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The pot is fully formed and will now be left to dry for several days or weeks. Most of the water in the clay will evaporate during the drying process, and that helps to prevent breakage during firing.
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Once the pot has thoroughly dried in the sun, it is fired in an open fire. Coconut husks and wood are used to fuel the fire.
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The pot has now been fired and is ready for glazing. The uneven colour of the pot reflects varations in oxygen exposure during firing. Greater exposure to oxygen results in lighter colours, while the dark patches indicate areas where oxygen was restricted.
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While the pot is still hot from the fire, it is glazed with a piece of tree resin to give it a shiny finish and to make it waterproof.