This Mont Marte MMSP0002 Clay Tool Set 11pcs Wooden Handles contains a fantastic variety of tools suitable for use with clay. They may be used while the clay is still moist or on greenware (unfired air-dried clay) to carve, cut and clean. This clay tool set may also be used with polymer clay. Each tool is made from clear varnished hardwood handles with durable steel blades. There are infinite ways to use these tools. Below is a small selection of possibilities.
Feature:
- Carve, cut and smooth with the curved end. The Spearhead end cuts small straight lines and is perfect for creating fine details. This small metal brush creates multiple fine textured marks.
- Remove clay in squares in large flat areas with the open loop end. Carve, cut and smooth with the curved end.
- These tool ends are the perfect size for hand-drilling holes for salt and pepper shakers in greenware.
- The needlepoint end is ideal for placing delicate objects or scratching fine details. Carve, cut and smooth with the curved end.
- This tool is often referred to as a spoolie. It is great for cleaning rough spots on greenware in delicate or hard-to-reach places.
- The curved tool has a small sharp blade which is great for removing small areas with straight edges. The angled end is great for cutting small detailed areas.
- The angled tool is invaluable for flattening areas in hard-to-reach places. The needle point can create small holes, and texture marks or can assist in the placement of small objects.
- Use the slightly forked end to create wood-like texture or sgraffito effects. Spearhead ends cut small straight lines and etch fine details.
- The curved blade with the flat end lifts small areas with straight edges. Use the slightly forked end to create wood-like texture or sgraffito effects.
- The curved blade cuts, carves and smoothes clay. The large spearhead blade is great for deepening details and making longer cuts.