Pottery Trimming for Beginners | How to Trim Your Pots on the Wheel

Welcome or welcome back friends!Today I’m going to show you a basic and beginner-friendly way to trim your pottery. You’ve probably seen those fancy foot rings on the bottom of pots. While foot rings are beautiful, they can be tricky, so in this video we’re keeping it simple.
We’ll focus on:
1 Removing excess clay for a lighter pot
2 Matching the outside shape to the inside shape
3 Making a stable, slightly concave base that sits flat
I’ll even do some quick drawings to demonstrate!
👉 Trimming tips for beginners:
• Use the right clay stage (think parmesan cheese—not sticky, not too dry)
• Memorize your interior shape and trim to match
• Always check wall thickness by feeling and tapping
• Centering takes time—be patient, it’s part of the learning
• Anchor your pot with 3 wads of clay, and keep a steady hand
• Remove clay at the bottom corner first, then refine upwards or downwards
• Smooth lines with ribs or your fingers—avoid water at this stage
• A properly trimmed pot will feel surprisingly light!
Remember, trimming is a skill you’ll keep developing with practice. Don’t stress about perfection—enjoy the process, stay consistent, and reclaim your clay when needed.
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✨ What I’m wearing in this video:
• Dawn Jeans by Megan Nielsen Patterns: https://megannielsen.com/products/daw...
• Nephaline Blouse by Vivian Shao Chen Patterns: https://www.vivianshaochen.com/nephal...
Happy potting, and I’ll see you in the next one!

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