Summer 2026 Clay Guide

Summer 2026 Clay Guide

Everything you need to take your pottery outside this summer. Whether you work on a garden table, a terrace or a balcony, this guide walks you through every part of the outdoor slab building process — from choosing the right clay body for hot weather to managing drying speed when the sun is working against you. Practical, specific and written for real pottery hobbyists who want to make the most of the longer days.

📖 10 chapters covering every aspect of outdoor summer pottery
🌿 Which clay bodies work best in heat — earthenware, stoneware and air-dry compared
☀️ How to slow down drying when clay leather-hardens too fast outdoors
🏺 10 summer project ideas — herb pots, olive bowls, candle holders and more
🔥 Firing in summer — kiln placement, ventilation and cone recommendations
📋 Summer firing log guidance — record conditions and repeat your best pieces
🌱 A week-by-week summer pottery routine to build a habit that lasts beyond the season