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Shinogi is a decorative technique in which you make notches in the surface of the clay. It often involves a series of parallel grooves. The name refers to the ridge of a Japanese sword: a long line in the blade of the sword that runs from handle to tip.
This technique is not complicated, all you need is a sharp object and a steady hand. A few deep breaths in and out, and extreme focus … and who knows, some beginner’s luck?
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A dull color, strange bubbles, weird creases … A lot can go wrong when glazing ceramics. That’s why we’ve gathered a few tips hat can help guide your way.
After a lot of wedging, centring, shaping and correcting you’re finally done. You stop your potter’s wheel and admire your work. You can’t wait to see it fired and glazed.
A good rule of thumb is to wear clothes that you wouldn’t be too upset about if you couldn’t get them clean. And there are more tips we can give
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