The Essential Pottery Notebook: The Secret to Successful Kiln Firings

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With so many variables to keep track of-temperature, time, clay, glazes, vent circulation-it can feel impossible to remember what went right (or wrong) during your last firing. Well, not anymore. Pro potter and author of Pottery for Beginners Kara Leigh Ford has created the perfect kiln companion tool so that you'll never make the same mistake twice. Unlike other potter's notebooks on the market, The Essential Pottery Notebook is built to be an all-in-one resource. It opens with a quick refresh on everything a potter needs to remember in order to fire their kiln accurately, such as how to use and read cones, why taking notes is important, and helpful reference photos. The rest of the notebook features specially designed write-in templates so potters know exactly what to record for more efficient and consistent results. With this beautifully-bound spiral notebook in your studio, you're sure to become more confident and in control of your kiln! This book will feature 18 reference photos and over 100 pages of write-in templates printed on wood-free paper.

Reviews

"If I had had this at the start of my ceramic journey I think it might have made life a lot easier... I love it."
Kate Malone MBE, cermic artist and original judge of The Great Pottery Throw Down

"Kara has created the perfect guide for taking the guesswork out of your making--an absolute must-have"
Hilda Carr, potter and author of Carve Your Clay

"Keeping all this information in one place will help you refine your firing schedules and predict when elements need replacing. The book is a great resource for potters to help them keep track of their firings."
Linda Bloomfield, potter and author of Colour in Glazes and Special Effect Glazes

"An incredibly useful record-keeper for both new and experienced potters. A must-have for successful firings!"
Leela Chakravarti, potter and creator of Leela Pottery

"Kara's attention to detail and desire to make the information she presents clear and concise speaks volumes. The Essential Pottery Notebook is a well written notebook that will I keep on my bookshelf, and recommend to everyone."
Thomas McInnerney, Engineering Manager, The Edward Orton Foundation

Author Bio

Kara Leigh Ford is the author of Pottery for Beginners and the founder of Kara Leigh Ford Ceramics, where she creates and sells functional pottery inspired by the English coast. She works in her home studio in Somerset, England.