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MATERIALS/EQUIPMENT (in Canadian dollars)
[Some prices have increased since I bought them]
Artista by Speedball tabletop pottery wheel - $955
https://amaranthstoneware.ca/products...
White Stoneware by Laguna Cone (5-6) - $30 per 25 lb bag
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"The Starter Set" (basic tool set) - $20
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Sponges
Get one for throwing (like the yellow one that comes in the "The Starter Set"). Another one or two sponges for cleaning is nice to have but not a necessity.
A few buckets
I recommend a minimum of two small buckets (one for throwing water, one for cleaning water), and one larger bucket for wastewater. More if you plan to use the water system I explain in the vid.
A few rag towels
Clay can stain light-colored material so it's a good idea to have some rag towels designated for your studio.
An apron
I bought mine for $4 at the dollar store.
Underglazes - up to $35 per pint
I don't really recommend the Axner Underglaze Pens mentioned in the video. You'd probably be better off buying underglaze by the pint: https://amaranthstoneware.ca/search?q...
Glazes - up to $35 per pint
There is a ton of variation in glaze brands, colors, and prices. I have Amaco, Mayco, Coyote, and Opulence brands.
IMPORTANT: make sure your glaze firing temp (the cone) matches your clay firing temp. All of my clay and all of my glazes are cone 5-6 meaning they can be fired at cone 5 or cone 6.
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Basic paint brush set - $20
I use these brushes for applying underglaze.
They can be bought anywhere, it doesn't need to be from a pottery supply store.
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Hake brush set - $25
I use these brushes for applying glaze.
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Mudtools workhorse/blue sponge - $9 **
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Mudtool polymer rib shape 1 - $13 **
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**The Mudtools sponge and polymer rib are not a necessity, but I find them very useful. They both come in different sizes/shapes so choose what's best for you!
38 pc tool set - $33
This set has a good variety of tools but is low quality, do with that information what you will.
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07TLC1QVW?p...
Ruler
Calipers would be ideal but a ruler is a cheaper, easier option.
Scale - $20
Only necessary if you want to weigh your clay before throwing to make matching items.
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B06X9NQ8GX?r...
Sculpting wheel - $65
Useful for hand building and brushing on glaze, not a necessity by any means.
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B08XBHH7M4?p...
Bats
I don't really recommend trying to make your own like I did. You can buy plastic bats or MDF-type material bats from a pottery supplier. They are quite expensive.
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Work surface(s) - preferably wood
Finding a used, sturdy, wooden table and sanding it down is a great budget-friendly option! I thrifted a table and replaced the top with new plywood.
If you throw sitting down and get a tabletop wheel like the Artista by Speedball wheel, you'll need a low table to put it on, a coffee table would work.
Your work surface(s) do not need to be wood, but be sure to get a wooden cutting board, a small piece of plywood, or just some kind of platform wrapped in cotton canvas to wedge on (anything that can absorb moisture from the clay).
Stool
If you throw sitting down you'll need some kind of stool, I recommend an exercise ball for a seat, it's much easier on the butt! However, most potters just use a simple stool.
Mirror
To place in front of your wheel, it makes throwing more ergonomic and easier on your neck. This is not a necessity.
Storage shelf
A safe place to store your pots that is separate from your work area.