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07-27-2009, 04:59 PM
mad434

Handmade Mugs/Scuttles/etc.

Hi! I've been dabbling in the art of ceramics for almost two years now. I almost bought a mug with my first razor, but my brother reminded me that I am perfectly capable of making my own! I almost slapped myself for not thinking of that. Anyway, I'm looking for some advice or suggestions for the shape or features for mugs, scuttles, or soap dishes. Sure, I could go look at thousands of pictures, but I want user input on this. I feel I could get much better info from a great group of experienced shavers (SRP!!) that I ever could from pictures or reviews. I've heard about various things such as a ribbed surface and double walled pieces, but my inexperienced self isn't quite sure what to make of it all. Any input would be awesome!

Thanks!
07-27-2009, 05:42 PM
RazorPete

Here are some examples to ponder.

http://www.dirtybirdpottery.com/shavinggear.html

I have their original shaving scuttle and love it!
07-27-2009, 05:46 PM
CarrieM

Ribbed interiors are nice as they help build and hold the lather. Double walls are good in you are planning on making a scuttle that would hold water in between the walls. Please let us know how you make out on these. You may have people wanting you to make them one :)
07-27-2009, 06:48 PM
T-Ram

If going with a scuttle, please consider a larger than normal warm/hot water capacity (at least larger than the Georgetown Pottery Scuttle)

Georgetown Pottery: Shaving Scuttle Mug

The double sized DirtyBird is amazing!
07-27-2009, 09:16 PM
mad434

Quote:

Originally Posted by CarrieM

Ribbed interiors are nice as they help build and hold the lather. Double walls are good in you are planning on making a scuttle that would hold water in between the walls. Please let us know how you make out on these. You may have people wanting you to make them one :)

Once I get around to it in a month or so, I plan on posting some pictures for everybody to see. And as far as people wanting them, I might consider making some extras and putting them in the For Sale section of the forum or donating for the giveaways.... :tu
07-27-2009, 11:14 PM
dannywonderful

I have a regular scuttle from Dirty Bird Pottery on the way, but I'd still be interested in anything you might make.
07-27-2009, 11:33 PM
xman

Quote:

Originally Posted by CarrieM

Ribbed interiors are nice as they help build and hold the lather. Double walls are good in you are planning on making a scuttle that would hold water in between the walls. Please let us know how you make out on these. You may have people wanting you to make them one :)

+1 on all of that, but I think a textured finish might be better than ribs myself. No basis for comparison, I, but that's the way I imagine it. Yes, please keep us posted.

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