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Clay Cutters – Round – Minis

$3.75

Clay Cutters

Round

Premium Clay Cutters – Plates, Dishes, + Bowls

$3.75

Create clean, consistent bases for cups, mugs, and jars. These heavy-duty round clay cutters take the guesswork out of slab work, giving you precise circles every time so you can focus on form, texture, and glaze.

Built to withstand daily studio use, they’re also great for mini plates, risers, candle bases, and other small decorative attachments.

Please note: the decorative edge detail will scale with the size of the cutter.

About

Our Clay Cutters are sized to fit our formers, stencils, and are also compatible with GR Pottery Forms. Thick handles add durability, and with proper care they’re reusable for hundreds of applications.

Studio-Grade Durability – Built to withstand daily studio use. Extra-thick PLA construction withstands daily professional use, resists warping from wet clay, and maintains crisp edges through thousands of cuts
Perfect Plate Sizing Every Time – Born in a working pottery studio where efficiency meets artistry. Create consistently sized dinnerware sets with precise dimensions, eliminating the guesswork and waste from hand-cutting pottery pieces
Large Format Design – Generously sized cutters accommodate full-scale plates, bowls, and serving dishes up to [11 inches], ideal for functional pottery and production work
Time-Saving Efficiency – Designed by potters who understand the demands of production work. Cut perfect shapes in seconds instead of minutes of hand-forming, allowing you to focus on glazing, decorating, and other creative details.
Professional Results for All Skill Levels – Achieve uniform, gallery-quality pieces whether you're a beginner or master potter, perfect for Etsy sellers and studio professionals
Compatible with All Clay Bodies – Works flawlessly with stoneware, porcelain, earthenware, and polymer clays from leather-hard to soft throwing consistency
Investment-Grade Tool – One-time purchase replaces disposable templates and hand-cutting tools, paying for itself within your first commissioned dinnerware set

How to Use

Step 1: Prepare Your Clay
Roll out your clay slab to desired thickness (typically 1/4" to 3/8" for plates and bowls) on a non-stick surface or canvas. Let clay rest until leather-hard for cleanest cuts, though soft clay also works.

Step 2: Position the Cutter
Place the cutter firmly on your clay slab with even pressure. For best results, ensure the entire cutting edge makes contact with the clay surface.

Step 3: Cut Your Shape
Press down firmly and evenly around the entire cutter edge. For thicker slabs, use a gentle rocking motion while maintaining downward pressure. You should feel the cutter reach through to your work surface.

Step 4: Remove Excess Clay
Lift the cutter straight up. Peel away excess clay from around your cut piece. Save scraps for recycling back into your clay body.

Step 5: Refine and Shape
Smooth cut edges with a damp sponge. For bowls and dishes, transfer your flat cut piece to a mold, drape form, or use hand-forming techniques to create dimension while the clay is still pliable.

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