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How To Build A Binde > Steps 1 - 8 1. Collect Clay - The color doesn't matter. What's most important is that it be smooth, moist and malleable. It should be free of rocks, sticks, roots, etc. Generally, clay found near rivers is cleaner.
2. Collect Sand - The sand will be mixed with the clay to make it easy to work with.
3. Remove any sticks, stones or roots from the clay.
4. The sand needs to be free of stones, debris, etc. Use a sifter to separate sand.
5. Mix together equal parts clay and sand. Mix well so that the sand is not visible.
6. Form a "mound" on a flat surface or table. Form an indentation in the center of the clay/sand mix and add water. By pouring water in the indentation, this will prevent the water from running off the surface. Mix and knead like bread dough, making sure to eliminate air pockets. Air pockets will cause the binde to crack when it is fired. The mixture should be moist, but not wet, so that you can begin to shape it into coils.
7. Begin to form coils, adding small amounts of sand if clay is too wet or sticky. How do you know if you have the correct consistency? If your finger sticks when gently tapping the clay, more sand needs to be added.
8. Continue to form several coils, rolling until smooth. Finished coils should be approximately 5 cm wide and 30 cm long.
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