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Caterpillar

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Nine snug, evenly spaced curves that march up the wall like a caterpillar mid-crawl, now in plant-based plastic with a single bevelled working edge. Because only the chamfered face contacts the clay, the tight repetition lands without smudging, every ring distinct from its neighbours in one steady pass. The mechanical rhythm somehow stays completely organic. Great for tall cylinders, pencil holders, and planters where the surface texture is the entire personality. Slow to look at, fast to make, easier than it has any right to be.
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Variant
Wood
Wood
Plastic
Plastic

Size

Dimensions4.7 × 2 in

Material

Plant-based Plastic

Delivery

Ships in
7 days
Available across United States

How to use

Designed for gripThe cut-out holes are for your fingers. Hook a finger or thumb through one or two of them for a secure hold, even when your hands are slick with slip.
Find the right angleHold the rib at a low angle against the clay and let the shaped edge do the work. Light, steady pressure smooths walls and pulls profiles into shape without gouging.
Rinse and goRinse off slip and clay residue under the tap and wipe dry. A soft brush helps lift dried clay out of the finger holes.
Cool water onlyStick to cool or lukewarm water. Hot water and dishwashers can soften the material and dull the profile over time.
Store out of direct sunlightKeep ribs in your tool drawer or a shaded shelf. Prolonged UV exposure can slowly weaken plant-based plastic.
Treat the edge gentlyThe shaped edge is what does the work. Avoid dropping the rib onto hard surfaces or stacking heavy tools on top of it — a chipped edge will leave streaks on your pots.
Total$8.98