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                                                               Blend the two coils together on the inside with a
                                                              wooden tool, as shown. Using a tool is easier than a finger
                                                              because it gives better access to the di cult-to-reach
          Use a wooden tool to blend the coil onto the body on   inner area.
         the opposite side.
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                                                               If the clay is very soft and you’re struggling to maintain
                                                              the shape without it collapsing, firm the construction up
                                                              with a hairdryer until the clay holds its shape su ciently to
           Supporting the form on the foam block as you work,   support the next coil.
           position the second coil over the first and blend it in
           as before.                                           21
             Again, pinch the coil along its length until the same
           thickness as the earlier one.




















                                                               Referring to your image again, paddle the developing
                                                              shape with a spatula to fine-tune it.                  .
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