The Right Tool Changes Everything.
Small batch tools, trusted by thousands of potters who value the natural feel of wood and lasting quality.
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Wood Ribs & Tools
Our cherry hardwood ribs and shaping tools are made feel steady in...
Making Tools for Potters Since 2023
At Stoic Clay Tools, we understand potters need reliable tools to bring their ideas to life because we've been there too. That's why we've made thousands of ribs from quality cherry hardwood for potters like you, since 2023.
5 Reasons to Try
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Materials
Made only with durable hardwoods capable of keeping up with the demands of the studio.
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Small Batches
Every tool gets the individual care to meet our standards for feel, finish, & long lasting use.
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Perfect Finish
Every tool is hand finished with a mixture of wax & oil for the warm honey color & longevity.
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30 Day Returns
We're so confident you'll love the tools that if you don't, just send them back for a full refund.*
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90 Day Promise
If anything happens to your tools in the first 90 days after delivery, we'll replace them at no cost.*
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Splashpan Tool Cup - Hook to your Pottery Wheel and Use for Tools, Slip, Water, Glaze & More
4.81 / 5.0
(27) 27 total reviews
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Sold outUndercut Tool
4.91 / 5.0
(11) 11 total reviews
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Sold outAngled Profile Rib
5.0 / 5.0
(22) 22 total reviews
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Sold outBowl Profile Rib
5.0 / 5.0
(37) 37 total reviews
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Sold outBubble #2 Textured Profile Rib
5.0 / 5.0
(22) 22 total reviews
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Sold outVase Profile Rib
5.0 / 5.0
(15) 15 total reviews
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Sold outThe Foot Stick
5.0 / 5.0
(18) 18 total reviews
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Sold outBubble Profile Rib
5.0 / 5.0
(28) 28 total reviews
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Sold outRounded Rectangle Rib
5.0 / 5.0
(14) 14 total reviews
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Sold outWood Butter 2oz
5.0 / 5.0
(4) 4 total reviews
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Sold outHalf Circle Rib
5.0 / 5.0
(13) 13 total reviews
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Sold outFlat Stick Forming Tool
5.0 / 5.0
(1) 1 total reviews
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Sold outPotter’s Forming Knife
5.0 / 5.0
(7) 7 total reviews
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Sold outWood Pottery Tool Gift Set #2
5.0 / 5.0
(5) 5 total reviews
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Sold outWood Pottery Tool Gift Set #1
5.0 / 5.0
(8) 8 total reviews
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Sold outClassic Rib
5.0 / 5.0
(8) 8 total reviews
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Sold outPhi Kidney Rib
4.0 / 5.0
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Sold outTeardrop Rib
5.0 / 5.0
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Pottery Rib Earrings with Brass/Gold hardware
5.0 / 5.0
(9) 9 total reviews
Regular price $19.00Regular priceSale price $19.00Sold out
Let customers speak for us
from 277 reviewsNo longer am I fishing around for my tools. Now all of them are within hands reach. I love this tool cup.
All i bought b were gifts for my daughter. She loves them!
Why did I not order this sooner.
I just received my first order of wood butter. After cleaning I my wooden pottery ribs I slathered the wood butter all over them and let them dry for a while. The product soaked in and restored my ribs nicely. I will continue to this to keep my wood tools In god condition.
I recently received the four piece rib set and LOVE it. I've retired my old foot tool, love the bubble tool (first time I've used something like this) and have tried the other two, as well. I love the holes in the ribs as they make it easy to keep a tight hold on the ribs. The wood seems to be high quality, too. I'm sure these aren't my first set of tools from Stoic Clay Tools.
P.S. be sure to buy some wood butter to keep your tools in great shape,. I'm also a fan of the splashpan tool cup. Great design and keeps my tools easily accessable while I throw or trim!
Great hardwood rib!
Excellent for shaping, holds up well to water and clay.
The modified rib that I requested is working like a charm. Thanks so much for your prompt and kind service.
Beautifully crafted, solid wood!
Holds up well to water, lovely form for shaping.
I will be purchasing more!
Love them
Very easy to use the rib and get perfect shaped bowls. I am using 2 pounds of clay for a cereal bowl. Hope this tool will last a while
It’s got the big guys but I’m trying! Had some success and will continue to try!
About Us
Stoic Clay Tools is just the two of us, Brett and Rachel, working together in a small workshop in Upstate SC. When we made our first batch of tools in 2023 we realized how much we enjoyed designing and shaping pieces with the same attention to detail that potters bring to their own work. Since then we have come a long way, making thousands of ribs for hundreds of potters in the US and around the world. We are extremely grateful for every potter who chooses what we make to become part of their own process.
*Free returns and 90 day replacement protection are valid for US customers only.
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