5 Mistakes to Avoid When Shaping Mugs - How to Fix Them!

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  • Ann goes in depth to explaining the essence of mug design and points out 5 (well maybe 12 or 13) mistakes commonly made when shaping mugs. Ann also provides ideas on how to fix these design flaws. A great pottery video to just relax and watch or one to watch to pick up some great tips on making good looking, well shaped mugs!
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  • @goober7535
    @goober7535 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    videos of this quality are so rare on TH-cam. thank you for being so consistently helpful and clear

    • @jimruel2121
      @jimruel2121 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad it was helpful to you...let us know if there are other topics you would like to see covered!

  • @mothy90
    @mothy90 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    All your problem mugs are like exactly the mugs I make right now 😂 thank you for this video, it's super helpful!

  • @penguinista
    @penguinista 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    An excellent potter told me that a slight outward angle on the rim is most comfortable for vessels that we drink from.
    That is one of the rules I follow when shaping pieces because I tried a bunch of mugs I own and found it to be true for me.
    Thank you for the clear, systematic, educational videos! You are helping so many people have fun and be less frustrated. It is a drag to have the same bad result again and again. Pointing out the underlying principals can really change how people approach the problem and make the whole process much more enjoyable and fruitful.

    • @LittleStreetPottery
      @LittleStreetPottery  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the great tips and adding to the community of ideas! Really appreciate you watching and contributing!

  • @caroleaton1
    @caroleaton1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    As always your videos are so helpful. Clear concise and easy to follow. Your "mistake" mugs look like my best mugs! LOL 😝

    • @LittleStreetPottery
      @LittleStreetPottery  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ha! Good editing 😉

    • @penguinista
      @penguinista 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I hope you can get joy out of every piece you throw and keep at it. One day you will not be able to believe how well things turn out.
      That is what happened to me and it is totally sweet! It just gets more and more fun, with ever increasing challenges.

  • @jackiemorrison6024
    @jackiemorrison6024 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Excellent video.. I've done every mistake and now I know how to fix it. Thank you Anne!

  • @JR-wh1yh
    @JR-wh1yh 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you for breaking down the elements of the mug body. Now I can begin to analyze my own poorly thrown mugs and work on my designs. As a beginner it was satisfying to throw anything that resembled a mug but as I am learning and progressing I would like to throw better pieces. Your videos are so educational and well thought out.

    • @LittleStreetPottery
      @LittleStreetPottery  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much! It means a lot...that’s part of our mission so it’s great to hear we are on track!

  • @maestasify
    @maestasify 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello Ann. You have a soothing voice- perfect for teaching. I've been a potter for 45 years. I never stop learning. Thank you. You do a great service. I watch your videos quite a bit, as well as Simon Leach and others.

  • @xeroart3852
    @xeroart3852 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very informative for beginners, intermediate and some advanced. Nice video. TY

  • @freddiemoretti8456
    @freddiemoretti8456 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Very neat pointers and demo.
    Unbalanced, unstable and dribbling sounds like an aging thing.(Not that I experience aforementioned)
    I have not done too many mugs and when I do I lean toward the functionality. I fight for them to not be too aesthetically pleasing and that way if folk think they are ugly I would feel as though I had accomplished what I was aiming for. All fun in the adventure, I am a happy camper when Karen tells me she likes the way a mug feels and that will make my day.
    Thanks for sharing!
    Cheers...Freddie

    • @Lyddiebits
      @Lyddiebits 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🤣🤣🤣🤣Freddie!! "Unbalanced, unstable and dribbling sounds" reading your comment made me lol, altho, I suspect it's very true:(
      Some days, I feel like I'm there! Enjoy your day!

    • @LittleStreetPottery
      @LittleStreetPottery  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks as always Freddie - appreciate you!

  • @keithlightminder3005
    @keithlightminder3005 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such useful videos! I appreciate the clear description of the considerations behind the choices, and the well filmed demonstrations.

  • @jsud5559
    @jsud5559 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I’ve made EVERY one of these mistakes😂! Thanks so such a clear and concise tutorial. I never miss one of your videos❣️

  • @ShaminMike
    @ShaminMike 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Awesome video! I’m new to pottery and this info should help with the mug designs I’ve come up with recently. Thank you!

  • @darlink57
    @darlink57 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video! You always do a great job with your explanations. Very professional. Thanks for sharing!

  • @RoosterPootPottery
    @RoosterPootPottery ปีที่แล้ว

    I just love your artwork

  • @Lyddiebits
    @Lyddiebits 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another fabulous video Ann!!!!
    Laughing at the dog bone🤣you are hilarious 😂!!!!

  • @eileenc5159
    @eileenc5159 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this video. It is important for me to learn more about thinking through why I’m doing what I’m doing. Thanks again, this is soooo helpful!!!

    • @LittleStreetPottery
      @LittleStreetPottery  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Love to hear that - its why we do it! Thanks for watching.

  • @susangrogan5150
    @susangrogan5150 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks. You are always so helpful.

  • @christinewrestsmith6957
    @christinewrestsmith6957 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    LOVE your videos

  • @catharinekennedy3383
    @catharinekennedy3383 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lots of answered questions! Thanks

    • @jimruel2121
      @jimruel2121 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great! Thanks for watching!

  • @marydaniels8744
    @marydaniels8744 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great instruction, thanks

  • @vanillavinepottery
    @vanillavinepottery ปีที่แล้ว

    I always appreciate your videos and learning tips. Thank you. I'm threw a couple of double shot espresso mugs and I'm just not liking the shape of the mug. It's more rounded than cylindrical which is what my customer wanted and very bottom heavy. I'm contemplating just starting over. I'm 4 years into throwing pots I still struggle with height & pulling an even wall. It's frustrating because I feel like I should have that down at this point.

  • @maestasify
    @maestasify 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I tell my students that learning to throw is like learning to play the violin. It takes much practice to get good at it. Proportion, balance, shape, function, aesthetics, etc in pottery are like tone, dynamics, tempo, melody, dissonance in music. Nuance. I hope that makes sense.

  • @cindyperry4721
    @cindyperry4721 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a very informative video! I just have a couple of questions. What tool do you use for the foot and do you sharpen your trim tool to use on wet clay? Thank you Ann. 😊

    • @annruel9142
      @annruel9142 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Cindy. Good questions. the wooden stick with the notch is a handmade tool. It is just a wooden beveled flat stick with a notched profile carved out of it. You can do the same thing with an old credit card and an exacto knife to cut out a notch from it. As far as the trim tool, I dont sharpen it and I havent had any problems with it catching or snagging on the clay. It is a bit of a cheat that takes a little practice. Thanks for watching and happy potting!

  • @vimo1601
    @vimo1601 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video is lovely, so clear and instructional! I've never thrown with porcelain before, do you need to use less water?

    • @LittleStreetPottery
      @LittleStreetPottery  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Generally speaking, yes. There is no grog so you have to be measured about how much you use or it just slinks away! Good luck!

  • @juliestrater439
    @juliestrater439 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I've stayed away from mugs since I've started learning pottery 18 months ago, but now I'm ready to try! Thank you for this video. Do you trim underneath your mugs, before putting a handle on them, or do you leave them flat?

    • @annruel9142
      @annruel9142 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Julie. I dont go to all the trouble to trim the bottoms. I simply thumb them flat when they re leather hard. Go for it and thanks for watching!!

  • @marcmorton6342
    @marcmorton6342 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ann, what kind of clay are you using?

  • @videostomosha
    @videostomosha 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    👏👏👏👍🔥

  • @cgallup1
    @cgallup1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    use a mirror to save your back when throwing you can see the side shape

  • @ingriddeguarda9022
    @ingriddeguarda9022 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Super vidéo, mais vous expliquez beaucoup de choses et je ne comprends pas votre langue… sous-titres français svp…merci

  • @Paintspotsandpaper
    @Paintspotsandpaper 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful, thankyou for sharing x