Tools & Pottery -It's like sports, the equipment doesn't make you a better player, but it might make it a little easier or more pleasurable to play. That said, I love new tools and gadgets that can make my work a little more efficient or achive a result that otherwise might not look as good.
There are hundreds upon hundreds of pottery tools out there. Some for trimming, some for decoration and some I'm not sure what to do with. I have always been fascinated with tools, good ones that is. Last year I got 2 great Bison trimming tools for Christmas and LOVE them. They are very special and feel that way in the hand.
Some tools I have made and or modified myself. I notch out regular ribs with my dremel to achieve a small bead at the base o my bowls. I cobbled together a measuring stick for width and height for mugs - from bamboo skewers and some waxy thread.
I have this one tool, not really sure where it had come from but I have had it for many years. It's called a "Yumi" . It's a little harp - like a cutter. I finally found the source of it and was so thrilled. I ordered up a backup one for me and an extra for a fellow potter that loves it too.
It came from bambootools
They have a nice assortment of other tools - and I also discovered they have some good videos on YouTube. just search bambootools.com (warning: music is rather tacky).
This little tool is great for a multitude of jobs, but my favorite is cutting up pulled handles and then cutting off the excess clay on the cup. Being on their site was a little like going to Target. I just needed one item, but I walk away with a lot more.
On this afternoon of web shopping for pottery stuff I also ordered up a few underglaze "markers" I want to see if they really can write better than the needle tipped bottles. Will report back on these markers.
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