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After the Potter's Wheel

Throwing a pot can sometimes only be a first step to something else. Learn more about transforming thrown ware here.

Finish the Bottom of Thrown Pots

There are two main options in how to finish the bottoms of thrown pots after they have been cut off the potter's wheel. Which finishing technique you will use should be chosen before the pot is thrown.

How to Trim the Foot Ring of a Pot

Foot rings are one of the possible ways to finish the bottom of a pot. Many pottery forms benefit from the visual lift and added elegance of a trimmed foot.

How to Make Handles for Pottery

You will want to make handles for many pots such as mugs, pitchers, teapots, and so on. Here are several ways to make handles that are commonly used in pottery.

Types of Thrown Pottery Lids

As well as being functional, lids provide a focal point of interest for the jar or pot. There are a number of types of lids which are used when throwing pottery.

How to Pull a Handle

Have you ever heard of pulling a handle for pottery? Many types of pots require handles, including mugs, pitchers, teapots, jugs, and so on. One of the most technically and aesthetically pleasing types of handles are pulled handles.

How to Attach Clay Handles to Pottery

To attach clay handles to pottery forms requires some basic knowledge and remembering a few key details.

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