The most meditative technique after wheel one. Simple ware like different pots and cups created by using hands to shape the clay. Ware walls are formed by continuous clay pressing between the thumb and forefinger. This is the major pot making technique the newcomers and small kids learn.

Cups and pots are starting by forming the smooth ball. Then the thumb pressed into the ball center to form bottom and widen the walls. Revolve the ball while pressing the walls out evenly with the other hand. Walls can be shaped by pressing them between forefingers.