Materials Needed:
- La Doll Premier Lightweight Stone Clay
- Water Bowl
- Sponge
- Sanding Block
- Pencil
- Black Paint Markers
Step 1
Sphere
Roll clay into a sphere.
Step 2
Center Hole
Push your thumb into the center of the clay sphere.
Step 3
Widen
Pinch the clay with your thumb and forefinger starting at the bottom and turning as you go.
Step 4
Width
Stop pinching when the pot is wide enough. Pots can be formed to any width and depth.
Step 5
Smooth
Smooth with fingertips and a damp sponge.
Step 6
Dry
Set bowl aside and allow to dry. Clay will become lighter and harder as it dries.
Step 7
Smooth
After the pot has completely dried it will be very hard. Sand any bumps with a sanding block.
Step 8
Design
Sketch a design onto the pot using a pencil.
Step 9
Outline
Draw over the sketch lines with the paint marker.
*Optional
Step 10
Frame
Shallow pinch pots can be displayed in a shadow box. Adhere pot to the inside of the box with adhesive and allow to dry before hanging.