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Small Calado Vase Template

Small Calado Vase Template

$8.00 USD
$8.00 USD

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The small version of the Calado vase is ideal for ceramic artists who want to explore the design without committing to a large piece, or who want to test their clay body, shrinkage, and technique before scaling up.

At approximately 14 cm tall, this template produces a compact, elegant vase that's satisfying to make and beautiful to display. It's the smaller sibling of the original 40 cm Calado Vase, sharing the same graceful silhouette in a more approachable size.

Templates are for personal use. For teaching use, please select the Teaching License option. Please respect the FromFran copyright :)

What's included

• Template layout diagrams
• Designed for beginner makers comfortable with slab construction techniques
What you receive

• Digital: Instant PDF download. Print on Letter or A4, reuse as many times as you like.
• Physical: Printed booklet, shipped from Brooklyn in 3–5 business days.
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Caroline Bayfield

Loved this one! Easy to use, very precise and gorgeous result

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Booklet note

One vase, smaller scale — same beautiful form

What this template is for

A compact version of the Calado amphora, approx. 14 cm tall before firing. Slab template for wheelless potters.

Who it is for

Beginner slab builders who want to explore the Calado form without committing to a large piece. Potters testing a new clay body or glaze before scaling up.

How to use it

  • Print the templates from the digital PDF, or use the pieces in the physical booklet.
  • Roll a slab to around 3 to 5 mm thick and let it stiffen.
  • Cut your slabs, build in alphabetical order, attach the base last.
  • For the handles: use cookie cutters to achieve best result.

What is included

  • Full-scale pottery templates
  • Available as physical booklet, digital PDF, or both
  • Sized for clay with 10 to 13% shrinkage

Finished size

The small Calado Vase is approx. 14 cm — 5.5" tall before firing.
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Product FAQ
How do I print this Calado Vase template correctly?

This templates is design for Letter size paper. If you have A4 use Fit to Page or automatic scaling.

Do I need a pottery wheel to build the Calado Vase?

No. This template is designed for slab building, so you can build the vase without a wheel.
How do I adjust this template for clay shrinkage?

You can scale your template when printing. Use your print settings to adjust from 100% to a lower or higher percentage. Templates are suitable for clay that shrinks around 10 to 13%.

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