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Week 1
Introduction to the History of teapots What is defined as good functional teapots? Design all the elements of a cylinder formed teapot. How to throw the teapot body from a cylinder form How to throw a drop lid that will fit into the teapot body How to throw a spout that will pour How to trim the teapot body so that the drop lid will fit tight but comfortable. How to trim the drop lid so that it will fit into the teapot body. How to trim a spout that will pour well and fit the design. |
Week 2
Design all the elements of a bellied teapot. How to throw off the hump Start throwing the cap lid first off the hump Throw a spout from the hump How to throw the body of a bellied teapot off the hump How to trim the teapot body so that the cap lid will fit like a glove. How to trim the cap lid so that it will fit onto the teapot body. How to trim a spout that will pour well and fit the design. |
Week 3
Assemble all the elements of the cylinder teapot Pull and form the handle Teapot decoration considerations Assemble the teapot handle Finishing touches Trim and attach the spout Form and attach the handle Glaze considerations Firing tips, techniques and considerations |
