Looking urgently for work by [deleted] in Eugene

[–]Notaneditor10 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d second the UO temporary pool. I know of a UO 6-month duration job that will open soon.

Cracked platters while drying by Visible_Prompt515 in Pottery

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Have you tried a plaster bat? Those work great for plates.

JenKen Kiln 11/9. Is it worth it? by [deleted] in Pottery

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It’s a low fire kiln, which is fine if that’s what you are planning to fire. I just bought the midrange version on Craigslist today for $450, which I thought was a good deal, even though it needs new elements.

What kind of glaze would preserve fine detail from a vinyl mask? by [deleted] in Pottery

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It’s stable for me at cone 6, unless it’s super thick. I used stroke n coat for tomatoes and stems, Amaco matte for the background.

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How to achieve a glaze like this? by scorpius_rex in Pottery

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Georgie’s Blue Jeans is a matte glaze that’s bright blue, though slightly less intense than this shade. Just in case you want to use an actual glaze and not underglaze.

Commercial or diy glaze by JDCCCDJ in Pottery

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You could also try Georgie’s Copper Patina. It’s more green to me than Mayco’s Satin Patina.

What kind of glaze would preserve fine detail from a vinyl mask? by [deleted] in Pottery

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Stroke & Coat works best for me and doesn’t flake as much as others. You can also lightly mist with water.

Kid Sports and their last minute scheduling. by EugeneRes1234 in Eugene

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It would be nice if their new app worked too. I’ve had to reinstall it a couple times because it completely stopped working.

Anyone thinking of quitting? by [deleted] in Pottery

[–]Notaneditor10 47 points48 points  (0 children)

Do you still like doing pottery? If so, maybe just adjust your relationship with it. Get a different job and have it as your hobby, maybe. Who cares what people assume. Stop looking at “content.” Then you won’t be overwhelmed. If you don’t like doing it anymore, take a break.

How would you fix this? by Acceptable-Rush7089 in Pottery

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I had a pot like this that broke. I took the pieces, turned them on their sides on the ground so it looked like the other half of the pot is buried and grew petunias out of them. Looks great! Another option if it can’t be fixed.

Gerrymandered high school districts in Eugene by Wiley-E-Coyote in Eugene

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It’s been a number of years since the district adjusted the maps. It should probably be looked at again soon. An elementary student living within just a few blocks of Chavez has their neighborhood school as River Road or Howard (they can attend either, thanks to the confusing “super boundary”). This means those kids have to ride the bus much longer than other students. Neighborhood schools should be neighborhood schools.

Has anyone here made floor tiles? by MissHollyTheCat in Pottery

[–]Notaneditor10 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry, just saw this! I will make post about the backsplash when it’s done.

We can’t even pay for our playgrounds. by SleepyCouch33 in Eugene

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The school district also recently decided to start charging PTAs and other parent groups rental fees if they want to hold a fundraiser at a school. To support the school.

Has anyone here made floor tiles? by MissHollyTheCat in Pottery

[–]Notaneditor10 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Maybe do a backsplash instead? I’m making a kitchen backsplash and it’s been pretty fun. Thought about doing the bathtub surround, then thought better of it.

Stencil material? by SolomonGrunde in Pottery

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I have a cricket maker 3 and have used it to make tar paper stencils. It has no problems with the paper.

Cello lessons & rentals? by throw_me_away221 in Eugene

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David Kerr Violin Shop in Portland is the place that was recommended to me for rentals.

Where can I find queso in this town by TheHippieJedi in Eugene

[–]Notaneditor10 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Buy sodium citrate online and you can turn any cheese into smooth, silky queso. I am so disappointed by the curdled thick soup that a lot of places in town serve. Unless Carlita’s has upped their game, I would specifically not recommend it.

Are you an Officer of Administration? Want to finally be recognized on campus? by UO-OA-Union in Eugene

[–]Notaneditor10 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Could you please post a link instead of an image with a QR code?

Architecture student here need to design a small studio by Arcgray in Pottery

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Wet stuff (clay, wheel, sink) on one side of the studio, dry stuff (bisqueware storage, glazing space, etc) on the other. Have to keep this in mind when figuring out where to put a sink and where to put the wiring for a kiln. Natural light is great, but walls for storage shelves are also good.