{"product_id":"pocket-sponge-3-0","title":"Pocket Sponge 3.0","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Create a sponge that has a pocket for fingers and nails to assist with throwing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeedback Form\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/feedback.tortugatools.com\/pocket-sponge-v3\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003elink\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePocket Sponge 3.0\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed to offer even more control, comfort, and consistency while working on the wheel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis updated version features a \u003cstrong\u003enew pill-shaped design\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003emore dense material\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003eslightly longer, thinner profile\u003c\/strong\u003e. The result is a sponge that feels more stable in use, holds its shape better, and provides improved precision while throwing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn interior pocket allows your fingers to rest inside the sponge, creating a secure grip that’s especially helpful during pulling and shaping. It’s also a great option for potters with longer nails who want better control without making direct contact with the clay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sponge arrives dry and measures approximately \u003cstrong\u003e4.5\" x 2.25\"\u003c\/strong\u003e. After being wetted for the first time, it expands to roughly \u003cstrong\u003e5.5\" x 2.875\"\u003c\/strong\u003e, maintaining a more consistent feel compared to earlier versions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a smoother working surface, you can wet the sponge and carefully flip it inside out to help minimize the feel of the seam.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable in orange and pink, the Pocket Sponge 3.0 is part of our ongoing development process. As always, we welcome feedback as we continue refining the design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tortuga Tools","offers":[{"title":"Pitaya","offer_id":45342585618534,"sku":null,"price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Persimmon","offer_id":45342585651302,"sku":null,"price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0614\/1152\/4710\/files\/PITAYA_75d7ca26-6f98-459a-b6d3-15d5d332eec7.jpg?v=1774890444","url":"https:\/\/tortugatools.com\/products\/pocket-sponge-3-0","provider":"Tortuga Tools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}