How Do You Create A Clay Slab Pot?
This article discusses the techniques of building forms with firm slabs of clay. Making a box may seem basic at this stage, but it does require some understanding of the clay, attention to detail and accurate measuring. Once you have the skills mastered you can successfully build a slabbed form to any dimension. Roll clay starting from the middle and pushing the clay away from the body and back again. Do not try to roll the clay in one maneuver because this will distort the shape and cause stresses in the clay. Aim to keep even pressure on the rolling pin. Once rolled out, turn slab over carefully on the opposite side. Rotate it 90 degrees so it will be rolled in the opposite direction. Roll slab again until the rolling pin glides over the clay. If small air bubbles appear pop them with a pin or potters pin and then roll again. Repeat process as many times as necessary to remove all air bubbles. When the slab is bubble free and rolled out to desired thickness you may stiffen the slab q
