DIFFICULTY RATING
A note to prevent wordy repetition
Always compress the clay at the rim after each lift – pinch the rim gently between your fingers and thumb while resting the forefinger of your other hand on the rim and applying gentle pressure.
You will need:
■ Clay of choice – earthenware or stoneware, suitable for both throwing and hand-building
■ Tools for throwing – water bowl, sponge, ribs, cutting wire
■ Tools for slabbing – rolling pin, roller guides (max 5mm thick), rib
■ Hump mould (or press mould/sling mould)
■ Piercing / carving tools,
■ Glaze or decorating material of choice
Before you begin:
Bases like these are easy enough to throw and lift off the wheel head directly because the amount of clay used is
