Oh wow. So organized. I've been doing pottery for about 12 months. I have turned my little study into a studio. I organize my things on shelves, containers and label's too. You're creative and so darn beautiful as well. I so enjoy your energy you made me smile.
Use canvas on top/bottom of the clay with your slab roller! There will still be texture, but a rib tool can easily take care of that. You don’t want naked clay meeting the clay roller itself. Beautiful studio!
Thank you so much! I have since fixed the issue with the roller dropping all those little bits...It was surprisingly easy, there is a spray adhesive from 3M that encompassed all the little bits🤭... Instead of canvas, I use a slab sheet/mat which is a synthetic material without texture and is pretty amazing for protecting the clay and giving a smooth finish at the same time...mind you there are times when I still use canvas. Thank you again for your help!
Hi Sarah. I started watching your video to give me a visual of all the the things I need for my "complete Studio". Right now I am working from my outside -makeshift- studio that is basically where my washing line is. (lol) If there's a will, there's a way- and right now my will is to leave my dream life of being an ceramic artist. ;) First year in, and i am so motivated yet so lost in this great adventure. Anyway just wanted to say Hi and Thank you for showing me how it's done.
OMG, I just bought an aluminum bat system on Etsy and I LOVE IT. I will never buy another wood one because all of mine...I have 3 diff ones...are warped! Let me know if you want the link. It's a little pricey but it is amazing. Thanks so much for sharing your studio. I'm impressed with your organization! I struggle with it myself. Nice to see your process. 💌
YES please! Send the me that link! I'm quite the tool junky and always looking for better systems to help stay on top of my work. pssst...If I don't organize I'm an absolute disaster and I find my creativity begins to diminish because all I can focus on is the mess around me haha!
Hey! I was also going to suggest contacting Bailey about the rust on the roller. Im going to assume they will tell you to clean it well with a wire brush and then use oil on it but be sure to ask what the best kind of oil is to use. I got a used slab roller as well and there is some kind of grease on the inside. Im so glad you found one! I have found most of my things on Facebook marketplace. Back in the day before Facebook I found my kiln and a ton of molds and glazes etc from a woman’s ad in the newspaper! Lol I found a 6” extruder on Facebook as well!! As for the kiln I know you would get soooo much use out of a bigger kiln! I don’t know how I ran a business with my little 15” kiln for so long. I have a Cress 10 27 and it’s perfect! It takes a while to make enough to fill it up but I am on a schedule that works for me!! I can’t believe how organized you are!! What an incredible space you have!! I move back and forth to my garage and inside the house when it’s too hot or too cold so im always moving stuff around. But my glazing area is completely separate so I don’t have to worry about the dust so much.
Thanks for the intel on the roller! I will reach out to Bailey for sure! We are in the same age group as I too remember having to use the newspaper or the buy & sell to find used items! 🤭 I know I will do sooo much better with a larger kiln, so I just need to make enough $$$ to afford to buy one or as you suggested update it with a controller. so many things to think about!!! I was like you moving around the house in order to get my work done, then I carved out a corner and slowly spread out...I'm so lucky to have the space that I do! Thanks so much for all of your support and amazing ideas!!
@@SarahWaltonPottery You are so very welcome! I pray you’re able to get a bigger kiln soon. I kept checking Facebook marketplace almost daily for about 6 months to find my extruder. Then the people lived in a state next to me and I’m not able to drive right now so I couldn’t get to it but they said they would deliver it!!!! They had always wanted to take a trip to where I live so they made a long weekend of it!! I was shocked! It ALL worked out soo well. I still can’t believe they did that! Anyway. I am very lucky to have the space that I have as well. I just so wish it was all in one area lol!!
Great space! Jealous of your ability to spread out. For your slab roller. It looks as though the roller was left outside in the elements. It's probably rust flaking off. Maybe scrape it with a wire brush and then use machine oil and wire brush it again, then wipe it off really well. Don't wash it with water.
I loved your studio tour, it gave me some great ideas. I’m in the middle of adding new shelves in my garage studio and I loved your towers. I have everything on wheels also! 😄 Thank you for sharing it with us!🙏🏻💞
Hi Sarah, a video tip: the last video of John Britt. It is about a glaze I think you will love on dark clay. It is beautiful and makes drips. I would see it working very well on you dark clay cups. I had to think immediately about you when I saw the video.
One woman's trash is another woman's treasure. Anything we can get for free is like gold. I used plastic place mats to protect surfaces from clay. I almost fonated them. I love storage things. I don't have a studio set up as any space I get, my son takes it over, lol.
HaHa, I know what you mean! I'm so blessed that I don't have to share my space 🤭 Love the idea of plastic mats to protect your work area! thanks for the tip!
I got to view upon release, but didn't have access to comment (I watch on my TV) Love it that you lay things out so nicely. there is a possibility that I may be preparing to make a move, and so will be unclear what lies ahead for my "space" praying that it will be better then I can imagine! I love your sectioned out spaces, very organized! Thank you for sharing!
Hi KD!!! Ahhhh moving is dreadful, so I feel for you girl!! Fingers crossed that you get and even better place to play with the clay!! I totally get it because I too watch YT on my TV in my living room. I've only recently figure out how to give a thumbs up 🤭
Thanks for the tour! I am just finishing my new space which is only 10x14 but bigger than the small bathroom that I’m currently using (really)! I’m still working out how to best organize my stuff and yours is a great example - just need to pare it down!
Love that your ‘upgrading’ your space, how exciting!! I’m always changing, adding, moving things around. I’m grateful for the ability to do so. 10x14 is a great size space, especially if you have walls!! (My studio doesn’t) vertical space is premium…shelves, shelves, shelves and more shelves!! I’m glad I was able to give you some ideas 🥰
I also have the 16" Bailey slab roller. Got it brand new several years ago (can't remember when, maybe 2015?). It's still like brand new, it's such an awesome brand. However, my roller is different. It's a tan color, not textured, no grainy bits. If you go to their website, that's exactly what mine looks like. I wonder if you can order a replacement roller and get the roller I have?
Thank you for this info!! I will check it out and see if that's a possibility. I was also suggested to wire brush it off and oil it...I'm going to do a little bit more research and come up with a plan! Thank you for sharing! Potter's are just so amazing!!
Yay!! I'm so glad you enjoyed it and got some ideas too! I've just done a revamp of my studio and move some (not all) things around...I'm always doing that to try and improve on efficiencies...if things get too cluttered I loose my focus and get distracted...uggh🤭
Wonderful! I'm excited for you! It's so much fun to imagine a space and then see it unfold in real life! Send me a picture when it's all up and running!!
Thanks for showing us your space. I’m trying to figure out how to reorganize my pottery studio so I can streamline processes. I have a standing North Star slab roller. It’s positioned smack dab in the middle of everything and I use it as a nice sized work table, primarily when I glaze. Problem is it’s always so full of stuff that I haven’t been able to roll any slabs for months now. Something is definitely not working! You’ve given me some good ideas about creating stations for each process. And put everything on wheels!
Yay!! I'm so happy you got some ideas!! I totally get it, I too had to sit down and figure out some workflow solutions as tables get cluttered and messy and I loose my focus when it's like that. I'm always changing/moving things around to help me out...and I made a resolution to keep my studio tidy this year... so far I'm doing ok 😉
@@SarahWaltonPottery I admire you for putting those links out there! I have always had issues feeling worthy I deserve something, so to see you do that really helps expand my belief that it’s ok to ask for support and succeed and thrive. I can afford it right now because I’m a nurse and can’t seem to jump off that ship to do pottery full time…but watching you is CERTAINLY helping me with that!
I just love all your vidoes!!! Also, thank you for being our Pottery Auntie and sharing where you get stuff from. Newbie over here and though, yes i believe searching and researching is important and the grind of it all, but its nice to get some tips too along the way haha. :)
Maybe clean the roller with a stiff brass brush? It's gonna be messy but might get some of that coating off there? Mine is a silver metal one with a different surface so I'm not sure what the black is?
I think I'm going to reach out to Bailey directly to see what can be done...I dont want to ruin it, but brushing it off and oiling it seems to be the consensus...I thought it was the finish on the roller (both have it) and I thought it was just failing, now everyone seems to think it's rust or something like that. 🤔
Awesome Studio Sarah! I also have a basement studio (have to admin, not half as clean or organized as yours, but it works for me after many re-arranging. One question, I see you have concrete floors...how do you clean them? I wet (and I do mean WET) mop the hell out of mine as I have a french drain but if you have any suggestions I would love to hear them. Thanks!!! Waiting to see more from you soon!
Hi Mariede, I do the exact same...😵💫! Mop the hell out of it, about 3-4 times! I forgot to show it in my video, but I have another large bucket that I pour the dirty floor water into, the silt gradually sinks to the bottom and I dump the rest outside. I plan on painting the floor in the somewhat near future which should help immensely with clean up as the paint will help with the porousness of the concrete so I may only have to mop once 🤞🏼...that's the plan anyway...🤭
Thanks for sharing sooooo many great ideas. I will certainly be dipping into this video again and again. Where did you get that amazing four- sided trolley, the throwing/ hand building one??❤
You are so very welcome!! I got the trolly from a arts and crafts store called Michael's which I believe is throughout Canada and US...I've seen similar on Amazon but I like the Michael's one better it's called Gramercy rolling cart by Simply Tidy. I added a link in the description and hopefully you will be able to source something like it...it's totally amazing!
I did but more bats for the original system. Had and didn’t realize t check the thickness of the pieces! NB check the thickness or you removable pieces
Did they fit? I ended up buying more of the Dirty GIrl bcuz I the Bleeker system only gives 6 bat inserts and the Dirty Girl gives 10 in their replaceable. I already have the master bat I went for the DG as the price for the Bleeker entire system was relative.
Thank you so much for sharing! Lots of great information and very timely. I'm just starting my very small studio in the garage and basement and I'm so excited! I saw you have a saddle chair...is that what you use to throw? Do you like it? If so, where did you get it from? Thank you so much!! I love watching all of your videos and your glaze combos are always fantastic!
Yes, it is a saddle chair and I absolutely LOVE it! I use it when I throw and when I'm working at the table as it easily moves around, I got it off Amazon, there is a link for it in the description in the video that will redirect to your country. I'm so pleased to hear that you enjoy my work...it very encouraging when I hear how it impacts people, thank you!
Hi Debi, I mop like crazy! About once a week, going over the studio 3-4 times. I keep a bucket in the studio (I forgot to show it) that I dump the dirty water in. Then as all the sediment sink to the bottom I then pour out the clear water and dump the dirt left over outside. I have a little rocky area in my side yard that’s perfect.
I had to go back and find it...but I was successful! It's in th-cam.com/video/yRgOniSi49s/w-d-xo.html ...I just updated all the timestamp info in the description so you can fast forward to the hold/soak part...enjoy!
@@SarahWaltonPottery OMG! So grateful because I could not figure out how to do a hold until I came across your vid but forgot where I noted it down! Thanks!
Where can I find your stuff for purchase? Also - thanks for sharing this. My husband just built me a studio in his garage, and these are such great ideas.
Hi Laura!! Thank you so much for watching my videos and supporting my channel!! I have a website sarahwaltonpottery.com where you can purchase my work...I haven't updated my site for a bit as I've been doing markets but sign up for my email list and Instagram for shop update info!
Please come to oregon and set me up ! I love your organization, ❤😂😊 anyday your welcome here !Say yes ,we will be best friends for sure!, we got the same blood running through us .total serious! if you want to see Oregon, come stay with me.❤ P.S. I'm not a crazy person 😅 just love you and your work😊
Hi Penny! These are available on my website... here is a link you can use. sarahwaltonpottery.com/collections/my-pottery-journal There are 3 colour options to choose from. Once you finish the purchase you will automatically receive an email with the attachment. Download it and save it to your computer. From there you can print and reprint the pages you use the most. Most of the pages are duplicated for an easier time if your printer can do double sided printing. 😉. Thank you, they really help me stay on top of things, and I hope it helps you too!!!!
I used Pottery Plaster. You should be able to get it from your local pottery store. It comes in 50lbs bags. I’ve used plaster of Paris which is available at hardware stores but it’s not as good, and I always had to line my damp box with newspaper because the plaster of Paris would flake off and into ky clay (which is bad) if you can’t get the pottery plaster use the plaster of Paris but be mindful of the downside listed above. 😉
Love your videos🥰 So I noticed you had Plainsman M350 and I just got a bunch of it and love it, but I’m a total beginner and I guess the term on plainsman’s website “semi-vitreous” has me a little spooked to use it for functional ware? Is it totally fine if I glaze (assuming no crazing of coarse) the entire piece except the bottom/foot, or could that base and foot get water in it and cause problems? I’m new to pottery so I don’t want to assume something and then give someone a mug that they put in the microwave and it burns them or something? Have you noticed anything with your m350 pieces absorbing water?🤷♀️ Thanks so much for the help, Sydney
Hi!! Thank you!! You are going to enjoy M350 as well as other Plainsman clays! Not to worry about the terminology, once it's fired up to cone 5-6 your are good to go for functional ware, it is vitrified enough to not absorb water etc. bare clay or not. If you watch some of my other videos you see that I often show off the bare clay on the outside of a pot, (food surfaces have to be sealed with a food safe glaze) if I use a pretty clay or I've marbled it...after it's been successfully fired to the proper cone temp you can even put it into the dishwasher... I have used M350 for cups and plates etc. As for someone burning their hand, I recommend darker, iron rich clay NOT be put into the microwave as the clay can get very hot. Heck, i've had some cheaper mugs get pretty dang hot in the microwave, but to be on the safe side I have little card that I insert with my pieces that provide this info...I also put it on my website...I hope I answered your questions okay and set your mind at ease...🥰
Hi Freida! It’s on my website, link is in the description…scroll to the bottom-ish. It’s a digital download that you print the pages, I’ll have to figure out how to make it iPads friendly, but for now it’s a manual journal.
I used Pam cooking spray in the bowl first, but it did leave a little bit of texture on the plaster, so I think next time I will just leave it alone and wait for it to shrink. I did film it but I've not had the time to edit! 😬
Hi Karen! Yes! I sell everything I make…check out my website www.sarahwaltonpottery.com I there is also a link in my bio, I ship worldwide, tho outside NA shipping can be quite pricey. Hope you find what you’re looking for! 🥰
Sarah you mentioned the alternative Bat system for throwing as an alternative to Dirty Girls. Can you clarify. I think you said Bleaker Bat system. Where to purchase in Canada please?
It came with a slab mat that seems to be doing the trick...tho I may get a couple more as it seems to need a few min in between uses. Thank you for all your amazing advice!!
OMG I nearly spit my coffee out when I read your comment 🤣 I can totally relate as I would be a total 'shitshow' trust me when I say it, I can be a Tasmanian Devil creating a whirlwind of carnage behind...I really have to focus on sorting myself out, otherwise I just spin my wheels! Thank you so much for watching!!
Hello Sista!! I just saw the funniest reel. It said AD/HD I’m on the Highway to..hey was that a squirrel! 🐿️ hahaha..that’s me! All over the place. I must keep organized or I’m doomed! 🤣🤣🤣
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I too love that you've left your pink insulation exposed...it's so apropos;)
I know right! Me and my Pink! 🤪
Oh wow. So organized. I've been doing pottery for about 12 months. I have turned my little study into a studio. I organize my things on shelves, containers and label's too.
You're creative and so darn beautiful as well. I so enjoy your energy you made me smile.
Thank you sooooo much Evelyn! 🤭 You are very kind!
I have never seen a more aptly named cat ❤
Hahaha! Right?!🤭
Use canvas on top/bottom of the clay with your slab roller! There will still be texture, but a rib tool can easily take care of that. You don’t want naked clay meeting the clay roller itself. Beautiful studio!
Thank you so much! I have since fixed the issue with the roller dropping all those little bits...It was surprisingly easy, there is a spray adhesive from 3M that encompassed all the little bits🤭... Instead of canvas, I use a slab sheet/mat which is a synthetic material without texture and is pretty amazing for protecting the clay and giving a smooth finish at the same time...mind you there are times when I still use canvas. Thank you again for your help!
I put my underglaze decals inside clear plastic sheets and place them in my 3 ring binder. Easy to find and store.
LOVE THIS IDEA!! Thank you for sharing!!
Do they ever stick to the plastic sleeve?
I love seeing your studio & process! Thank you for sharing - the packaging/shipping station you’re just packed full of helpful ideas! 💜💜💜
Thank you so much! I'm glad you got some ideas!! 🥰
Hi Sarah. I started watching your video to give me a visual of all the the things I need for my "complete Studio". Right now I am working from my outside -makeshift- studio that is basically where my washing line is. (lol) If there's a will, there's a way- and right now my will is to leave my dream life of being an ceramic artist. ;) First year in, and i am so motivated yet so lost in this great adventure. Anyway just wanted to say Hi and Thank you for showing me how it's done.
Wow!! Thank you so much!! I'm thrilled to hear you are getting inspiration for your own studio!! Slow and steady wins the race! 😘
OMG, I just bought an aluminum bat system on Etsy and I LOVE IT. I will never buy another wood one because all of mine...I have 3 diff ones...are warped! Let me know if you want the link. It's a little pricey but it is amazing. Thanks so much for sharing your studio. I'm impressed with your organization! I struggle with it myself. Nice to see your process. 💌
YES please! Send the me that link! I'm quite the tool junky and always looking for better systems to help stay on top of my work. pssst...If I don't organize I'm an absolute disaster and I find my creativity begins to diminish because all I can focus on is the mess around me haha!
Yay!! It worked!
@@SarahWaltonPottery wait…did the bat system link disappear? I posted it! I’ll send it to your website email
Hey! I was also going to suggest contacting Bailey about the rust on the roller. Im going to assume they will tell you to clean it well with a wire brush and then use oil on it but be sure to ask what the best kind of oil is to use. I got a used slab roller as well and there is some kind of grease on the inside. Im so glad you found one! I have found most of my things on Facebook marketplace. Back in the day before Facebook I found my kiln and a ton of molds and glazes etc from a woman’s ad in the newspaper! Lol I found a 6” extruder on Facebook as well!!
As for the kiln I know you would get soooo much use out of a bigger kiln! I don’t know how I ran a business with my little 15” kiln for so long. I have a Cress 10 27 and it’s perfect! It takes a while to make enough to fill it up but I am on a schedule that works for me!! I can’t believe how organized you are!! What an incredible space you have!! I move back and forth to my garage and inside the house when it’s too hot or too cold so im always moving stuff around. But my glazing area is completely separate so I don’t have to worry about the dust so much.
Thanks for the intel on the roller! I will reach out to Bailey for sure! We are in the same age group as I too remember having to use the newspaper or the buy & sell to find used items! 🤭 I know I will do sooo much better with a larger kiln, so I just need to make enough $$$ to afford to buy one or as you suggested update it with a controller. so many things to think about!!! I was like you moving around the house in order to get my work done, then I carved out a corner and slowly spread out...I'm so lucky to have the space that I do! Thanks so much for all of your support and amazing ideas!!
@@SarahWaltonPottery You are so very welcome! I pray you’re able to get a bigger kiln soon. I kept checking Facebook marketplace almost daily for about 6 months to find my extruder. Then the people lived in a state next to me and I’m not able to drive right now so I couldn’t get to it but they said they would deliver it!!!! They had always wanted to take a trip to where I live so they made a long weekend of it!! I was shocked! It ALL worked out soo well. I still can’t believe they did that! Anyway. I am very lucky to have the space that I have as well. I just so wish it was all in one area lol!!
Great space! Jealous of your ability to spread out. For your slab roller. It looks as though the roller was left outside in the elements. It's probably rust flaking off. Maybe scrape it with a wire brush and then use machine oil and wire brush it again, then wipe it off really well. Don't wash it with water.
Thanks Tiffany!! I will try that! Gotta love this community for helping one another!!
Your studio is Primo! The view...killer!!
@@SarahWaltonPottery Amen!
@@SarahWaltonPotteryPotters are the best for helping each other.
I love the fluffy pink wall covering. 👍🏻
Pink fibreglass insulation...One day it will be a finished basement🤭
Having zones is smart !
Thank you!! How's your studio coming along?
That was great. Thanks from sharing. Love your personality :)
Thanks so much Lizzy!! 🥰
I loved your studio tour, it gave me some great ideas. I’m in the middle of adding new shelves in my garage studio and I loved your towers. I have everything on wheels also! 😄
Thank you for sharing it with us!🙏🏻💞
Thanks Ana! I'm so glad you enjoyed the tour!!
Hi Sarah, a video tip: the last video of John Britt. It is about a glaze I think you will love on dark clay. It is beautiful and makes drips. I would see it working very well on you dark clay cups. I had to think immediately about you when I saw the video.
Thank Ann! I appreciate your suggestion! I'll check out his video!
One woman's trash is another woman's treasure. Anything we can get for free is like gold. I used plastic place mats to protect surfaces from clay. I almost fonated them. I love storage things. I don't have a studio set up as any space I get, my son takes it over, lol.
HaHa, I know what you mean! I'm so blessed that I don't have to share my space 🤭 Love the idea of plastic mats to protect your work area! thanks for the tip!
I got to view upon release, but didn't have access to comment (I watch on my TV) Love it that you lay things out so nicely. there is a possibility that I may be preparing to make a move, and so will be unclear what lies ahead for my "space" praying that it will be better then I can imagine! I love your sectioned out spaces, very organized! Thank you for sharing!
Hi KD!!! Ahhhh moving is dreadful, so I feel for you girl!! Fingers crossed that you get and even better place to play with the clay!! I totally get it because I too watch YT on my TV in my living room. I've only recently figure out how to give a thumbs up 🤭
Thanks for the tour! I am just finishing my new space which is only 10x14 but bigger than the small bathroom that I’m currently using (really)! I’m still working out how to best organize my stuff and yours is a great example - just need to pare it down!
Love that your ‘upgrading’ your space, how exciting!! I’m always changing, adding, moving things around. I’m grateful for the ability to do so. 10x14 is a great size space, especially if you have walls!! (My studio doesn’t) vertical space is premium…shelves, shelves, shelves and more shelves!! I’m glad I was able to give you some ideas 🥰
A studio to die for!!!!!!
Awww thanks Margot!!
I also have the 16" Bailey slab roller. Got it brand new several years ago (can't remember when, maybe 2015?). It's still like brand new, it's such an awesome brand. However, my roller is different. It's a tan color, not textured, no grainy bits. If you go to their website, that's exactly what mine looks like. I wonder if you can order a replacement roller and get the roller I have?
Thank you for this info!! I will check it out and see if that's a possibility. I was also suggested to wire brush it off and oil it...I'm going to do a little bit more research and come up with a plan! Thank you for sharing! Potter's are just so amazing!!
I enjoyed every second of this video! It's always helpful to see how others organize. I love it!
Yay!! I'm so glad you enjoyed it and got some ideas too! I've just done a revamp of my studio and move some (not all) things around...I'm always doing that to try and improve on efficiencies...if things get too cluttered I loose my focus and get distracted...uggh🤭
Beautiful studio! Thank you for sharing.
Thank you too!
Goodness me it’s so neat. Looks like a store ❤ mine is not presentable lol
Thank you...I did tidy up a bit before 😉
Great info!
Glad it was helpful! 🥰
Thanks! I'm in my first shared space. great storage and light and damp boxes ideas. I'm inspired!
Wonderful! I'm excited for you! It's so much fun to imagine a space and then see it unfold in real life! Send me a picture when it's all up and running!!
Amazing setup. Ty for the ideas. I the process of setting up my studio in garage. Just made an Amazon wish list from ur fabulous tour. 😊
Yay!! I'm so glad my video was helpful! 🤭
Thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching!
Loving your journey. TY for sharing the fab.
Thank you Robbie!!
Great studio! It’s amazing what and where you can cram things into!
Right!! Since I don’t have finished walls I had to come up with other solutions..😉🥰
@@SarahWaltonPottery I thought the pink walls were decorative! 😂
Awesome Tour! what a great little studio. You seem to be well organised, Well done.
Thank you very much! 💕 I try.. otherwise I spin my wheel and get nowhere! 🤭
Thanks for showing us your space. I’m trying to figure out how to reorganize my pottery studio so I can streamline processes. I have a standing North Star slab roller. It’s positioned smack dab in the middle of everything and I use it as a nice sized work table, primarily when I glaze. Problem is it’s always so full of stuff that I haven’t been able to roll any slabs for months now. Something is definitely not working! You’ve given me some good ideas about creating stations for each process. And put everything on wheels!
Yay!! I'm so happy you got some ideas!! I totally get it, I too had to sit down and figure out some workflow solutions as tables get cluttered and messy and I loose my focus when it's like that. I'm always changing/moving things around to help me out...and I made a resolution to keep my studio tidy this year... so far I'm doing ok 😉
Great space!! Thank you for sharing!
Thanks for watching! 🥰
Thanks for sharing you've got a great studio 😍
Thanks Karen!! 🥰
Thank you
You're welcome! 🥰
Such a great space
Thank you!! 😊
Thanks! Get that new kiln!!
Thank you lady!! Between you donating to my "Buy me a coffee" and now this! You are so very kind!! 💕
@@SarahWaltonPottery I admire you for putting those links out there! I have always had issues feeling worthy I deserve something, so to see you do that really helps expand my belief that it’s ok to ask for support and succeed and thrive. I can afford it right now because I’m a nurse and can’t seem to jump off that ship to do pottery full time…but watching you is CERTAINLY helping me with that!
@SoulHavenPottery-gt2gf doesn't doing pottery fill the soul?
@@triciac1019 yes…can you elaborate on why you ask the question?
I just love all your vidoes!!! Also, thank you for being our Pottery Auntie and sharing where you get stuff from. Newbie over here and though, yes i believe searching and researching is important and the grind of it all, but its nice to get some tips too along the way haha. :)
Thank you!!! And I really love the 'Pottery Auntie' nickname!! 🥰
Maybe clean the roller with a stiff brass brush? It's gonna be messy but might get some of that coating off there? Mine is a silver metal one with a different surface so I'm not sure what the black is?
I think I'm going to reach out to Bailey directly to see what can be done...I dont want to ruin it, but brushing it off and oiling it seems to be the consensus...I thought it was the finish on the roller (both have it) and I thought it was just failing, now everyone seems to think it's rust or something like that. 🤔
What a funnnn video! 🎉💖🫶🏻
Thank you Paula!! 🥰
Awesome Studio Sarah! I also have a basement studio (have to admin, not half as clean or organized as yours, but it works for me after many re-arranging. One question, I see you have concrete floors...how do you clean them? I wet (and I do mean WET) mop the hell out of mine as I have a french drain but if you have any suggestions I would love to hear them. Thanks!!! Waiting to see more from you soon!
Hi Mariede, I do the exact same...😵💫! Mop the hell out of it, about 3-4 times! I forgot to show it in my video, but I have another large bucket that I pour the dirty floor water into, the silt gradually sinks to the bottom and I dump the rest outside. I plan on painting the floor in the somewhat near future which should help immensely with clean up as the paint will help with the porousness of the concrete so I may only have to mop once 🤞🏼...that's the plan anyway...🤭
Thanks for sharing sooooo many great ideas. I will certainly be dipping into this video again and again. Where did you get that amazing four- sided trolley, the throwing/ hand building one??❤
You are so very welcome!! I got the trolly from a arts and crafts store called Michael's which I believe is throughout Canada and US...I've seen similar on Amazon but I like the Michael's one better it's called Gramercy rolling cart by Simply Tidy. I added a link in the description and hopefully you will be able to source something like it...it's totally amazing!
@@SarahWaltonPottery thanks for info. I'll have to try Amazon as we don't have Michael's here in the UK ♥️
A really great video 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼, thank you for that💐, I'm a fan of yours, you're great. 🫶🏻Kind regards 🙋🏼♀️from Austria 🇦🇹
Thank you very much Claudia!! I really appreciate you kind words!! 🥰
I did but more bats for the original system. Had and didn’t realize t check the thickness of the pieces! NB check the thickness or you removable pieces
Did they fit? I ended up buying more of the Dirty GIrl bcuz I the Bleeker system only gives 6 bat inserts and the Dirty Girl gives 10 in their replaceable. I already have the master bat I went for the DG as the price for the Bleeker entire system was relative.
Thank you so much for sharing! Lots of great information and very timely. I'm just starting my very small studio in the garage and basement and I'm so excited! I saw you have a saddle chair...is that what you use to throw? Do you like it? If so, where did you get it from? Thank you so much!! I love watching all of your videos and your glaze combos are always fantastic!
Yes, it is a saddle chair and I absolutely LOVE it! I use it when I throw and when I'm working at the table as it easily moves around, I got it off Amazon, there is a link for it in the description in the video that will redirect to your country.
I'm so pleased to hear that you enjoy my work...it very encouraging when I hear how it impacts people, thank you!
I use bleeker bat system, it’s great. What do you use to keep floors clean? I know we aren’t supposed to vacuum because of dust.
Hi Debi, I mop like crazy! About once a week, going over the studio 3-4 times. I keep a bucket in the studio (I forgot to show it) that I dump the dirty water in. Then as all the sediment sink to the bottom I then pour out the clear water and dump the dirt left over outside. I have a little rocky area in my side yard that’s perfect.
Also Sarah you did a video where you mentioned how to do a Hold using Sitter Kiln. Can you direct me to that specific video please? Thanks.
I had to go back and find it...but I was successful! It's in th-cam.com/video/yRgOniSi49s/w-d-xo.html ...I just updated all the timestamp info in the description so you can fast forward to the hold/soak part...enjoy!
@@SarahWaltonPottery OMG! So grateful because I could not figure out how to do a hold until I came across your vid but forgot where I noted it down! Thanks!
Where can I find your stuff for purchase? Also - thanks for sharing this. My husband just built me a studio in his garage, and these are such great ideas.
Hi Laura!! Thank you so much for watching my videos and supporting my channel!! I have a website sarahwaltonpottery.com where you can purchase my work...I haven't updated my site for a bit as I've been doing markets but sign up for my email list and Instagram for shop update info!
Please come to oregon and set me up ! I love your organization, ❤😂😊 anyday your welcome here !Say yes ,we will be best friends for sure!, we got the same blood running through us .total serious! if you want to see Oregon, come stay with me.❤ P.S. I'm not a crazy person 😅 just love you and your work😊
Awww You Are Sooo Sweet!! Thank you for the invitation! I've never been to Oregon, lots of artist out there...maybe one day! 😉
Thank you sooo informative! I do not see a link for the plastic containers you have alphabet letters in...would appreciate it if possible.
Thank YOU!! I see that I made a mistake with the link, I have now fixed it! 2x 36 Grid Clear Plastic Organinzer: amzn.to/468mkxe
Hey love your binder how can I access your printouts ? I too am way to scatty notebooks all over the place, can I find them when I need them ??? 😂
Hi Penny! These are available on my website... here is a link you can use. sarahwaltonpottery.com/collections/my-pottery-journal
There are 3 colour options to choose from. Once you finish the purchase you will automatically receive an email with the attachment. Download it and save it to your computer. From there you can print and reprint the pages you use the most. Most of the pages are duplicated for an easier time if your printer can do double sided printing. 😉. Thank you, they really help me stay on top of things, and I hope it helps you too!!!!
Sarah, what plaster do you use for your wet box? I thought I would use the plaster to make my slabs for recycling my clay also.
I used Pottery Plaster. You should be able to get it from your local pottery store. It comes in 50lbs bags. I’ve used plaster of Paris which is available at hardware stores but it’s not as good, and I always had to line my damp box with newspaper because the plaster of Paris would flake off and into ky clay (which is bad) if you can’t get the pottery plaster use the plaster of Paris but be mindful of the downside listed above. 😉
Hey can you give me the name of the brushes ( red) ? I’m in the process of buying some new for the studio!! I think your great!! Thanks 😊
I believe the red brushes are from Michael's. But I also get some on Amazon, I have this exact set and use them a lot! amzn.to/47n8GH5
Love your videos🥰 So I noticed you had Plainsman M350 and I just got a bunch of it and love it, but I’m a total beginner and I guess the term on plainsman’s website “semi-vitreous” has me a little spooked to use it for functional ware? Is it totally fine if I glaze (assuming no crazing of coarse) the entire piece except the bottom/foot, or could that base and foot get water in it and cause problems? I’m new to pottery so I don’t want to assume something and then give someone a mug that they put in the microwave and it burns them or something? Have you noticed anything with your m350 pieces absorbing water?🤷♀️
Thanks so much for the help,
Sydney
Hi!! Thank you!! You are going to enjoy M350 as well as other Plainsman clays! Not to worry about the terminology, once it's fired up to cone 5-6 your are good to go for functional ware, it is vitrified enough to not absorb water etc. bare clay or not. If you watch some of my other videos you see that I often show off the bare clay on the outside of a pot, (food surfaces have to be sealed with a food safe glaze) if I use a pretty clay or I've marbled it...after it's been successfully fired to the proper cone temp you can even put it into the dishwasher... I have used M350 for cups and plates etc. As for someone burning their hand, I recommend darker, iron rich clay NOT be put into the microwave as the clay can get very hot. Heck, i've had some cheaper mugs get pretty dang hot in the microwave, but to be on the safe side I have little card that I insert with my pieces that provide this info...I also put it on my website...I hope I answered your questions okay and set your mind at ease...🥰
Thank you so much Sarah, that helps a ton🥰!
Can’t wait ! I need to set up my own studio , great timing ⏱️.
Yeah!!! It’s an ongoing process, I hope I’m able to give you some ideas!
Hey there, can you share the link for My Pottery Journal. Will this work for an IPad
Hi Freida! It’s on my website, link is in the description…scroll to the bottom-ish. It’s a digital download that you print the pages, I’ll have to figure out how to make it iPads friendly, but for now it’s a manual journal.
How did you release the plaster from the IKEA bowl?
I used Pam cooking spray in the bowl first, but it did leave a little bit of texture on the plaster, so I think next time I will just leave it alone and wait for it to shrink. I did film it but I've not had the time to edit! 😬
Do you sell the beautiful vases you make?
Hi Karen! Yes! I sell everything I make…check out my website www.sarahwaltonpottery.com I there is also a link in my bio, I ship worldwide, tho outside NA shipping can be quite pricey. Hope you find what you’re looking for! 🥰
Sarah you mentioned the alternative Bat system for throwing as an alternative to Dirty Girls. Can you clarify. I think you said Bleaker Bat system. Where to purchase in Canada please?
Hi Denise, There is a link in the description for the Bleeker Bat system in the Studio Tour video it will direct you to amazon .ca
@@SarahWaltonPottery Thanks so much!
Use a piece of cloth over the clay when you put it through.
It came with a slab mat that seems to be doing the trick...tho I may get a couple more as it seems to need a few min in between uses. Thank you for all your amazing advice!!
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Thank You!!
You are very organized. I’m a shitshow.
OMG I nearly spit my coffee out when I read your comment 🤣 I can totally relate as I would be a total 'shitshow' trust me when I say it, I can be a Tasmanian Devil creating a whirlwind of carnage behind...I really have to focus on sorting myself out, otherwise I just spin my wheels! Thank you so much for watching!!
You are my long lost sister. I am just as scatter brained and just as anal with organizing. Love your space. Thank you for the peek inside. 😊
Hello Sista!! I just saw the funniest reel. It said AD/HD I’m on the Highway to..hey was that a squirrel! 🐿️ hahaha..that’s me! All over the place. I must keep organized or I’m doomed! 🤣🤣🤣
@@SarahWaltonPottery totallllllyyyyy!! 😜
Such a great studio! Thanks for sharing.
Glad you enjoyed it! 🥰