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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| pottery | 10/25/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: it is a beautiful blue. with lots of detail. i have attached two pictures one of the markings ... A: I only received the bottom photo and it's a bit blurry so it's hard to read. I'm not an antiques ... | ||
| Haviland Antique China Silver Anniversary #19 | 10/10/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: We have inherited a good deal of the above china from a great aunt. She was a rather precise woman ... A: What a wonderful aunt to leave you such a precious item. There is no way to appraise a set without ... | ||
| mold company | 10/8/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: I have several S-K Pottiers molds and have parts missing and wonder if anyone out there has any idea ... A: I have found a source that may be of tremendous help to you; Petro Mold Co. 12775 Donation Rd. ... | ||
| Mallory ceramics | 10/6/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: I have 2 pieces that I would like to know if they have any value or should I garage sale them? They ... A: It's hard to know without seeing them. I highly suggest you consult with an antiques expert. Perhaps ... | ||
| Greenware -bisque | 10/5/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: If one modifies a greenware piece & then has it fired, can you then repair any flaw you did not ... A: Scott, There are huge changes that occur when greenware is fired. Beginning at about 1650⁰F ... | ||
| problems with glazing | 10/3/2011 | Debra Flint |
| Q: I have had problems with some of my underglazes (which may be several years old as I bought my ... A: Usualy undergalze does not go bad. It may be to thick but water is fine to thin. Were the bottles ... | ||
| Help identifying this antique Korean Tea Set? | 9/21/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: I have a Korean tea service from my great-grandmother with KOREA and another words stamed on the ... A: Here are some other resources you might check with; ... | ||
| Bowl | 9/20/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: We were going through my mother in laws things when we came across this little bowl. We were ... A: Glad to help if I can. Try to send photos of the bowl and the bottom of the bowl and close ups of ... | ||
| Crazing | 9/17/2011 | Debra Flint |
| Q: We have recently discovered that our pieces are crazing weeks/months after they are completed. We ... A: The glazing has nothing to do with the crazng. It is your firing that does the crazing. Your ... | ||
| Double firing | 9/15/2011 | Debra Flint |
| Q: I want to fire some plates with crystalline glazes (cone 10) on the inside (I have an electric kiln ... A: Sorry, I don't do reduction firing. Tried it once and about burnt the building down and none of the ... | ||
| Recipe please. | 9/14/2011 | Debra Flint |
| Q: I've been looking for a recipe for tube lining slip but haven't been able to find one. Could you ... A: Yes, I use regular slip that has set in the bucket . It is the slip that I cut off on the molds. ... | ||
| Pottery Bird Info. | 9/11/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: Please help me identify this Bird. The Raymor sticker has been torn and I can't make out the part ... A: Raymor, in the 1950's produced some of their own ceramics using well known designers. They're a ... | ||
| Jester figure by Ellen Williams | 8/31/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: I have a Court Jester figure dated 1987. It's on a wooden stand that has a "coin" on it which says ... A: Ellen Williams would be the artist. Only 9500 of these were produced. You have #896. In 1987 ... | ||
| porcelain tea set | 8/30/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: Very fine very lightweight (hummingbird weight....) two marks on one set. Black with gold ; ... A: The set is a Japanese SHUZAN FUKIYAKI, circa Early-Mid Century. The symbol on your right translates, ... | ||
| Old tile ship painting | 8/24/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: My grandfather bought an old tile painting in a frame, for $75,, in 1978 at a yardsale. Its a big ... A: Wow, it's beautiful! I'm not an antiques expert. I do ceramics/pottery. Do you have a photo of the ... | ||
| ceramics | 8/14/2011 | Debra Flint |
| Q: Back in the 70's I use to go to classes and paint ceramic figures and dishes. I have not seen and ... A: Yes, they still exist. Not very many, thou. I buy a lot on line. Google ceramics. I buy bisque and ... | ||
| where to find greenware in Missouri, Illinois | 8/13/2011 | Debra Flint |
| Q: Could you pleasae tell me of any shop that sells greenware in the St. Louis, MO area. Most all ... A: I live in Bradenton, Fl So I know SW Fl. Which has no ceramics shops right now that has Greenware. I ... | ||
| stoneware | 8/11/2011 | Debra Flint |
| Q: I bought a stoneware Olive oil dispenser and the bottom is very rough. I am concerned about it ... A: There is afew ways to get rid of the rough spots. There is a bisque stone that will rub it off. At ... | ||
| pricing ceramics | 8/10/2011 | Debra Flint |
| Q: hello i took over my aunts ceramic shop after my uncle passed away but he did all the pricing on the ... A: pricing is the hardest part. I to inherited trucks of molds. First I got old mold books or new ones. ... | ||
| antique china | 8/7/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: I have a set of Homer Laughlin China, style eggshell Georgian, dishes. I have the whole set except ... A: Have you tried Replacements.com? They're quite knowledgeable and have a broad range of replacement ... | ||
| Gold Imari Vases | 8/6/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: I have 2 vases that have a green pattern with birds. I want to sell them and want to know what ... A: Jamie, I would look for a reputable antiques dealer whose been established and in business for a ... | ||
| Gold Imari Vases | 8/5/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: I have 2 vases that have a green pattern with birds. I want to sell them and want to know what ... A: If these are real Imari, depending upon their condition, I've seen them go for $300-$3,500. I'd be ... | ||
| Dinner ware set | 7/31/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: First of all, thank you in advance for any help or info that you can offer me. My grand mother ... A: I know I have seen this pattern before. I have looked and looked. I'll keep looking. I had a close ... | ||
| Dinner ware set | 7/18/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: First of all, thank you in advance for any help or info that you can offer me. My grand mother ... A: Can you forward any photos of the set? Can you send a photo of the bottom including the marking? ... | ||
| pottery mark 6344 stamp on side base of figurine | 7/16/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: edwardian/vistorian it is 3 colours blue dress light brown bonnet and white arms etc - really nice ... A: How wonderfulto have something that was cherished by a grandparent. Do you have any photos you can ... | ||
| Hull ceramic planter | 7/13/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: I bought a lot at an auction and this planter was included. I have enclosed a picture of the planter ... A: This is a window planter by Hull U.S.A. I have often seen it in a dark green glaze. It typically ... | ||
| bird | 7/10/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: i have a black crane its black old but dont know whats it made from it looks hand made think its ... A: Do you have a photo of the bottom? Are there any markings on it? From the photo you sent it appears ... | ||
| overglazes | 6/22/2011 | Debra Flint |
| Q: I am wondering about reconstituting gold overglaze that has dried or has gotten sticky over time. ... A: I have never used the dried, sticky gold. I just throw it. So sorry I never thought about diluting ... | ||
| Glazing Ceramic Tiles from Home Depot | 6/3/2011 | Debra Flint |
| Q: I bought some glazed white ceramic tiles from the Home Depot and I was wondering if I could paint ... A: I have fired them again with FUN STROKES as design work and they come out fine. It cone 6. I am not ... | ||
| ceramics | 5/13/2011 | Debra Flint |
| Q: Once you have painted a bisque piece and have fired it, can you repaint it? A: It depends on what kind of paint you used. Acylic paint-yes. Glazed-sometime. There are some new ... | ||
| substitue for prep coat | 4/12/2011 | Debra Flint |
| Q: I already know WHAT prep coat is used for - I am down to my last 2 bottles & Duncan no longer makes ... A: I have not used a primer in over 30 years, acrylic paint is so smooth you do not need to use a ... | ||
| Gouda vase | 4/3/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: I have a vase, on the bottom is the writing 232.D.(or B) Gouda Segal Schoonhoven Holland I have ... A: It would be helpful to have a photo of the vase. Check out these images from Google on similar Dutch ... | ||
| ceramics | 3/31/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: Duncan no longer makes prep coat. Is there a suitable alternative? I'm nearly out! A: Prep coat is basically used to prepare the surface to paint on. It smooths out any rough edges, etc. ... | ||
| Terra Cotta Pottery Bistro Table Top | 3/24/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: Leisha, we have a steel/cast iron bistro table with a 24 inch terracotta colored tile with a center ... A: If you're a handy DIY kinda guy, absolutely, you can re-do your table. Your local Home Depot or ... | ||
| blue vase | 3/22/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: I have had this blue vase for some time now. It is fairly large with the lid it's about 18" to 20" ... A: The entire bottom of the pot is blue? It appears it's been painted with an underglaze. My 1st ... | ||
| Skutt thermocouples | 3/13/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: I am having trouble with my Skutt thermocouples Type K flaking. Skutt tells me this is the only ... A: My husband is our resident kiln expert and has dealt with all my troubles. I will consult him this ... | ||
| correct fire temperature | 3/5/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: If I am firing dinnerware. What cone is safe for cooking/eating off of as well dishwasher safe A: Jill, What cone or temperature does your clay vitrify? Generally, there are 3 types of clay, ... | ||
| firing | 3/5/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: I just used my kiln for the first time and fired my stoneware at the ceramic settings. Did I just ... A: Lisa, How many cars have you owned? After having owned numerous kilns, I've learned they're a bit ... | ||
| identify maker | 2/28/2011 | Leisha Hiester |
| Q: I'm only able to upload one photo but I don't know which one to send I thought you would be able to ... A: John, The look is very much like Roseville Pottery's Native American inspired Mostique line. Some of ... | ||
| firing times | 2/20/2011 | Debra Flint |
| Q: I don't know how to fire art pieces to get the best results. I'm working with different clays and ... A: I was always taught to HIGH fire. I opened the lid 3 inches, set everything at HIGH and hit start. ... | ||
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Debra Flint
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Expertise
Pretty much everything on ceramics
Experience
I have been teaching for 16 years and I am certified in many different paint companies and techniques. I have been working with ceramaics for over 28 years.
Education/Credentials
I have BA in Radiology and many certification from Duncan , Gare, Kimple and many others.
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