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A solid, unbreaking green. The pigment in Chrome Green will react with Archie's Base and cause it to flash pink, making this color a great choice for combining with that series.
The perfect cover for underglaze, Coyote Clear Glaze is zinc-free and can be used over pinks and reds without damaging them. With proper application and firing, it provides a totally clear glassy surface.
Clementine is a bright orange that adds a warm pop to any palette. It is also a Texas Two Step Overcoat, which can be layered with one of the six Two Step Undercoats to produce an oilspot effect.
A deep and intense blue that becomes darker as it gets thicker. Great for any use that calls for a darker color.
Single dip (2-3 coats brushed) Very stable, no running, no breaking. Nice under oasis, mottled blue, shino, etc. A glossy surface.
When covered by one of the Texas Two-Step overcoats, Coffee Bean produces the series signature oilspots. When used on its own, it is a darkly mottled brown, with a look similar to leather.
A somewhat runny, translucent glaze that pools in textured areas. Copper blue can serve as a nice base glaze, or sometimes an alternative to clear. Fires red in reduction.
Runny! Single dip (2-3 coats brushed) Light blue with some breaking. A glossy surface.
Very similar to Copper Blue, but lighter in color and covered in fine crazing on most clays. A somewhat runny, translucent glaze that pools in textured areas. Fires red in reduction.
Runny! Single dip (2-3 coats brushed) Apply a stable glaze like black to the bottom 1/3 of your pot, then overlap the Crazed Copper slightly. This helps to keep it from running. Fires translucent turquoise with lots of crazing. A glossy surface.
A creamy off-white with a flat finish. Unlike most of the other Matt glazes, Creamy Matt is tough enough to resist scratches from silverware, and so is suitable for functional ware when properly applied and fired.
Single dip (2-3 coats brushed) Fairly stable, no running, no breaking. A matt surface.
A favorite glaze of potters of all stripes. Creamy with Specks is the same durable off-white color as the original Creamy Matt, but with additional dark specks that add variation to the surface.
Single dip (2-3 coats brushed) Fairly stable, no running, no breaking. A matt surface with lots of speckles.
A dark greyish blue, black where thinnest. Croc Blue is the original Coyote Mottled Series glaze, and looks especially nice when slow cooled or paired with the Archie's Series.The Mottled Series are designed to produce beautiful variegated colors with ease. Simple to apply and suitable for all types of ware, these colors are stunning on their own or combined with other glazes. They may appear thick in the jar and should be applied thick.
Single dip (2-3 coats brushed) Fairly stable, some running, some breaking. A glossy surface.
A beautiful bright green with a slight satiny finish. Great for indoor and outdoor tile, as well as functional ware. Holds up to nearly anything! Enduro-Color Glazes are designed for durability. They are perfect for liner glazes, standing up against fork and knife marking, dishwashers, and tomato stains. Enduro-Colors resist acid, chipping, crazing, scratching, staining, and all other hard use factors.
Varying from a sagebrush green to a dark reddish brown, Desert Sage is one of the most popular Shino Glazes. The natural green and brown tones look great on nearly any work.
Single dip (2-3 coats brushed) Great glaze, very reliable. Fairly stable, no running, breaks to orange/brown where thin. A variant of the Shino family. A glossy surface.
Fantasy Glazes can vary dramatically in appearance depending on the clay body used, the thickness of application, and in some cases, the firing. They can be runny, so it's important to test carefully.
Basic Glazing Instructions First you want to apply wax resist to the foot of your pot (where you don't want any glaze). When you dip your pot in bucket of glaze, the glaze won't stick where you have waxed. The glazes become molten glass in the kiln, so if there is any glaze on the bottom, your pot will stick to the shelf. This will wreck your pot and your kiln shelves! Paint a thin coat of wax on the bottom, as well as up the sides at least ¼ inch. All glazes move a little in the firing, and some are quite runny. Always leave enough room for your glaze to flow some without sticking to the kiln shelf. Until you are familiar with a particular glaze, it is better to leave some extra room. Use a thin coat of wax. It works better and dries faster. Let the wax dry for at least 15 or 20 minutes before dipping a pot in glaze. Use an old cruddy brush, they are never the same after using for wax. Clean your wax brush in warm water with a drop or two of dishwashing soap. Be careful not to get the wax where you don't want it, i.e. waxy fingerprints. Before you glaze your work, you should quickly rinse it under cold water. Thoroughly mix the glaze just before you use it. Dipping To coat the whole piece in a single glaze, the easiest technique is to pick it up with a pair of glaze tongs, dip it in, count to three and pull it out. Make sure to empty it as you withdraw it. If you pull a bowl out still full of glaze it will weigh so much that the tongs will break through. Hold it upside down over the bucket to drain the excess glaze. There will probably be some glaze sticking to the waxed areas; wipe off what you can while you are holding it with the tongs. Set the piece down and let it dry. After it is dry enough to handle, turn it over and sponge off any glaze still remaining on the bottom. The foot must be perfectly clean before it can go in a kiln. Brushing For brushing, most glazes need 2 to 3 coats. It is easier to get even coverage if you brush the first coat side to side, then the next coat up and down. Firing These glazes work best when fired between cone 5 and 6 (Orton Standard or Self-Supporting Cones, used as a witness cone placed on the kiln shelf during firing). If you use a kiln sitter you usually have to use a cone six in the sitter to achieve a good cone 5. For automatic kilns, we fire to cone 5 (fast) with a 15 minute hold. Every kiln is different, so you may have to fine tune your firing to achieve the best results.
Discover the vibrant and captivating Eggplant 056 glaze. From stunning matt purple to glossy green and intense blue crystals, Eggplant adds a unique touch to your pottery. While extra thick or hot, it may get runny, but its unpredictable nature adds to the excitement and versatility of this glaze. Truly a must-have for any pottery enthusiast!
A stable and reliable glaze that is less bright than White, but has the same glossy finish. Great as a liner glaze for functional ware.
Single dip (2-3 coats brushed) Very stable, no running, no breaking. A glossy surface.
Varying from soft orange to a mottled pink, Enchanted Sunset is loaded with gorgeous microcrystals. The crystals and colors vary with thickness, creating a surface that draws the eye in deeper the longer you look.
Fantasy Glazes can vary dramatically in appearance depending on the clay body used, the thickness of application, and in some cases, the firing. They can be runny, so it's important to test carefully.
A variegated black and brown color. Popular for combining with brighter colors like any dark Shino, or as a more natural looking alternative to Black.
Single dip (2-3 coats brushed) Fairly stable, no running, breaks and streaks from dark brown to black with a pleasant waxy surface. A variant of the Shino family.
A bright pink with delicate mottling, the intensity of Fairy Rose is mostly dependent on its thickness. Perfect for adding a bright accent to your work, Fairy Rose combines beautifully with other glazes.
Fantasy Glazes can vary dramatically in appearance depending on the clay body used, the thickness of application, and in some cases, the firing. They can be runny, so it's important to test carefully.
A bright sea green. Great on its own as a base or accent color, the Fern is a Texas Two-Step undercoat, and will create oilspot effects when covered with one of the overcoats.
A bright pink with a lovely haze where thick. Fire Opal is great on its own, and combines well with both the Gloss and Archie' Series.
Single dip (2-3 coats brushed) Fairly stable, some running, some breaking. Contains cadmium inclusion stain. Lab test for cadmium release before selling dinnerware. A glossy surface.
Fantasy Glazes can vary dramatically in appearance depending on the clay body used, the thickness of application, and in some cases, the firing. They can be runny, so it's important to test carefully.
Transform your pottery into masterpieces with the Frosted Topaz 240 glaze from Archie's Series. This glaze offers a stunning frosted topaz effect, resulting in a luscious and frothy surface that will elevate your creations to new heights. Experience the power of Frosted Topaz 240 for yourself!
Experience the stars in a unique way with the Gemini 178 Constellation Series Glazes. Its rose gold and brown colors are inspired by the mottled patterns of constellations. Add a touch of elegance to your style and feel connected to the universe.
A super durable glossy white glaze, perfect for porcelain. Gentle enough to let underglaze show through, but hard enough to repel acids and dishwashers.
A warm yellow glaze that breaks to brown over texture. Breaks less than the other Shino Glazes, but still provides the same signature look. Great to layer with darker colors.
Single dip (2-3 coats brushed) Fairly stable, no running, breaks dark yellow over texture and where thin. Golden tan color where thicker. Great glaze, very reliable, nice over texture, slips, underglazes and other glazes. A glossy surface.
One of the most popular glazes in the Matt Series, Green Matt has a nicely variegated surface that breaks from green to black.Our Matt glazes are a favorite series for sculptors everywhere. They provide a strong color tone and nice variety without a glossy finish. They are very stable and reliable, almost never running or behaving unexpectedly.
Single dip (2-3 coats brushed) Fairly stable, no running, some mottling and breaking. Not recommended for food use, may change color or texture. A matt surface.
