In the Lion's Den

I am really starting to like this whole sprig mold experience!  I made a few bowls today and tried out a couple of new designs...one looks like what I'm going to call "Mr. Winter" and another "Mr. Fall" and I put a few rings on either side of the pots.

Mr. Fall (left) and Mr. Winter (right)

But I have to say my very favorite so far is this lion!  I turned a wide bowl and then made the lion heads.  It wasn't quite right so I added a ring between his teeth!  Now let's hope the ring survives the bisque firing, it's so smalll I'm afraid it could get broken or cracked...

the first Lion attempt...

it's a family affair!

Well, Robert (my brother for those who don't know him) came up today and joined in the fun.  I don't know that he will take up turning but he seemed to have a good time with the slab work.  He made mom a set of sunflower bowls for Christmas. 

Robert & Dad during sunflower bowl production

I turned a few things today and tried out a few new ideas...I'm exploring the world of sprig molds.  They are plaster molds that allow you to create raised designs on pottery.  Check out the leaf and acorn vase I made:

leaf and acorn vase