You can also make a flute on the lid of the jar if you prefer but notably less is more.
How to make a ceramic flute.
Successfully make a four hole ceramic ocarina and you re ready to give this instrument a try.
The ceramic flute in this demonstration is an end blown ducted flute similar to a recorder or irish pennywhistle which has an airduct assembly at one end and a series of finger holes.
Simon leach teaches the easy way on how to flute a ceramic jar.
Using the axel blade you can make a simple straight down flute on the jar.
The flute you make will be dried out rather than being baked in the kiln whereas the one you paint will be baked in the kiln.
The ceramics you make on the spinning wheel cannot be taken home as the shape of the pottery could change during transportation.
Select a clay in the color or colors that appeal to you.
Keep it going straight and make it as smooth as possible as you move around the jar.
Follow these pointers and you ll make a perfect flute for your jar.
Pick up some non toxic modeling clay at your local artist supply store.