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How we prep our templates

Before clay meets board, there's a little paper moment.

In this video you'll see how we cut out all the shapes from the printed template — with scissors, a craft knife, or both — and tape the individual pieces together at the marked spots to create the final full-size shapes.

You'll need:

  • Paper template

  • Scissors and/or craft knife

  • Tape

How We Prep & Roll Our Clay

No slab without the roll. Let's get into it.

In this video you'll see how we cut the clay, roll it out evenly using a rolling pin and guide sticks, and finish with a quick compress. Three steps, consistent slabs every time.

You'll need:

  • Rolling pin

  • Guide sticks

  • Rib tool

  • Clay (air-dry or kiln-fired)

How We Cut Our Clay Shapes

This is where paper meets clay.

In this video you'll see how to place and position your template shapes on the rolled-out clay and cut cleanly around them.

You'll need:

  • Rolled-out clay

  • Paper templates

  • Craft knife