Fimo and clay tips and tutorials
This too clever of an idea comes from TooAquaris. She has taken her scrap clays, mixed them up and rolled them through the pasta machine to create flat layers to fold up. It looks like she put wax paper between each layer. How’s that for space saving and visually inspiring?
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If you’ve ever dreamed of making your own dinnerware but thought you needed fancy tools or a pottery wheel, this YouTube tutorial by Jana Storm is a must-watch. In this video, Jana walks us through the process of creating handmade stoneware plates using simple methods and beginner-friendly tips.
Jana shows how to shape and form plates using stoneware clay with 25% chamotte in white. What makes this tutorial so appealing is that she proves you don’t need a wheel to create functional, food-safe ceramics. She also shares tips for pottering at home and reassures beginners that even without a full studio setup, you can still make beautiful pieces.
To finish the plates, Jana uses liquid glazes from BOTZ:
She also works with a simple pottery tool starter set, showing that you don’t need an expensive kit to get started.
This video is a perfect entry point for anyone curious about ceramics. The tutorial is well-paced, easy to follow, and practical for home hobbyists. While it does require kiln access, Jana gives great advice for finding one nearby. The finished plates are not only beautiful but also functional — making this tutorial both inspiring and useful.
If you’ve been thinking about trying your hand at DIY stoneware pottery, this is the video to start with.
what a great idea!!!! I think this is genious!!!
I’m going to try this one out myself. My scraps are all in little balls and clumps in a box. Not very inspiring!