Thank you very much,just learning and I got the pulling part but always off center a bit. I was pushing straight down until a 1/4 in but you confirmed that I need to go in on an angle and then widen. Very talented and great information and thorough. Keep safe.
It’s FABULOUS!!! I used to love my old Thomas Stuart kickwheel- and since Thomas Stuart is a part of Skutt now, it was a natural progression to go with Skutt. I never imagined I’d love standing so much while throwing- but wow- it’s great! And, although they have many different models with and without removable splashpans- I love the ease of the simple wipe-out on this classic model! The legs are so sturdy too. I was always nervous about standing wheels being unstable- but their engineering seems to be spot on! Nothing unstable about the set up! I can’t wait to get into larger pieces in the coming months- the motor is really substantial!! If you ever have any specific questions- let me know!
@@KaransPotsAndGlass thanks for the quick reply. I will be looking into Skutt as well as Shimpo and Brent. I have a very old Brent model C wheel (circa 1974) that I love and have gravitated toward Brent but so many people love Skutt and Shimpo as well that I really want to give them a look.
I have used Brent’s for years at school- they’re a great workhorse wheel!! (Although I’ve just never been a fan of their splash pan attachment. My kids have constant leaking problem if they are zealous with water! I have some Shimpo Aspire tabletop wheels which are great for smaller stuff- I’ve never tried out a floor model- hear they’re great. I also have a Pacifica at home I’ll probably use primarily for trimming- lovely wheel- I have 5 at school over 20 years old - still going strong! And I do like their splash pan attachment! ;) good luck!!
Hi Karan. I’m a lefty but I initially learned how to throw right handed and always felt uncomfortable. I just reversed my wheel and it feels more natural. My question is… As you’re showing everything on a counter clockwise wheel, do I just reverse my hands since my wheel is going clockwise? So when you are pushing in with your left hand and using your right hand as a fist… I assume I’ll be pushing in with my right hand and using my left hand for a fist? Thank you. Really enjoy your videos.
Yes! I would definitely recommend a mirrored hand position! So if the wheel is turning clockwise you would do the major centering with your right and the left would be on top! And then when you pull -you would pull with your right hand on the interior and your left hand on the exterior at about seven or 8 o’clock!
I have my first 3 ruined tries in a plastic bag. Really wet. Surely this can be dried and used again. Can I leave a wad to dry to the original consistency out of the bag or has the clay been stressed beyond recovery?
You can absolutely reuse it! A simple way to dry it is place a dry heavier towel over it and let it sit out for a few hours or overnight. Check it from time to time - and wedge when it’s less wet!
Thank you for this new series about the basics of using the wheel. Super helpful!
Thank you very much,just learning and I got the pulling part but always off center a bit. I was pushing straight down until a 1/4 in but you confirmed that I need to go in on an angle and then widen. Very talented and great information and thorough. Keep safe.
Good tutorial Karan. How are you liking your new wheel? I am looking at getting a new wheel and I am starting my research.
It’s FABULOUS!!! I used to love my old Thomas Stuart kickwheel- and since Thomas Stuart is a part of Skutt now, it was a natural progression to go with Skutt. I never imagined I’d love standing so much while throwing- but wow- it’s great! And, although they have many different models with and without removable splashpans- I love the ease of the simple wipe-out on this classic model! The legs are so sturdy too. I was always nervous about standing wheels being unstable- but their engineering seems to be spot on! Nothing unstable about the set up! I can’t wait to get into larger pieces in the coming months- the motor is really substantial!! If you ever have any specific questions- let me know!
@@KaransPotsAndGlass thanks for the quick reply. I will be looking into Skutt as well as Shimpo and Brent. I have a very old Brent model C wheel (circa 1974) that I love and have gravitated toward Brent but so many people love Skutt and Shimpo as well that I really want to give them a look.
I have used Brent’s for years at school- they’re a great workhorse wheel!! (Although I’ve just never been a fan of their splash pan attachment. My kids have constant leaking problem if they are zealous with water! I have some Shimpo Aspire tabletop wheels which are great for smaller stuff- I’ve never tried out a floor model- hear they’re great. I also have a Pacifica at home I’ll probably use primarily for trimming- lovely wheel- I have 5 at school over 20 years old - still going strong! And I do like their splash pan attachment! ;) good luck!!
Hello can you make a video of how to make a breeding cave for pleco out of clay? I try making it few time but it dont look like 1 😂
Lol- sorry- I’ve never heard of that!
Hi Karan. I’m a lefty but I initially learned how to throw right handed and always felt uncomfortable. I just reversed my wheel and it feels more natural. My question is… As you’re showing everything on a counter clockwise wheel, do I just reverse my hands since my wheel is going clockwise? So when you are pushing in with your left hand and using your right hand as a fist… I assume I’ll be pushing in with my right hand and using my left hand for a fist? Thank you. Really enjoy your videos.
Yes! I would definitely recommend a mirrored hand position! So if the wheel is turning clockwise you would do the major centering with your right and the left would be on top! And then when you pull -you would pull with your right hand on the interior and your left hand on the exterior at about seven or 8 o’clock!
@@KaransPotsAndGlass Thank you so much for your quick response! 😁
I have my first 3 ruined tries in a plastic bag. Really wet. Surely this can be dried and used again. Can I leave a wad to dry to the original consistency out of the bag or has the clay been stressed beyond recovery?
You can absolutely reuse it! A simple way to dry it is place a dry heavier towel over it and let it sit out for a few hours or overnight. Check it from time to time - and wedge when it’s less wet!
Thank you so much!