Garden Sphere: Step-by-Step Pottery Guide

A decorative sphere adorned with textured patterns—from snails and clay balls to fan-shaped impressions created with a spatula. This digital guide walks you through every step with clear photos, from preparing your plaster mold to assembling and finishing your unique garden sphere.

What's included:

• Step-by-step photo instructions (PDF)
• Material list
• Tips on pattern creation, assembly, and sphere stability

What materials you will need:

• Grogged (chamotte) clay
• Plaster mold, felt-tip pen with "patterns" (or other stamps)
• Spatula, paddle

Before you start:

This guide requires a plaster mold of your choice to shape the sphere. Make sure you have the right mold ready before starting, and review the material list to gather everything you need.

Also helpful (optional, free):

New to clay, or want a quick refresher on the basics? These guides are handy to have on hand:

• Clay & Pottery Basics
• Glazing & Decorating
• Firing