Laser-Level Guide

摘要

Slip can be used for surface texture, for color, and for joining pieces together. In this project, I use it for all three, and repurpose a laser spirit level to align the handle vertically. I make my slip from reclaimed trimmings of the same clay I use to form the piece. I collect the dry trimmings in a 5-liter container before adding water and leaving the clay to fully rehydrate and soften into a slip. I mix it and pass it through a 40-mesh sieve to ensure there are no lumps, then look at the fluidity of the slip to decide whether to add or remove water. I want the slip thick enough to hold most of its shape when I pull the mixer out, but it should not form sharp peaks. If it's forming sharp peaks, then I add more water and mix again, repeating until I'm happy with the thickness.