Question:
How do I roll a slab?
Slab Mug
This slab can be rolled from agate ware, textured slab or plain slab.
1. Cut a template of the shape, obviously straight to triangular shapes accomodate this proceedure better.
2. Cut 1/2" slab to required template. Form to desired shape.
3. Join seam in mug body as shown in joining tips.
4. Cut base to suit.
5. Join base to slab as shown in slab joining tips.
6. Leave to leather hard.
7. Add handle
Your work is now ready for firing!
Basic slab
Slabs
One of the easiest techniques a potter incorporates, this technique is used for a multitude of purposes....from a basic flop moulded bowl to intricate formed plaster relief slabs that are then made into boxes or sculptures.(See the work of Gabrielle Schitzenbaumer). The simplest method of rolling slabs is of course a slab roller, if you have access to one, but most of us use the rolling pin method. A large rolling pin is needed without moving parts. Also 2 wooden boards 1 inch wide x 1cm thick, these are used as a rolling guide. Cut a piece of clay from your block, pace a cloth over a flat surface(this stops the clay from sticking to the surface) and roll from the centre outward, then turn the slab over and procced as before.....repeat this process until the clay slab is approx 1.5 cm thick. Place roller guides on either side of slab approx 1cm from the sides and roll flat. Your slab is now ready to use!
Sticking textured slabs
If you like to work on pieces of clay that require rolling to form thick sheets for cutting out flower petals and leaves, you may find that the clay sticks to your roller. Next time, try putting a piece of plastic between the clay and your roller to prevent this from happening
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