How to Make Faux Marble With Glazes

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Make your ceramic project look classy and elegant with this marbling technique.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Put down a thick layer of newspapers or a folded hand towel, forming a cushion. The thicker the better.
Step 2

Cover that with a flat sheet of aluminum foil.
Step 3

Mix 1 part Gare Magic Flow with 2 parts Gare Super White Glaze in a bowl or small cup.
Step 4

Pour the mixture into a puddle at least the size of your project on the foil.
Step 5

Dribble your choice of accent-color glaze in coin-size drops on the puddle. Swirl the color through the white glaze with a toothpick - avoid mixing it. It should appear streaky.
Step 6

Hold the bisque over the puddle and rock it from one end to the other so that the whole area is coated.
Step 7

Lift the bisque straight up out of the puddle and keep it horizontal for a few seconds so that it doesn't run.
Step 8

Repeat this process with all of the surfaces until the whole object is covered. Let it dry for about an hour. You're now ready to fire.

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