With a sigh, "The cup is fine the way it is. You just need to bake it, so it could turn out right, and then if you wish, paint over it to make it look pretty. Honestly, it's fine because I like the color of earth on it. It's best natural."

Eventually, his vase is done and it's a fine vase as the clay becomes harden from the heat as it should be. It was hot, so he used a tool to bring it out and let it cool on the shelf. Leaving the kiln open for her to bake or the next person waiting their turn.