The document provides instructions for creating a sgraffito hand design on a ceramic piece. It first describes sgraffito as scratching through glaze to reveal the underlying clay. It then instructs the reader to sketch a hand design divided into sections and fill each with zentangle patterns for inspiration. Further instructions describe applying three layers of white glaze to the hand dish and using a toothpick to scratch patterns and divide sections, finishing with a final clear glaze coat.
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Sgraffito Hand Dish
1. Sgraffito Hand Design
Sgraffito scratching through a layer
of colored slip or glaze to reveal the
claybody underneath
2. Sgraffito Hand Design
Sgraffito scratching through a layer of colored slip or glaze to reveal
the claybody underneath
Sketch Design
Trace your hand into your sketchbook.
Divide the hand shape into 3-5 sections.
Fill each section with zentangle patterns.
Use Google image search for inspiration!
3. How to Sgraffito through Glaze
You need: hand dish, sponge, soft brush, white glaze, toothpick
Wipe the dust off your dish with a damp sponge.
Glaze your hand with 3 layers of white glaze.
Wipe excess glaze off the foot.
Use toothpick to divide into sections.
Use toothpick to sgraffito the patterns.
4. Fussing & Finishing
Tips & Tricks:
Scratch all the way through the glaze to show
the clay underneath.
Make some lines thicker than others.
Sgraffito some whole shapes to create contrast.
Lastly -- apply 1 thick, even coat of clear glaze
on top of the design.