Ceramics Policy - Revision history

Valerie: Added to Policies category

2026-03-25T00:04:27Z

Added to Policies category

EEatx: /* Glazes Provided in Studio-READ HOW TO GLAZE PAGE FOR PROCESS */

2025-12-23T20:41:48Z

Glazes Provided in Studio-READ HOW TO GLAZE PAGE FOR PROCESS

EEatx: Blue Ox warning, 2 oz cups, fixed link to glaze page

2025-12-23T20:13:16Z

Blue Ox warning, 2 oz cups, fixed link to glaze page

Julirenner: /* Clays at Armadillo Clay Approved for Purchase */ eliminated info on prices, since we cannot guarantee prices at retailers, it will just make wiki look dated

2025-12-12T21:15:02Z

Clays at Armadillo Clay Approved for Purchase: eliminated info on prices, since we cannot guarantee prices at retailers, it will just make wiki look dated

Julirenner: /* Clay Body */

2025-12-12T21:11:30Z

Clay Body

Julirenner: /* Clay Body */

2025-12-12T21:07:27Z

Clay Body

EEatx: /* Glazes Provided in Studio */ linked how to glaze

2025-11-05T01:04:53Z

Glazes Provided in Studio: linked how to glaze

EEatx: /* Mid-fire Glazes Currently in Studio for Members & Classes to use: */ removed cost per glaze cup

2025-10-29T23:07:34Z

Mid-fire Glazes Currently in Studio for Members & Classes to use:: removed cost per glaze cup

EEatx: /* Mid-fire Glazes Currently in Studio for Members & Classes to use: */

2025-10-29T23:05:23Z

Mid-fire Glazes Currently in Studio for Members & Classes to use:

EEatx: /* Glazes Provided in Studio */ updated to remove unavailable glazes

2025-10-29T23:04:53Z

Glazes Provided in Studio: updated to remove unavailable glazes

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	Note: The people enforcing Asmbly policies are volunteers and it's not the most fun job. Failure to comply when approached about a policy violation is very serious. Show your fellow members kindness and respect when receiving redirection. Maintaining a cooperative community space at Asmbly is very important to us and ignoring the redirection of an appointed leader in the space is a serious violation.		Note: The people enforcing Asmbly policies are volunteers and it's not the most fun job. Failure to comply when approached about a policy violation is very serious. Show your fellow members kindness and respect when receiving redirection. Maintaining a cooperative community space at Asmbly is very important to us and ignoring the redirection of an appointed leader in the space is a serious violation.
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 NOTE: Clay brought in must be labelled with sharpie found at the Clay Station at Asmbly BEFORE being stored on your shelf!!
-==== Glazes Provided in Studio-[[How to Glaze|READ HOW TO GLAZE PAGE FOR PROCESS]] ====
+==== Glazes Provided in Studio: ====
 * All glazes provided are lead-free and food-safe.

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 Check out the essential rules on How to Be Excellent, [[How to Be Excellent|HERE]]
-Ceramics Safety & Information (CSI) is the required free class you must take before access to the studio with membership is granted.  This is separate from the required Orientation & Facility Tour.
+Ceramics Safety & Information (CSI) is the required free class you must take before access to the studio with membership is granted. In addition to the CSI, you are required to take a Glazing Workshop class before firing glazed pieces. These are separate from the required Asmbly Orientation & Facility Tour.
 We are all caretakers of the shared space, so the cleanliness and maintenance is up to you!
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 ==== Tools ====
-You must reserve time for each tool you plan to use in Skedda. It is your responsibility to CHECK SKEDDA to make sure the tool is not booked. Allow for clean up time within your booked time, NOT after. Members booked in Ceramics at the same time should work together to clean and coordinate space use.
+You must reserve time for each tool you plan to use in Skedda. It is your responsibility to CHECK SKEDDA to make sure the tool is not booked. Allow for clean up time within your booked time, NOT after. Members booked in Ceramics at the same time should work together to clean and coordinate space use. Leave yourself at least 15 minutes to clean your space and another 5 minutes of time to contribute to the cleanliness of our community studio.
 * Pottery Wheels: 8 machines available: Max booking is 5 hours of time
 ** When your time ends, check Skedda.
 ** If it is not booked you can rebook the Wheel in Skedda up to 5 more hours
-You must book yourself as a User if you plan on sitting at a Handbuilding Table, regardless of tool booking. It is your responsibility to CHECK SKEDDA to make sure the tool is not booked. Allow for clean up time within your booked time, NOT after. Members booked in Ceramics at the same time should work together to clean and coordinate space use.
+You must book yourself as a User if you plan on sitting at a Handbuilding Table, regardless of tool booking. It is your responsibility to CHECK SKEDDA to make sure the tool is not booked. Allow for clean up time within your booked time, NOT after. Members booked in Ceramics at the same time should work together to clean and coordinate space use. Leave yourself at least 15 minutes to clean your space and another 5 minutes of time to contribute to the cleanliness of our community studio.
 * Handbuilding Tables: 8 Users can Book up to 5 hours of time between 4 tables (2 Users/table)
 ** It is not a specific table spot, just that you plan on using some table space
 ** When your time ends, check Skedda.
-** If it is not booked you can rebook yourself as a User in Skedda up to 5 more hours
+** If it is not booked, you can rebook yourself as a User in Skedda up to 5 more hours
-Use of the glazing area, slab roller, and extruder are included with booking of either a Pottery Wheel or Handbuilding Table. Please use these collaboratively, if multiple users need to utilize during the same time period. Be friendly and initiate conversations to best share access to these spaces.
+Use of the glazing area, slab roller, and extruder are included with booking of either a Pottery Wheel or 1/2 Handbuilding Table. Please use these collaboratively, if multiple users need to utilize during the same time period. Be friendly and initiate conversations to best share access to these spaces. Expect these to be crowded spaces and work efficiently!
 ==== Community Tools/Areas ====
-* Please clean all tools you use from the communal tools and return to their storage location.
+* Please clean all tools you use from the communal tools and return them CLEAN to their storage location
-* Place brown paper on handbuilding tables if applying glaze
+* Dish racks are for SPONGES, bats and wareboards
-** Glaze should be kept from contaminating the canvas table surfaces
+* Place brown paper on handbuilding tables if applying glaze at these tables
 = Safety =
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 ** Use your own personal discretion
 ** NEVER make another person feel bad for wearing a mask.
-* NEVER use a broom, WATER is the best way to safely clean up clay.
+** NEVER turn the Blue Ox Filtration off
-* If there is dry clay on the canvas topped tables, wet it with water to remove
+* NEVER use a broom or vacuum. WATER is the best way to safely clean up clay.
-** Do NOT scrape dry clay, it will kick up unnecessary dust
+* If there is dry clay on the canvas topped tables, wet it with water and remove with a wet sponge
 * NO FOOD in the Studio, you risk eating glaze accidentally (Closed beverage containers OK)
 * No sanding bisque pieces inside the studio.
 * We have a Blue Ox Air filtration system installed in the studio to help cut back on particulates in the air.
-** Members are not allowed to turn the filtration system off without asking for permission.
+** Members are NOT allowed to turn the filtration system off, it is a Policy violation
-** If you are a staff or a volunteer, and you absolutely need to turn the filtration system off, please make sure to turn it on again before you leave.
+** If you are a staff or a volunteer, and you absolutely need to turn the filtration system off, you must turn it on again before you leave.
 = Studio Shelves =
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 ** Do not be the one who breaks a member’s piece accidentally
-Steward Shelves are clearly labeled
+Class/Education Shelves are clearly labeled with the Class name and date
 * Do NOT touch anything on any class shelf that is not yours
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 ==== Glazes Provided in Studio-[[How to Glaze|READ HOW TO GLAZE PAGE FOR PROCESS]] ====
-* All glazes provided are lead free and Food Safe.
+* All glazes provided are lead-free and food-safe.
 * Lay down brown paper provided to avoid getting glaze on the clay tables or drying boards.
 ** Glaze and clay do not mix, please prevent glaze from getting on the canvas
-* Clean up glaze brushes and bowls provide for community use when finished.
+* Clean up glaze brushes and bowls provide for community use when finished
-* Do NOT glaze directly out of the jars, use the provided bowls to pour glaze into.
+** Rinse, apply soap if necessary, reshape, and return to their storage location
 ===== Mid-fire Glazes Currently in Studio for Members & Classes to use: =====
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 # [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p3310/Zinc-Free_Clear_Dry_%28SD-004%29.html#/ Mayco Dipping Clear, Zinc free, SD004]
 ==== Glazes at Armadillo Clay Approved for Purchase ====

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 These Midfire Clays are approved for usage and firing at Asmbly and available to purchase at Armadillo Clay.
-# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p13/Buffalo_Wallow_with_Grog.html#/ Buffalo Wallow w/ Grog], $21.00/25lb bag
+# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p13/Buffalo_Wallow_with_Grog.html#/ Buffalo Wallow w/ Grog]
-# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p14/Cinco_Rojo.html#/ Cinco Rojo], $20.00/25lb bag
+# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p14/Cinco_Rojo.html#/ Cinco Rojo]
-# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p15/Cinco_Rojo_with_Grog.html#/ Cinco Rojo w/ Grog], $21.00/25lb bag
+# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p15/Cinco_Rojo_with_Grog.html#/ Cinco Rojo w/ Grog]
-# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p16/Cone_5_Porcelain.html#/ Cone 5 Porcelain], $24/25lb bag
+# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p16/Cone_5_Porcelain.html#/ Cone 5 Porcelain]
-# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p2824/Laguna_Speckled_Buff_%28WC-403%29.html#/ Laguna Speckled Buff], $28.50/25lb bag
+# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p2824/Laguna_Speckled_Buff_%28WC-403%29.html#/ Laguna Speckled Buff]
-# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p17/Laguna_B-Mix_Cone_5.html#/ Laguna B Mix], $30.50/25lb bag
+# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p17/Laguna_B-Mix_Cone_5.html#/ Laguna B Mix] and B-mix Speckled, cone 5
-# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p4258/Dark_Chocolate_NO.32_Cone_5%2F6_Clay.html#/ Dark Chocolate No. 32], $12.50/5lb bag
+# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p4258/Dark_Chocolate_NO.32_Cone_5%2F6_Clay.html#/ Dark Chocolate No. 32]
 NOTE: Clay brought in must be labelled with sharpie found at the Clay Station at Asmbly BEFORE being stored on your shelf!!
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 Kentucky Mudworks began in 2001 as a beginner pottery studio and basic ceramic supply shop. Since then, they've grown to offer classes, workshops, and supplies for all interests and levels of proficiency. Kentucky Mudworks has two physical locations in Lexington and Louisville, Kentucky and an online shop where you can purchase the following clays approved for usage and firing at Asmbly.
-# [https://kymudworks.com/products/elkhorn-red-stoneware-cone-6 Elkhorn Red Stoneware Cone 6], $21.00/25lb bag
+# [https://kymudworks.com/products/elkhorn-red-stoneware-cone-6 Elkhorn Red Stoneware Cone 6]
-# [https://kymudworks.com/products/polar-bear-porcelain-cone-6 POLAR BEAR Porcelain Cone 6], $59.25/25lb bag
+# [https://kymudworks.com/products/polar-bear-porcelain-cone-6 POLAR BEAR Porcelain Cone 6]
-# [https://kymudworks.com/products/roo-stoneware-6 Roo Stoneware Cone 6], $21.50/25lb bag
+# [https://kymudworks.com/products/roo-stoneware-6 Roo Stoneware Cone 6]
-# [https://kymudworks.com/products/speckled-turtle-5-6 Speckled Turtle Cone 5-6], $21.00/25lb bag
+# [https://kymudworks.com/products/speckled-turtle-5-6 Speckled Turtle Cone 5-6]
-# [https://kymudworks.com/products/speckled-brown-bear-limited-release Speckled Brown Bear Cone 5-7], $24.00/25lb bag
+# [https://kymudworks.com/products/speckled-brown-bear-limited-release Speckled Brown Bear Cone 5-7]
-# [https://kymudworks.com/products/dark-star-5-7 Dark Star Cone 6], $22.50/25lb bag
+# [https://kymudworks.com/products/dark-star-5-7 Dark Star Cone 6]
-# [https://kymudworks.com/products/kota-porcelain-limited-release-cone-5-6 Kota Porcelain Cone 5-6], $61.00/25bag
+# [https://kymudworks.com/products/kota-porcelain-limited-release-cone-5-6 Kota Porcelain Cone 5-6]
-# [https://kymudworks.com/products/brown-bear-clay-5-7 Brown Bear Clay Cone 5-6], $23.25/25lb bag
+# [https://kymudworks.com/products/brown-bear-clay-5-7 Brown Bear Clay Cone 5-6]
-# [https://kymudworks.com/products/white-lightning-porcelain-5-6 White Lightning Porcelain Cone 5-6], $53.75/25lb bag
+# [https://kymudworks.com/products/white-lightning-porcelain-5-6 White Lightning Porcelain Cone 5-6]
-# [https://kymudworks.com/products/ranger-9-11 Ranger Cone 6-10], $21.25/25lb bag
+# [https://kymudworks.com/products/ranger-9-11 Ranger Cone 6-10]
-# [https://kymudworks.com/products/big-turtle-5-7 Big Turtle Cone 6-7], $21.00/25lb bag
+# [https://kymudworks.com/products/big-turtle-5-7 Big Turtle Cone 6-7]
-# [https://kymudworks.com/products/sheltowee-5-7 Sheltowee Cone 5–7], $21.00/25 lb bag
+# [https://kymudworks.com/products/sheltowee-5-7 Sheltowee Cone 5–7]
-# [https://kymudworks.com/products/mulhollun-5-7 Mulhollun Cone 5–7], $20.75/25 lb bag
+# [https://kymudworks.com/products/mulhollun-5-7 Mulhollun Cone 5–7]
-# [https://kymudworks.com/products/iceman-with-grog-5-7 Iceman with Grog Cone 5–6], $21.50/25 lb bag
+# [https://kymudworks.com/products/iceman-with-grog-5-7 Iceman with Grog Cone 5–6]
-# [https://kymudworks.com/products/whitebear-5-7 White Bear Cone 5–7], $30.00/25 lb bag
+# [https://kymudworks.com/products/whitebear-5-7 White Bear Cone 5–7]
-# [https://kymudworks.com/products/tony-beaver-5-7 Tony Beaver Cone 5–7], $21.50/25 lb bag
+# [https://kymudworks.com/products/tony-beaver-5-7 Tony Beaver Cone 5–7]
-# [https://kymudworks.com/products/iceman-5-6 Iceman Cone 5–6], $21.25/25 lb bag
+# [https://kymudworks.com/products/iceman-5-6 Iceman Cone 5–6]
-# [https://kymudworks.com/products/river-city-red-clay-06-5 River City Red Clay Cone 06-5], $22.00/25 lb bag
+# [https://kymudworks.com/products/river-city-red-clay-06-5 River City Red Clay Cone 06-5]
 NOTE: Clay brought in must be labelled with sharpie found at the Clay Station at Asmbly BEFORE being stored on your shelf!!

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 ==== Glazes at Armadillo Clay Approved for Purchase ====
-These Midfire Glazes are approved for usage and firing at Asmbly, and available to purchase at Armadillo Clay.
+These Midfire Glazes are approved for usage and firing at Asmbly, and available to purchase at Armadillo Clay or online:
-# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/c37/Amaco_Celadons.html#/ Amaco Celadons], $21.00
+# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/c37/Amaco_Celadons.html#/ Amaco Celadons]
-# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/c39/Amaco_Satin_Matte.html#/ Amaco Satin Matte], $21.00
+# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/c39/Amaco_Satin_Matte.html#/ Amaco Satin Matte]
-# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/c19/Mayco_Fundamentals_Underglaze.html#/ Mayco Fundamentals Underglaze], $19.95
+# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/c19/Mayco_Fundamentals_Underglaze.html#/ Mayco Fundamentals Underglaze]
-# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/c38/Amaco_Potter%27s_Choice.html#/ Potter’s Choice], $22-$37
+# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/c38/Amaco_Potter%27s_Choice.html#/ Potter’s Choice]
-# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/c24/Crystal_Glazes_%28Jungle_Gems_and_Crystallites%29.html#/ Jungle Gems], $22.15
+# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/c24/Crystal_Glazes_%28Jungle_Gems_and_Crystallites%29.html#/ Jungle Gems]
 NOTE: Glazes brought in must be labelled with the sharpie found at the Clay Store at Asmbly BEFORE being stored on your shelf!!

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 # If it does not melt, crack excessively or otherwise seem dangerous it will be approved to be used along with our other approved clay bodies.
-=== Glaze ===
+=== Glaze - approval of new commercial Glazes ===
 Non-Approved glazes must go through the following steps to be approved

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 ===== Mid-fire Glazes Currently in Studio for Members & Classes to use: =====
-Commercial Glaze: We are finalizing an offering of commercial glazes to keep a consistent stock on-hand sourced from Armadillo clay. These will be offered at a self-served 2oz cups for $4 and can be payed for using the same kiosk system as the clay.
+Commercial Glaze:
 The glazes we currently provide on a regular base are:

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	# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p3310/Zinc-Free_Clear_Dry_%28SD-004%29.html#/ Mayco Dipping Clear, Zinc free, SD004]		# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p3310/Zinc-Free_Clear_Dry_%28SD-004%29.html#/ Mayco Dipping Clear, Zinc free, SD004]
−
−	~~Mayco Jungle Gems~~
−
−	~~These beautiful glazes transform in the kiln when small pieces of glass burst into color and intricate pattern during the firing process.~~
−
−	~~# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p317/Sassy_Orange_%28CG-753%29.html#/ Sassy Orange]~~
−	~~# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p3808/Cherry_Limeade_%28CG-1009%29.html#/ Cherry Limeade]~~
−	~~# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p3807/Blue_Guppy_%28CG-1008%29.html#/ Blue Guppy]~~

	==== Glazes at Armadillo Clay Approved for Purchase ====		==== Glazes at Armadillo Clay Approved for Purchase ====

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 ===== Mid-fire Glazes Currently in Studio for Members & Classes to use: =====
 Commercial Glaze: We are finalizing an offering of commercial glazes to keep a consistent stock on-hand sourced from Armadillo clay. These will be offered at a self-served 2oz cups for $4 and can be payed for using the same kiosk system as the clay.
 ''Amaco Celadon Line''
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 # [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p639/Snapdragon_%28C-54%29.html#/ Snapdragon]
 # [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p643/Marigold_%28C-60%29.html#/ Marigold]
-# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p3826/Succulent_%28C-24%29.html#/ Succulent]
+# [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p634/Wasabi_%28C-43%29.html#/ Wasabi]
 # [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p623/Cobalt_%28C-20%29.html#/ Cobalt]
 # [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p642/Mulberry_%28C-57%29.html#/ Mulberry]
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 # [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p617/Obsidian_%28C-1%29.html#/ Obsidian]
 # [https://www.armadilloclay.com/store/p621/Mixing_Clear_%28C-11%29.html#/ Mixing Clear]
 ''Mayco Fundamentals Underglaze''