Vector & 2D design
For designing templates, stencils, and decals.
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Inkscape (Free / GPL)
Professional vector graphics editor. Essential for refining SVG templates and designing decals.
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GIMP (Free / GPL)
Raster graphics editor for photo editing and texture creation.
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Krita (Free / GPL)
Digital painting tool, great for sketching designs and surface patterns.
3D modeling (CAD)
For designing ribs, stamps, and molds.
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OpenSCAD (Free / GPL)
Code-based 3D modeler. The standard for parametric pottery tools (ribs, rollers).
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FreeCAD (Free / LGPL)
Parametric CAD for precise mechanical parts, jigs, and mold negatives.
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Blender (Free / GPL)
Advanced 3D suite for organic sculpting, rendering, and complex mold making.
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Torrify (Free / Pro)
AI-powered parametric design tool. Turns text descriptions into adjustable 3D models for printing.