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A huge thank you to all the lovely visitors who came to see Manaton Makers during the last two weeks. Than you for your interest in our work and for choosing us for your little bit of retail therapy. We have had a lovely time and doing Open Studios
Yes, it’s the final day of Devon Open Studios 2024 so if you’re thinking of buying presents, or (even better) a little treat for yourself, then pop up and see Manaton Makers at Ullacombe Farm today…. Hope to see you there…
Just in case I hadn’t already mentioned it….
So… I’ve been working on some new pendants combining wooden surrounds with enamelled copper in the centre. I really like the combination of wood and enamel and am quietly pleased with myself… It’s certainly taken some time t
I often struggle with social media – as you can see by how little I have posted in the past. I think part of the problems is that I start loads of things but am a terrible finisher – I will often move on before a project gets to the poin
Devon Open Studios coming up! The kiln is hot and I have been producing bowls and more, ready for 7th September. I will be showing work with the lovely Manaton Makers and Friends up at Ullacombe Farm. This little pot has a lovely gold glossy inside&h
Thank you to all the lovely people who came to chat today at @Combeinteignheadartisanmarket and those who gave a new home to one of these cheery little enamelled copper bowls. The uses that people were thinking of were, for example, olives (but don't
All set up this morning at Combeinteignhead Artisan Market. Such a a variety of lovely work on display here - plus great cake! Perfect for a bit of Christmas shopping… @combeinteignheadartisanmarket #devoncraft #devoncraft #christmaspresent
I will be exhibiting at Combeinteignhead Artisan Market this weekend. Lots of lovely makers and beautiful things. So if you fancy a little light Christmas shopping (or getting something beautiful for yourself) plus a cuppa, then shimmy along to Combe
Kiln effects - High-firing is basically just ramping up the temperature of the kiln and seeing what happens. In this case the bowl has been fired at a normal 800 deg C in the first photo - but then put back in at above 900 for 2 minutes but with no m
With enamelling, when I just can’t seem to make it work - the bowl has been in and out of the kiln loads of times and it still looks rubbish - the only thing to do is to crank the kiln up to 930 degrees C, put it back in, and turn my back on it