Description
I made Tempest Teapot by throwing the individual elements on a potter’s wheel and then assembling those elements: Body, spout, and lid. All three must work together in order to have a well-balanced and pleasing teapot. Check, check, check!
First, the body is full and round with a trimmed foot to elevate the pot off the table. The neck draws in and finishes in a beaded rim. Next, the spout is proportional to the body and has a built in strainer to catch loose leaf tea. And it pours smoothly. Lastly, the lid has a flange which drops down into the pot, providing more stability when pouring. And the lid seats into the rim of the pot. A twisted finial ties it all together!
Let’s not forget the handle. I pull this directly from the pot, after the pot has been trimmed and spout has been attached. It’s a strong handle, shapely and roomy, with a thumb stop for added comfort.
Once the teapot has been bisque fired, it’s time to glaze! I took a slight detour on this one. First I dip the upper portion of the teapot in a floating blue glaze. Next, I dip the lower portion of the pot in a purple matte glaze. Then I splash a cream rust over the seam where the blue and the purple meet. And for the final touch I pour and trail and daub a red gold glaze. Oops, I got a little heavy handed. But the result is a dynamic meld!
Let’s say it a Tempest! Yes! An enchanting tempest brewing along with your tea.
Use it daily and display it when not needed. It’s a smooth pour. Well balanced. Medium weight.
Makes a great wedding, housewarming, birthday, holiday, or anytime gift!
4.5-cup capacity
See also Taos Tea
