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Kiln Elements by Kevin Baldwin
How long could I reasonably expect my kiln elements to last. So far I have fired 23 bisque firings upto 1000'C 12 eathenware firings upto 1150'C 18 stoneware firings upto 1265'C I have noticed that at stoneware temperatures I have to be very careful not to overpack the kiln otherwise it struggles...
July 3rd 04 08:34 PM
by Rémi Serrette Go to last post
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potters in New Zealand by Gaby
I'm planning a trip to New Zealand coming novemebr and I would like to know if there any potters villages like you can find in Germany or France. I'm going there for the first time on holiday but I would like to see some potters and I hope some of you could give me some advice where to go. I'm...
July 3rd 04 08:15 AM
by Uncle John Go to last post
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pottery as art therapy by Marmaj40
I have a teenage boy neighbor who has a tumor on his spinal cord. He is home a few weeks from his second surgery. He has a lot of pain, and I have offered to go over with clay to see if some clay therapy will help him with his pain management. My question is because I am not a teacher, what would...
July 3rd 04 12:56 AM
by Lischneid Go to last post
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Pottery Business for Sale - Studio/Shop/Classroom by Heidi
The Pottery in Toronto's East end is for sale. Please contact Paul Stewart at 416-690-9475 for details. www.thepottery.ca
July 1st 04 08:05 PM
by Heidi Go to last post
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onglaze medium by roz lacey
I plan to venture into the world of 'onglaze' painting. The books I have, go on about all the various oils required to use as a medium. The pottery suppliers I go to, have said that oils are only necessary for the onglaze stains that contain gold, (i.e. purple etc) and sold me a tub of their...
July 1st 04 03:37 PM
by dkat Go to last post
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kiln element life by Kevin Baldwin
How long could I reasonably expect my kiln elements to last. So far I have fired 23 bisque firings upto 1000'C 12 eathenware firings upto 1150'C 18 stoneware firings upto 1265'C I have noticed that at stoneware temperatures I have to be very careful not to overpack the kiln otherwise it struggles...
June 30th 04 10:01 PM
by Kevin Baldwin Go to last post
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kiln element question by Kevin Baldwin
How long could I reasonably expect my kiln elements to last. So far I have fired 23 bisque firings upto 1000'C 12 eathenware firings upto 1150'C 18 stoneware firings upto 1265'C I have noticed that at stoneware temperatures I have to be very careful not to overpack the kiln otherwise it struggles...
June 30th 04 09:58 PM
by GaSeku Go to last post
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Hardness of bisque based on drying time by John Rigler
I recently read on the back of a bag of grout that we should be spritzing it with water so that it cures at a slower rate. Does the same stand true for drying clay bodies? If I figure out the fastest way to get a piece of clay to greenware without it cracking or warping, will the bisque...
June 30th 04 12:11 AM
by dkat Go to last post
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teaching adults by Caroline
Hi there I have just accepted the post of pottery tutor at an adult education centre. I have been a proffessional potter for 20 years and have taught a number of people throwing one to one in my workshop. Does anyone have any hints or suggestions of books or websites that can help me to learn how...
June 29th 04 11:40 PM
by Bubbles Go to last post
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Help! Asbestos! by Alex Hargreaves
Hi, I've been trying to sell my kiln a large Hymus 3M 2 phase kiln. However i found out from one of the engineers i was trying to sell it to that the panels are made from asbestos. No immediate threat to my health unless i attack it with a hammer but it explains why no-one will touch it. Have I...
June 29th 04 11:24 PM
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Looking for a pugmill by norcot
Hi All' We are looking to buy a small/medium 2nd hand pugmill. Any offers? Erica. rexmATrexmDotfsnetDOTcoDOTuk
June 29th 04 02:28 PM
by norcot Go to last post
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Hi, I have two Alpine Kilns for sale by Sky
Hi, My name is Sky and I have two Alpine kilns for sale. The first Alpine Kiln is Model HF30: It's natural gas, 120 volt, maximum BTU/hr is 625,000. Operating tempurature is 2350 degrees Farhenheit. Comes w/a vent hood. Dimensions w/out hood a 83"x63x"46". Measurements w/hood a
June 27th 04 02:09 AM
by Sky Go to last post
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reds by M Howard
Is it possible to get a nice deep red at a cone like 01 or above? I have tried but it isnt really working. thanks
June 26th 04 02:25 PM
by ShantiP1 Go to last post
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firing speed by Richard
I have an electric kiln and bisque fire to cone 04 on slow speed, and glaze fire to cone 6 (also slow). Is it really necessary to bisque fire on slow? I understand the reason for glaze firing on slow speed, but not bisque. Thanks Betsy
June 26th 04 05:43 AM
by annemarie Go to last post
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Why #112? by Bubbles
Hi again - again! Hehe! Last question for tonight! I have been reading through the group, and find that many of you have problems with clay #112, still several of you still insist on using it. I'm not being fresh, here, mind you - I am just very curious as to why such a problematic clay still...
June 26th 04 03:06 AM
by sandi Go to last post
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Starting up a CO-OP by dkat
Our University is becoming worse each passing day in the way it treats the pottery studio. I am thinking of trying to convince the President to let us form a Co-Op that offers classes to students and staff, is located on the campus but that is to some degree independent. Does anyone have any...
June 26th 04 02:32 AM
by dkat Go to last post
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Swiss Made Pottery Lamp by Meister by MarkC
I'm looking for more info about this lamp that was made in Switzerland. I found it in the garbage years ago. Any help is appreciated. You can see pics at this page: http://community.webtv.net/markcharles/lamp
June 25th 04 06:44 AM
by MarkC Go to last post
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June 25th 04 01:01 AM
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Morter and pestal? by Bubbles
Hi everyone :-) I am typing from Switzerland and have been "potterying around" for about 3 years now. I am making good progress and have an old (cheap) used wheel here at home on the terrace that I can use when the weather is nice. I also go take classes once a week and will be renting that...
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June 24th 04 08:58 PM
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Sounding clay workshop in Vermont by James Clark
ART NEW ENGLAND Summer Workshops 2004 is offering the following workshop with Brian Ransom for sounding clay. If interested call Nancy at the Massachusetts College of Art A.S.A.P. (617) 879-7175 The week long workshop will be held at Bennington College Vermont from August...
June 24th 04 02:23 PM
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