Pinch Pottery: Functional, Modern Handbuilding

by Susan Halls

The technique is simple; the results are gorgeous! Susan Halls has created an array of refined, sophisticated and incredibly modern-looking projects that are perfect for beginners, yet enticing for more seasoned ceramicists. The pieces range from a mug, vase, and jug to a bowl, teapot, and triple herb planter, and they start with a basic pinch pot before moving on to wider, taller, and more composite forms, all with stunning options for color and surface decoration. And, since many of the items can be made with easily found air-drying clay, no kilns required! 

Genres: Nonfiction, Crafts, Art

128 pages, Paperback

First published January 7, 2014

Reviews

[Anniek · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice book full of inspiration! The many photo's help a lot to understand what is meant in the description of the techniques and projects.

[Amanda Leeber · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you want to try out the pinch method in pottery, this is a great book to start. It's a bit rustic for my taste, but I appreciate all of the instructions, photos, and variety.

[Maurren · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fabulous descriptions and photos for hand building several pieces, mostly containers and not flat plates etc. Many decorating ideas too.

[James Hurley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent and informative book that is full of fun and inspiration. Written for the beginner but still full of information for the teaching professional. I will be adding this one to my library at some point!

[Chris Allen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am going to spend some time exploring and practicing these techniques. An exciting area to work in, and very tactile.

[Rachel England-Brassy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved this book

[Elena May · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great basic book with some unusual items to make also. This book even shows you how to hand pinch functional lids. I can hardly wait to get my hands dirty and try some of the projects.

[Heather · Rating 4 out of 5]

There was a nice mix on visual and verbal directions.