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If you notice, the bisque piece is marginally larger than the glazed piece. This shrinkage
occurs during the firing process. Any earthenware subjected to high heat will shrink and become
a bit smaller. Our piece is currently a pinkish white color. We have decided that the piece
needs more color. Adding additional color to a glazed piece is called on-glaze or stained
glaze stain. We have added a darker shade of pink to the top of our piece and highlighted
areas on the body. Adding color heightens the impact of the piece. You can add color
or design anywhere you like on your glazed piece. The color may be painted or sprayed
on. After you have added additional glaze(s) the piece must be re-fired. The piece is returned
to the firing chamber to bake for 7 to 9 hours, depending on the size, how many pieces you
are glazing and the type of stains you have applied. With any earthenware work or ceramic
the temperature, the exposure to the temperature, and the length of baking time, is an extremely
important part of the process. Thank you.