FaberSmith Press & Pottery

Category: Tips & Techniques

  • Trap Trimmings From the Giffin Grip

    Because our style involves detailed trimming and chattering on most of our vessels, the Giffin Grip has been a valuable tool in our studio. However, as users of the Giffin Group will attest, the trimmings can be difficult to contain. Watch this clip to hear the reporter mention Terry had made a mess while trimming.…

  • Bubble Glazing

    If you want to laugh until you cry, blow bubbles with friends. We had such a fun afternoon learning this glazing technique. Our tips: And advice from a fellow potter: Blow slow for big bubbles and fast for smaller bubbles. (Smaller bubbles concentrate the color and larger bubbles allow for some cool color layers to…