IN THE NEWS READER FEEDBACK
We've been contacted by a reader asking if we could include more details of some of the materials used in our projects, including where to buy them – for example, the nichrome wire in the fox sculpture in our last issue. This is really helpful feedback for us and is something we'll be implementing in future issues. The wire used for the fox project was 20-gauge (0.8mm), but since this was a small and light project, a lighter gauge would have been fine, eg 22-gauge (0.6mm). This, along with other gauges, is in stock at bluematchbox.co.uk If there's anything you'd like us to explain in more detail, please do let us know by emailing the editor at claycraft.ed@kelsey. co.uk
If you have a news story, product launch or details of some other topical item you’d like our readers to know about, email claycraft.ed@kelsey.co.uk
New clay body
TKJ Throwing and Handbuilding Body is a versatile clay for use on the wheel and in hand-building. This clay has been developed in collaboration with Tom Knowles Jackson, with properties specifically suited to throwing on a momentum wheel. The clay is responsive to work with on a slow-moving wheel yet retains the plasticity necessary for full-bellied forms and larger vessels and has excellent green strength. TKJ Throwing and Handbuilding Body fires to a gentle warm brown
in reduction and a golden buff in oxidation (recommended firing range 1200-1300°C). Available now at: potclays.co.uk
Spring: Blossom – 40 Years in the Making
An exhibition full of the joys of spring! Jewellery, ceramics, sculptures and wall art by a selection of blossoming talented makers accompanied by makers rediscovered from a remarkable 40-year archive, including some real Yorkshire treasures. Vibrant colours and patterns, nature in all its glory, and amazing wildlife are explored by some of the most talented makers on the craft scene. Heather ● 5th February – 30th April Elvidge ● craftcentreleeds.co.uk
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