Create a collection of 23 stylish homewares with this modern guide to working with clay. Covering the oldest and most traditional ways to make pots, Hand Built is a beginner's guide to hand building with clay – no pottery wheel required. This book will teach you the building blocks to working with clay, and how to apply a professional finish to your pots including decoration, glazing, and firing techniques. Learn how to create a collection of 23 stylish homeware designs using the three core techniques: coiling, pinching and slab building. Beginning with the basics to get you started, discover how to wedge clay, add texture, and work with molds, then put your new skills to the test through the projects that include coffee cups, a tea pot, vase, dinner plates, candle holders, and more.
