05.20.2013
Yep… made ’em in February.
You know, part of my monthly Holiday Ornament Challenge with Sarah Chapman.
Then it took almost three months to get them into a final soda kiln firing.
But I think they were worth the wait.
Now I just need to add wire rings to hang them from. Here’s a few sneak peeks…
What do you use to get the dark color in the texture of these ornaments? Is it an oxide wash? Have you ever used an oxide wash in a soda kiln?
ELIZABETH – I typically use some temoku glaze inlaid, and then gently wiped off the surface. I have used oxides before, but I like the glossy shine of the glaze better. But it’s a preference… and iron oxide would work much the same.