Select a nonmoving glaze so that the design or pattern does not become distorted in the glaze firing.  Apply 3 coats to bisque plate, using a fan brush. Let dry.

Trace design on plate, using, clay carbon and pencil.  Typical majolica designs are traditional fruits, flower and leaves, abstracts or patterns.

Apply 2 coats of glaze to design, using a round brush. Let dry.  We use Concepts Underglazes for the design glaze.

Outline and detail design, using a liner brush. Let dry.  After the glaze firing, the design is a permanent part of the glaze surface.