ClayCraft

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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ClayCraft

IN THE NEWS • If you have a news story, product launch or details of some other topical item you’d like our readers to know about, email claycraft.ed@kelsey.co.uk

TALL THROWN VASE • Set your spring flowers off to perfection in a bright and jolly vase, decorated in your favourite glaze colours

LINDA BLOOMFIELD GLOOP GLAZES

FANTASY CREATURE • I know a potter whose work comprises almost entirely of fantastical creatures whom she refers to as her friends, so we thought you might like to have a go at making a friend of your own – let your imagination run wild

LARGE COIL VESSEL • Coiling is a slow and mindful method of hand-building that requires patience and precision, but you can employ a few hacks and cheats to ensure success!

The Accidental Studio Widening our horizons • One of the many New Year’s resolutions that Liz and Lisa made for Cheshire Clay Studio for 2024 was to make a point of visiting some ceramic exhibitions and other artists.

DARTED CUP • Cups are always a joy to make, and this project includes a textured surface so you can make yours entirely individual by the choice of material you impress into the clay

THE GREAT POTTERY THROW DOWN WEEK 9 – Bathroom Week • We always look forward to this lavatory build, and this year was no different. Unusually, there were no cracks during the bisque firing, so it came down to the potters’ chosen decorations. Tasked with a floral theme, the remaining potters all chose very different interpretations.

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