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I think it’s very important that the viewer sees finger placement. I’ve watched a lot of videos where that’s not the case and it’s sometimes hard to figure out. Also a lot don’t explain the process

Thanks for your question. They end being about 1/4 inch thick

Thank you so much. You can do it with many different colors of clay

Carefully with a rib ( I use a metal one)

You’re welcome! I’m happy that you enjoyed it.

Definitely over wedging when combining different colors makes it muddy. Extra coning is not required, just enough so it’s well centered. Air bubble’s really aren’t a big deal. Just poke them with a pin tool and keep going!

Thank you! Keep practicing!

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@@mountainmudpottery Oh, the bell has been clicked and is highlighted, and I see the notice that I will receive notifications, but I never do - not from your videos nor from anyone that I have subscribed to. Either Yahoo or You Tube stopped sending them to me, about 2-3 years ago. 8-5-23.

Thank you! Ha ha I wish that I retired on a tropical island! Congratulations on having your pieces glazed and fired! Exciting! It all just takes practice

Thank you very much! I’m happy that you like my videos

It’s challenging for sure. After attaching and cleaning up gently with a sponge I use a small stiff rib to bring back as much of the marbling as possible. Sometimes I dip the top half in a color and leave the bottom raw, then it doesn’t matter about the smudge on the handle. It’s a beautiful contrast!

Thank you! I’m so happy that you are enjoying them

You’re welcome! I’m glad you liked it

Thank you so much! I hope they enjoy it

Thank you! Stay tuned for more! It’s a fantastic retirement job. There is always something new to learn and try. I love it too!

Thank you! They are really fun to make

Thank you!

In this particular video I used Laguna Bmix and Plainsman coffee. There are many options including coloring clay with mason stains

When choosing clays to mix, do you have to find clays with roughly the same shrinkage? Or would a 12% and 14% shrinkage be okay together?

Yes they should be similar shrinkage to avoid cracking or warping.

Thank you so much! I try to explain the process thoroughly step by step

Sorry I missed your message. It’s an easy way of making consistent plates with consistent thickness. I hope you were successful

Thanks a lot 😊

So sorry I missed your message! The wheel is so much fun. Yes, get back at it! I used clear on this piece. These also look great if part of it is glazed with a solid color and some left raw. A nice contrast

Thank you so much! It’s the Dirty Girl bat system. I love them. I’ve had them for 7 years and they are still perfect

I’m so happy that you found it helpful

Thank you so much! Clay is such a great medium that offers endless opportunities for creativity. It’s very gratifying eating off plates that you made. I think the food even tastes better!

You’re welcome. I really enjoy teaching

Thank you, I’m happy that you enjoyed them. Thank you for your suggestion. I will definitely look into it.

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Thank you, I’m glad you found it helpful! Watch for more coming soon.

I’m really happy that you found my video useful. I look forward to hearing how it goes for you! I thought of another reason that you’re having trouble with clay breaking off. If the clay is too firm/hard it would make you have to use too much pressure while pulling up. Soft clay may help you have more success.

Thank you!

My pleasure! Thank you

Hi Ron. Yes I will. I’ll let you know when it’s up. Thanks for your comments

@@mountainmudpottery Thanks so much!!!!

Thanks so much for the comments. With pulling up the wall, without seeing what you are doing, I’d say would probably be uneven pressure. That would also address the reason the clay breaks. Try to collar the piece in after every pull until the final shaping. The uneven wall thickness is a result of either not being centered to start with or it was opened off center. I hope this helps. Watch for upcoming video where I will demonstrate what I mean

@@mountainmudpottery Thanks so much for your response and advice. Uneven pressure, I suspect, is one of the issues for sure. I've tried to be mindful of this - but, so far, I haven't mastered this particular skill. "Throwing" looks so easy on the videos that I've watched; however, for me, as a beginner, [about five practices now] I've learned that handling the clay is much more difficult than it seems. I will remember to "collar" more often; and I will cone up and down a few more times than I usually do. I look forward to your upcoming video and demonstration of the proper procedure for my dilemma.

@@prettycountrygirl2 I have put up a new video to address your issues. I hope it helps!

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It is a beautiful spot in the mountains!

@@mountainmudpottery Yes, I have driven thru there

Thank you!

Thank you very much

Thank you Alena ❤️

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Thank you so much! I appreciate your comments

Thank you so much!! Lots of practice!

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Happy I found you ! Great t tutorials do you weigh your plates down to avoid warping? What would happen if I do not add a foot ring?

I’m happy that you found me too! I’m glad you are enjoying the videos. I don’t usually need to weigh them down. If I’m doing a square or rectangular hand built plate, I find that they require it. I make some plates without foot rings also. It’s a personal choice to have one or not.