11 Best Holiday Gifts For Potters

Nov 19, 2020

Looking for the best holiday gifts for potters? You’ve come to the right place.

Whether you’re a seasoned ceramic artist or completely new to pottery, we’re here to help you find the perfect gift!

We’ve curated a selection of gift ideas for potters and ceramic artists, featuring some of our most popular and useful sets – perfect for the holiday season. Let’s get started!

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1. Explorer Pottery Carver Set - $149.00

If you or someone you know recently got into ceramics and need some basic pottery tools, a starter tool set is the perfect gift!

We designed our Explorer Pottery Carver Set with beginner potters in mind so they can buy all the tools they need to get started.

However, since these are tools that every potter can use, it’s great for long-time artists too!

This set includes a wide variety of essential ceramic tools, including:

2. SC1 Paddle Sculpting Stylus Tool - $28

With our new sculpting stylus tools, artists are able to create intricate, 3D designs on ceramic pieces.

Lightweight and made from hardwood, these tools offer comfort and precision for both right and left-handed users. Each tool features a sharp wood blade tip and a rounded end for versatile use.

The SC1 Paddle Sculpting Stylus Tool, with its curved paddle tip, is ideal for fine lines, creases, and smoothing small areas.

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3. 6-Piece Essentials Ceramic Carving Tools Set - $199

Our 6-Piece Essentials Ceramic Carving Tools Set is another great must-have gift for potters on your holiday shopping list.

This pottery tool set features carving tools for potters that want to expand their carving tool collection. It also features some of our customers’ favorites in a single set!

What you’ll get in this caving tools set:

This carving tool set it perfect for any potter who wants to expand their tool arsenal and try out a variety of different U and V-tip carvers!

4. Wood Rib 100mm - $34

Pottery wood ribs are used to shape, smooth, and refine the surface of clay during wheel-throwing or hand-building. Their firm, natural texture helps remove excess moisture and create a polished finish on the pottery.

Our Wood Rib is beautifully oiled and carved, measuring approximately 100 mm wide, 110 mm long, and 13 mm deep. It features a laser-engraved DiamondCore logo on the front and a diamond-grid design on the back.

Coated with a smooth layer of wax, this rib glides effortlessly over wet clay, though the wood grain may vary.

It’s the perfect gift for potters looking for quick work on the wheel!

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5. 4-Piece Exotic Clay Carving Tool Set - $139

4-Piece Exotic Clay Carving Tool Set

What do you get a potter who seemingly has everything? How about some truly unique tools?

We’ve bundled some of our most sought-after and fun tools together in our 4-Piece Exotic Clay Carving Tool Set. We can almost guarantee the potter in your life doesn’t have anything like these special tools already.

This clay carving tool set features four great tools!

6. Carving Tool Accessories

If the potter you're shopping for already has plenty of carving tools, why not consider accessories that can enhance their carving experience?

DiamondCore offers a range of carving tool accessories that make great additions to any potter's toolkit. Our wire tools, finger brush set, and 3-piece pottery sponge set are ideal complements, providing extra precision, control, and smoothness during the carving process.

These thoughtful extras could be just what they need to take their work to the next level!

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7. 4-Piece Trimming Tool Set 1 - $135

Ceramic trimming tools are a must-have so that potters can remove excess clay from the bottom of pots and other ceramic creations. That makes them a handy and popular gift for potters!

DiamondCore Tools has put together two specialized Trimming Tool Sets , featuring our long-lasting, durable trimming tools along with must-have accessories like our popular sticky bats and trimming spinners.

These sets are designed to improve your pottery trimming experience with everything you need in one package!

Our Trimming Tool Set 1 includes:

Our Trimming Tool Set 2 includes:

These pottery tools are sure to get tons of use and plenty of love from the potter on your holiday list. You can’t go wrong with either set!

8. Clay Impression Stamps - $3/Stamp

If you’re working with a tighter budget but still want to treat the potter in your life this holiday season, our clay impression stamps make an excellent gift!

These stamps are designed to attach to the stylus ends of existing DiamondCore carving tools, allowing potters to easily add unique decorative patterns to their creations. They're perfect for those who already own and love our carving tools!

And if the potter you're shopping for doesn't have any DiamondCore tools yet, consider pairing the stamps with a carving tool, like the popular P1 Curved V Tip Carving Tool—a favorite among DiamondCore users.

9. Clay - $15 to $30

In addition to tools and accessories, clay itself makes an excellent gift for pottery artists! The right clay can inspire new projects and spark creativity.

At DiamondCore, we offer a range of premium clay bodies from Aardvark Clay and Supplies, giving potters the perfect foundation for their next masterpiece. Whether they specialize in hand-building or wheel-throwing, you'll find a variety of clay types to suit their unique needs and preferences.

With the right clay, the possibilities are endless!

10. Pottery Glaze - $4 to $32

Every pottery artist knows you can never have too much glaze! Pottery glaze is a perfect gift idea for potters, offering endless possibilities for creative expression.

At DiamondCore Tools, we proudly carry a wide variety of glazes from top brands like Mayco, Coyote, and Chrysanthos. With this diverse selection, artists can find everything they need to bring their visions to life, all in one convenient place.

Whether you're looking for vibrant colors or subtle finishes, we have the perfect glaze to suit any project.

11. DiamondCore Tools e-Gift Card

DiamondCore Tools e-Gift Card

We’ve shared great gifts for potters above, but finding the perfect gift isn’t always that easy! If you’re still unsure what tools your friend or family member might want, have no fear — DiamondCore Tools e-gift cards are the perfect solution!

Our gift cards are digital and come via email, so they’re easy to send to anyone on your list, near or far. However, you can also easily print them out and slip them into a stocking or holiday card. Plus, they match any price point. You can select a value from $10-$1,000!

Shop By Skill Level

If you're unsure where to begin, try exploring products based on skill level. This approach can make it easier to find the perfect tools for the potter in your life. At DiamondCore Tools, we organize our pottery tools by skill level and even offer curated tool sets tailored to each stage of expertise.

This way, you can confidently choose the right products to suit any artist's needs, whether they’re a beginner or a seasoned professional.

Pottery Tools By Skill-Level

Shop More Gifts For Potters!

While our these tools and accessories are great, this is only the beginning. Browse our website to see all of our pottery carvers, trimming tools, stylus tools, sanding pads, and more — all at different price points to meet your needs!

If you have questions about our tools or need some additional gift inspiration, don’t hesitate to reach out. Feel free to leave a comment below or connect with us on Facebook or Instagram. Our team is standing by to offer helpful holiday suggestions and advice!