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1	The Complete Potter's Companion more books like this by Tony Birks This updated edition of the classic potter's how-to text--out of print for five years--covers every step of the clay-working process, from clay preparation to throwing on the wheel to making tiles, slipcasting, mixing, glazing, firing methods, and more. Over 450 color photos. see all copies from $2.95! new only from $12.22! \| SVS
2	Clay and Glazes for the Potter more books like this by Daniel Rhodes To address new information on advances in the ceramics industry, noted ceramist and author Robin Hopper has updated Daniel Rhodes's book on the fundamentals of ceramic technology. Includes new sections devoted to health hazards, computer calculation programs, and increased color information with color photos of both historical and contemporary ... see all copies from $2.87! new only from $20.55! \| first editions
3	The Craft and Art of Clay more books like this by Susan Peterson Written by a well-known ceramist, this introduction to ceramics combines an inspired, artistic perspective with clearly illustrated, step-by-step instruction in a simple layout. Useful for both beginners and advanced ceramists, the book features easy-to-understand explanations and extensive black-and-white and color illustrations of process ... see all copies from $4.95! new only from $38.00! \| SVS
4	The Collectors Encyclopedia of Roseville Pottery more books like this by Sharon Huxford, Bob Huxford Roseville Pottery has long been considered the essential reference for collectors., This classic book and its companion volume have now been heavily revised and updated to more accurately represent today's market activity. Shape numbers and original company information have been added and the pricing structure has been extensively elaborated, ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.53! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
5	Centering in Pottery, Poetry, and the Person more books like this by Mary C Richards A flowing collection of poetry that is also a guide for life. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $12.98! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
6	*Alternative Kilns & Firing Techniques: Raku Saggar * Pit * Barrel more books like this by James C Watkins, Paul Andrew Wandless Ceramicists searching for new ways to fire their creations now have a wealth of options. Authors James Watkins and Paul Wandless, along with a group of distinguished artisans, demonstrate in detail how to build low-cost, low-tech, yet high-quality kilns. The plans range from an easy, affordable, and versatile Raku Kiln to a unique wood-fueled ... see all copies from $7.95! new only from $7.95!** \| SVS
7	Ceramics: A Potter's Handbook more books like this by Glenn C Nelson A classic handbook and a standard in the field--covering all facets of ceramics. intended to provide essential information on clayworking, this is a quality reference for potters, and is used widely as a college text. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $94.04! \| first editions
8	The Complete Guide to High-Fire Glazes: Glazing & Firing at Cone 10 more books like this by John Britt With hundreds of recipes for some of the most popular and enduring high-fire glazes used today, this reference will prove a boon to ceramicists who want to master this complex aspect of the art. Author John Britt, who recently served as Clay Coordinator at the respected Penland School of Crafts, has personally tested many of the recipes himself, ... see all copies from $10.22! new only from $11.42! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
9	The complete book of pottery making more books like this by John Buehler Kenny Here's everything you'll need to know about pottery making, from buying clay and setting up a workspace, to the final glazing and firing of ceramic pieces. Put the perfect pottery information source at your fingertips. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $11.95! \| first editions \| SVS
10	Illustrated Dictionary of Practical Pottery more books like this by Robert L Fournier This alphabetical pottery guide provides easy to find information on terms, techniques, processes, equipment, and much more. More than 1,200 entries with 500 illustrations and step-by-step instruction. see all copies from $4.95! new only from $23.00! \| first editions
11 view cover	The Potter's Dictionary of Materials and Techniques more books like this by Frank Hamer This book is an authoritative survey of all aspects of making ceramics for craft potters and ceramic artists. see all copies from $12.33! new only from $70.71! \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	The Kiln Book: Materials, Specifications & Construction more books like this by Frederick Olsen "At last, art potters have a book that explains the construction of a kiln in the smallest detail. Potters, as well as students . . . will find "The Kiln Book" an expert and complete source".--F. Carlton Ball from the Foreword. 40 color photos. 600 b&w photos & illustrations. see all copies from $12.99! new only from $33.65! \| SVS
13 view cover	Collectors Encyclopedia of Limoges Porcelain more books like this by Mary Gaston For today's collector, Gaston offers a wealth of information on porcelain, including more than 1,200 full-color photos. A new format presents the history, marks, examples, and values together under each Limoges company for an easy-to-use reference. Collectors will find this new expanded edition a comprehensive guide to Limoges porcelain. see all copies from $4.04! new only from $19.76! \| first editions
14 view cover	Handmade Tiles: Designing: Making: Decorating more books like this by Frank Giorgini This lively book provides all necessary information for tile-making, and includes a beguiling selection of color photos to inspire the newcomer to the craft. see all copies from $5.70! new only from $50.10!
15 view cover	Encyclopedia of Mosaic Techniques: A Step-By-Step Visual Directory, with an Inspirational Gallery of Finished Works more books like this by Emma Biggs "A new edition to our Encyclopedia of Art Techniques series, THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF MOSAIC TECHNIQUES shares the ancient methods for creating decorative artwork with mosaic tiles. This visual directory he" see all copies from $10.50! new only from $16.50! \| SVS
16 view cover	Mosaics in an Afternoon more books like this by Connie Sheerin "Turn broken china, colored glass or mosaic tiles into works of art for your home. Explanations are simple and beginners will get results that look so good your friends will never guess how easy the projects were to do unless--you share this book."--"Quick & Easy Crafts." see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.95! \| first editions \| SVS
17 view cover	Collectors Encyclopedia of Nippon Porcelain more books like this by Joan Van Patten Today, Nippon porcelain is very popular with collectors. Joan Van Patten has compiled this important series of the Collector's Encyclopedia of Nippon Porcelain. Each deluxe hardbound volume in this popular series features this beautiful porcelain in full color. Thousands of pieces are illustrated and described with no pictures repeated. Detailed ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.69! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	Fifth Chinese Daughter more books like this by Jade S Wong see all copies from $3.75! new only from $10.29! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	Mosaic Book: Ideas, Projects and Techniques more books like this by Peggy Vance, Goodrick-Clarke A practical and inspirational guide to the art of mosaic, featuring 16 projects for the home and garden. Includes over 120 color photographs showing all the steps involved in creating mosaics, and 30 trace-off patterns. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.37! \| SVS
20 view cover	Handbuilt Ceramics: Pinching, Coiling, Extruding, Molding, Slip Casting, Slab Work more books like this by Kathy Triplett A handsomely illustrated color guide to pinching, coiling, extruding, molding, slip casting, and slab work by a master ceramicist from North Carolina. see all copies from $4.95! new only from $15.53! \| SVS
21 view cover	500 Animals in Clay: Contemporary Expressions of the Animal Form more books like this by Lark Books (Creator) No other volume has ever presented such a diverse and captivating collection of contemporary animal-themed ceramics. Juried by distinguished artist and educator Joe Bova, this magnificent gallery includes pieces from an international group of artists; the beautifully crafted works range from the representational to the abstract, from artful ... see all copies from $13.53! new only from $15.53! \| SVS
22 view cover	Fiesta: The Homer Laughlin China Company's Colorful Dinnerware more books like this by Jeffrey B Snyder Presents a sweeping survey of colorful Fiesta Ware, the Homer Laughlin China Company's most popular dinnerware. Over 300 color photographs chronicle Fiesta's many forms, accompanied by a written history of the Homer Laughlin Company. This revised edition features new photographs and updated values. see all copies from $7.50! new only from $21.36! \| first editions \| SVS
23 view cover	Introducing Roseville Pottery more books like this by Mark T Bassett Roseville pottery was made from 1890 to 1954. Here over 840 color photographs present numerous product lines, a discussion of experimental and trial glaze pieces, a glaze and shape identification guide, a timeline of Roseville products, and the company's factory marks and artist signatures. Newly revised values are provided with a bibliography and ... see all copies from $2.10! new only from $7.48! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
24 view cover	Mosaics more books like this by Kaffe Fassett, Candace Bahouth Opening with a chapter on inspiration by examining the time-honored art of mosaics, this book then goes on to give instructions and clear guidance for a variety of projects. 200 color photos. 60 drawings. see all copies from $11.44! new only from $11.44! \| first editions \| SVS
25 view cover	Collectors Encyclopedia of Hall China more books like this by Margaret Whitmyer, Ken Whitmyer This totally revised third edition begins with a brief history of the Hall China Company along with information on reissues, colors, and identification. It follows with a photo gallery, discussions on patterns, and current collector values for all known pieces. Photos. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $13.22! \| signed copies \| first editions

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