And special thanks to our Tortuga Trail stops—we couldn’t have done it without you:
💙 @ceramicatransfers
💛 @potterylanegr
💚 @runyanpotterysupply
🧡 @monkeystuff_co
💜 @theceramicshop
Already looking forward to the next one.
#NCECA #ClayCommunity #PotteryTools #TortugaTools
🎫 Lastly, when purchasing our products at NCECA, you will find a Tuga ticket. Fill out and drop off at our booth for a third way to win.
Thank you for all your support and most importantly, have fun! ❤️🐢
#NCECA2026 #TortugaTools #ClayCommunity #Pottery #Ceramics
Important announcement:
Our official NCECA transport team has arrived
These tiny vase tortoises and vase people are helping deliver Tortuga tools to the show
A huge thank you to Ana @shioshita.ceramics for creating these adorable characters. We’re obsessed
#NCECA #Pottery #Ceramics #TortugaTools
Rim cleanup with the Persimmon Drop. 🧡
Simple, controlled, satisfying.
#PotteryTools #ClayCommunity #PotteryTrimming #TortugaTools
Not every pot has to be perfect to be fun to trim.
A little wobble.
Some nice ribbons.
Still a great time at the wheel.
The Blueberry Seven doing its thing. 🫐
#PotteryProcess #ClayLife #PotteryTools #TortugaTools #Ceramics
Trimming with control starts with the right grip.
The Mushroom Seven features a comfortable handle and balanced length that makes it easy to hold steady while shaping your piece.
Small details that make a big difference at the wheel.
#PotteryTools #PotteryTrimming #ClayCommunity #TortugaTools
Today TT reel - Delta and Loop
Both sides in action!
Start with the Delta to trim the flat surface of the plate, then flip it over to use the Loop for the curve.
Clean transitions and smooth trimming all the way through.
#PotteryTools #PlateTrimming #WheelThrowing #ClayCommunity #TortugaTools
For Saturday's video of the lilac seven:
Top-down view of the Lilac Seven doing its thing.
Clean cuts, smooth control, and those satisfying clay ribbons peeling away.
Trimming days are the best days.
#TheSeven #PotteryTrimming #ClayCommunity #WheelThrowing #PotteryTools #TortugaTools
Good tools make trimming feel effortless.
Smooth passes.
Controlled cuts.
Beautiful ribbons.
Featuring the Hook.
#TortugaTools #PotteryTools #Ceramics #PotteryTrimming #ClayCommunity #TungstenCarbide #ClayTrimming #OddlySatisfying #ClayLife
That Pitaya though 💗🔥
The Seven in action — Sharp angles. Smooth ribbons. Total control.
Our best selling trimmer for a reason.
#tortugatools #potterytools #ceramics #potterytrimming #claycommunity #tungstencarbide
The right tool changes everything.
So does kindness.
Today’s a good day to:
• Support a local studio
• Compliment another maker
• Share your knowledge
• Lift someone up
Small actions. Big impact.
Let’s get our hands in it — and lead with kindness. 🤍
#NationalRandomActsOfKindnessDay #tortugatools
Check out our Mini Moon Titanium Rib in action on a vase! #tortugatools #claycommunity #potterytools #pottery #ceramics
To say thanks for helping us test and refine this new tool, a 15% pre-release discount is automatically applied at checkout.
Grab one, put it to work, and tell us what you think.
#tortugatools #potterytools #ceramics #claycommunity
If trimming videos relax you… this one’s for you 😌
The Persimmon Drop in action, peeling off clean clay ribbons like butter.
Curves where you need them. Straight edges when you don’t.
One of our most versatile (and most loved) trimming tools.
Link in bio to see all color options.
#tortugatools
