Piggy Banks Part 2

Among these five piggy banks, the most challenging one to make and one of my favourite is the 'Turkey' bank.

The dog's tail and tongue was abit of a challenge to shape and stay in place but that was it.

Dog Piggy Bank - greenware

after 1st firing

 The Turkey bank had so many pieces of components which were very detailed and delicate and therefore more difficult to shape and stay in place.  I spent quite sometime shaping its delicate tail feathers and wings and praying they won't break and the tip won't chip on me.  Its feet/nails was another challenge to mold and shape and I think it looks kinda scary.

Making all the banks stand and dry flat (and without warping and cracking) was very time and energy consuming.  But the end results was worth it as they all came out standing firm and sturdy.

Turkey bank - greenware stage

Bisque stage