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Clay project working with the slab construction method

Making Water Font / Hanging Clay Basket
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Hand Building project working with slab construction method making a water font / hanging busket. See step-by-step process

To effectively work with the slab clay construction for this project (water font / hanging basket), roll 1/4" slab several hours in advance, place on a wooden board and cover with plastic to allow the clay to firm up a bit ("soft leather hard"). Make sure the back stays flat throughout the construction process to avoid warpage in the drying / firing.
Use template to cut slab to size
 Clay project working with the slab construction method		 Smooth surfaces (Mud red rib)
 Use miter to bevel edges -30 degree

 Bevel where 2nd piece will joins
Miter bevel tool

Miter second slab on one side
 Score beveled edges
slip and score		 Slip the scored edges
applying slip		 Attach two slipped / scored parts

Place symmetrically& adjust curve
 Use coil to reinforce joint
 Attachment complete
 Second view

Cut base for waved edge (optional)
 Mark & begin scalloping the rim
 Scalloping rim - close up
 Define scallop rim further

Push scalloped rim out to desired angle
 Define scallop to full length
 Scalloping action - outside view
 Optional tool to define scallop

Scallop project design front view
 Scallop project design top view
 Curving leaf pattern (tool used)
 Attach leaves & make hanging holes

Optional design for commission
 Glazing details
 Dipping glaze (eggshell)
 Water font - project complete


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