How do you roll a slab?
How thick/thin should a slab be before using?
How do you connect slabs effectively?
Would a template help create multiple slabs?
Stage of Clay (described as Butter)
SOFT SLAB (butter on the counter) - very soft, malleable, sticky
LEATHERHARD (butter that is refrigerated) - rigid, motionless, cool
Bone Dry (butter from the freezer) - brittle and fragile
How thick/thin should a slab be before using?
How do you connect slabs effectively?
Would a template help create multiple slabs?
Stage of Clay (described as Butter)
SOFT SLAB (butter on the counter) - very soft, malleable, sticky
LEATHERHARD (butter that is refrigerated) - rigid, motionless, cool
Bone Dry (butter from the freezer) - brittle and fragile
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How to use the Slab Roller
1. Use New Clay to Assure a slab with no trapped air. Only wedge clay if you are using student made clay.
2. Place boards on one side of slab roller for thickness.
3.Fold canvas in half and place fold toward the rollers on top of the boards
4.Place the clay on the inside of the folded canvas. Place it right next to the fold.
5. Use the heel of your hand to spread clay thinner, so if goes through the roller easier.
6.Use the handle to crank the slab roller
1. Use New Clay to Assure a slab with no trapped air. Only wedge clay if you are using student made clay.
2. Place boards on one side of slab roller for thickness.
3.Fold canvas in half and place fold toward the rollers on top of the boards
4.Place the clay on the inside of the folded canvas. Place it right next to the fold.
5. Use the heel of your hand to spread clay thinner, so if goes through the roller easier.
6.Use the handle to crank the slab roller