Marko

I have been teaching myself to use less water. I set out one cup of water to throw 3-5lbs of porcelain. It forces you to use less water.

Going with the original question .. which Laguna clay are you trying to get translucent?? Not all Cone 5/6 porcelain will be no matter how you fire them.

Chris, TBH, I don't remember. I had thrown the box away and without thinking about what clay it was. I know it was porcelain because I maked it on the bag that I had soaked in a 5 gal bucket. Mystery Porcelain:P. I like working with it. I get my clay from either, http://www.roadrunnerceramics.com/ in San Antonio or http://www.armadilloclay.com/ in Austin, Tx. This clay has some translucency in some parts. I would love a recommendation.

Hey Marko (blushing), you are such a kind friend! People write me emails and p.m.'s to wish me luck for the surgery. With so many friends thinking of me, nothing can go wrong. Thank you from all my heart!!

I am glad. You are a wonderful person. I am so glad they are writing you. I will be looking forward to your full recovery. Sending you more blessing than you need. You can always share the leftovers when you get better.

Thank you! I just p.m.'d you. HUGS

Happy sales. I have a northstar tile press I have used one time.. Probably should do the same.

Good on you Amy. That's the positive mental atitude we all need.

Here in Switzerland it's rainy and cold. Temps in the 64 F... (sad Smilie here)

Evelyne, please send some of that cool down my way.

pics brother- pics!

Gonna put them up later this evening.

glazenerd, there in the gallery.

glazenerd, you're right about looking at other artist. And I did see a post here that led me to learn about Rick Hintze. I love his work. But I am always afraid of doing work like someone else. I feel guilty. And have you been to Joseph's website. He has such a gift. I love how he has come along and made great progress in glaze and pottery style of his own. He must have some Japanese potter blood. Inspired.

alabama, yup, I'm going this way then that way. My noodles have been fried and MIA. But I hear you and Giselle. I do need to make notes and settle on one thing at a time. I guess it would be better to do a lot of one thing, than a whole lot of nothing. Thanks.

But one thing is for sure. I'm happy to have friends like you all. Thanks everyone for the support. A kick in my potty pants might help.

Mark, yes it is ceramic fiber blanket.

Wood stove shop-must have some in your town?

Going with Glazenerd's recommendation. Thank you all for the positive feedback. Just don't send me a bill...ok? LOL (marko, yes, good people, my Precious, yes, good)

When I decide to make a friend something, It's the Kiss of Death for that vessel. To get around it I pretend I'm making it for no

reason...then give it away. :>)

Naw, she loves it, alabama. But I am trading, two platters for some promo pictures, a link on her site and endorsements.

Cut the fresh stuff off the cob and make salsa! Yum.

mmmmm salsa. Doh! Thanks Diesel.

I grow some in the garden. I boil it in water with a stick of butter and some milk. Adds to the flavor.

Bowls>guns. Good decision. í ½í¸

Thank you my friends. I'm glad someone took the time to listen when I felt bad.

That's what we're here for.

My son bought a broken one at the DAV and fixed it. Wore it out and fixed it again. Then it was broken in a move and he had to fix it again. They took it to the remote island they live on so they can print our anything they need.

Smart kid.

3d printers are so awesome. My son wants one so bad. Hope it goes well for your mark.

Whooo! Nothing like a clean, bright, fresh work environment.

Painting is done. Now I can get back to the business of pottery.

I threw some pots today, but I didn't push it. I had soreness, and now it's throbbing. I wanted to catch up here so I'll just ice it in a little bit. Thanks all. Never been to a raku in the tropics, but wouldn't it be lovely?

Get well soon Marko. Is it helping though, the shot? In 3 days I have to do carpal tunnel surgery. Think of me please.

Thank you Evelyne, today I am feeling much better. And I will think health and healing thoughts for you in my meditation. I know you will do well and you will be making many more wonderful artworks. I know it will be difficult, but you are a strong person and recovery will be easy for you. Just take it easy on yourself. Marko

Thanks Evelyne, it was corticosteroid. No surgery need yet. My PA said it's at an early stage, so will just monitor it for now, with some follow ups. The pains not to bad.

Glad you got some relief.

Thanks Marcia. It still gets numb at times, but the pain has subsided. Amen!

Freudian slip.

Yup.

Happy prospecting!

Nice!!

what a great feeling!

Bravo Marko! Now on to making new pieces.

Yes indeed.