Author Archives: Tom

This weekend in Historic New Harmony Indiana. Lots of fun! Lots of music! Lots of crafts! Lots of brats! (yum) I’ll be set up in the Orchard Area between the Antheneum and the log buildings.  Please stop by and visit! For … Continue reading →

No, not the academic kind.  The kind that goes: small, medium, medium large and large.  That’s what recently came from the kiln; a graduated set of shino glazed jars that was inspired by a customer.  Some of the best ideas come by … Continue reading →

As promised, the kiln was opened this weekend and as usual, there were surprises; some good, some bad.  I now know Tenmouku loves Buckwheat.   I know it sounds like an international chick flick, but alas, they are two glazes that married well and … Continue reading →

Probably when most people think of potters at work they think of a person hunched over a spinning wheel with hands full of clay; but to get to that favorite mug you’re probably holding right now sipping green, peppermint infused … Continue reading →

The one thing I can tell you about me is I like things simple.   The world has become so complex that I think sometimes it is  needless complexity.  For example, I would rather double dig the garden than get the … Continue reading →

The town of St. Meinrad  Indiana is not only saying it but they are celebrating it!   150 years of well deserved celebration will be enjoyed on June 5, and June 9-12.    A list of events can be obtained at the St. Meinrad celebration website.  … Continue reading →

With many hearts and hands, a beautiful plate was created. On May 13th, I was a guest at Washington Catholic Elementary School for their 4th grade Pioneer Day.  I have to say it is great fun for the children and … Continue reading →

  Can you imagine living by this credo? The founders of this country did.   The brave acts performed are beyond comprehension.   However…. This coming weekend in Vincennes Indiana, you will be able to feel what a colonist felt during the revolution; … Continue reading →