The Ceramics Insider

Issue Index | 2001

September 20, 2001

The Ceramics Insider sponsored by Creative Glazes.
http://www.creativeglazes.com/
Contents:
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* Warning!
* Ceramics Insider Tip ~ Drop and Fill
* Red, White and Blue SALE
* Submit Your Tip and Get a Gift Certificate
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* Warning
In our last newsletter we told you that Duncan's CoverCoats can now be used on bisque. That information was exactly as it came from Duncan. However, some of our most trusted experts have issued the warning that this is not a good idea. CoverCoats are made of a combination of slip and color. When you paint CoverCoats on greenware you are acutally adhering the color to the clay, they merge and become one. If you paint on bisque the color may pop-off after firing and cause your piece to be ruined.
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* Ceramics Insider Tip ~ Drop and Fill
Here is an easy, and fun, way to fill an area with Concepts Underglaze for Bisque. First lightly draw an outline (with a soft pencil) of what you want to paint onto your bisque piece. Then, use a large brush (i.e. #8 round) to SCOOP up a large dollop of paint and drop it into the outlined area. Use the tip of the brush, held straight up and down, to gently push the paint to the edges of your outline. If necessary scoop and drop another blob of paint to finish filling the area. Fill all the areas you wish with the first color, then wash your brush and move on to your next color. When finished you will have a beautifully filled, brightly colored - dimensional! - opaque design on your bisque piece. Add clear glaze and fire.
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* SALE Items (limited time offer)

GO134 Calypso Red $4.60 (normally $5.75)
FD 258 French Dimensions Pure White $2.00 (normally $2.45)
GO120 Nautical Blue $4.00 (normally $5.05)
GL612 Diamond Clear $5.60 (normally $6.75)
1 FREE Quick Stick with each glaze purchase. You must click 'Add to My Order' button on the sale page to get this item.
http://www.creativeglazes.com/sale.htm
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* Submit Your Tip and Get a Gift Certificate
If you have a helpful hint, tip, or trick you would like to share, send it to theceramicsinsider@creativeglazes.com. If we use your tip in The Ceramics Insider, you will receive a $15 gift certificate at our sponsor, Creative Glazes and get your name in print! (or remain anonymous, if you prefer.)
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* Web Links Do you have a ceramic related website? Would you like to trade links? If so, e-mail us for details -
glazes@creativeglazes.com

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