Supplies Needed:
- LUNA Speckled Stoneware clay
- Rolling pin
- 3/4” measuring sticks
- Board shape template
- Needle clay tool
- Circle punch tool
- Texture tools
- Sponge
- Water bowl
- Activ-Tools: 10 inch Diameter Clay Sculpting Wheel
- Mid fire glazes
- Brush
Step 1
Clay Slab
Roll out a 3/4” slab of clay using a rolling pin and measuring sticks.
Step 2
Board Shape
Place the shape template on top of the clay slab.
Cut out the board shape using a needle tool.
Remove the access clay from around the board shape.
Step 3
Hanging Slot
Insert the clay hole punch into the board’s handle and remove the access clay.
Step 4
Design
Mark a circle shape in the center of the board shape.
Leave a border of clay around the edges.
Use texture tools and indent a design in the center of the circle shape.
Step 5
Smooth
Use a damp sponge to smooth out any rough areas around the edges of the board.
*OPTIONAL
Step 6
Name Tags
Use the scrap clay to create individual name tags for the types of cheeses desired to serve with the board.
Step 7
Dry
Allow clay to fully dry. Drying time will vary depending on temperature and humidity.
*TIP: Drying the clay between two plaster boards will help the clay dry flat.
Step 8
Bisque Fire
Fire the clay bowl in the kiln to cone 04.
Bisque: Cone 04 (1915ºF)
Step 9
Glaze
Apply glaze to the bisque clay according to manufacturer’s directions.
*NOTE: This clay board is glazed with Amaco Satin Matte Glaze - SM-10 Clear Satin Glaze
Step 10
Glaze Fire
Fire the glazed piece in the kiln. Follow manufacturer’s firing guidelines.
Firing range: 1200-1260ºC / 2192-2300ºF / Cone 5-7
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