The Secrets of Pottery - A Guide for Beginners and Lovers of Traditional Crafts
Pottery is one of the oldest crafts of humankind - an art where earth, water, and hands come together to create something meaningful.
The Secrets of Pottery
is an illustrated guide for everyone who wants to discover the magic of clay and learn how to shape it into useful and beautiful objects.
This book is designed for complete beginners, but also for anyone dreaming of turning a hobby into a home-based business - regardless of age or prior experience. Inside, you'll find everything you need to step into the world of pottery: from basic shaping techniques and tools to inspiration for your own collection of bowls, vessels, and decorative pieces.
Through clear language and vivid explanations, you'll discover:
How to work with clay and use essential tools
The difference between hand-building and wheel-throwing
How to fire and glaze your creations
Ways to start a small home pottery studio and sell your work online
In addition to practical tips, the book also explores the health and spiritual aspects of pottery. You'll learn why eating from clay pots is healthier, how clay affects the quality of food, and why our ancestors valued these natural materials so deeply.
is more than just a book - it's an invitation to connect with the earth, feel the peace of creating with your hands, and perhaps, discover your new life calling...