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using pure and simple bat molds

updated tue 10 oct 00

 

Julie on sun 8 oct 00


I have been trying to throw plates using Pure & Simple Bat Molds. The
plates crack before they are released from the mold. I am leaving them to
dry covered in plastic over night. As they are of uniform thickness I do
not think that was the problem. Any ideas on what is causing the problem?
Thanks in advance

ferenc jakab on mon 9 oct 00


> dry covered in plastic over night. As they are of uniform thickness I do
> not think that was the problem. Any ideas on what is causing the problem?
> Thanks in advance

Julie,
What are you using as a separating agent? They may be catching as they
shrink. I use talc with my sculptures, just lightly dusted with a cloth bag
containing the talc. Breathing mask of course. I don't know how the Talc
would effect the glaze.
Feri.