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What Is Wey Ceramics Society and Who Should Join?

Wey Ceramics Society is a membership group for ceramics enthusiasts in Surrey and adjoining counties, open to makers and non-make…

Ceramic Sculptors in a Pottery Society: What the Role Involves and Who Should Join

Sculptors in a ceramics society are makers who work clay into three-dimensional forms rather than domestic ware — and they sit al…

Pots Explained: Ceramic Types, Uses and How to Get Started

A pot is a vessel shaped from clay and hardened by firing, and the four types most people encounter are earthenware, stoneware, p…

Pottery for Beginners: What It Is and How to Get Started

Pottery is the craft of shaping clay into objects and then firing them in a kiln so they harden permanently. You can start with v…

Ceramics in Modern Product Design and Home Decor: What to Look For

Ceramics in modern product design covers tableware, desk and table accessories, and decorative objects—functional pieces made fro…

What Is the Minnesota Peony Society and How Can You Get Involved?

The Minnesota Peony Society (MPS) is a regional peony society based in Minnesota. Its stated mission is to promote interest in an…