Coil Pottery For Beginners: Essential Tips And Tricks For Novice Potters — Spinning Pots

Don’t have a pottery wheel? Don’t worry! You can still make some amazing artwork with some creativity and the coil pottery technique. If you are ever doubtful of your skills or are a beginner in the vast world of pottery making, coil pottery is something you can surely invest your time in. While we have already touched on the topic of coil pottery basics, today, we will dig deep into the tips and tricks that can help novice potters excel. So, what are these essential tips and tricks, let us get into it!

Experiment With Flat Coils

While you would automatically assume that coil is synonymous with a cylindrical shape, it doesn’t have to be. For better workability, you can opt for flat coils that aid in building shapes that are taller in a short period as compared to cylindrical coils. If you are wondering how to make flat coils, here is the process:

• Start with a long round coil and lay it out length-wise on the table you work on.
• Now, slowly flatten it using a rolling pin or a paddle. Make sure you do not apply too much pressure or the coils won’t be able to take the weight of the structure.
• Make sure the thickness of the coils is at least half an inch or more. However, make sure…