Throwing, Trimming and Handling Porcelain Mugs

Explore the intricate process of creating porcelain mugs in this 18-minute tutorial video. Learn techniques for preparing and throwing porcelain, setting up a throwing gauge, and mastering the art of mug formation. Discover the nuances of trimming atop a solid chuck, pulling handle blanks, and attaching handles with precision. Gain insights into proper drying methods to prevent cracking, and observe quality control measures for a polished finish. Witness the transformation from raw clay to elegant, glazed porcelain mugs, and gather tips for refining your craft in this comprehensive guide to porcelain mug creation.

- Introduction
- Preparing porcelain to throw with
- Throwing the first, 'test' piece, in order to set my throwing gauge
- Throwing porcelain mug
- Trimming mugs atop a solid chuck
- Pulling the handle blanks
- Attaching and pulling the handle
- How I store the pots to dry slowly, preventing cracking
- Quality control, final clean up
- Some finished pieces