The WHM-9, a 9-piece pottery handle shaping tool set, is a tool set that helps potters create consistent and beautiful "handles" for vessels such as mugs or pitchers more easily.
How to use the WHM-9 Handle Shaping Tool Set
The core function of this tool set is to serve as a "template" to help the clay maintain its desired shape while still soft.
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Choose a shape: The set includes 9 pieces of various sizes and shapes (curved, angled, and slanted), allowing you to select the one that best suits your vessel design.
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Shaping: Take a rolled or slab of clay (Handle) and wrap or drape it over the edge of the wooden template, allowing the clay to curve according to the tool's proportions.
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Allow to set: Let the clay rest on the template until it reaches the leather-hard stage, so that the handle retains its shape and does not sag or deform before being attached to the main piece.
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Assembly: Once the handle has set to the template's shape, trim any excess and attach it to the mug or pitcher using slip.
Additional tips for perfection
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Clay thickness: Roll the clay to a consistent thickness before shaping to ensure the finished handle has uniform strength throughout.
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Prevent sticking: If the clay is very moist, you can place a thin cloth or tissue paper between the wooden template and the clay to easily remove the handle without deforming it.
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Center hole: The small hole in the center of the tool is for easy gripping or for inserting a storage rod, making it convenient to pick up and keep organized.
This tool set will help solve issues of crooked or uneven mug handles, making your pottery sets look professional and consistent across all pieces.