Swish overglaze brush in solvent until bristles are free of product. Wipe on paper towel.

Tips & Techniques

Use a separate bottle of Essence for each overglaze product. Mark the bottles according to which overglaze product was used. Contamination can result if brushes and/or Essence used with one product come in contact with brushes and/or Essence used with another. For example, if you use Bright Gold and clean your brush in one bottle of Essence, then clean a brush used with Mother of Pearl in that same bottle of Essence, contamination will result and compromise all subsequent firings.

1. Apply 2-4 flowing coats.
2. Apply to shelf cone 04 bisque.
3. Fire to shelf cone 06-04.
4. Clean up with water.
5. Always refer to label instructions for proper application and usage.

Tips & Techniques

1. Use Gloss Glazes for banding, marbleizing, spattering, sponging, stenciling and stippling.
2. Gloss Glazes can be used over underglazes, however their color may change the colors of the underglazes. Test-fire a small sample to test results.

1. Stir contents of jar thoroughly.
2. Apply 1 generous coat with a soft brush; let dry, then apply second crisscross coat.
3. Clean up with water.
4. Always refer to label instructions for proper application and usage.

Tips & Techniques

1. Granite Stone can be applied to ceramic bisque, fired glazed surfaces, wicker, wood, plastre, glass, papier-mache silk flowers and leaves.
2. For raised detailing, apply 3-4 coats.
3. For terracotta look, apply 2 solid coats of Canyon Rock Granite Stone; let dry; antique with White Water-Based Antiquing Gel.

1. Shake well before each use.
2. Apply 2 or more smooth coats. Let dry between coats.
3. Thin with water or Thin 'n Shade if needed.
4. Clean up with water.
5. Always refer to label instructions for proper application and usage.

Tips & Techniques

1. These colors dry brush easily for glimmering highlights.
2. Quite transparent, Liquid Pearls add gleaming accents to butterfly wings, flower petals, anywhere you want subtle glowing color.

1. Always dampen brush or sponge thoroughly with Duncan Brush Cleaner and squeeze out excess before loading with Mask ' Peel to desired areas.
2. Apply one good coat of Mask 'n Peel to desired areas.
3. Allow Mask 'n Peel to dry thoroughly before applying color over it. Heavy applications of Mask 'n Peel tend to dry on the surface before drying underneath. When this occurs, Mask 'n Peel peels off in layers. For this reason, any heavy areas should be checked for traces of Mask 'n Peel before proceeding with the technique.
4. When removing Mask 'n Peel, lift the corner of the masked area with a tool or fingernail, and use fingertips to roll the mask toward the area rather than away from it. In this way, the mask can usually be removed in one peice. However, always check for any small particles that may be left behind.
5. Always use Mask 'n Peel in a well-ventilated area.
6. Clean brush in Brush Cleaner and rinse in warm water immediately after use. If Mask 'n Peel should accidentally dry in the brush before it can be cleaned, soak in Antiquing Solvent or mineral spirits to loosen residue, then wash in warm, soapy water to complete cleaning. Wipe rim of jar and inside of lid, then close tightly.

Tips & Techniques

1. For underglaze designs: Apply base coat of opaque underglaze color to greenware. Paint design with Mask 'n Peel over base coat. When design is thoroughly dry, apply contrasting color over the ware. While color is still slightly damp, lift corner of masked area and peel off. Simple design work can be done with just one application of Mask 'n Peel. More colorful designs can be acheived with additional layers of Mask 'n Peel and color (except translucent underglazes) as long as the mask is removed after each color application.
2. For glaze designs: Paint a design with Mask 'n Peel directly on shelf cone 04 bisque or over 3 coats of dry, unfired glaze applied to witness cone 04 bisque. When mask is dry, apply one coat of a second glaze color, then remove mask while glaze is still slightly damp. As with underglazes, successive applications of Mask 'n Peel and 1 coat of glaze can be used.
3. For nonfired color designs, apply Mask 'n Peel directly to bisque for protection of areas while applying adjoining colors or apply over a base-coat color. When mask is dry, apply the adjoining or second color, then remove mask while color is still slightly damp. Repeat as desired.

1. Base coat piece with Bisque-Stain OpaquesTM, Ultra Metallics or Liquid PearlsTM.
2. When base coat is dry, apply a smooth, even coat of Quik-Crackle. Clean brush immediately with water and Duncan Brush Cleaner, making sure no Quik-Crackle is left in the metal ferrule. Let Quik-Crackle dry for 20 mintues to one hour. Quik-Crackle can set overnight and the same exciting results will be achieved.
3. Working quickly, use a clean, soft brush to apply an even coat of a contrasting top-coat color over the dry Quik-Crackle. Choose top-coat color for best results from the Bisq-Stain Opaques line. Once the top-coat color has been applied, do not reapply more color after cracking starts. Cracking time may vary from color to color. Wait a few minutes for cracking to start.

Tips & Techniques

1. Cracking follows the direction in which the top-coat color was applied, that is, if color was swirled on, the cracks swirl. Straight strokes will give your project straight cracks.
2. Acheive large, bold cracks by applying a heaver top-coat color.
3. Achieve fine cracks by applying a thin top-coat color.
4. Acheive a fine, web cracking by sponging on top-coat color.
5. Flat Opaque brushes give the best results when applying Quik-Crackle.
6. Take your time with the project; be sure all phases are properly set or dry before proceeding to the next step.
7. When cracking has completed and the top-coat is completely dry, you can add brushstrokes or design work.
8. Seal the project with a spray or brush-on sealer.

1. Shake can well before each use.
2. Holding can upright, 8-12 inches from surface, spray with slow, even motion.
3. Surface should have overall wet look, but don't spray too heavily to avoid sags and drips.
4. Wipe valve clean.

Tips & Techniques

1. After spraying, turn can upside down and spray until only clear gas appears.
2. If spray stops or is irregular, twist off spray head and clean.
3. Test spray on cardboard first to prevent sputtering.

1. Shake jar and stir well.
2. Always dampen brush or sponge thoroughly with Duncan Brush Cleaner and squeeze out excess before loading with Wax Resist.
3. Apply 1 good coat of Wax Resist over greenware, bisque, underglaze or glaze.
4. Allow Wax Resist to dry thoroughly before proceeding with technique.
5. Gently remove excess color from resist areas with a dampened sponge before firing.
6. Fire greenware to shelf cone 04.
7. Remove any loose perticles of fired underglaze with stiff brush before glazing. Glaze fire to shelf cone 06.
8. Clean brush in Brush Cleaner and rinse in warm water immediately after use. Wipe rim of jar and inside of lid, then close tightly.

Tips & Techniques

1. For underglaze designs, apply base coat of underglaze color to greenware. Paint design with Wax Resist over base coat. When design is thoroughly dry, apply contrasting color over the ware. Bisque fire to shelf cone 04. After bisque firing, remove loose underglaze particles with a stiff brush before glazing.
2. For glaze designs, paint designs with Wax Resist directly on shelf cone 04 bisque or over 3 coats of dry, unfired glaze applied to shelf cone 04 bisque. When Wax Resist is dry, apply 1 coat of a second glaze color over the ware. Fire to shelf cone 06.

1. Apply with squeeze bottle.
2. Maintain steady squeeze pressure.
3. For greenware application, fire to shelf cone 04. Apply glaze, stilt and fire to shelf cone 06.
4. For bisque application apply over glaze that has dried or under a glaze. Let XTREME Dimensions dry before glaze application, then stilt and fire to shelf cone 06.

Tips & Techniques

1. Popularly used with the stained glass technique. Create design outline on greenware; fire to shelf cone 04; fill design with various glaze colors; glaze fire to shelf cone 06.
2. Do not touch bottle tip to ware (this may cause the XTREME Dimensions to flatten).
3. Use in combination with other glazes for intriguing looks.
4. Use to outline design on ware.
5. Great for lettering.
6. Great for making dots.

1. To antique, apply 1 thin coat over dry acrylic color, working it into all crevices; wipe back with soft cloth or tissue.
2. Clean up with water.
3. Seal with Ceramic Spray or Brush-On Sealer.
4. Always refer to label instructions for proper application and usage.

Tips & Techniques

1. To remove more color, moisten cloth or tissue with water and wipe again.
2. To enhance color retention, lightly seal between layers of color.
3. For rouging, blush color on piece with a dry brush.
4. Reserve brushes for use only with Translucent Stains.

1. To antique, apply 1 coat over dry acrylic color, working it into all crevices; wipe back with soft cloth or tissue.
2. Clean up with water.
3. Seal with Ceramic Spray or Brush-On Sealer.
4. Always refer to label instructions for proper application and usage.

Tips & Techniques

1. To remove more color, moisten cloth or tissue with water or Thin 'n Shade and wipe again.
2. For rouging, blush color on piece with a dry brush.

1. Mix well.
2. Apply 2-3 coats for solid coverage; let dry between coats.
3. Apply one coat for highlights.
4. Clean up with water.

Tips & Techniques

1. No need to seal, as Sparklers are self-sealing.
2. Wash brush with fabric softener to help remove glitter.

1. Be sure that the surface of your piece is free of dust, skin oils and lotions to ensure proper adhesion. Wipe surfaces with rubbing alcohol prior to applying the overglaze (except when used over crackle glazes.).
2. Always apply with a brush that is designated solely for use with Mother of Pearl to prevent contamination.
3. Do not stir or shake glaze.
4. Place a small amount of overglaze on a glazed palette.
5. For a swirled look, swirl on 1 coat, overlapping strokes.
6. For a smooth look, brush on all strokes in the same direction.
7. Correct application should produce a light blue tint.
8. Clean brush in Essence and let dry.
9. Overglazed ware can be fired while it is still wet. The kiln must be clean, well-ventilated (do not overload) and follow a normal firing schedule. Do not touch wet decoration and handle as little as possible until ware is fired to avoid smudging.
10. Stilt and fire Mother of Pearl to shelf cone 020.

Tips & Techniques

1. The appearance of Mother of Pearl will vary with the type of glaze over which it is applied. When applied over a gloss glaze, Mother of Pearl will add a shiny luster. When applied over a matte glaze, Mother of Pearl will add a dull luster.
2. If Mother of Pearl is accidentally applied on the wrong area, dip a cotton swab in Essence and wipe off misplaced color.
3. If any areas are missed, go back and touch up before Mother of Pearl dries.
4. If using a metallic overglaze and Mother of Pearl on the same piece, apply and fire the metallic overglaze first.

1. Stir well to a smooth consistency. Do not add water.
2. Apply heavily to shelf cone 04 bisque. Use a palette knife, brush, sponge, ice cream stick or squeeze bottle. Avoid thin application.
3. Apply over unfired glaze.
4. Fire the shelf cone 06.
5. Clean up with water.
6. Always refer to label instructions for proper application and usage.

Tips & Techniques

1. To obtain a different look, tint or accent Snow with E-Z Stroke® Translucent Underglazes.
2. Fired snow can simulate more than just snow, use it for ocean foam, clouds, etc.

1. Stir contents of jar or shake bottle thoroughly before use.
2. Apply 2 coats with a soft brush to piece. Thin with water if necessary.
3. Clean up with water and Duncan Brush Cleaner.

Tips & Techniques

Brush-On Sealers can also be used over fired underglaze colors as a sealer in place of a fired glaze on decorative pieces.

Clear Brush-On Glazes
IN1001 Envision Clear Glaze
1. Mix well.
2. Apply 2 coats to shelf cone 04 bisque.
3. Fire to shelf cone 06.
Water cleanup.

GL612 Diamond Clear Glaze
1. Mix well.
2. Apply 2 to 3 coats to shelf cone 04 bisque.
3. Fire to shelf cone 06.
Water cleanup.

SN351 Satin Clear Glaze
1. Mix well.
2. Apply 2 coats to shelf cone 04 bisque.
3. Fire to shelf cone 06.
Water cleanup.

Clear Dipping Glazes
Dipping Instructions apply to the following products:
CN2000D Concepts Clear Dipping Glaze
IN1001D Envision Clear Dipping Glaze
GL612D Diamond Clear Dipping Glaze
SN351D Satin Clear Dipping Glaze

1. Initially mix with electric mixer. Mix daily with wire whisk.
2. Wear protective gloves. Submerge TL 497 Viscosity Cup into glaze. Lift from glaze. Begin timing (stop timing when a steady stream of glaze begins to break - 18-23 seconds is normal). If above 23 seconds, mix in small amounts of water as needed.
3. Using gloved hands or dipping tongs, rapidly submerge ware into glaze, covering as much area as possible. Quickly lift ware out of glaze, giving ware a slight shake to minimize excess drips or runs. Let dry.
4. If necessary, dip unglazed portion, slightly overlapping glazed area for full coverage. Let dry.
5. Use a SB 807 Fan Glaze Brush to glaze any missed areas. Use TL 420 Palette Knife to shave off drips or runs to prevent airborne dust.
6. Stilt and fire to shelf cone 06.
 

1. Apply 3 flowing coats.
2. Apply to shelf cone 04 bisque.
3. Fire to shelf cone 06.
4. Clean up with