Seamless form system for stacked pottery forms
AssigneeThe Pottery Toolkit LLC.
InventorsLauren Biehler, Chadd Biehler
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Abstract
The present invention provides a seamless form system designed to encase stacked pottery forms, creating a seamless surface for molding clay. This invention addresses issues such as unwanted seams, form shifting, and moisture damage. These issues are prevalent in traditional stackable wood or plaster forms. By providing a unitary, continuous piece without joints or seams, it ensures a smooth finish in the final ceramic products and extends the lifespan of pottery forms. The system simplifies the pottery-making process, enhances product quality, and supports sustainable practices. Ideal for artisans and manufacturers, the system improves pottery and ceramics production by enabling the creation of higher-quality, seamless items with improved efficiency.
Claims15
A system comprising:
- a plurality of pottery forms configured to be stacked;
- a seamless form having a top surface and a perimeter surface constructed from a resilient material, wherein the seamless form is a single, continuous piece without joints, seams, or assembled parts;
- and,
- wherein the seamless form is configured to fit over and encase an arrangement of the stacked pottery forms thereby creating a seamless outer surface.
A method comprising steps:
- (a) stacking an arrangement of a plurality of stacked pottery forms, wherein the arrangement has a size and shape;
- (b) selecting a seamless form having a size and shape corresponding to the size and shape of the arrangement of the plurality of stacked pottery forms;
- (c) encasing the arrangement of a plurality of stacked pottery forms with the seamless form to create a seamless outer surface;
- (d) molding clay over the seamless outer surface to form a pottery item;
- and, removing the molded clay from the seamless outer surface.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.