Olive trays

I've been dreaming of olive trays for some reason - I wanted a long, narrow pot, but didn't know how to go about making one.  So, I found a clay project demonstration by Gail Kendall of a tray that had just the shape I wanted.  It's a fairly simple slab constructed pot, and we have been having fun making them in the studio.  Three of us have tried this project and I'm enjoying the variations on a theme.  For the step-by-step detail, watch Gail Kendall's video:  http://www.pinterest.com/pin/427560558345819577/   - here is my process and results:

Next, she flipped the piece over so it sat on the coil foot.

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And here are two that Linna made - she altered the ends, which loosened them up and gave them a more organic, poddish sort of look.  She textured the rim, carved them and painted some happy olives:

Really fun project!  Thanks Gail!