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Trimming DiscLid Master Calipers, Pot Tools Lid Caliper Ultimate Edger, Faceting ToolsClay Fluter
Jiffy JigsShrink RuleTape Measure
Ribbed Throwing Sticks
, Extra Large Ribs

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Piepenburg Trimming Disc with DVD  New!

TLPPTRIMDISC.jpg (81568 bytes) Durable plastic "Lazy Susan"-type device with stainless steel bearing.  Helps you hold the position of your pots while trimming by providing near friction-free rotation and a dished stationary surface for applying holding pressure.  Efficient simplicity; works without complication or expense of other devices.  Includes a 10 minute instructional DVD for getting the most our of your Trimming Disc. 
Piepenberg Trimming Disc with Instructional DVD

$19.95 

Lid Master Calipers

lidmaster_caliper.jpg (66873 bytes) A special two-in-one caliper designed for the potter to match lids to holes.  Basic 1 to 1 ratio for matching greenware.  Reassemble the wing nut and the caliper will match a greenware lid to it's fired pot (matches for up to 12 1/2% shrinkage.)  Plastic.
Standard (up to 11" lids)

$12

Large (up to 16" lids)

$20

California Pot Tools Lid Calipers

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Standard (up to 12" lids)

$19

Ultimate Edger  
This throwing tool is 6 tools in 1.  
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 A:     Creates a double edge on the bottom of a pot
B/D:  Round out squared edges on the lip of a pot
 C:     Create raised design on a lid/pot
 E:     Creates a single edge on the bottom of a pot
 F:     Create a rounded edge on a large pot. 

Made of durable, rust free, stainless steel plate.  Look at the instructions here.

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Ultimate Edger throwing tool.  This is the very popular size we've sold many of.  2" x 4 1/4"

$10.99
Sale! $10

Now comes in a larger size, for those who throw large  2 3/8" x 5 1/4"  

$12.99
Sale $11

Faceting Tool, Adjustable

cheeseslicer.jpg (7792 bytes) Otherwise known as a Cheese slicer!  Use for faceting thrown pieces.  Replace wire with a spiral from a notebook for ribbed facets.  Heavy duty aluminum frame, brass locking screw, adjustable sliding roller from thin to 1/2" slices, stainless steel cutting wire, easy cleaning, non rusting.   
Our Price

$6.00

Clay Fluter Faceting Tool

TLFAFTDE.jpg (9309 bytes) Double ended with a curved side and an angled side for a variety of possible facets.  
Our Price

$12

Jiffy-Jig
1/4" thick acrylic "templates" for making perfectly sized, consistent shaped objects.  Hold the edge of the template to the outside of the pot while throwing, to finalize the shape.  Also eliminates need for trimming.  Great for beginners, or just for increasing production.  Hand beveled edges.   Instructions included, or print them here.  (Note: Bevel is cut for use when throwing counter-clockwise.)  

Mugs (2 pieces)  JJ-1
The 2 mug heights are approximately 2" and 3". 

Jig for mugs  

$9.95

Teapot or Vase (1 piece)  JJ-2
Height is 4 1/4"
Jig for Teapot or Vase 

$16.95

Canister set (3 pieces)  JJ-3
Heights 2 1/2", 4", and 9" 
Jig for Canister Set 

$20.95

Platter, Bowl and Dish (3 pieces)  JJ-4
 Approx 4" high.
Jig for Platter Bowl and Dish 

$22.95

Vase or Crock set (3 pieces)  JJ-5
Heights 3 1/2", 4", and 5" 
Jig for Vase or Crock Set 

$26.95

Vases and Pitchers (3 piece)  JJ-6
The 3 heights are 6", 8" and 9 5/8". 
Jig for Vase or Picture 

$29.95

Nesting Bowls (3 piece)  JJ-7
The 3 bowl heights will be approximately 4", 5", 6"  (you determine the width of the bowls).  Bowl rims flare out at the top.  
Jig for Nesting Bowls 

$26.95

Footed Bowls set (3 pieces)  JJ-8
Heights 3 1/2", 4 1/2", and 5 1/2" 
Jig for Footed Bowls 

$26.95

Pitcher and Vase (2 pieces)   JJ-9
Heights are 6" and 8 1/2". 
Jig for Pitcher and Vase 

$29.95

Shrink Ruler

When clay dries, it shrinks.  How much?  About 6 % from wet to bone dry.  Then about 6% more from bone dry to a final firing at cone 10.  So 12% would be the average, but it varies from about 10% to 14% depending on your clay body and how it was thrown or rolled out.

With the Shrink Rule and a little experience, you can size and plan for shrinkage when creating your wares.  Get the results you want! 

Comes with 6%, 10% 12% and 14% rules all on one tool.  Flexible, moisture tolerant, cleans easy.

Our Price

$13

TLCCOT01.jpg (20251 bytes) Flexible Tape Measure 
Tape Measure, Plastic, soft, flexible, 6 feet.  Great for measuring around curved surfaces.
Flexible tape Measure 

$2.20

Exotic Wood Tools

These tools are handmade from beautiful exotic hardwoods.  Made from woods such as Padauk, Canary wood, and Bubinga.  Bringle pick and clay scalpel


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Specialized Throwing Sticks
Teacup (6.5-7") This tool is made to facilitate forming a tea cup shape in wheel work. The head is gently curved to slope the walls of the cup. The handle is topped with a tip that allows many uses while forming the cup.

$12

Mug (6.5-7")   Similar to teacup throwing stick, but without the curve towards the head, that facilitates mug
work.

$12

MKM Throwing Tools  

Shaping and forming where your hands can't reach - easy and fast?
- Forms the wall as desired through very narrow opening
- Moves a clay wall out fast and with control
- Low friction rib heads allow for very thin walls
- Different sizes and shapes for different forms
- Rib heads can be exchanged with other MKM ribs
- Ergonomic Design - shaft won't rotate in your hand during use

Great for reaching into bottles and down narrow cylinders

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Inter- changeable ribs currently not available

MKM Throwing Tools
T3D - Large Double-ended Throwing Tool 
(20" overall length)

$29.95

T3C - Medium Double-ended Throwing Tool 
(14.5" overall length)

$24.95

T3A - Small Double-ended Throwing Tool 
(6.5" overall length)

$18.95

T2 - Tall Jar Throwing Tool
(12" overall length)

$16.95

T1 - Shoulder Throwing Tool
(7" overall length)

$16.95

 

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