I am brand new to pottery, never had a formal class. Only a very very deep YouTube rabbit hole. Long story short I dug dirt and made clay and threw what I would call a Teacup and Saucer. Pictures below. Now it’s dry and I have a microwave kiln so I will bisque fire it. My question is if it survives. Does anyone have any personal experience with which glazes are the best for the microwave kilns?

I’m hoping to get my first kiln later this year and trying to figure out what size to go for. I’m looking at a 60 litre 15amp as the electrics are more straightforward but wondering if in the long run I’d be better getting the electrics sorted for a bigger option? It will be in a shed at the side of my house. I’d love to hear about people’s experiences and if your first kiln has been your only one? 😁

Hi all - I have my 2nd market tomorrow and the first one with 2 tables, gazebo, etc. I had a dry run last night and would love some constructive feedback on improvements to the look. I’ve ordered some battery powered fairy lights for the gazebo to brighten it up a bit. The layout is ok but I’m not 100% happy with it. Does anyone have any thoughts on if it’s better to group by colour or function? Ie practical things together then decorative things together or does it not really matter? This is a massive learning curve for me so your thoughts would be appreciated! 😊 Also a massive shout out to Maxine at Collypit Pottery for her wuuurm tutorial and Audrey Lynn Studios for the bee bowls and everyone else for the glaze inspirations!

Does everyone on here have a personal kiln? I currently only have the ability to fire my pieces at a community art center. I don't know if I can have a kiln if my own or even afford one!

Can you please share any tips, tricks, tutorials for how to use gelli plates for ceramics? I am interested in using a gelli plate and I have a little one, but I’m having a hard time doing anything other than screenprinting on it. I’d like to try other things!