Pottery guides

Using your Lite Pottery wheel out and about
Using your Lite Pottery wheel out and about
Your how to guide to taking your Lite wheel out and about and potting on the go! Includes safety considerations, and how to pick the correct power level to get the best from your wheel!
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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Pottery Wheel for Beginners (2026)
Discover the ultimate guide to choosing the best pottery wheel for beginners! Explore top picks, tips, and why the Small Ceramics Wheel is the must-have choice.
Making your small pottery wheel (Classic) portable
Making your small pottery wheel (Classic) portable
We often get asked how easy it is to take...
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Start Pottery at Home: A Complete Beginner’s Guide
Curious about pottery at home? This beginner’s guide covers everything you need to get started—from air dry clay and acrylic paints to microwave firing.
Which type of clay should I use on my Small Pottery Wheel?
Which type of clay should I use on my Small Pottery Wheel?
The most important decision to make when embarking on your miniature pottery journey is the type of clay you will use. There are three main types of regular clay and they all have different properties that make throwing with each vastly different experiences.
pottery ideas for beginners
The Top 10 Pottery Ideas for Beginners
Discover 10 fun and functional pottery ideas for beginners—get inspiration for everything from simple bowls and mugs to mini vases, ornaments, and lidded pots.