APPLICATION TIPS:

Applying Kiln Ice glazes thicker than traditional AMACO glazes is critical to achieving nice crackle patterns.

Multiple brushed layers is better than one thick layer.

Before the ware is fired, handle with care so glaze does not flake off the edges.

Incorporate a drip ring on convex forms for the glaze to gather near the bottom of the piece. Additionally, it leaves a larger unglazed area on the piece that helps gasses escape the body and minimize pin-holing.

Glaze the interior & exterior of the ware. Having some glaze on the interior and exterior of the piece is recommended but it doesn't necessarily have to be a full body wrap. Leaving some exposed clay, as stated previously, will help gasses escape the clay body to minimize pin-holing.

Allow your fired piece to sit for a day or two for the full snowflake crackle effect to take place. Delayed crazing is common with this glaze; allowing the piece to cool for several days will enhance the crackle effect and add more depth to your fired piece.