I’m brand new to pottery! I enjoyed this video. I’ll be making my first handle this week to put on my first mug. Looking forward to watching more of your videos!
I've even watched a potter that attached clay to the top portion of the mug and then pulled the handle. I make handles by the coil method. I've got to try the clay tool next time. Cheers!
I am in Ceramics I at ASUB. My first handles we coil built. I was really not happy with the way they looked even though they were functional. Now thanks to your video I have other methods to try. Keep the videos coming.
I make handles by making a coil, then using the piece of wood that I use for gauging thickness to get the handles straight. Finally I sometimes use a thin wooden stick - the kind you make kebabs on - and push it into the clay to make a line detail down the handle.
I like throwing my handles. I throw a slightly thicker cylinder, then I section off the cylinder and form the different sections (give one ridges, one is curved, one has two bands, etc). Then I use a needle to cut off each handle, trim it to length, and lay it in shape to dry
I have only worked by pulling the handles so far... (I’ve made exactly three) They have a nice look to them that way and rolling seemed harder! But pulling a smaller handle seems difficult so maybe I’ll try to roll a slab and cut it! Your videos are so well done. Thanks from a newly obsessed potter!
Thank goodness for your video! I’m new to pottery and winging it as I go :) now I can do the handle the right way on my first ever slab cup or cup of any kind for that matter. I was scoring the cut end of my handle 😂 and wondering why it didn’t seem stable. Handle number 5 is gonna be the one that sticks lol 👍🏻 thanks loads, love your demos.
I was taught to pull handles from the mug! So basically the same as your pulling method, except score and slip the clay onto the mug first and then begin pulling!
Your tips are always useful to me as I am rather intimidated by pulling handles...I still try but my handles are MOSTLY slab and coil handles...thanks Jon😊
Very cool indeed. But can I add a new handle to a broken mug? I have a mug with a photo of me and a buddy from an amusement park roller coaster back in in 98.....the handle broke about ten years ago and just recently I rediscovered it in the back of my my cupboard. My buddy passed away in 2020 way too young and I'd love to know if I can take this mug to a potter to have a new handle fitted?
Thanks again for a great informative video. I pull all my handles. I recently got an extruder and havent installed it yet. I am trying to decide to mount it on a table or the wall, I am moving soon and thinki g a table would be better. I built a big heavy table and that would work, but I am not sure if a table mount works well or not because I haave never seen one used other than on a wall. Or I could just wait until I move. Iove your videos. Thanks.
I've only made handles by pulling them because from what I was taught they are a lot stronger and more durable, but it's really cool seeing the other methods!
Your videos are so helpful!! How do you make your joining slip? My studio just uses vinegar and I haven't had great success with it and I'd like to make my own little jar.
I have glass vase that I've painted with acrylic paint - can I use Sculpey Air Dry Model Clay to create handles for those vases (and will they mount? If so, how do I "mount" them onto the vase? (Clay on acrylic/glass). Your works are beautiful
I'm a beginning potter. I can throw a pretty good cup, mug or stein, but my handles always look wonky. I'm thinking of getting a clay gun and going the extruded handle route. Many thanks for a great video.
From where you buy the foor ? I am from Egypt , i hope learning all beautiful thing you do , if you know some one can help me ,i don't know from where i can start
Wish I could pull handles better and that makes me want to try an extruder but they are so expensive for the hobbyist I might try the hack from Freddie using a caulk/mastic gun ...
I like pulled handles a lot, but don't do them that often because I feel like I'm not that good at making them, tho I suppose that's why I should be pulling handles more often. Usually I'll do slab handles and smooth the edges with a gentle pulling. I bought a handle cutting ribbon tool, but don't care for it much, I have a hard time using consistent pressure while running the tool thru the clay and I end up with thin and thick spots.
I pull all my handles, because I like the slightly more organic, natural look this affords. I also like that you can taper the handle tbis way, which you can't do, with extruded handles. With that said, I know some production potters, who swear by extruded handles, both due to the consistency, speed of creation, and allegedly superior strength.(The clay and clay partucles are being compressed, during their production, as opposed to being stretched with a pulled handle.)
I pull and slab mine ... never done it with a tool and no extruder ... great video though I never turn while pulling ... they seem pretty even all round though, love indenting it with my thumb
I don't know about Jon, but I wait 1-2 days. If it's ready for trimming, it's ready for a handle. I shape my handles and let them dry for a couple of hours. Firm, still flexible.
Not to have it useable as a mug safely, you could possibly create a handle and glaze it then glue it on but this would not be safe to use and very hard to get it just the right size due to shrinkage etc. I'd tidy the break, to remove any sharp bits - it will probably need filing/sanding. Then your mum can safely use it as a pen pot, toothbrush pot, or general beaker.
I pull all my handles and once in a great while I use a slab. I don’t feel like the Clay is lined up properly when you just cut it from a block of clay. I think the extruder would be nice - maybe I’ll get one this year. I’ve been a powder for 25 years without one but you never know…🤔😀
If you don’t like him then don’t watch him. Would you ever go up to someone and say your face is goofy in person? No. Don’t hide behind the screen. It’s bad manners no matter how you say it.
I thought it would be helpful for him to know it comes off as unprofessional. I did not say HE was goofy. I did not say his FACE was goofy. I SAID he was using goofy EXPRESSIONS. There's a big difference.
Seriously? Thats rude Linnea and very judgmental. His playfulness and "goofy expressions" are what I enjoy the most about his videos. Why does he have to appear professional? He isnt a banker. And I dont see any videos on your channel so you arent really one to judge are you? Dont watch if you dont like. Jeesh!
I just started making mugs but have been intimated by the handles. This is so incredibly helpful, thank you so much!!
I’m brand new to pottery! I enjoyed this video. I’ll be making my first handle this week to put on my first mug. Looking forward to watching more of your videos!
Excellent video. I have not tried throwing a thick cylinder and cutting it into rings for handles, but it is yet another way!
I've even watched a potter that attached clay to the top portion of the mug and then pulled the handle. I make handles by the coil method. I've got to try the clay tool next time. Cheers!
Thank you so much for being very informative. You are famous in my ceramics class!
PVC pipe in a caulking gun with pvc test cap with shapes cut out for extruding.....Thanks for the video!
That’s brilliant! I’ll have to try that.
Nice.
I am in Ceramics I at ASUB. My first handles we coil built. I was really not happy with the way they looked even though they were functional. Now thanks to your video I have other methods to try. Keep the videos coming.
That's exactly what I do. Cost $7. Works great. Produces very consistent results.
I make handles by making a coil, then using the piece of wood that I use for gauging thickness to get the handles straight. Finally I sometimes use a thin wooden stick - the kind you make kebabs on - and push it into the clay to make a line detail down the handle.
I really appreciate your video because I got the best way i can make the handle of mug
you worth more than thanks
I use a $5 extruder I bought at wally world for play dough
New potter, making handles for the first time. Thanks for presenting the basics for me. Very accessible & fun. Instant subscriber!
I like throwing my handles. I throw a slightly thicker cylinder, then I section off the cylinder and form the different sections (give one ridges, one is curved, one has two bands, etc). Then I use a needle to cut off each handle, trim it to length, and lay it in shape to dry
NeoDaVinci 97 you have a video of this. Very smart idea
I do this too!
I only do that if I’m throwing little espresso cups
i never tried that but, I think I will. ...great idea.
I just started in the world of pottery...I love it! Thanks for the tips..
Still trying to find what works for me...thanks for all the suggestions .
Love this...NO RULES. Thank you
I have only worked by pulling the handles so far... (I’ve made exactly three) They have a nice look to them that way and rolling seemed harder! But pulling a smaller handle seems difficult so maybe I’ll try to roll a slab and cut it!
Your videos are so well done. Thanks from a newly obsessed potter!
Thank goodness for your video! I’m new to pottery and winging it as I go :) now I can do the handle the right way on my first ever slab cup or cup of any kind for that matter. I was scoring the cut end of my handle 😂 and wondering why it didn’t seem stable. Handle number 5 is gonna be the one that sticks lol 👍🏻 thanks loads, love your demos.
I’ve done mine with a coil and with a slab. Haven’t heard much success with pulling but I’m going to give it a try again 🙂
I was taught to pull handles from the mug! So basically the same as your pulling method, except score and slip the clay onto the mug first and then begin pulling!
Thanks for this and all your videos! Very helpful!
Your tips are always useful to me as I am rather intimidated by pulling handles...I still try but my handles are MOSTLY slab and coil
handles...thanks Jon😊
Very cool indeed.
But can I add a new handle to a broken mug?
I have a mug with a photo of me and a buddy from an amusement park roller coaster back in in 98.....the handle broke about ten years ago and just recently I rediscovered it in the back of my my cupboard. My buddy passed away in 2020 way too young and I'd love to know if I can take this mug to a potter to have a new handle fitted?
Thanks again for a great informative video. I pull all my handles. I recently got an extruder and havent installed it yet. I am trying to decide to mount it on a table or the wall, I am moving soon and thinki g a table would be better. I built a big heavy table and that would work, but I am not sure if a table mount works well or not because I haave never seen one used other than on a wall. Or I could just wait until I move. Iove your videos. Thanks.
My favorite way to make a handle is pulling one. I like how the handle looks and feels on the finished mug .
I tend to pull all of my handles, I find it is quick and looks the nicest for my work.
I've only made handles by pulling them because from what I was taught they are a lot stronger and more durable, but it's really cool seeing the other methods!
Your videos are so helpful!!
How do you make your joining slip? My studio just uses vinegar and I haven't had great success with it and I'd like to make my own little jar.
I have glass vase that I've painted with acrylic paint - can I use Sculpey Air Dry Model Clay to create handles for those vases (and will they mount? If so, how do I "mount" them onto the vase? (Clay on acrylic/glass). Your works are beautiful
Kewl. I'm using an extruder as well. Makes the handles more consistent and also I can make them faster :) . Thanks for sharing. Cheers!
Where the mug and handle still very moist or did you wait until it was leather hard?
Your videos are so fun! Lol! I also sculpt mine from a number of small sprigs sometimes 🤷🏻♀️☺️💖
Hello ! Well I think I've never made a handle, but I think my favorite way to do it would be to sculpt it. Have a good day !
I'm a beginning potter. I can throw a pretty good cup, mug or stein, but my handles always look wonky. I'm thinking of getting a clay gun and going the extruded handle route. Many thanks for a great video.
Hi Jonthepotter… Greetings from janicethepotter. Troublesome couple of years for me... but "I'm back. Thanks for the fun to watch video.
janicethepotter I love your glaze videos. Hope things are better and you’re back!!!
Jon, when using the extruder try putting you clay in a plastic shopping bag. It makes cleaning up much quicker.
Thanks for the tip!
I used a hand extruded with cut out. I also roll a slab and put stamp design, then shape
Great video - informative and entertaining :)
Beautiful, thanks for sharing.
that was really helpful
From where you buy the foor ? I am from Egypt , i hope learning all beautiful thing you do , if you know some one can help me ,i don't know from where i can start
Wish I could pull handles better and that makes me want to try an extruder but they are so expensive for the hobbyist I might try the hack from Freddie using a caulk/mastic gun ...
I like pulled handles a lot, but don't do them that often because I feel like I'm not that good at making them, tho I suppose that's why I should be pulling handles more often. Usually I'll do slab handles and smooth the edges with a gentle pulling. I bought a handle cutting ribbon tool, but don't care for it much, I have a hard time using consistent pressure while running the tool thru the clay and I end up with thin and thick spots.
I'm teaching my students to use the coil method right now!
I pull all my handles, because I like the slightly more organic, natural look this affords. I also like that you can taper the handle tbis way, which you can't do, with extruded handles.
With that said, I know some production potters, who swear by extruded handles, both due to the consistency, speed of creation, and allegedly superior strength.(The clay and clay partucles are being compressed, during their production, as opposed to being stretched with a pulled handle.)
You and Dante said milking a cow. Nobody that milked a cow thinks its like milking cows. ha
I grew up milking cows. No its not exactly the same but it was the first thing I thought.
It's not cows I think of milking, but I'm a dirty potter!
Pull or extrude- gives me the most consistent handles. Of the two I pull most often.
Pulling handles works best for me. (Wish I had an extruder) Also, I saw you at the top of r/pottery! Well done!
I pull and slab mine ... never done it with a tool and no extruder ... great video though
I never turn while pulling ... they seem pretty even all round though, love indenting it with my thumb
how long after making the cup do you wait to attach the handle?
I don't know about Jon, but I wait 1-2 days. If it's ready for trimming, it's ready for a handle. I shape my handles and let them dry for a couple of hours. Firm, still flexible.
Hello, I'm just wondering if there's a way to make a handle for a already made mug, I accidentally broke the handle off my moms favorite mug
Not to have it useable as a mug safely, you could possibly create a handle and glaze it then glue it on but this would not be safe to use and very hard to get it just the right size due to shrinkage etc. I'd tidy the break, to remove any sharp bits - it will probably need filing/sanding. Then your mum can safely use it as a pen pot, toothbrush pot, or general beaker.
I extrude my handles also. fast easy and most consistent handles
I could really use an extruder for my ceramics finals rn
I pull all my handles and once in a great while I use a slab. I don’t feel like the Clay is lined up properly when you just cut it from a block of clay. I think the extruder would be nice - maybe I’ll get one this year. I’ve been a powder for 25 years without one but you never know…🤔😀
Please tell us about the recipe of clay
I throw my handles on the wheel, one lump of clay makes many and it's quick and easy.
I am a beginner. How would you do that?
Liking extruding the best. I can't pull handles.
Can I use a playdoh extruder? 😂
I tried that! the clay was too stiff and I busted it!!!
@@flogusgladly5370 OH NO but now that you say it, it makes sense lmao, thank you and your extruder for your sacrifices
😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
“Without a handle it’s just a cup”
Definitely extruding
coil
Will you marry me?
You may have good content, but the goofy expressions don't help your videos. Just makes me want to stop watching faster. It just looks juvenile.
If you don’t like him then don’t watch him. Would you ever go up to someone and say your face is goofy in person? No. Don’t hide behind the screen. It’s bad manners no matter how you say it.
I thought it would be helpful for him to know it comes off as unprofessional. I did not say HE was goofy. I did not say his FACE was goofy. I SAID he was using goofy EXPRESSIONS. There's a big difference.
If that makes you feel better...just reread what you wrote and see if you would like that said about you and/or your expressions.
Seriously? Thats rude Linnea and very judgmental. His playfulness and "goofy expressions" are what I enjoy the most about his videos. Why does he have to appear professional? He isnt a banker. And I dont see any videos on your channel so you arent really one to judge are you? Dont watch if you dont like. Jeesh!
Oh, well. Not everyone is going to enjoy the same presentation. I find John’s videos both informative and entertaining.