Elements and Wax Owl Container

Designer: Bailie Benson

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Instructions

  1. Begin by wiping down the MB1630 Small Owl Planter with a damp sponge to remove dust.
  2. Apply two coats of FN028 to the whole body of the owl, inside and out, leaving the eyes, beak, and feet unglazed.
  3. Prep the Mini Liner brush for wax with a coat of soap.
  4. Dip the soaped Mini Liner in wax resist.
  5. Draw the feather details and any other line work with the wax.
  6. Allow wax to dry.
  7. Using the Script Liner with EL128 Wheat, apply 3 coats to the beak and toes.
  8. Using the Script Liner with EL136 Lapis Lagoon, apply 1 coat to a few feathers.
  9. Using the Script Liner with EL130 Sea Green, apply 1 coat to a few feathers.
  10. Using the Script Liner with EL153 Caribbean Blue, apply 1 coat to a few feathers.
  11. Using the Script Liner with EL101 Oyster Shell, apply 1 coat to the main portion of the body.
  12. Repeat Steps 5-8 for a second coat of color.
  13. Repeat Steps 5-8 for a third coat of color, but only apply the glaze to the center portion of each section (the inner area ¼” from the edge of each section). It does not have to be exact, just do not glaze right next to the wax line.
  14. Apply 3 coats of EL130 Sea Green to the outside ring of the eyes.
  15. Apply three coats of SC015 to the eyes.
  16. Add two small dots of SC016 to the eyes to mimic shine.
  17. Allow glaze to completely dry.
  18. Stilt and fire to cone 06.

Supplies

Form

  • MB1630 Small Owl Planter

Colors

  • EL128 Wheat
  • EL136 Lapis Lagoon
  • EL101 Oyster Shell
  • EL153 Caribbean Blue
  • EL130 Sea Green
  • FN028 Wisteria Purple
  • SC015 Tuxedo
  • SC016 Cotton Tail
  • AC302 Wax Resist

Decorating Accessories

  • CB602 Soft Fan brush
  • RB106 Script Liner brush
  • CB110 Mini Liner brush

Miscellaneous Accessories

  • Glazed Tile or a Paper Plate for a Palette
  • Paper Towels
  • Water Bowl
  • Sponge
  • Soap

 

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