Glaze Mixing Supplies!
These are items that I personally use in my home studio. This isn’t top of the line equipment, but instead essential items that I have used and can recommend!
Note: These are affiliate links. You do not need to buy from them, but if you do, I will get a very small commission that helps me run this site. Okay, the label maker isn’t essential, but it is cheap and super handy in keeping things neat!
 .001 Electronic Lab Scale
I like it so far! Plugs in so batteries are never an issue. It is bigger than the picture looks! I got this through the Amazon Warehouse deals so it was a steal! Mine seemed like new!
Emulsion Blender
(I will be honest, I kept this for the kitchen and am using my old kitchen one in the studio now.)Â Â
Again, I used the Amazon Warehouse deals – seemed brand new to me! Still in plastic and everything!
3M Respirator 6000 / 6300 for use with P100 Filters
P100 Filters
I couldn’t find the filters in my local Home Depot or Lowes right now (probably due to Covid), but they did have one mask left at Lowes. I think the price is better on Amazon – but reviews suggest watching for fakes on the filters!
Brother P-touch PTH110 Label Maker
Label all the things! Uses TZE 231 Labels – I buy off-brand and they work fine! This isn’t top of the line but works just fine for my labeling needs in the studio!
Label Tape for Labeler
These work fine – I have never needed to buy the Brother brand!
32oz Deli Containers with Lids
$53.68 / 240 ct at samsclub.com
These work great for storing small amounts of material and test batches of glazes. I did notice that the sets I had stored in a box had some cracked lids after 6 years of neglect. But, for the price – I would still buy again!
1 Gallon Plastic Buckets with Lid
- Pails: $2.60 / each (min 5)
- Lids: $.60 / each (min 5)
at Uline.com
These are working out great so far. I originally bought some from Amazon that were more expensive and flimsy – these are much sturdier but are heavier – honestly, I like both but can’t find the Amazon ones in stock anymore!
For large batches of glaze, you will want something larger like a 5 Gal or 10 Gal Bucket. Lowes or Home Depot are a good source.
Dish Scrubber
These help immensely in pushing glazes through sieves!
TIP: You can also get them at the dollar store!
60 & 80 Mesh Sieves
$24.95/ each at theceramicsshop.com
Don’t skip this step – these are essentials!!!
Drill Mixer Bit
Another essential for large batches. However, you can use the emulsion blender for smaller batches.
The drill I use is a cordless Chicago Electric from Harbor Freight – they don’t seem to sell it anymore – any cordless or cordless drill should work though!
Val Cushing’s Handbook
If you’re interested in getting this book, call (877) 744-8823 and try to order it directly. With shipping, it cost me $35.21. This was still available as of 2017…
Looks like this is also available here: alfred.edu – Publications for $26.00 + shipping
John’s Britt’s Complete Guide to Mid-Range Glazes
Great resource and there is a Facebook group that shares information.
Mastering Cone 6 Glazes by John Hesselberth & Ron Roy
This used to be electronic only – I have it on an old iPad – and literally bought this today when I saw a hard copy for sale! This is a great resource!