-
Culture We Shape
The future is built day by day. Politics, Pottery, and the Culture We Shape I try to keep Creek Road Pottery from becoming a political blog, but culture inevitably filters into what we create. Right now, politics and economics are … Read the rest
-
40 Chat GPT- Prompts for Pottery
As potters, our work blends creativity with the need for efficiency. Whether you’re managing a pottery studio, preparing for craft shows, or creating new pieces, organizing your time effectively is essential. To help you get the most out of your … Read the rest
-
A Year in Reflection
Lessons from the Studio This year, the wheel has spun countless times, each turn teaching something new. From the rasped textures developed years ago to the fresh forms imagined during quiet moments, the journey of creation has been one of … Read the rest
-
Snow Days, Kilns, & Showing Up
The first snow day of the season arrived right on time to throw off the plans. Snow days are supposed to be for curling up with a book and sipping coffee or tea next to your favorite person, cat, or … Read the rest
-
How Much Clay Do I Need? A Potter’s Reference Chart — Creek Road Pottery
This chart is a starting point. Every potter throwsdifferently, every clay body shrinks differently,and every kiln does what it wants to. These weightsare approximations based on standard forms; usethem to get in the ballpark, then adjust … Read the rest
-
One Step at a Time
At Creek Road Pottery, we know that creating something meaningful takes time, patience, and a willingness to embrace the unknown. I’ve been reflecting a lot on this lately as I’ve prepared for our Christmas show, rebuilt the wood kiln brick … Read the rest
-
The Pots & Family
The month of August was about taking time for others and family. I was not able to work in the pots much as I went to spend time with my mother, who became ill and had to spend time in … Read the rest
-
Hot Summer Days & A Kiln Pad
The Work: At Creek Road Pottery LLC, I understand how challenging it can be to find authentic handmade pottery. I am committed to creating pottery that holds meaning for people who value it. My work is meaningful not only because … Read the rest
-
The Spring Show & Barefoot Benny
The month of March came and went quite quickly. I was able to get a few pots fired out but I also lost a few to handling damage. This can happen often if you’re not careful with the pots. I … Read the rest
-
January In The Rain & A Groundhog
January passed by quickly. We had a lot of rain here in Laceyville, Pennsylvania, which made the ground muddy. We also experienced one cold snap that was enough to freeze over ponds and lakes, and some parts of the river, … Read the rest
