Things You’ll Need: large-pots

Large potted plants add a measure of elegance and warmth to the inside of a home and a dramatic focal point to your porch and patio. Potting a large pot requires some thought to the proper place for the plant as well as the overall weight of the pot. Consider whether you plan to move the large pot or whether it will remain stationary. Let's look at the best way to plant a large pot to make sure your plants stay healthy and the pot drains properly. more »

Wheel wedging clay to throw large pots. Wheel potter's wedging clay using pottery wheel tips in this free ceramics video. more »

Opening clay on the pottery wheel when throwing large pots requires a steady hand. Open clay for large vessels using pottery wheel techniques in this free ceramics video. more »

Centering clay when throwing large pots on the potter's wheel is an essential skill for ceramic artists. Center clay for large vessels using pottery wheel techniques in this free ceramics video. more »

Altering the lip of a large pot using the pottery wheel can be done with a needle tool. Alter the lip of a large clay vessel on the pottery wheel using techniques in this free ceramics video. more »

Large potted plants can be extremely hefty creatures, especially once you add in the weight of the soil in a big pot and often the weight of the pot itself. A large potted plant's stem or foliage also makes things difficult, as they're frequently too long, too bushy to squeeze into a standard vehicle. A plant can become almost a part of the family, though, once it's been with you long enough to get big. So it's not unheard of to go to great lengths to transport it. more »

To make a large pot of gumbo, you’ll need a lot of rue. You can always store the leftover in the freezer for the next batch! more »

Wedging potter's clay for a large pot removes inconsistencies in the clay. Wedge potter's clay using clay wedging tips in this free ceramics video. more »

The most popular way to eat crawfish (sometimes spelled crayfish) is to first boil them in a large pot with potatoes, corn, garlic and lots of seasoning. Then, one by one, just peel, pull, eat and suck. It's that simple. more »

Here is a recipe that is easy to prepare for Taco Soup. It makes a large pot of soup that you can make ahead in a crock pot and serve to a crowd. Serve with warm buttered flour tortillas and a salad for a delicious and filling meal. more »