Preparing Your Clay · Spiral Wedging Technique

Easy

Spiral wedge 500 g (rhythm drill)

This is all about finding the rhythm. Grab 500 g of clay and focus purely on the push → rotate → reset cycle.

Don't worry about speed. Count out loud if it helps: push, turn, lift… push, turn, lift…

Aim for

  • 30 consistent strokes without stopping
  • A visible cone shape forming (not a pancake!)
  • The spiral pattern should be visible on the nose of the cone

Body check

Are your wrists relaxed? Is your weight shifting forward on each push? If your arms are doing all the work, step closer to the table and lean in.