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Hey John- Love the video on reclaiming. I was just wondering what type of plaster you buy? I know you can use Plaster of Paris but it's sold in small quantities. Is there something that can be used to make them that is sold in larger quantities? Thanks for your help and thanks for the video.
Okay, let's see if I have all the steps proper :D) You throw the bone dry in the water bucket, mix. Then when it's sludgy clay you throw wet clay in this bucket and then into the small bucket, hand blend. Then put hand blended smooth clay in a smooth bucket which then get's poured into the molds....right? Awesome again Mr. Britt!
I saw that but this works for me. No messy canvas bags. I think that they fine particles would be caught in the canvas especially as it get dirty and clogs up the pores. I just like the slurry method as it keeps everything plastic.
John, Did you see that "passive recycling" reclaiming article in CM Sept. - Throw water put into bucket with holes and pillow case. I heard somewhere that the tiny particles in the throw water (the ones that keep clay plastic) get lost in this type of a process. What are your thoughts on that?
Really great idea. Much easier than the way I have been doing it. Thanks for the post.
chuckgrunt100 2 weeks ago
#1 Pottery Plaster - you can get it from a Pottery Supplier in 50# bags or - check out builders or contact US Gypsum and see where there distributors are.
johnbrittpottery 2 weeks ago
Hey John- Love the video on reclaiming. I was just wondering what type of plaster you buy? I know you can use Plaster of Paris but it's sold in small quantities. Is there something that can be used to make them that is sold in larger quantities? Thanks for your help and thanks for the video.
muditsallabout 2 weeks ago in playlist John Britt Pottery
thank you! never thought of doing it that way but am going to start.
jolenethayer 1 month ago
Thanks for taking the time to make this clip. Very useful.
lzabcic 2 months ago
Thanks John,
good advice. I love recycling!
Gracepots 4 months ago
What do u recommend if my clay isn't plastic enough after reclaiming it?
31361claire 5 months ago
Sheila from Pure and Simple says: You can find the "Fish" shaped mold that John mentions at pspottery dot com. Look under the SlumpHump category.
johnbrittpottery 6 months ago
Rock on!
johnbrittpottery 6 months ago
Okay, let's see if I have all the steps proper :D) You throw the bone dry in the water bucket, mix. Then when it's sludgy clay you throw wet clay in this bucket and then into the small bucket, hand blend. Then put hand blended smooth clay in a smooth bucket which then get's poured into the molds....right? Awesome again Mr. Britt!
hobbypotter 6 months ago
Thanks so much for the video. I will start recycling today! Janice
janicethepotter 6 months ago
Cindy,
I saw that but this works for me. No messy canvas bags. I think that they fine particles would be caught in the canvas especially as it get dirty and clogs up the pores. I just like the slurry method as it keeps everything plastic.
johnbrittpottery 6 months ago
John, Did you see that "passive recycling" reclaiming article in CM Sept. - Throw water put into bucket with holes and pillow case. I heard somewhere that the tiny particles in the throw water (the ones that keep clay plastic) get lost in this type of a process. What are your thoughts on that?
Thanks,
Cindy
DirtKickerStudio 6 months ago
I get both. The wet from throwing and the dry scraps (but they should be bone dry.
johnbrittpottery 6 months ago
Gives new meaning to " what goes around comes around". Does it matter if the trimmings are wet or dry when reclaiming?
jcrefasi1 6 months ago