Making Pottery You Can Use: Plates that stack • Lids that fit • Spouts that pour • Handles that stay on
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Create useful, everyday houseware that is perfectly fashioned just as you need it to be! Envision your most cherished mug with the handle that's just right . Or that deep cereal bowl that's always your perfect serving. Picture plates that stack and fit exactly inside your cabinets or washing machine. Once you find these perfect pieces, don't you always wish you could find more? Now, with this helpful ceramic creation guide, you'll learn how to fashion pieces that work best for you! Successful teacher, designer, and author Jacqui Atkin explains how to throw and hand-build pieces that are beautiful and practical. From plates, cups, and saucers to casserole dishes, pitchers, and tureens, you can craft and curate the pieces you've always dreamed of owning. Each element of the creative process is explained, including: Determining the function of the item Working out proportions and making basic drawings Choosing the proper clay and tools Design decisions, techniques to consider, and variations to contemplate Picking the best method of construction: throwing, slabbing, or coiling Choosing food-safe glazes, and much more Learn how to create plates that stack neatly, lids that fit perfectly, spouts that pour cleanly, and handles that stay strong. You'll also discover a range of decorative techniques that can add a personal touch to your creations without compromising their utility. Whether you're a beginner potter aiming to create your first piece or an experienced artist seeking to enhance your craftsmanship, Making Pottery You Can Use is an essential addition to your ceramics library. Grab your clay and Making Pottery You Can Use , and embark on a journey of creativity that marries beauty with practicality. Review: Can I rate this with more than 5 stars? - Just received the book today - LOVE IT!! I pre-ordered the book 4 months ago based on the quality of Jacqui's previous books, as well as the reputation of the publisher, 'Barron Books'. A match of 2 5-star creators, in my opinion. Book is well thought out with wonderful pictures. Jacqui covers a wide variety of topics and the book should appeal to potters of every level, whether you handbuild or throw. I cannot wait to try out some of her ideas. Great info regarding decor and handles and lids. Thanks Jacqui, for putting all this info in one book - easy on the eyes and encouragement for those creative juices! Now it's time to get to work! Review: Must-have for beginners - This is another pottery book that I absolutely adore. All of the projects are great for beginners and advanced alike. The pictures are incredibly helpful and aid in each of the projects. Once again, I look forward to starting a project from this book. If you're just starting out in pottery, this is a must-have.
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| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 187 Reviews |
D**L
Can I rate this with more than 5 stars?
Just received the book today - LOVE IT!! I pre-ordered the book 4 months ago based on the quality of Jacqui's previous books, as well as the reputation of the publisher, 'Barron Books'. A match of 2 5-star creators, in my opinion. Book is well thought out with wonderful pictures. Jacqui covers a wide variety of topics and the book should appeal to potters of every level, whether you handbuild or throw. I cannot wait to try out some of her ideas. Great info regarding decor and handles and lids. Thanks Jacqui, for putting all this info in one book - easy on the eyes and encouragement for those creative juices! Now it's time to get to work!
K**R
Must-have for beginners
This is another pottery book that I absolutely adore. All of the projects are great for beginners and advanced alike. The pictures are incredibly helpful and aid in each of the projects. Once again, I look forward to starting a project from this book. If you're just starting out in pottery, this is a must-have.
T**N
One of the things I like most is they focus on form
I’m already a potter with several years experience, and I found this book to be a helpful resource. One of the things I like most is they focus on form. Sometimes decoration can over shadow a very simple but beautiful form and this book shows the forms in the bisqueware state. I also like that they explore the different types of vessels as wheel thrown, slab built and coil built. At this wonderful price you really shouldn’t pass up this resource.
M**E
Useful for hobbyists
Enjoyable to read and helpful, as each item class (eg stacking plates) is covered in a few different hand manufacturing methods: on the wheel, slab cut, coiled. Useful for hobbyists and those who are thinking of starting a pottery business at home.
A**R
AMAZING
I am in love with the book. I am a teacher of ceramics and started to learn ceramics myself about 8 years ago, but this book is so full of wonderful detailed information that I read a little every day. I show it to my students so they can see the huge variety of choices they have when it comes to designing and making a piece of ceramic work.
L**L
Valuable resource
Wonderful book with organized sections in different methods of construction. I would have like to have seen more coverage on hand built techniques and how to design templates. Worthy investment. Kudos to the author.
A**R
Beautiful Book, Well Written and Informative
Bought for Christmas for my boyfriend for Christmas. Had to return it because he already had a similar book, but it was a very nice book and beautifully done.
A**A
Best pottery book!
This is an amazing book, the book is full of useful photography accompanied with carefully written descriptions. The book covers wheel thrown, coiled, and slab built. There is also explanation of many different types of handles and feet. I love that this is not just pretty pictures of someone's projects but thoughtful explanations of how to make each thing.
T**A
Great present
I bought this as a gift for someone who has been taking pottery classes for some time. She loved it.
A**R
Libro cerámica
A mi madre le ayudó un montón Y le encanta! Un gran regalo para los amantes de la cerámica
J**A
Great projects
Inclusive of handbuilt projects for those of us who do not have access to a wheel.
D**B
Excellent book for all skill level potters
Very useful information and illustrations.
B**I
Fantastic pottery book--wheel and handbuilding ideas and techniques
This is a fabulous book--there are lots of really helpful tips (how much clay to throw a 6" or 10" bowl?), lots of design considerations (what kind of cup do you love--are you making a vessel to contain or to delivery?), lots of examples of different types of handles, types of cups/pots/pitchers/trays/plates/teapots... you can throw vs coil build vs using slab building... I love how this book is a blend of technical instruction, practical considerations and artistic inspiration--great for beginners and more advanced potters. Love it.
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