Tools you'll need:
The reason you'll want to choose a dark colour for this technique is that it does not show much at all if done with a lighter colour. If you do this with a red, it will turn out light pink (even after the colour darkens in the firing).
MESS ALERT!
This technique can get messy! A reminder that the paint we use is totally water soluble, but best to do this on a surface that can be wiped clean, and with clothes you'll be ok with washing after. You may end up splattered with paint, depending on your technique.
This is a trial and error kind of technique. It might not work the first time, and that's ok! You can always wash your piece off and try again. If you choose to wash it off however, be careful to use a sponge to wipe the paint off, and do not submerge your item in water. If you happen to do that, you'll need to wait a day or so for it it dry out before trying again. Ceramic Bisque is very absorbent, and the paint will not dry on a wet piece.
Here's a link to our Instagram, where we demonstrated a video of this technique: Bubble Technique
I hope you enjoy trying this technique out yourself!
]]>No, it's not a shopping channel "As seen on TV" miracle product. Instead, it's understanding how our Underglaze paint works, and using it to your advantage.
Underglaze is notoriously transparent. It's why we recommend that you do 3 thin coats of paint in order to get a solid look to your piece, and why even that doesn't always work. Some colours are worse than others, but generally, this paint is very transparent.
Here's my step by step explanation on how to recreate this particular Pineapple Mug. You can use whichever colours you like, and this is also easy to do with other textured pieces, such as our Cactus Mug, Feather Dish or Grumpy Owl Planter
Antiqued Pineapple Mug
38 Bluebeard, 25 Green Apple, 43 Lettuce, 42 Jaded, 05 Chartreuse, 10 Tiger Tail, Ginger Sprinkles.Interior is 75 Paprika, and the handle is Jaded Sprinkles blended into Lettuce
Some Dads love coffee. That's an easy one. We have Dad themed mugs, along with lots of cool different shapes. Does he prefer to drink beer? We have steins for that!
Does your Dad like to grill? Is he always asking for a plate to put his finished masterpiece on the patio table? How about this for inspiration:
What about a simple tile or plaque for the wall, to honour the man who works so hard to make everyone groan in laughter at his next "Dad" joke.
Whatever you do, if you make something by hand, you're giving someone your time as well as a "thing" to represent that time. Hand painted ceramics make awesome gifts, though I might be a *little* biased.
Get your amazing painted creations back to the studio before June 15th, and we'll have it ready for pick up by the end of the week (June 19th).
]]>To start off, wash those hands!
Oils from food or hand cream can cause the paint to repel during firing.
Hopefully these tips can help you create a wonderful memory.