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Native American Pinch Pot and Air Dry Clay Recipe

A pinch pot is a traditional clay handbuilding technique that has been used for thousands of years. Initially, hand-built vessels were made solely for utilitarian purposes, with little consideration for artistry. Later, decorative designs began to appear on Native American pots. In this blog post, we’ve included a bit of history and an easy recipe for air dry clay. Follow the directions in the PDF below to make your very own clay pinch pot!