Bread Dish, Small

Tools

• Clay Sponge
• Rib/Smoothing Tool
• Slab Roller or Rolling Pin
• Small Bread Cutter/Template
• 5" Square Wallie Mold
• Foam Square (for poofing)
• Optional: Stamps for decorative impressions.

Here's how tap a step when it's done

1. 1Roll Out Your Clay: Start with 8-12 ounces of clay and roll it to ¼” thickness using either the slab roller or a rolling pin.
2. 2Compress Both Sides: Use a rib tool to compress and smooth both sides of the slab. This helps prevent cracking and gives your dish a strong, even surface.
3. 3Cut Your Shape: Use the small bread cutter or square template to cut your clay into shape.
4. 4Transfer to Poofing Foam: Carefully move your cut shape onto the foam poofing square. This gives the piece a soft surface to shape on and protects the edges.
5. 5Form the Walls: Center the 5" square wallie mold on the clay. Press it straight down into the slab until it creates a clean, raised “wall” all the way around.
6. 6Refine and Smooth: While the mold is still in place, use your rib again to compress the back and smooth out any cracks or texture bumps.
7. 7Remove and Dry: Gently remove the square mold; leave your piece to dry flat and fully supported.

Tips

• Before your piece stiffens, feel free to add stamps, tools, or texture rollers for custom detail and personality.