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I buy pots at juried craft fairs where I purposely seek out the potter or while on vacation. While I marvel at the beauty of the pots when using them, the reminder of the vacation or trip to the fair with a friend(s) is also important to me. We went to PotFest UK in Scotland in 2023 and when I use those pots, I am reminded of our trip and the conversations that I had with the potters. It is never just about the pot itself. Lee, I appreciated your 'double dipping' as you called it. I always enjoy reading your posts. Betty

Sold, thank you for looking. I am selling my lightly used VL Whisper wheel. It's a great wheel, but I am not interested in throwing, I prefer hand building. I am the second owner of this wheel. The first owner did not own it for very long nor did she use it very much. From Shimpo: The Shimpo VL-Whisper pottery wheel has a 'whisper' quiet 1/2 HP brushless DC motor that is rated to center up to 100 lbs of clay. Combined with a sturdy tripod frame, built-in table, remote foot pedal and adjustable legs, the VL-Whisper is perfect for professionals and students alike. The wheel sells new for $1,500. I am asking $1,000. Pick up in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. Thanks for looking. Betty

I am selling my very lightly used Shimpo Aspire tabletop pottery wheel. It's a great little starter wheel or great for taking along to do demos. The wheel has a hand lever instead of a foot pedal. I believe that a foot pedal can be added, but it is up to anyone interested in it, to check with the manufacturer. From Shimpo: The Shimpo Aspire potter's wheel can handle your most creative challenges. Its lightweight, compact design makes it easily portable and yet its 20 lb centering capacity and 1/3 HP motor makes it a permanent addition to any studio or classroom. The wheels sells for $500.+. I am selling for $350. Pick up only in Portsmouth, RI. Thank you for looking! Betty

Pres, I like this question. I think that I take criticism about my pieces quite well, but I don't think that people are usually very honest with me. My friends and family seem to like everything that I make, which is nice, but not always helpful. Maybe they like my stuff because they are not into arts/crafts and think that it is an innate talent rather than countless hours of learning. Betty

We went to PotFest in Scotland in 2023. It was on my list and it didn't disappoint. Beautiful work by European potters that I otherwise would not get to see or buy. Betty

Pres, not sure if this topic has been discussed previously, but wondering, are folks more critical of their own work than they are of others? I am not happy with minor imperfections in my work that I probably wouldn't notice in the work of others. Betty

Is it just my computer, I don't see any images. Betty

David, welcome! I have to agree with Lee on this. Take some classes first to see if you actually like this craft. You will save yourself time, frustration and money. It can be a very expensive hobby and you want to be sure that you buy the right tools and equipment. I say no to a kiln at this time. Best, Betty

I am using Miller's Dover White and saving the scraps. Is there any easy way to reclaim it, or should I not bother? Thank you, Betty

Thank you for sharing. Do you have a picture? Betty

Hi All, Does anyone know of any craft schools similar to what we have in the US like Penland, Arrowmont, Pocosin, etc that provide workshops in not only clay, but other art mediums as well. Thank you, Betty

This isn't the exact box that I use, but pretty darn close. It has served me well for the past 8 yrs. ArtBin Betty

Min, I am applying the underglaze in the greenware stage then bisque firing to 04, glaze fire to 6. I have an L & L kiln and use their programs for slow bisque and slow glaze. Betty

I don't have a picture, but they are pinholes. Sorry, should have mentioned that. It's actually a sort of cool look. Are pots with pinholes food safe? Thanks, Betty

My satin glaze is not playing nice with Amaco black or Coyote black underglazes, or maybe it's the other way around. Does anyone know what the problem could be? The recipe from Glazy.org Ferro Frit 3124 36 Wollastonite 27 EPK 35 Silica 5 The person who contributed this recipe states that it adds up to 103. Betty