{"product_id":"sourcebooks-making-pottery-you-can-use","title":"Making Pottery You Can Use","description":"\u003cp\u003eFunctional pottery demands more than technique, it requires understanding how form serves purpose in daily use. Jacqui Atkin guides you through the complete design process, from initial concept to finished piece, emphasizing decisions that determine whether a mug feels comfortable in hand or a casserole distributes heat properly. She addresses proportion, weight, balance, and ergonomics alongside construction methods, helping you create pieces that perform well rather than merely look attractive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book covers both wheel throwing and hand-building approaches for essential kitchen items: plates, cups, bowls, pitchers, casserole dishes, and serving pieces. Atkin explains material selection for specific functions, walks through design variations for each form, and details food-safe glaze considerations, critical knowledge for pottery intended for actual dining use. Her teaching experience shows in the practical focus: how to refine a rim for comfortable drinking, adjust wall thickness for thermal properties, or modify handles for secure grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're moving beyond decorative work or starting with functional pieces in mind, this hardcover guide provides the framework for creating pottery that earns its place in daily rotation rather than display shelves.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sourcebooks","offers":[{"title":"each","offer_id":47973924503781,"sku":"52204","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/6890\/5701\/files\/s52204.jpg?v=1761727099","url":"https:\/\/www.texasart.com\/products\/sourcebooks-making-pottery-you-can-use","provider":"Texas Art Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}