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You use the shape of the mould to press your clay against to get the shape you want. You can either work in a press mould or over a press mould, depending on the shape of your mould.
In fact, with this technique, any shape can become your mould. You can use the dishes, bowls and trays in your kitchen as your mould. Just be careful not to accidentally eat some clay….
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One of the oldest decoration techniques in ceramics is painting with clay slip.
You just threw a new coffee cup. And it turned out well too, only the sides could be just a little smoother.
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