What you will learn this week

By the end of Week 7, you will be able to:

• plan and complete a realistic home-making workflow for ceramic tableware or a vase, including drying control and risk reduction

• apply the “watch like a maker” method to learn from short videos (timestamp decision notes + one action to try)

• document your prototype using the six-view standard (Week 6), with captions, alt text and an ethical limitations statement

• create a simple online-ready presentation pack for your work: a short product-style description, clear photos, and practical information (care, size, limitations)

• choose an appropriate online platform pathway (marketplace → own site → local markets) based on your goals, time, and level of control

Real-world lens (why this matters)

Many learners want to create ceramics without access to a full studio. This unit teaches:

• realistic “home studio” decisions

• how to build skills step-by-step

• how to document results honestly for learning and portfolios

Home safety note (important)

Home making can be done responsibly, but always:

• keep work areas clean (reduce dust)

• avoid eating/drinking near clay work

• follow product safety guidance if using any materials

• remember: functional food-safe ware usually requires proper firing and glaze testing. If you cannot test, treat pieces as display prototypes.