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Mud, Sweat, & Tears (But Make It Pottery)
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Welcome to my pottery happy place 🤍 This list includes all of my favorite tools, equipment, and studio essentials that I actually use in my home ceramics space. From wheel-throwing must-haves to the little tools that make a big difference, these are...

Some of these links are affiliate links, which means I get a small commission if you use them to purchase an item. However, some items are just things I really love and wanted to share and result in absolutely no commission at all.
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Wheels that will last
 
Kiln's for home potters + accessories
 
Slab Rollers
 
Tools, bats, etc.
 
Glazing all day
 
Clay I use

Wheels that will last

 
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I don’t receive commission on this item. This is the wheel I use though and I love her! She’s perfect. Easy to clean, great speed and power and overall a solid machine that will last a lifetime. Hands down, best wheel ever.
Brent C Pottery Wheel
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A great alternative wheel to the Brent Model C.
Nidec Shimpo | BLICK Art Materials
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Solid wheel and more affordable than others. It will still handle 100lbs, so would likely work for most home studios.
Speedball Clay Boss Potter's Wheel
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I do not receive commissions for this, but this is the stool I use. I really love it. Helps my back not get too sore because it helps tilt your pelvis correctly.
Artisan CK-21T High Density Foam Tilting Potter's Stool
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Kiln's for home potters + accessories

 
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This is my kiln and I think it’s the perfect size for a home studio. I can fit quite a lot of items in here, but it also doesn’t take me months to fill if I’m throwing regularly.
Skutt KMT Series Kilnmaster Touch Kiln - KMT-1022, Cone 10, 240V-3P, 34.6A
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If you’re looking for something super small to fire small items or you just don’t produce much yet, this is a great little kiln! This will also work in any outlet!
Skutt FireBox 8x6 LT Kiln
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Kiln furniture is kind of mandatory and this set is perfect.
Skutt Model 1018 Kiln Furniture Kit
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Also a great size for a home studio!
Skutt KMT Series Kilnmaster Touchscreen Kiln - KMT-1018-3, Cone ...
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Really mandatory if you’ll be firing inside a building IMO!
Skutt EnviroVent 2 System | BLICK Art Materials
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Great little kiln for home potters. This will also work in any outlet, so no need for an electrician!
Skutt KMT Series Kilnmaster Touchscreen Kiln - KMT-614-3, Cone 6 ...
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Solid shelves for your kiln!
Amaco Kiln Refractory Shelves
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These come in various heights so you can get as much stuff into your kiln as possible.
Amaco Kiln Shelf Supports
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Love the self supporting cones. These are all I use for my witness cones.
Orton Self-Supporting Cones | BLICK Art Materials
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I've found these to be superior for hanging test tiles or beads. They never slouch, unlike the metal rods I've previously tried.
Kiln Rod (Package 10)
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I haven't done a ton of testing with Kiln paper yet, but essentially it allows you to put fully glazed items on the shelf without them sticking, which is super cool.
Fuseworks Fiber Shelf Paper | BLICK Art Materials
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Slab Rollers

 
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I’m obsessed with this. It may be overkill for most home studios, but it makes rolling out slabs a breeze.
Nidec Shimpo SR-3050 Full Size Slab Roller
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Great option if you’ll have limited space or just don’t need a giant slab roller.
Nidec Shimpo SRM-1624 Mini Slab Roller
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Tools, bats, etc.

 
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Love love love these bats! They come in various sizes, but I like the 12”.
Speedball Bats
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My favorite sponges!
DiamondCore Pottery Sponges and Set | BLICK Art Materials
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I also have these sponges and they're a great set as well. They last a really long time!
Mudtools Mudsponge | BLICK Art Materials
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I use these every time I make a lidded jar or something like that. They're easy to use and affordable.
Giffin Grip Lid Master Calipers | BLICK Art Materials
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Great calipers. Easy to use. Definitely critical if you're wanting to start throwing items with lids.
Amaco Lid Master | BLICK Art Materials
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Glazing all day

 
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I LOVE Spectrum floating glazes. These are incredible. If you like vibrant glaze that has a lot of depth, these are for you!
Spectrum Floating Glazes | BLICK Art Materials
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Coyote makes some solid glazes. They're really beautiful and fun to play with.
Coyote Archie’s Glazes | BLICK Art Materials
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A must for glazing.
Royal & Langnickel Aqualon Soft Synthetic Fan Brushes | BLICK Art Materials
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I have a ton of these fan brushes. They're affordable and allow for thick application.
9pcs Soft Facial Fan Mask Applicator Brushes
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Great for doing perfect circles of running hot chowder!
WAFJAMF 40-Pc Assorted Round Sponges Set
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Great for detailed painting of glazes.
DUGATO Fine Detail Paint Brush Set - 8pcs
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Clay I use

 
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Really easy clay to use. I don't add any sand or grog.
SP648 Sea Mix 6
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Beautiful speckled, mid range, clay. I find it fires best at cone 5.
SP696 Fool's Gold
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This is a solid white stoneware clay. Beginner friendly.
Standard Clay Company White Stoneware Slip | BLICK Art Materials
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Solid speckled clay choice for midfire.
Laguna B-Mix 5 Clay with Speckles WC408 | BLICK Art Materials
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