The Box
Beth E Peterson
Many potter’s tools are fairly small and easy to misplace. Most potters use some form of box where they keep their tools for the sake of organization and accessibility. Heavy-duty plastic artist or tackle boxes tend to be the best, especially if you plan on transporting your tools. Otherwise, solutions can range from a utensil tray to any waterproof box. Cardboard boxes should never be used, since the water and wet clay breaks them down almost immediately.
You can have more than one box, of course. In the picture, you see two types: a cloth-covered plastic box with handles and a utensil tray for hand-building tools.