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How to Make a Ceramic Teapot, from Beginning to End

Florian Gadsby via YouTube

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Learn how to create a ceramic teapot from start to finish in this 40-minute course. The course covers throwing the teapot body, lid, and spout, assembling the teapot, pulling and attaching the handle, bisque firing, glazing, and finishing touches. You will also learn about wadding recipes, kiln types, and essential tools like the potter's wheel. This course is designed for beginners and enthusiasts interested in mastering the art of ceramic teapot making.

Syllabus

- Introduction
- Throwing teapot body
- Throwing lid
- Throwing spout
- Trimming and assembling teapot
- Pulling and attaching the handle
- Packing the electric kiln for a bisque firing
- Unpacking the electric kiln
- Waxing the teapot
- Glazing the teapot
- Rolling out the waddings to prop up the lid
- Packing the gas kiln
- Firing the gas kiln
- Unpacking the gas kiln
- Grinding the lid smooth
- Sanding the base
- Finished teapots

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Florian Gadsby

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