I enjoy exploring the multitude of practical objects that can be made out of clay!
I am a potter and a pottery teacher based in Melbourne, Australia. In my videos my aim is to explain the processes and methods involved in making pots as simply as possible. For a good few years making pottery was my profession. My studio was focused on designing and producing handmade ceramic tableware and objects. My client list included retailers, galleries, restaurants, cafes, cultural organizations and commercial corporations. Since Covid I have taken a step back and since have focused more on teaching in a Community setting. Teaching really helps me understand the struggles and challenges faced by potters at all stages of their journey - and provides a constant source of inspiration.
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This weeks video is packed with content... a little throwing... some upcycling and assembly. And it turns out to be the tallest object I have made from clay! So join me as I continue with the sculptural theme in making my garden totem...
1 month ago | [YT] | 27
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We've just finished shooting our Mothers day video and of course it involves cake and roses... and a cake with roses! Keep an eye out for this video which will combine technique and a very pretty finish....
2 months ago | [YT] | 30
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I'm working on moon jars again... this time in one piece... I'm gradually increasing the amount of clay and thinking about the shape and roundness... anyhow sometimes they collapse... sometimes they topple on to the floor 😲but it's all a progression somehow.
2 months ago | [YT] | 61
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Yummy colors for my icecream scoop and dishes for this week's video... Another useful kitchen item made from clay... Soon my kitchen will be completely handmade 😆
3 months ago | [YT] | 48
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This week's short is a look at the strainer bowl with insert... And after a viewer's request for a photo of the underside of the strainer insert here it is.... ( I didn't have to look far.... It was in use on my kitchen bench 😆 .... The underside looks like the top but has an unglazed section that sat on a kiln prop for firing...
4 months ago | [YT] | 43
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I'm often asked "What do you do with the things you make on the channel?" ... so often they are things I need around the house.... and these mixing bowls are no exception. They are already on baking duty in the kitchen... very satisfying to have just the right sized bowl.... By the way they ended up being 4.5 litre, 3.5 litre and 2.5 litres in volume. I did adjust the measurements in the pdf for a slightly betting stacking - just widening the large and narrowing the small to take into account any warping when firing - particularly in the spout.
5 months ago (edited) | [YT] | 88
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So the reason for making projects available on YouTube is so that people make them!! and so I was really pleased to see Mia from @PotterytothePeople re-making my flip lid with hinges https://youtu.be/gdMolmS8Neo?si=VPlq7.... I love the light green and as always her video is fun and packed with info.... Check her version out here https://youtu.be/_vijke6vBa0?si=bqLnV...
5 months ago | [YT] | 396
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YouTube just remined me that @tufts.studio is 2 years old! And it's been a busy 2 years here... dreaming up projects, planning, making, videoing and of course testing out the end product.... I've chosen the mortar and pestle as my favourite project so far as I use it regularly and just enjoy having it around in my kitchen... which is what this channel is all about.. sharing the joy in making.... Thank you lovely viewers and subscribers for watching and supporting our little channel so far... x
5 months ago | [YT] | 42
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Happy 2026! Have been looking forward to hanging up our calendar.... and it has not disappointed.... .. makes me want to head on out to the studio to make moon jars... Thanks to all the people who subscribed, watched, liked, commented, bought a coffee or ordered a calendar your support is much appreciated and makes these projects fun and worthwhile... Here's to happy potting in 2026 🎊
6 months ago | [YT] | 14
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Packaging up this week's little pourers ....they make the perfect gift... Cute and functional with so many uses 😄 check out our project video at https://youtu.be/vTlK0QfS9D0
6 months ago | [YT] | 21
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