Visible Joining

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How do I join my clay?

Visible Joining

Sometimes we want to preserve the texture of the joined pieces, so we don't want to work the seam too much. In such cases it's best to:

· Assemble the clay as wet as possible.

· Smooth it as much as we can from the inside of the form. The textured side can be supported by a slightly damp sponge or towel.

· Go ahead and smooth the joint but then cover it with a trim piece that can be textured to match or complement the piece.

· Pots assembled from pieces or with added handles or appendages should be dried slowly.

   

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