Clay Bodies

Explore comparisons, firing ranges, clay characteristics, and selection guidance for mid-range, low-fire, and specialty bodies.

March 11, 2026

Best Clay for Beginner Pottery Wheel Throwing (Studio-Tested Guide)

If you’re just getting started with pottery wheel throwing, one of the most important choices you’ll make is which clay…

February 19, 2026

You open the clay section and suddenly you’re staring at names like Ironstone, Chocolate, Cone 5, Cone 10, Mid-Range, Low-Fire……

December 17, 2025

If you’re new to pottery — or even if you’ve been working with clay for years — one of the…

November 18, 2025

Meet Three Great Clays: Chocolate, Ironstone & Cashmere At Throw & Fire, we believe every great piece starts with the…