay for throwing!Resources for Potters:Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-potters Pottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbook Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedule Pottery Paperback Books available from amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1    Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/courses Oxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1

There is some incredible equipment out there that is not necessarily made for the handmade pottery industry, but Potters can use it for amazing results! In this 2 part episode series I’ll tell you about 16 of my favourite pieces of non-pottery equipment that I regularly use to make my pottery.There's actually so much great equipment out there that I had to split this topic into two parts!In part 2 I tell you about how I use these things in pottery: *Silicone spatula*Gardening Scoop *Stone Pestle and Mortar *Slate Table Mats *Tea Towel*Flexible Bucket (also known as a Flexi Tub) *Tupperware boxes*Makeup brushes Resources for Potters:Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-potters Pottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbook Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedule Pottery Paperback Books available from amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1    Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/courses Oxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1

There is some incredible equipment out there that is not necessarily made for the handmade pottery industry, but Potters can use it for amazing results! In this two-part episode series I’ll tell you about 16 of my favourite pieces of non-pottery equipment that I regularly use to make my pottery. There's actually so much great equipment out there that I had to split this topic into two parts! In Part 1 I tell you about how I use these things in pottery: *Cellulose Decorators Sponge*Microfibre Cleaning Cloth *Plasterer’s Bucket *Electric Paddle Mixer*Enamel Pie Dish *Vegetable oil *Bamboo Kitchen Roll *Catering Electric Stick Blender Resources for Potters:Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbook Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedule  Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-potters Pottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks Pottery Paperback Books available from amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1    Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/courses Oxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1

Did you know that vinegar has several uses in pottery? In this episode, we explore three excellent ways Potters can use vinegar in their work, from helping to stick clay together, to thickening slips and even as an ingredient in making homemade pottery colouring oxides! Resources for Potters:Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbook Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedule  Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-potters Pottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks Pottery Paperback Books available from amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1    Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/courses Oxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1

Slip casting is a fantastic way of making pottery. It allows Potters to make the same shape of pot over and over again, saving time and effort. Slip casting also allows Potters to make sets of items and standardise their making process to ensure they can consistently replicate the quality of their pots. At Oxford Clay, I've been slip casting for a number of years now and have experienced a lot ups and downs with learning the process! In this episode, I talk about the 10 best slip-casting tips I’ve learned over the years, from making your own casting slip to adding paper to the slip recipe to strengthen the clay! The stoneware slip-casting slip recipe mentioned in this episode can be found in the book Eco-Friendly Pottery: 30 Simple Ways to Make Your Pottery Practice More Ethical and Sustainable, by Oxford Clay available on the Oxford Clay website or on Amazon. Links for the Eco-Friendly Pottery Book with the slip recipe: AmazonOxford Clay websiteResources for Potters:Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbook Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedule  Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-potters Pottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks Pottery Paperback Books available from amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1    Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/courses Oxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1

Plaster moulds are a great resource for Potters. Moulds can be used in pottery to press clay into (a press mould), smooth clay over (a hump mould), or pour liquid clay into (a slip casting mould). Plaster moulds allow Potters to make lots of the same shapes of pots simply and accurately. At Oxford Clay, I use a one-part plaster mould for slip-casting my work. In this episode, I talk through the step-by-step process of how I make my plaster moulds, by casting the profile of an enamel pie dish into plaster of Paris. You’ll hear how achievable making your own plaster mould really is! Resources for Potters:Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbook Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedule  Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-potters Pottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks Pottery Paperback Books available from amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1    Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/courses Oxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1

What are clay bodies made from and do you need to make your own as a Potter? Have you ever heard the term ‘clay body’ and been curious about what it means? Well, the ‘clay body’ and clay are the same thing! In this episode, we investigate what clay or clay bodies are made from, how they’re made and three reasons why a Potter may choose to make their own.Resources for Potters:Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbook Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedule  Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-potters Pottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks Pottery Paperback Books available from amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1    Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/courses Oxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1

If you've ever felt blocked creatively in pottery or like nothing you’re making is any ‘good’ (who hasn’t?) this episode is for you! We discuss five tips for getting your creative flow back and generating original ideas in pottery. Some of them are just about getting out of our own way and not believing the thoughts our brains like to generate about our pottery practice. Resources for Potters:Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbook Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedule  Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-potters Pottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks Pottery Paperback Books available from amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1    Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/courses Oxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1

There are many simple pottery material swaps Potters can do to make their pottery practice more eco-friendly. In this episode, we explore some easy pottery materials to switch from less eco-friendly to more environmentally friendly ones. Resources for Potters:Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbook Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedule  Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-potters Pottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks Pottery Paperback Books available from amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1    Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/courses Oxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1

In this episode, I speak to Emily Marston from Emily Marston Ceramics. Emily runs pottery workshops in Oxford for beginners, and handbuilds pottery and ceramic jewellery from her Oxford-based studio. Join us for this conversation about the highs and lows of making pottery! Emily tells us about her own creativity, the joy she gets from seeing other people make and fire their pottery at her workshops, and the things she does to prioritise and nourish her own creativity. I hope it inspires you to prioritise and nourish your own creativity too.Check out Emily’s Pottery here: https://www.emilymarstonstudio.co.uk/ Find out more about Emily’s pottery workshops here: https://www.emilymarstonstudio.co.uk/ceramicworkshops Follow Emily on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/emilymarstonstudio/Resources for Potters:Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbook Download the Free How to programme an electric kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedule  Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-potters Pottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks Pottery Paperback Books available from amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1    Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/courses Oxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1

Earthenware and stoneware are terms used in pottery to describe different clays and glazes. You may have wondered what the difference is between earthenware and stoneware in pottery. In this episode, we discuss the difference between earthenware and stoneware pottery and the temperatures in Celsius and Fahrenheit that classify each category.Resources for Potters:Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbook Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedule  Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-potters Pottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks Pottery Paperback Books available from amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1    Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/courses Oxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1

In this episode, we discuss three excellent pottery books and how they have inspired both my pottery and my creativity in general. The books cover paper clay, natural glaze making and slip casting. Perhaps they will inspire you too! The Books talked about in this episode are: The Essential Guide to Mold Making & Slip Casting, by Andrew Martin, 2007, Lark Ceramics BooksNatural Glazes: collecting and making, by Miranda Forrest, 2018, New CeramicsPaperclay: Art and Practice, by Rosette Gault, 2018, New CeramicsResources for Potters:Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbook Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedule  Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-potters Pottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks Pottery Paperback Books available from amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1    Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/courses Oxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1

There is nothing more annoying than finding out that one of your beautifully made pots is starting to crack as it dries, or that the handle is starting to crack off your beautifully made mug. In this episode, we explore why cracking in pottery happens and how to stop it. I go through the top tips I’ve learned to stop cracking in hand-built pots, pots that are thrown on the wheel, and pots that are slip-cast (which are notoriously prone to cracking!) Resources for Potters:Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbook Download the Free How to programme an electric kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedule  Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-potters Pottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks Pottery Paperback Books available from amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1    Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/courses Oxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1

Have you ever wondered how a pottery kiln actually fires pottery? How does a kiln know how much to heat when, and for how long? Well in this episode we discuss what a pottery kiln firing schedule is and the key terms used to describe the different stages of kiln heating and cooling. We also go through an example of what a kiln firing schedule looks like for a bisque and stoneware glaze firing.Resources for Potters:Download the Free How to programme an electric kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedule Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbook Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-potters Pottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks Pottery Paperback Books available from amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1    Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/courses Oxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1

Ruth Harris runs two creative businesses, Catkin Tree Studio, and Field and Fabric. Ruth and I first met as fellow vendors at the Didcot Craft Fair in 2021 when we were serendipitously placed on stalls next to one another.  Since then, I’ve followed Ruth’s work and have been so inspired by her approach to cultivating such a diverse and abundant creative practice. Join us for this episode of the podcast where I ask Ruth all about how her own creativity works in her businesses. Ruth explains what inspires her and some tips for listeners on how they can cultivate their own abundant creativity. Check out Ruth’s businesses here: Catkin Tree Studio Field and Fabric   Follow Ruth’s businesses on Instagram here: Catkin Tree Studio Field and Fabric Resources for Potters:Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbook Download the Free How to programme an electric kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedule  Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-potters Pottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks Pottery Paperback Books available from amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1    Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/courses Oxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1

Did you know that Potters can use equipment originally designed for bakers? There are so many amazing pieces of equipment that bakers use for baking, cake decorating and sugarcraft that Potters can use too! Cake fondant has nearly the same consistency as clay and can be pressed, moulded and shaped in nearly the same way. In this episode, we explore some of the best baking and sugarcraft equipment that Potters can use in their practice.Resources for Potters:Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbook Download the Free How to programme an electric kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedule  Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-potters Pottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks Pottery Paperback Books available from amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1    Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/courses Oxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1