Pulling Handles on Thrown Angular Mugs - Pottery Tutorial

Offered By: Florian Gadsby via YouTube

Course Description

Overview

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Explore the intricate process of creating and attaching handles to angular stoneware mugs in this detailed 16-minute tutorial video. Learn how to prepare clay, pull long handle straps, flare out handle blanks, and join them to mugs. Master the technique of pulling the final handle shape and discover an unorthodox method for refining handles. Gain insights into proper mug storage for slow drying. Perfect for pottery enthusiasts and those interested in the art of ceramics, this comprehensive guide offers step-by-step instructions and expert tips to elevate your mug-making skills.

Syllabus

- Introduction and the tools used
- Preparing the clay for the handles
- Pulling the LONG handle strap
- FLARING out the handle 'blanks'
- Joining the blanks onto the mugs
- Pulling the FINAL handle shape
- How I store the mugs to dry slowly
- My unorthodox approach to refining handles

Taught by

Florian Gadsby

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