2. Intermediate Level: Coil Pots
Overview
Coil pots utilize one of the oldest pottery techniques known. It’s perfect for those who have a little familiarity with clay but want to venture into more complex forms.
Steps
- Roll out several long, thin coils of clay.
- Start with a flat base and stack coils on top of one another, merging them at the seams.
- Use your fingers or a smoothing tool to blend the joints for a cohesive look.
- Experiment with different heights and shapes.
- Once complete, let it dry before firing and glazing.
