How to create a basic clay pot

Clay pots can be used for cooking and storing water and other things you will need. You can purify water and store that water in a large clay pot and make a lid for it from clay for example.

Items needed;

• Shovel, or other digging instrument
• Clay (red clay is best, usually just under the topsoil, it will be rocky, you will need to remove as many of the rocks as you can)
• Water (does not have to be purified) 

Steps to make a clay pot;

1. Prepare the clay: Start by kneading the clay to remove any air bubbles. Add water gradually to achieve a workable consistency, think about playing dough from when you were a kid. 
2. Shape the pot: Use your hands or a mold to shape the clay into a pot. 
3. Let it dry: Place the clay pot in a sunny spot to dry. Make sure it is in a place where it won't be disturbed while drying.
4. Sun bake the pot: Leave the pot in the sun for a few days, rotating it occasionally to ensure even drying. Once the pot is completely dry and hard, it is ready to be used.