Homespun Mini 2

Discover the easiest and best way to get started with pottery.

GET YOUR HOMESPUN MINI 2 HERE!

30-day returns

Plus a 12-month warranty

Fits in your backpack

Weighs around 600 grams

Throw your own mug

500g centering capacity (1kg with the right technique)

Australian made

By Mechanical Engineers from the University of New South Wales

Homespun Mini 2

The Homespun Mini 2 pottery wheel is the easiest, most affordable way to get started with pottery.

This mini pottery wheel cleans up in under 5 minutes, making it perfect for beginners, kids, and anyone who wants to create something cute.

Color: Ocean Blue

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Mini Wheel $199.00 Best for beginnersMini Wheel + 8Pcs Beginner Tool Kit ~~$219.00~~ $214.00 Most popularMini Wheel + 8Pcs Beginner Tool Kit + Extra 4 Bats ~~$239.00~~ $229.00

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Additional info

Studio-quality throwing, desk-sized.

Made for beginners and experienced potters throwing pieces under 1kg, like cups, bowls and small vases. If you want to throw big pots, a full-size wheel is the better choice.

Feature	Budget mini wheel	Homespun Mini 2	Full-size wheel
Best for	Beginners throwing under 100g	Yes: Beginners and experienced potters throwing under 1kg	Yes: Experienced potters throwing over 1kg
Torque	Low	Yes: Medium	Yes: High
Centring capacity	Less than 100g	Yes: 500g–1kg (skill dependent)	Yes: Greater than kg
Speed & direction	High speed and not reversible	Yes: Variable speed and reversible	Yes: Variable speed and sometimes reversible
Clean-up	Fixed tray, messy	Yes: Magnetic splashpan, quick to clean	Large splashpan, longer to clean
Made by	Generic imports	Yes: Australian made by UNSW engineers	Yes: Established brands
Portability & price	Desk-sized, ~$30–80	Yes: Desk-sized, $199	Needs a room, ~$1500–2,500+
Weight	Yes: Low	Yes: Low	Very High

Throw your first pot

Unbox your Mini 2 and make your first small cup

Wedge your clay
Knead about 200g of clay to push out air bubbles, then roll it into a smooth ball.
Set up your wheel
Attach a bat, plug in, and have water, a sponge and your tools ready. Try the speed control before adding clay.
Centre & cone
Press the clay onto the middle of the bat. With wet hands and a fast wheel, cone it up and down, then smooth it into a steady dome.
Open
Press your thumbs down the centre, leaving a base about 1 cm thick, then gently widen the floor.
Pull up the walls
At a slower speed, pinch the wall and lift upward 2–3 times. Shape your cup, then sponge out any water.
Wire off
Stop the wheel and pull your cutting wire tight underneath the pot.
Swap bats
Lift the bat off with the pot still on it – don't pick up the wet pot. Pop on a fresh bat and throw your next one.
Dry & fire
Once leather-hard, ease it off the bat. When it's bone dry, it's ready for the kiln.
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Customer Testimonials

It was really really fun, easy to use. I recommend it for kids. If my daughter jump on it she would have so much fun and be on it for hours and my older daughter would be right into it.

I'm not very good at pottery at all so I actually found it a lot easier, not so much easier but it is quite like the bigger wheel,
which was pretty fun and pretty cool to see. The other girls just started today, learnt today on the homespun mini and accomplished pretty much the same thing. This shows it's pretty easy to learn on the homespun mini 2. The cleaning process I would say quite simple and straightforward. You put the detachable splashpan and bat and wipe them off, and then just wipe off the
the actual mini wheel as well. Just making sure not to get any water into it because it is not waterproof, but overall it is pretty easy. More importantly I have so much fun.

The homespun mini is very fun and it was honestly pretty easy to pick up and easy to use. It's nice to feel the clay and it's kind of therapeutic. it turns out to be cheaper than I thought. I have a lot of fun with the homespun mini.

I've been doing pottery for 3 months and I live like an hour away from the studio. It is really expensive to get one of those big wheels so I actually invest in a small one so I can have some fun at home.

I've been potting for about 6 months but I've been doing some and building before and little sculptures. The homespun mini wheel is quite challenging and it's been quite fun. I am learning new ways to do it with a smaller machine and its so much fun. If you want something mobile that you can take with you on the go, bring to the park and to the cafe or anything. A fun little tool to have and the price is quite attractive.

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FAQ

Can I submerge the Homespun Mini in water to clean it?

In-short no.
The Homespun Mini is not IP-rated and is not designed to be submerged in water. To clean the wheel, simply use a damp cloth or sponge to wipe away any excess clay.

What is the current lead time of the Homespun Mini?

We will ship your wheel within 3-10 business days.

What type of clay can I use on the Homespun Mini?

You can use any type of clay. If you don't have access to a kiln, air-dry clay is an alternative. Keep in mind air-dry clay is relatively more difficult to wheel-throw than traditional ceramic clay.

Can I use my own USB-C charger to power the wheel?

Yes, you can! To get the best performance, you'll need a charger that provides at least 40W.
Keep in mind that typical older phone chargers usually fall short of this, but newer fast chargers and laptop chargers often provide more than enough power.

What is the warranty policy?

We provide a 12-month manufacturer’s warranty covering any product defects. If you experience any issues within this period, we will provide a repair or replacement.

Homespun Mini 2

30-day returns

Fits in your backpack

Throw your own mug

Australian made

Homespun Mini 2

Studio-quality throwing, desk-sized.

Throw your first pot

Wedge your clay

Set up your wheel

Centre & cone

Open

Pull up the walls

Wire off

Swap bats

Dry & fire

Customer Testimonials

Customer Reviews

FAQ