3 Pottery Tool Swaps for More Eco-Friendly Pottery
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There are many things Potters can do to switch their tools from less eco-friendly to more environmentally friendly ones. In this episode, we explore some easy swaps Potters can make, from paint brushes, and eliminating chamois leather from their practice to the ever-useful sponge. Resources for Potters: Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-make-a-pottery-glaze-workbook  Download the Free How to programme an electric kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/how-to-fire-bisque-and-stoneware-kiln-firing-schedule    Oxford Clay website resources for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/resources-for-potters  Pottery eBooks: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks  Pottery Paperback Books available from amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Katherine-Tomlinson/e/B0B1CKC9X3?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1662270837&sr=8-1     Video mini-courses for Potters: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/courses  Oxford Clay blog: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/blog-1
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