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handles cracking/question

updated sat 4 jun 05

 

Marcia Selsor on fri 3 jun 05


Peter,
I put my hanger/nubs on the back of my slabs right after I roll them.
Why do you wait till they are stiff?
My slabs are flat. Just curious.
Marcia Selsor
On Jun 3, 2005, at 3:14 AM, Peter Cunicelli wrote:

> Thanks Lee. The slabs are probably too stiff for the wax to do any
> good
> by the time I'm ready to put the handle on.
>
> I've also started using a modified paper clay slip. I use the
> Magic Water
> as well, when making the slip. I just started using it so I'm not
> totally
> sure what my results will be. Also, this new studio is a LOT drier
> than
> the other. So, clay dries quickly. It's got a great view and awesome
> energy, though.
>
> Peter (www.petercunicelli.com)