Category Archives: Review

Going Batty (part 2)

Posted on October 27, 2012 by Rae

I prefer to use a batt rather than throwing directly on the wheel head.  But batts are a financial and spacial commitment.  So if you are considering purchasing batts, here is an overview of several choices. Tile-Batt System – This is … Continue reading →

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A bit off center

Posted on July 10, 2012 by Rae

There are two tools that I use regularly and recommend to potters who are setting up a studio: the tile batt and the giffin grip. Tile batts are a great solution for any studio because they are so space efficient. … Continue reading →

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Production Pottery – Tools

Posted on January 28, 2012 by Rae

There are two fundamental challenges to making dinnerware.  The first challenge is to make similar pieces look similar (i.e. one salad plate should look like all the other salad plates).  This is accomplished by making pots that are the same … Continue reading →

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Potter’s Tool Kit – Studio Tools

Posted on June 25, 2011 by Rae

Acquiring tools will not make better pots - practicing with them will. Every potter has a set of core tools – tools that she uses consistently in her tool kit.  But, there are also some tools that are too large to … Continue reading →

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Potter’s Tool Kit – Secondary Tools

Posted on June 7, 2011 by Rae

Acquiring tools will not make better pots - practicing with them will. Every potter has a set of core tools – tools that she won’t leave home without.  Then there are the secondary tools – tools that are used for more … Continue reading →

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Potter’s Tool Kit – Core Tools

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Rae

Acquiring tools will not make better pots - practicing with them will. Tools are a hot topic in pottery.  They are discussed during every demo, at every workshop, and in every class.  A potter’s tool kit is unique to the potter. … Continue reading →

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Potter’s Tool Kit – Scale

Posted on April 29, 2011 by Rae

I am often asked about what tools I recommend.  And, I have been intending to write several entries highlighting the tools that I find most helpful.  Tools are very personal and every potter’s kit is different.  There are no perfect … Continue reading →

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