I have made two more teapots. I was easier this time - I remembered how to make my lids, but forgot a few things when I was trimming...there are so many things to be thinking about when making teapots, particularly in the realm of proportions - you want a form as round as possible (biggest volume + smallest surface = hottest tea); the opening has to be big enough, but not too big, and it should be similar in circumference to the foot. Unfortunately, I often remember these details when it is too late!
I finished these two teapots (one for the project, one to sell) and was in the middle of a bisque firing when the kiln died! Disappointing, but not the end of the world. The teapots (and the rest of the work!) aren't ruined, just nicely dried. But they are on hold now until the electric kiln is fixed. :-( Oh, well, I shall just have to relax and wait.
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