My 6 inch glory hole cracked in half last night while I was working on a big vase

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Did Emma mention that potter's trick with the extra coil? I've tried it and it really does help, but you have to be careful not to add too much or it makes the wall uneven. I've found wetting the area right at that 6 inch spot before you pull up the next section can make a huge difference too. It lets the clay stretch more instead of just cracking under the stress. Stiff clay is a killer for tall pieces, it just doesn't want to move.

emma_rodriguez345d ago

That 6 inch mark is a real stress point on a lot of wheels. I saw a potter at the local studio who always reinforces the inside curve right there with an extra coil when she's throwing anything tall. Maybe the clay was just a little too stiff and couldn't handle the outward pressure?