consumable$12–30 per 5 lbused in 1 side quest

Stoneware or earthenware clay (5 lb bag)

Moist clay that hardens permanently when kiln-fired. Stoneware (cone 5-6) is durable and dishwasher-safe; earthenware (cone 04) fires at lower temperatures but is more fragile.

What to look for

  1. 1Cone rating matches available kiln (cone 5-6 for mid-fire, cone 04 for low-fire)
  2. 2Pre-wedged or 'plastic' consistency (ready to use without prep)
  3. 3At least 5 pounds per person for a medium bowl project
  4. 4Grog content under 10% for smooth hand-building (higher grog is for sculpture)

Skip

  • Polymer or air-dry clay if you plan to fire it (they melt or crack)
  • Clay advertised only as 'natural' without cone rating

Used for: hand-building bowls or cups · coil construction · kiln-fired ceramics

Side quests that use it

Pick the adventure first; the gear follows.