Let’s talk about the #1 frustration point for new potters: centering clay. If you’ve ever spent 30 minutes wrestling a lump of spinning mud while questioning every life decision, this one’s for you.
Step 1: Embrace the Struggle
First of all—centering is hard. No one just "gets it" on day one. If your clay is wobbling like a toddler on roller skates, you’re doing it right. That’s how it starts.
Step 2: Get in Position
Step 3: Cone It Up & Down
Do the “cone up, cone down” technique:
Step 4: Find the Force
To actually center:
Step 5: When in Doubt, Add Water (But Just a Bit)
Clay too dry? Add a splash. Just don’t drown it. Think moist, not mudslide.
Final Words of Wisdom
Keep spinning. You’ve got this.