claire smithFeb 16, 20211 minThe starting pointIn answer to the often asked question of how the birds are made, here's a picture of the process at mid-stage. I layer coils of clay one...
claire smithFeb 11, 20211 minOutdoor test !This poor chap has been put to the test overnight. With a temperature of -11c he came through unscathed thankfully. A good illustration...
Claire smithFeb 11, 20211 mina new batch are on the wayFirst firing of a new batch of small rustic stoneware birds went successfully this morning. Second firing now underway. I should...
Claire smithFeb 7, 20211 minthe processIn response to couple of requests for exact copies of birds that have already sold, I thought it worth mentioning that I don't use moulds...
Claire smithJan 27, 20211 mina new batch of rustic fat birdsI've just completed these small to medium sized rustic birds with a slight mottle finish. Two or three have already sold and all others...
Claire smithDec 18, 20201 minTall and elegantJust completed these three stonware birds with a Matt white finish. A slight departure from my usual style, and very happy with the result