Clay Shrinkage Formula You Need to Know + Ceramic Soap Dispenser Tutorial

I used to completely avoid calculating clay shrinkage. It felt intimidating and confusing, so I just guessed... and, surprise! My attachments never fit. 😅 I had so many wobbly soap pumps and mismatched lids that I genuinely thought I just wasn’t a “good” potter.
But once I finally sat down and learned how shrinkage works, it completely changed my process and honestly, my confidence too. Now, I can plan ahead, make pieces that actually fit, and enjoy the creative part way more.
In this video, I’ll walk you through exactly how to calculate your clay’s shrinkage rate and how to use that number to make a functional soap pump bottle that fits like a dream!
✨ I hope this helps you skip the trial-and-error (and the pottery heartbreaks). You’ve got this!


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