{"product_id":"the-clay-tool-set","title":"The Clay Tool Set","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEight tools. Every step of a hand-built piece.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCut, join, shape, carve, smooth. This set covers the full process, from the first slice off the block to the last pass before your piece dries. It all packs into a cloth dustbag and lives in a drawer until next time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers every technique in the nirii project guides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardwood handles, stainless steel loops and rib\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSponge and cloth dustbag included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo finishes: Beechwood and Rustic Cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYour hands do most of the work. These tools handle the rest: the clean edge, the tight seam, the smooth wall with no fingerprints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEach tool has one job, and you'll use all eight within your first few projects. Nothing in this set sits unused in a drawer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne more seat at the table.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eClay is better with company. Sharing tools isn't. Two people reaching for the same needle tool means someone is always waiting.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhat each tool does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWire cutter.\u003c\/strong\u003e Slices clean portions off the block without squashing it. Also cuts slabs to an even thickness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeedle tool.\u003c\/strong\u003e Scores surfaces before you join two pieces, which is the step that keeps air-dry joins from cracking. Also trims edges and pierces holes for hanging ornaments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteel rib.\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooths flat surfaces and erases fingerprints. The flexible edge follows curves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWooden rib.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shapes and compresses the walls of bowls and dishes. The thumb hole gives you grip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWooden modeling knife.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cuts shapes, blends seams, and draws clean lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-ended loop tool.\u003c\/strong\u003e Two wire loops for carving, texturing, and removing small amounts of clay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRibbon tool.\u003c\/strong\u003e A wide loop for hollowing out thicker pieces so they dry evenly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSponge.\u003c\/strong\u003e Used damp, not wet, it softens surface cracks and gives a smooth finish before drying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlus:\u003c\/strong\u003e a cloth dustbag that keeps everything together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWipe clean with a damp cloth and let dry before bagging. Don't soak the wooden tools, since water swells the wood and loosens the handles. Dry the metal pieces after use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"nirii","offers":[{"title":"Beechwood","offer_id":53657790480673,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rustic Cherry","offer_id":53662456709409,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/9436\/0609\/files\/image-0.jpg?v=1790863628","url":"https:\/\/nirii.co\/products\/the-clay-tool-set","provider":"nirii","version":"1.0","type":"link"}