I received an order for 18 mugs. Geez! Shouldn’t be a hard ask! But I NEVER make anything the same twice! I used to…so they want more…damn!
Anyway, after taking Malcolm Greenwood’s class, I now know how to get mugs consistently the same size with little pain! Firstly, you need to use the same amount of clay – Check out the previous post on how to determine how much clay you need for various pots – Click Here!
Then you need a measurement device. The Tombo, originally created and used in Japan, is the niftiest tool ever! And I made my own, thanks to Malcolm’s class! All you need is a little bamboo, a drill and a wooden skewer- all set!
Easy Peasy! Mine wasn’t as pretty as his, but worked well all the same! Give it a go!
Happy Potting!
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So the tombo really worked? I’ve been trying to throw sets but if I get a pair to match, I’m lucky!
Yes! It works so good! Try it – you’ll amaze even yourself! Thanks for reading!
all the best,
Marian
Brilliant idea! I’ll make one tonight and try it out. Thanks for sharing.
Do you have to use bamboo? Or will another type of wood work? If you have to use bamboo, where can you purchase it?
Hi- you can use any wood- bamboo is really great near water and is easy to carve/work with. Good luck!
Marian
This duty opened my eyes to making cups raised. Thanks