Rent a pottery wheel

for yourself, to share with friends or for an event

Hello!

Welcome to potter&dabble, our boutique pottery wheel rental business, based in Rodney, Auckland, New Zealand. We have Nidec Shimpo Whisper-T pottery wheels and adjustable potters stools available to rent for a weekend, for a week or for as many weeks as you like. The Whisper-T is perfect for any potter wanting to practice a bit more at home, without committing to purchasing a wheel. With adjustable legs on both the wheel and stool, you can comfortably setup your own home environment with ease.

Keen to bring your friends together and show them how to throw on the wheel? Our mobile setup includes everything you need for a memorable and creative workshop with friends at your home.

Looking to run a pottery workshop at your next corporate teambuilding afternoon or thinking of introducing a creative activity in a rest home setting? get in touch! We can bring pottery wheels, tools and clay to you, offering a hands-on, engaging experience for all skill levels.

3 day rental $60.

Create your own long weekend, any day of the week

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Weekly rental $80

Rent for a week, or as many weeks as you like

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Rent a pottery wheel for 4 weeks, pay only $240.

Saving you $80. Just think how many new brush on glazes you could buy!

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Pottery at your place

At potter&dabble, we're passionate about bringing the joy of pottery right to your doorstep. Our mobile setup includes everything you need to host a memorable and creative workshop with friends, in your home

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Pottery Clays & Tools available for purchase

Add these to your pottery wheel order, or purchase separately. Pickup only from Dairy Flat (at this stage) 

Such friendly service & great communication

I hired a pottery wheel for 4 weeks and ended up extending to 6 weeks because I was enjoying it so much! Such friendly service, great communication and Louise even helped setting me up! Can't recommend enough, will definitely use again!

ClaireAuckland

Thoroughly enjoyed the experience

I hired a wheel from Potter and Dabble for 4 weeks and thoroughly enjoyed the experience! Communications were efficient and friendly and the wheel was well maintained and ran smoothly. Louise had thoughtfully provided instructions and a tub with items for cleaning up. Would highly recommend to anyone who is looking to hire a quality wheel either short or long term

IslaAuckland

I would definitely hire from Louise again

I hired a pottery wheel for two weeks from Potter&Dabble. The process was simple with very good communication. Collection was easy and returning the wheel just as easy.
Having the opportunity to be able to practise at home to compliment the course I am attending one evening a week was so valuable. I gained confidence and was able to learn from my mistakes. I could fit a few hours in most days and really enjoyed being able to make a few okay pieces.
I highly recommend Potter&Dabble to anyone who has done a beginner pottery wheel throwing course. I most definitely will hire from Louise again.

VickiAuckland

The pottery equipment was excellent to work with

We had a great experience with both private lessons and a wheel rental. Louise was a delight to work with and her wheel and other equipment were excellent to work with! Highly recommend!

MandyAuckland

Wondering what to
create on the wheel

We've got  ideas and step by step instructions on what to create on the pottery wheel

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The potter&dabble blog

We aren't content creators, we just love pottery and are keen to help other potters on their journey. 

Trying to decide whether to buy a pottery wheel or rent one.

Here we weigh up the pros and cons of renting a pottery wheel vs buying one

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Whats so special about the Whisper-T from Nidec Shimpo

We deep dive into understanding the components of the Whisper-T

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Tips to setting up your own pop-up studio at home

Setting up the right environment in your home is key to enjoying the experience of having a pottery wheel at home. Here we having put a step-by-step guide to help you setup your space

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Frequently asked questions

We've tried to outline as many FAQs as we can. If you have any further questions, please reach out to us at [email protected]

  • Our pottery wheel rental process is simple and convenient, we have one type of pottery wheel to rent - the Nidec Shimpo Whisper-T. Every rental includes the Nidec Shimpo adjustable stool, bats and cleaning essentials. 

    1) Select your rental period. You can rent for a weekend, a week or for as many weeks as you like.

    2). Add the item to your cart and proceed to checkout.

    3) here you can choose how many wheels you would like to rent, and add in any additional services from FREE click n collect from our studio in Dairy Flat, to local delivery pricing, additional clay and beginner tools.

  • Our pricing is simple -

    • $60 for a long weekend (4 day booking)
    • $80 for one week rental (7 days). Book as many weeks as you like.
    • Book for 4 weeks, and get your 4th week for FREE! Save $80

    Each rental includes

    • 1 x Nidec Shimpo Whisper-T pottery wheel
    • 1 x Nidec Shimpo adjustable potters stool
    • 1 x hardwood bat
    • 1 x chamois and cleaning sponge.
    • 1 x large cleaning bucket

    All our pricing includes GST and stripe transaction fees

    To ensure our wheels are looked after, we also require a NZ$300 security bond. This is simply a pre-authorization that takes place on your credit card via Stripe at time of rental. This means that a NZ$300 hold is placed onto your credit card for the length of your rental. This is released once the items are returned as outlinned in our terms and conditions. If you would prefer to transfer the funds into our account rather than use Stripe and your credit card, simple contact us directly at [email protected]

  • Absolutely! If you rent a pottery wheel, and you find that you love having a wheel at home, and would perfer to just buy the one you are using, than return it... of course you can purchase it. Reach out to our customer support team at [email protected] and they will assist you in converting your rental into a purchase. Just keep in mind that the wheel availability for purchase may vary, so it's a good idea to inquire as soon as you decide to keep it.

  • Yes please 😊

    The Pottery Wheel must be cleaned thoroughly during and after each use, and returned clean. This is outlined in detail in our terms and conditions, and a handy cleaning info sheet will be provided at time of rental. 

  • This is outlined fully in the terms and conditions. But in summary, The Renter of the Equipment from potter&dabble, is fully responsible, for any loss, theft or damage (including accidental) that occurs whilst they have possession of the Equipment. This responsibility occurs from the time they have signed the rental form on pickup/delivery to when the pottery wheel is returned/picked up and signed for by a team member at potter&dabble.

  • Yes! We ask that you have either completed or in the process of completing a beginner’s course using a pottery wheel. There are some amazing classes available throughout the Auckland area. If you are a total beginner and are desperate to rent a wheel, please get in touch at [email protected]. We are able to offer a one-off introduction one-on-one session in our studio for $80, based in Dairy Flat. Bookings essential.

  • Of course you can. Its rather fun including the entire household, bring some friends together for an pottery party at your house, or rent for a corporate function or event.

    If you would like to rent a few wheels for an event, please get in touch. We can assist with delivery, setup, packdown, cleaning. We also have a range of clays and tools available.

  • Click and collect is by appointment only. Our set hours are:

    Monday 10am - 11.30am

    Tuesday 10am - 2pm

    Wednesday 10am - 2pm

    Thursday 10am - 8pm

    Friday 10am - 8pm

    Saturday 10am - 2pm

    Sunday 6pm - 8pm

    If you would prefer to pickup outside of these hours, please get in touch [email protected]

  • PICKUP: Potter&dabble is based in Dairy Flat, Auckland. You are more than welcome to come and pick up your rental. The wheel must be carried by two people. We can provide one person at our end, please ensure you are able to provide either yourself or someone else to help lift the wheel.

    The wheel must be secured in your car using tie downs straps. 4 tie down straps are included with every wheel. Feel free to bring additional straps if required.

    Please view full terms and conditions to understand about your obligations during transport and looking after the wheel.

    DELIVERY: We are also more than happy to deliver the pottery wheel and stool to your property, and also pick up the equipment after the rental period is finished. You can add this into the checkout when booking a wheel if your suburb is listed, or simply place a note in the booking and we will be in touch to quote your delivery.

    The pottery wheel weights 45kgs, and needs to be carried by 2 people. We ask that someone assists us in carrying the wheel from the vehicle into your home. If this isn't possible, or you need us to carry it upstairs or through tight areas please let us know as we can quote and organise for an additional resource to come with us.

  • Yes, you can rent a pottery wheel if you live outside of Auckland! However, rentals are strictly pick-up and drop-off only from our studio in Dairy Flat—delivery is not available.

    Additionally, you must have a backup plan in place to return the wheel at the end of your rental period in case you are unable to do so yourself (e.g., due to injury or unforeseen circumstances).

    Proof of address, vehicle rego and copy of drivers license are required at time of pickup.