The Cutter & Template Collection
Our Templates Collection is designed to help makers create consistent, well-proportioned pottery forms with confidence. These templates take the guesswork out of sizing and proportions so you can focus on the creative part of the process.
Click on each product to learn more and see it in action!
Designed to help you create elegant, modern soap dishes with beautifully shaped scalloped edges and clean, functional drainage. This thoughtfully designed template makes it easy to create consistently shaped soap dishes while still allowing complete creative freedom in how you form and finish each piece.
The soft scalloped edge detail gives this form the elevated, organic look that is incredibly popular right now, while the three elongated drainage slots help keep soap dry and functional for everyday use.
Once your slab is rolled and cut using the template, simply drape the clay over your preferred mold or form to create your desired curve and shape. This allows you to customize the final profile of the soap dish while maintaining perfectly consistent dimensions and drainage placement every time.
Perfect for creating:
Soap dishes
Sponge holders
Jewelry catchalls
Bathroom décor pieces
Small kitchen accessories
Handmade at Pearl & Fern Pottery Supplies and Plants, this template is durable, easy to use, and designed for repeated studio use.
Perfect for both beginner and experienced potters looking to create polished, professional-looking functional pottery pieces with ease.
Dimensions
7" x 5.75"
How to Use
Roll out an even slab of clay to your desired thickness.
Place the template onto the slab and cut around the outer edge and drainage holes.
Carefully remove excess clay.
Gently drape the cut slab over your chosen mold or form to create shape and curvature.
Refine edges and smooth as desired.
Allow clay to firm up before removing from the mold.
Finish, decorate, dry, and fire as desired.
Designed and manufactured in West Kelowna, BC by Pearl & Fern Pottery Supplies, our Berry Basket Template was created to simplify the process of building beautiful handbuilt berry baskets with consistency and ease.
This thoughtfully designed template creates one continuous form, allowing you to cut and assemble your berry basket from a single slab of clay. The result is a cleaner build process, stronger structure, and a beautifully balanced finished piece.
Dimensions: 12" x 12" x 1"
How to Use:
Roll out your slab and cut using the template. After cutting, we recommend allowing the clay to firm up slightly for approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour before bringing the walls upward and assembling the form in the corners. This helps the clay maintain its structure and creates a sturdier, cleaner final result.
Perfect for:
• Berry baskets
• Farmers market pottery
• Functional kitchenware
• Beginner and advanced handbuilders alike
We believe in what we make. Every Pearl & Fern–manufactured pottery supply tool comes with a 2-year guarantee. If it breaks under normal studio use, we’ll make it right with a replacement — no fuss, no stress.
Designed to help you create elegant, modern soap dishes with beautifully shaped scalloped edges and clean, functional drainage. This thoughtfully designed template makes it easy to create consistently shaped soap dishes while still allowing complete creative freedom in how you form and finish each piece.
The soft scalloped edge detail gives this form the elevated, organic look that is incredibly popular right now, while the three elongated drainage slots help keep soap dry and functional for everyday use.
Once your slab is rolled and cut using the template, simply drape the clay over your preferred mold or form to create your desired curve and shape. This allows you to customize the final profile of the soap dish while maintaining perfectly consistent dimensions and drainage placement every time.
Perfect for creating:
Soap dishes
Sponge holders
Jewelry catchalls
Bathroom décor pieces
Small kitchen accessories
Handmade at Pearl & Fern Pottery Supplies and Plants, this template is durable, easy to use, and designed for repeated studio use.
Perfect for both beginner and experienced potters looking to create polished, professional-looking functional pottery pieces with ease.
Dimensions
6.5" diameter
How to Use
Roll out an even slab of clay to your desired thickness.
Place the template onto the slab and cut around the outer edge and drainage holes.
Carefully remove excess clay.
Gently drape the cut slab over your chosen mold or form to create shape and curvature.
Refine edges and smooth as desired.
Allow clay to firm up before removing from the mold.
Finish, decorate, dry, and fire as desired.
Designed to make creating beautiful handmade pottery pumpkins simple and fun.
Available in three sizes — Small, Medium & Large — so you can create everything from adorable little accent pumpkins to larger statement pieces. Make one, mix and match the sizes, or create an entire handmade pumpkin patch!
Simply roll out your clay, use the template to cut your shape, add your favourite textures or surface designs, and form the sections to create your dimensional pumpkin.
Available individually or as the complete 3-size collection.
New Flower Frog topper - designed to turn your handmade pottery into the perfect little flower-arranging vase. 💐
Create the topper from clay using our mold, place it on your handmade vessel, and the openings help hold each stem exactly where you want it.
Dimensions:
Height/thickness: ¾"
Width: 4¾"
The Classic Square Template creates a clean, modern form that’s perfect for baking, serving, or everyday use. Designed for handbuilders, this template helps you achieve consistent proportions and sharp lines every time.
The template measures 5.25 inches wide at the top, 5 inches wide at the base, and 2.25 inches high, creating a beautifully balanced square dish once assembled and fired.
To use, simply place the template on your rolled slab and cut out the shapes. The pieces are designed to fit together easily, allowing you to assemble a perfectly sized form with clean edges and a professional finish.
Ideal for everything from baking dishes and serving bowls to modern tabletop pieces, this template takes the guesswork out of creating well-proportioned slab-built pottery.
Weight & Dimensions
Weight: 10g
Flap Width: 6.5 in
Width: 10 in
(Dimensions are approximate)
The Soap Dish Cutter Template is designed to take the guesswork out of creating perfectly functional and beautifully finished soap dishes. This tool allows you to cut three clean, evenly spaced drainage holes with ease — no measuring, marking, or second-guessing required.
Simply press the cutter into your slab at the leather-hard stage to create consistent, professional-looking openings every time. It’s the perfect addition for anyone looking to streamline their process while elevating the final look and functionality of their pieces.
Ideal for both beginners and experienced potters, this template ensures your soap dishes not only look great but function exactly as they should.
Dimensions
Height: ¾"
Length: 2½"
Width: 2"