{"title":"Tools","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"txd\"\u003eMETAL CLAY AND JEWELLERY MAKING TOOLS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis can be anything from a drinking straw to a professional jewellery tumbler. Take a look around at the things you use everyday. A toothpaste cap or the bristles of an old toothbrush might give you just the pattern you are after.  A cookie cutter might give you a perfect earring shape. The tiny drinking straw from the juice box might be spot on for making holes to hang a piece from. An old nail file can be excellent for cleaning up a piece prior to firing. A toothpick or a needle can be perfect for modelling and shaping clay (just look at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.metalclaytoday.com\/carol_douglas.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCarol Douglas' stunning little creatures\u003c\/a\u003e - they're all done with needles and toothpicks!). Point is, you don't have to spend a fortune on tools to get started with metal clay. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHaving said that, we must not be the only tool addicts here...there is something very addictive about jewellery making tools!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/content\/Basic%20Metal%20Clay%20Tools.pdf\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for a more in-depth look at the basic tools you need for working with metal clay and a list of some of our favourites! \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fine-silver-tube-bail-5mm-x-25mm-258","title":"Fine Silver Tube Bail- 5mm x 25mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eGorgeous tube bails, in fine silver so you'll have no problems setting them in metal clay. They can be torch, gas hob, and kiln fired.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach bail measures approximately 5mm x 25mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSold individually.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JWMetals ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320595845455,"sku":"109-SF-008-ONE","price":3.65,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/SF-008__07115.1643725188.800.800.png?v=1785146444"},{"product_id":"fine-silver-tube-bail-5mm-x-30mm-916","title":"Fine Silver Tube Bail - 5mm x 30mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eGorgeous tube bails, in fine silver so you'll have no problems setting them in metal clay. They can be torch, gas hob, and kiln fired.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach bail measures approximately 5mm x 30mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSold individually\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JWMetals ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320596009295,"sku":"109-SF-009-ONE","price":4.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/SF-009__70046.1626961130.800.800.png?v=1785146449"},{"product_id":"bail-making-pliers-1-5-2mm","title":"Bail Making Pliers - 1.5 \u0026 2mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA great pair of Beadsmith bail making pliers. They come with two non-graduated cylinders so perfect for making loops, bails, ends and connectors (see image 2). Here you get two different cyclinder sizes: 1.5mm and 2mm (diameter). As these ones are so small, you can also try making your own jumprings with them. Simply wrap some wire tightly round one cylinder, remove the coil and snip up the middle with some wire cutters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey have a spring action, which reduces hand fatigue, and a lapjoint construction. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JWMetals ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320612229455,"sku":"108-PL12","price":10.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/Product_Image_Template__97886.1768102417.800.800.jpg?v=1785146751"},{"product_id":"coolslip-antistick-spray-120ml","title":"CoolSlip AntiStick Spray - 120ml","description":"\u003ch3\u003eCoolSlip - the non-stick spray for all metal clays! This was the first anti stick solution designed especially for metal clay, and we think it is still the best...\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost things that come into contact with wet metal clay need to be conditioned with an anti-stick product to keep the clay from sticking. Cool Slip was formulated to create a barrier between metal clay, textures and tools, ensuring clean, crisp images as you texturise your metal clay. A small spritz of the amazing CoolSlip will release metal clay superbly from most surfaces. Use as a spray or simply brush it on. Please note - only use a very light spritz to avoid over saturating and making your surfaces too slippery. If you apply too much - dab some off with kitchen roll or a towel. You only need a very light coat to stop your clay from sticking! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHere at Metal Clay HQ we love CoolSlip, and think it is the best anti-stick solution available for using on texture mats and sheets. You'll have crisper, sharper impressions without any gunk left from oils or balms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse CoolSlip to treat any rubber stamp or texture prior to impressing metal clay onto the surface.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMist the object or texture with CoolSlip, keep spray 8\" from item, wait 15 seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpress or roll the clay onto the surface. The clay will release cleanly!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse CoolSlip as an all purpose cleaning solution for brushes, texture, hands and other metal clay tools. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCool Slip sprayed on a cleaning cloth gives you a great cleaner for removing metal clay residue from tools - and it provides an anti-stick coating at the same time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis product also removes Gilders Paste from fingers!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral usage tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeal porous objects such as wood or shells with a sealer before using with metal clay. Before impressing the clay onto the sealed object, mist with CoolSlip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolSlip is designed to be used on objects as an anti-stick solution, but not the clay itself. It is not a wetting or rehydrating agent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolSlip is not designed for use on hands, while working with metal clay. To keep clay from sticking to hands, try \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/claymate-hand-conditioner\/\"\u003eClayMate Hand Conditioner\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/slik-baby-non-stick-balm\/\"\u003eSlik Balm\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/claymate-hand-conditioner\/\"\u003eClayMate\u003c\/a\u003e is wonderful on hands but if you have very dry skin, try the silky smooth \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/slik-baby-non-stick-balm\/\"\u003esoy-based Slik Balm\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eNon-toxic and non-reactive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eContains 120 ml (4fl. oz). Bottle size: 12.5x5cm (5\"x2\")\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Hadar does not recommend using CoolSlip with Hadar's metal clay powder.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cool Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320626319695,"sku":"103-NST-201","price":8.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/Cool-Slip__38322.1637762380.800.800.png?v=1785146858"},{"product_id":"slik-baby-non-stick-balm","title":"Slik Baby - Non-Stick Balm","description":"\u003ch3\u003eSLIK - slippery non-stick balm stuff for metal clay, textures, and moulds! Keep metal clay from sticking to your hands! Slik was formulated to condition skin while leaving hands feeling dry and grease-less. Also great for tools while working working with wet clay\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSlik is the balm made just for metal clay. It's smooth and silky, not sticky like olive-oil based balms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSlik is totally vegan, made from ingredients like pure soy, almond and aloe. Slik forms a barrier between the clay and whatever you apply it to that works better than anything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"100-vegan.png\" class=\"__mce_add_custom__\" height=\"67\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/100-vegan.png?v=1785146859\" title=\"100-vegan.png\" width=\"67\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome people also like to use Slik as a superior clay conditioning agent for Art Clay, PMC, BRONZclay and COPPRclay. Rather than adding water, condition with a very small amount of Slik to create a clay with a soft texture that stays moist much longer and is much less sticky. To condition metal clay with Slik, first apply Slik to your hands. Then press your lump clay into a patty using your fingers. The patty should be a little more than 1\/16\" thick. Butter the patty with Slik and fold the sides in, then knead the lump for a few seconds to be sure all the Slik is incorporated. You'll feel the difference immediately and you'll love how much easier it is to work with. You'll also find you have to add less water and that the clay stay workable much longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: If you add too much of the product to lump clay, the clay can begin to lose its ability to hold together - use it very sparely if using it for conditioning! If your clay becomes crumbly, add a bit of fresh clay to the ball and knead it into the lump.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cool Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320626516303,"sku":"103-NST-100W","price":6.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/Slik-Baby__96496.1501678163.800.800.jpg?v=1785146862"},{"product_id":"rubber-block-large","title":"Rubber Block Large","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge rubber block for jewellery making - support your work whilst brushing, filing, flattening and more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse the block to support and raise your jewellery and design pieces whilst shaping, sanding, brushing, polishing, setting stones, and so on. The rubber stops the clay from slipping and gives a good, firm but gentle surface to work on - it won't scratch your metal and absorbs shock!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe soft rubber won't blunt your drills, so a perfect work surface for drilling holes. It is weighty and non-slippery, making it the ideal steady surface to give you support whilst working. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSurprisingly handy tool, once you've tried you won't want to be without it! A must-have for any jewellers' workshop. \u003cspan\u003e This is part of Petra's basic kit, and has been a must on her workbench since 2004.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEASUREMENTS: \u003c\/strong\u003e5 x 5 x 10cm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMATERIALS: \u003c\/strong\u003eNatural Rubber\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Clay","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320640344399,"sku":"102-R011","price":11.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/R011__20567.1722848000.800.800.jpg?v=1785146994"},{"product_id":"rubber-block-small","title":"Rubber Block Small","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSmall Rubber Block, ideal support for, flattening, chasing stone setting and burnishing.\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse the block to support and raise your jewellery and design pieces whilst shaping, sanding, drilling, brushing, polishing, setting stones, and so on. The rubber stops the clay from slipping and gives a good, firm but gentle surface to work on - it won't scratch your metal and absorbs shock!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe soft rubber won't blunt your drills, so a perfect work surface for drilling holes. It is weighty and non-slippery, making it the ideal steady surface to give you support whilst working. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSurprisingly handy tool, once you've tried you won't want to be without it! A must-have for any jewellers' workshop. \u003cspan\u003e This is part of Petra's basic kit, and has been a must on her workbench since 2004.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEASUREMENTS: \u003c\/strong\u003e5 x 5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMATERIALS: \u003c\/strong\u003eNatural Rubber\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Clay","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320640442703,"sku":"102-F019","price":6.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/F019__91572.1722847414.800.800.jpg?v=1785147001"},{"product_id":"special-t-hot-stuff-glue-thick","title":"Special T Hot Stuff Glue - Thick","description":"\u003ch1\u003eHot Stuff Special T Illusion Glue is super strong thick gap-filling cyanoacrylate glue.\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt was originally developed for the aerospace industry. Special T is a thick cyanoacrylate with a consistency resembling cold honey. It fills gaps really well. The rate of cure is about 50-60 seconds (depending on the material), to allow precise alignment of parts after assembly. Hot Stuff glue has a stronger adhesive quality than other cyanoacrylate glues and dries perfectly clear. Perfect for illusion cord necklaces. One bottle goes a long way!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEither use the applicator, or unscrew it and use a pin or toothpick to apply the glue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e29.6ml (1 oz) bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/content\/SDS\/Special-T-MSDS.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here for an MSDS for this product.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JWMetals ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320640541007,"sku":"108-HST7T","price":11.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/special_t_hot_stuff_glue__46451.1286139801.800.800.jpg?v=1785147002"},{"product_id":"black-acrylic-work-surface","title":"Black Acrylic Work Surface","description":"\u003cp\u003eThin black acrylic sheet to use as a work surface when you work with your clay, 180x180mm. It is approximately 1mm thick.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JWMetals ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320640737615,"sku":"169-F001","price":2.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/Black-Acrylic__60248.1501509457.800.800.jpg?v=1785147006"},{"product_id":"acrylic-snake-maker-moulding-plate","title":"Acrylic Snake Maker Moulding Plate","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoll out your metal clay with this \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcrylic Snake Maker Moulding Plate!\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis rolling device helps you to roll out an evenly shaped 'snakes' and balls of clay, which can be difficult to do with your fingers. Cleverly designed to make it easy to hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere are a few guidelines to help you get the most out of your snake maker:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e1. To use it you start with clay as fresh as possible (or extremely carefully reconstituted), as if the clay has started to dry, you might get cracks and end up with a broken snake\/coil.\u003cbr\u003e2. Use your fingers to quickly squeeze and shape your metal clay into a basic log shape. Make sure your fingers are coated with a little olive oil or badger balm to stop them from drying out the clay, and work quickly. You can keep the clay in a little cling film to stop it from drying out, but this part should not take more than about 5 seconds.\u003cbr\u003e3. Now roll it a couple of times on your work surface with your fingers to round it off. Then, as soon as you got the snake started, switch to the snake maker.\u003cbr\u003e4. Hold the snake maker by the curved up edges, and roll back and forth over the clay.\u003cbr\u003e5. One rolled out, I brush my snake with water, and let it sit until the surface is \"touchably\" dry again before I use it, This helps to remove any minute cracks that otherwise can appear on the surface, and will also soften up the clay again so it is nice and ready for you to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"f135-120x120.jpg\" height=\"120\" src=\"..\/..\/..\/..\/product_images\/uploaded_images\/f135-120x120.jpg\" title=\"f135-120x120.jpg\" width=\"120\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEASUREMENTS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx 12.5cm wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you \u003cstrong\u003epress too hard\u003c\/strong\u003e you will feel that your snake is becoming oval and then square, and eventually you can't roll it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you \u003cstrong\u003edon't apply enough pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e, your snake will not get thinner or longer quickly enough, and it will start drying out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure you hold the snake maker straight - perpendicular with your work surface, so you get nice even snakes - or lean it to one side to create a tapered snake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse quite long strokes, if you're just rolling back and forth in the same position you won't get very far!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs your snake gets longer, ensure that the ends of it are sticking out either side of the snake maker \u003cstrong\u003eONLY\u003c\/strong\u003e where the edges are curved up. If you let it stick out past the un-curved edges, you will very quickly get marks and nicks in the snake, which can cause it to break when used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you tilt the snake maker sliiiightly, you can make a nice tapered end on your snake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever try to roll out clay which is wet on the surface. You will end up with a sticky mess, and it won't turn into a snake! The surface should be touchable before you start. If your clay is too dry, re moisten it a little and let it rest in cling film before you start, so that all the clay is moist and pliable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Art Clay","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320641229135,"sku":"102-F-0135","price":8.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/052A6994__30420.1722525390.800.800.png?v=1785147013"},{"product_id":"makins-professional-ultimate-clay-extruder","title":"Makin's Professional Ultimate Clay Extruder","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"product-name-link\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Makin's Professional Ultimate Clay Extruder\"\u003eMakin's Professional Ultimate Clay Extruder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eMakin's Professional Ultimate Clay Extruder (patent pending) is a dream for metal clay work. All clay inside the tube extrudes leaving the cylinder absolutely clean. Use a clay shaper to remove the small bit left between the rubber spacer and die for zero waste of clay. The extruder body is anodized and will not react to metal clay, but you must remove the clay after each use as it will dry out in the extruder. Create vines, stems, borders, and letters with the round discs; hair, grass, straw, and floral stamens with the screen discs; basket-weave, latticework, ribbons, and bows with the flat slot discs; and bricks, logs, borders, and small beads with the square, triangle, and half-round discs. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYour pack includes the actual extruder itself, a rubber seal and 20 different shaped valves. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 x Clay Extruder available without the discs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Makin's","offers":[{"title":"Complete Set","offer_id":58320641294671,"sku":"238-35055","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Clay Extruder Only","offer_id":58320641327439,"sku":"238-35055-1","price":2.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/3378TL-Makins-Clay-Extruder__67932.1601567926.800.800.jpg?v=1785147015"},{"product_id":"spacer-set","title":"Spacer Set","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSpacer Set - a complete set of rolling guides. 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Put the spacers on each side of the clay, and use a roller to roll out the clay to an even thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA complete set of 5, one pair of each colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe spacer slats range from 0.75mm to 3mm:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack - 0.75mm (3 cards thick)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite - 1mm (4 cards thick)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrey - 1.5mm (6 cards thick)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed - 2mm (8 cards thick)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrange - 3mm (12 cards thick)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop tip\u003c\/strong\u003e - use a permanent marker to label the size of each spacer so you can easily and quickly find the sizes you're after! \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JWMetals ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320641458511,"sku":"169-SPACSET","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/SPACSET__37089.1636387543.800.800.png?v=1785147018"},{"product_id":"tissue-blade-super-sharp-cutting-blade","title":"Tissue Blade - Super Sharp Cutting Blade","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eFabulous clay shaping blade!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis very thin and extremely sharp blade is used to cut straight shapes in your clay. I recommend you set a strip of masking tape or similar on the blunt side to stop you picking it up the wrong side up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe clean after use. Don't clean with water as it is prone to rusting, your blade will love you if you wipe it clean after each use and smooth in a little mineral oil to coat the surface every now and then.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe also have a great set of tissue blades, the Super Slicer set, which comes with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/products\/Studio-Sculpey-%252d-Super-Slicer.html\"\u003eselection of different types of blades with a clever handle - read more about it here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eApproximately 155mm long and 18mm wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*Tissue blades are made out of carbon steel, which is heat treated. Oil tarnish marks are part of the manufacturing process. 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Use to cut detailed and intricate shapes in wet clay and for carving and shaping dry clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncluded in the set:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x stainless steel No.3 Handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 x No.11 surgical blades\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/swann-morton-replacement-blades-size-10a\/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"scalpel-blade.png\" class=\"__mce_add_custom__\" height=\"330\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/scalpel-blade.png?v=1785146998\" title=\"scalpel-blade.png\" width=\"507\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Swann Morton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320643850575,"sku":"195-KN1218","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/Product_Image_Template_1__10618.1776940709.800.800.jpg?v=1785147030"},{"product_id":"pen-scriber-art-clay-extra-fine-needle-pen","title":"Pen Scriber - Art Clay Extra Fine Needle Pen","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePen Scriber - Art Clay Extra Fine Needle Pen. \u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis pen-shaped scriber has a very sharp extra fine tip, perfect for writing on dry clay. Write or draw the design on your clay with a normal pencil first, then follow with the scriber. Leaves clean and crisp lines. Can also be used on the fired silver as a marking tool.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is designed and developed by Art Clay themselves for use on metal clay. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen you're scriber is not in use, we recommend retracting the tip to protect it. To retract: press and hold the button on top and tip the pen upside down. When you're ready to use it again, simply press the button on top to extend the scriber.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Clay","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320644014415,"sku":"102-F-0142","price":15.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/F142__25499.1722524126.800.800.jpg?v=1785147037"},{"product_id":"mikisyo-power-grip-carving-tool-v-shape","title":"Mikisyo Power Grip Carving Tool - V-Shape","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMikisyo Power Grip Carving Chisel - use direct on metal clay, wood, rubber, and lino!\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd textures to your unfired metal clay. Create your own texture sheets using lino, rubber and carving sheets! This super-sharp carving tool has a 60° degree angle v-shaped tip perfect for giving you clean cuts and crisp lines. 60° angle ensures your lines aren't too narrow or \"sharp\".\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Japanese steel chisel stays super sharp, and can easily be sharpened if needed using a strop,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/dockyard-sharpening-strop-set-for-micro-carving-tools\/\"\u003e like the one we have for our Dockyard carving tools\u003c\/a\u003e. Use on dry clay to carve designs and patterns or use on one of our rubber sheets to carve your own custom texture. The wooden handle makes the tool sit comfortable in your hand, even for smaller hands as it isn't too chunky.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHere are some examples of sheets that work great with this tool:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/rubber-sheet-for-carving-textures\/\"\u003eRubber sheet for carving textures\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/softcut-carving-blocks-150x100mm-pack-of-2\/\"\u003eSoftCut Carving Blocks - 150x100mm - Pack of 2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/mastercut-carving-blocks-150x100mm-pack-of-2\/\"\u003eMasterCut Carving Blocks - 150x100mm - Pack of 2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWooden handle, 1.5mm blade width (length), and 60° angle V-shape (when you look at the carver from the tip down to the handle, it'll be the shape in the picture below).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"60-degree-angle.gif\" height=\"161\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/60-degree-angle.gif?v=1785147033\" title=\"60-degree-angle.gif\" width=\"180\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Clay","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320644079951,"sku":"102-F-0017","price":7.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/Carving-Tool-F017__12239.1722522790.800.800.jpg?v=1785147038"},{"product_id":"pen-scriber-economy","title":"Pen Scriber - Economy","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis pen-shaped scriber has got a very sharp tip, perfect for writing on dry clay. 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Excellent for smaller pieces, or pieces you give away, which don't have to be hallmarked. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note that according to UK law, this is not the same as hallmarking your piece, you're simply marking it with the quality. 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Scrub your silver with the paste and rinse with clean water.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Clay","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320645292367,"sku":"102-F037","price":3.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/bakingsoda__69588.1775698811.800.800.png?v=1785147052"},{"product_id":"burnisher-small","title":"Burnisher Small","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall Burnisher, perfect for bezel settings and brightening silver clay jewellery!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eBurnish your Art Clay pieces to a beautiful shine with this tiny burnisher. The fine tip is excellent to use in tight and hard to reach spaces. This size will work for most designs. The soft rubberised makes this tool super comfortable and easy to use. The precision tip also makes this burnisher ideal for closing bezel settings around stones. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMATERIALS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rubber handle with hardened steel tip\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEASUREMENTS:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Clay","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320645423439,"sku":"102-F-0031","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/102-F031-Burnisher-Small__68062.1722517000.800.800.png?v=1785147053"},{"product_id":"burnisher-extra-small","title":"Burnisher Extra Small","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Extra Small Burnisher, perfect for brightening silver clay jewellery!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eBurnish your Art Clay pieces to a beautiful shine with this tiny burnisher. The extra fine tip is excellent to use in tight and hard to reach spaces. The soft rubberised makes this tool super comfortable and easy to use. The precision tip also makes this burnisher ideal for tiny bezel settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMATERIALS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rubber handle with hardened steel tip\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEASUREMENTS:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Clay","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320645488975,"sku":"102-F-0032","price":14.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/102-F032-Burnisher-Extra-Small__54172.1722517481.800.800.png?v=1785147054"},{"product_id":"burnisher-curved","title":"Burnisher - Curved","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBurnisher - Curved\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eBurnish your Art Clay, PMC, copper and bronze pieces to a beautiful shine. 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The stainless steel brushes are ideal for cleaning up base metal clay, like bronze, copper, and iron. A brass brush is a little too soft for these metals. This brush is narrow, with short bristles, to fit inside rings. 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With this you are able to make one gorgeous piece, and make inter-changeable items, such as a ring band with different charms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBasic instructions:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1) Make a 1.6mm hole after firing, or a 2mm hole before firing, in your base piece (for example your ring band).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2) Insert the silver screw into your un-fired charms, and fire all together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3) Once fired and finished use the thread chaser in your pre-drilled hole, and screw in your inter-changable charms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePLEASE NOTE: You can use the thread chaser without the vice, but it is quite small so can be a bit fiddly. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"thread-chaser-vice.jpg\" class=\"__mce_add_custom__\" height=\"69\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/thread-chaser-vice_08550925-d178-4624-8c98-440a0c961f8b.jpg?v=1785147257\" title=\"thread-chaser-vice.jpg\" width=\"500\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLength: 1cm \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese fireable silver screws come in a version with an attached jumpring too, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/products\/Fireable-Silver-Screw-%252d-2mm-%252d-With-Attached-Jumpring-%252d-Pack-of-5.html\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e to see.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JWMetals ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320664494415,"sku":"102-K-0183A","price":14.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/102-K183A__08865.1509624348.800.800.jpg?v=1785147277"},{"product_id":"ring-liner-strip-honeycomb","title":"Ring Liner Strip - Honeycomb","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003eThese ring liner strips are just perfect for that little short cut whilst making a ring. If you do not want to, or are unable to make your own Art Clay ring band, you can use these instead. As they are all fine silver, they are fireable and do not shrink during firing, which an Art Clay made ring band would.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS'; min-height: 14.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003eYou can simply use paste to add your embellishments on, or completely cover the liner with your own design. 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If you do not want to, or are unable to make your own Art Clay ring band, you can use these instead. As they are all fine silver, they are fireable and do not shrink during firing, which an Art Clay made ring band would.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS'; min-height: 14.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003eYou can simply use paste to add your embellishments on, or completely cover the liner with your own design. If you are doing this, then we advise you use Art Clay rolled out to a minimum of 0.75mm thick for your first layer, if you go too thin on your first layer, you may get some cracking when the metal clay shrinks around the liner during firing. Its best to build multiple thin layers instead of one thick layer. Another option would be to fire your Art Clay embellishments first, and then attach them to your ring liner after firing, with something like Oil Paste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur new \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/paste-maker-by-sherri-haab\/\"\u003ePaste Maker\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is ideal for making sure your silver clay bonds to this fine silver base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS'; min-height: 14.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003eThe liner itself measures approximately 6cm long, 4mm width and 1.5mm thick. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS'; min-height: 14.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003eTo shape the strip, you simply bend round your ring mandrel (wooden is better so it doesn’t scratch the inside of the ring), with something like a nylon hammer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JWMetals ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320666853711,"sku":"109-SF001E","price":6.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/SF001E__80312.1517476028.800.800.jpg?v=1785147285"},{"product_id":"ring-liner-strip-ovals","title":"Ring Liner Strip - Ovals","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003eThese ring liner strips are just perfect for that little short cut whilst making a ring. If you do not want to, or are unable to make your own Art Clay ring band, you can use these instead. As they are all fine silver, they are fireable and do not shrink during firing, which an Art Clay made ring band would.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS'; min-height: 14.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003eYou can simply use paste to add your embellishments on, or completely cover the liner with your own design. If you are doing this, then we advise you use Art Clay rolled out to a minimum of 0.75mm thick for your first layer, if you go too thin on your first layer, you may get some cracking when the metal clay shrinks around the liner during firing. Its best to build multiple thin layers instead of one thick layer. Another option would be to fire your Art Clay embellishments first, and then attach them to your ring liner after firing, with something like Oil Paste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS'; min-height: 14.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003eThe liner itself measures approximately 6cm long, 4mm width and 1.5mm thick. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS'; min-height: 14.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003eTo shape the strip, you simply bend round your ring mandrel (wooden is better so it doesn’t scratch the inside of the ring), with something like a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/products\/hammer-nylon?variant=58320646603087\u0026amp;_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=2cd704830\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003enylon hammer\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JWMetals ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320666919247,"sku":"109-SF001C","price":11.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/SF001C__27537.1517475930.800.800.jpg?v=1785147286"},{"product_id":"ring-liner-strip-mesh","title":"Ring Liner Strip - Mesh","description":"\u003ch1\u003eRING LINER STRIPS - MAKE YOUR OWN RINGS WITH EASY SIZING AND ADDITIONAL STRENGTH!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese ring liner strips are just perfect for that little short cut whilst making a ring. If you do not want to, or are unable to make your own Art Clay ring band, you can use these instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs they are all 999 fine silver, they are fireable and do not shrink during firing, which an Art Clay made ring band would.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse paste to add your embellishments on, or completely cover the liner with your own design. If you are doing this, we advise you use Art Clay rolled out to a minimum of 0.75mm thick for your first layer, and be careful to not stretch or pull the silver as uyou apply it to the ring liner. If you go too thin on your first layer, you may get cracks as the metal clay shrinks around the liner during firing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother option would be to fire your silver clay embellishments first, and then attach them to your ring liner after firing, either by soldering or using Overlay Paste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArt Clay Overlay Paste or the new formula Art Clay Paste are both great for making sure your silver clay bonds to this fine silver base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe liner itself measures approximately 6cm long, 4mm width and 1.5mm thick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo shape the strip, simply bend around your ring mandrel. Use a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/products\/hammer-nylon?variant=58320646603087\u0026amp;_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=2cd704830\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003enylon hammer\u003c\/a\u003e to gently tap it into shape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JWMetals ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320666984783,"sku":"109-SF001A","price":11.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/SF001A__38362.1517476276.800.800.jpg?v=1785147287"},{"product_id":"ring-liner-strip-scrolls","title":"Ring Liner Strip - Scrolls","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003eThese ring liner strips are just perfect for that little short cut whilst making a ring. If you do not want to, or are unable to make your own Art Clay ring band, you can use these instead. As they are all fine silver, they are fireable and do not shrink during firing, which an Art Clay made ring band would.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS'; min-height: 14.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003eYou can simply use paste to add your embellishments on, or completely cover the liner with your own design. If you are doing this, then we advise you use Art Clay rolled out to a minimum of 0.75mm thick for your first layer, if you go too thin on your first layer, you may get some cracking when the metal clay shrinks around the liner during firing. Its best to build multiple thin layers instead of one thick layer. Another option would be to fire your Art Clay embellishments first, and then attach them to your ring liner after firing, with something like Oil Paste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur new \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/paste-maker-by-sherri-haab\/\"\u003ePaste Maker\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is ideal for making sure your silver clay bonds to this fine silver base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS'; min-height: 14.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003eThe liner itself measures approximately 6cm long, 4mm width and 1.5mm thick. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS'; min-height: 14.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003eTo shape the strip, you simply bend round your ring mandrel (wooden is better so it doesn’t scratch the inside of the ring), with something like a nylon hammer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JWMetals ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320667083087,"sku":"109-SF001B","price":11.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/SF001B__55943.1517476458.800.800.jpg?v=1785147288"},{"product_id":"ring-liner-strip-striped","title":"Ring Liner Strip - Striped","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003eThese ring liner strips are just perfect for that little short cut whilst making a ring. If you do not want to, or are unable to make your own Art Clay ring band, you can use these instead. As they are all fine silver, they are fireable and do not shrink during firing, which an Art Clay made ring band would.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS'; min-height: 14.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003eYou can simply use paste to add your embellishments on, or completely cover the liner with your own design. If you are doing this, then we advise you use Art Clay rolled out to a minimum of 0.75mm thick for your first layer, if you go too thin on your first layer, you may get some cracking when the metal clay shrinks around the liner during firing. Its best to build multiple thin layers instead of one thick layer. Another option would be to fire your Art Clay embellishments first, and then attach them to your ring liner after firing, with something like Oil Paste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur new \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/paste-maker-by-sherri-haab\/\"\u003ePaste Maker\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is ideal for making sure your silver clay bonds to this fine silver base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS'; min-height: 14.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003eThe liner itself measures approximately 6cm long, 4mm width and 1.5mm thick. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS'; min-height: 14.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003eTo shape the strip, you simply bend round your ring mandrel (wooden is better so it doesn’t scratch the inside of the ring), with something like a nylon hammer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JWMetals ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320667181391,"sku":"109-SF001D","price":11.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/SF001D__33398.1517475840.800.800.jpg?v=1785147289"},{"product_id":"ring-liner-strip-plain","title":"Ring Liner Strip - Plain","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003eThese ring liner strips are just perfect for that little short cut whilst making a ring. If you do not want to, or are unable to make your own Art Clay ring band, you can use these instead. As they are all fine silver, they are fireable and do not shrink during firing, which an Art Clay made ring band would.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS'; min-height: 14.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003eYou can simply use paste,  to add your embellishments on, or completely cover the liner with your own design. If you are doing this, then we advise you use Art Clay rolled out to a minimum of 0.75mm thick for your first layer, if you go too thin on your first layer, you may get some cracking when the metal clay shrinks around the liner during firing. Its best to build multiple thin layers instead of one thick layer. Another option would be to fire your Art Clay embellishments first, and then attach them to your ring liner after firing, with something like Oil Paste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur new \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/paste-maker-by-sherri-haab\/\"\u003ePaste Maker\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is ideal for making sure your silver clay bonds to this fine silver base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 16.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS'; min-height: 14.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003eThe liner itself measures approximately 6cm long, 4mm width and 1.5mm thick. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Trebuchet MS';\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;\"\u003eTo shape the strip, you simply bend round your ring mandrel (wooden is better so it doesn’t scratch the inside of the ring), with something like a nylon hammer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JWMetals ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320667246927,"sku":"109-SF001F","price":6.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/SF001F__76601.1517476118.800.800.jpg?v=1785147290"},{"product_id":"wooden-ring-mandrel-extra-wide","title":"Wooden Ring Mandrel - Extra Wide","description":"\u003ch1\u003eExtra Wide Wooden Ring Mandrel, perfect for making larger rings.\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis extra large ring mandrel is great for making larger size rings (above UK size Z+3), small bangles, hoop earrings or circular pendants. The narrow end measures 22mm in diameter and graduates up to 28mm diameter; the Japanese sizes are 31 to 46.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMandrel Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx 21cm long.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Clay","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320676323663,"sku":"102-F314K","price":5.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/102-F314K__65435.1721223584.800.800.jpg?v=1785147374"},{"product_id":"paper-palette-pack-of-30","title":"Paper Palette - Pack of 30","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA 30 sheet pack of paper palettes, the perfect surface for mixing paints, dyes \u0026amp; resins. \u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey are great for using as an ordinary palette, but in a disposable paper form. No more washing your palettes, simply use and dispose. They are great for most mixings; water colours, oil colours, and we find they are particularly great for mixing your UV resin and colours. Just pop a blob of UV resin on them, add in some colour, mix and then apply the pre-coloured resin to your piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEASUREMENTS:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 x 14.8cm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Clay","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320676389199,"sku":"102-R177","price":2.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/R177-Paper-Palette__19644.1777226807.800.800.jpg?v=1785147375"},{"product_id":"micro-mesh-flexifile-4-way-polishing-stick","title":"Micro-Mesh FlexiFile 4-Way Polishing Stick","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe AMAZING Micro Mesh Flexi File is a flexible buffing stick file which takes you all the way through removing minor marks all the way up to a sparkling high mirror shine.\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003e4 grits in one tool - this really is a must-have for all jewellery makers, speeding up your polishing drastically. We love it at Metal Clay HQ ♥!\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis flexible buffing stick\/file has 4 grinding and polishing grades in one tool. It is ideal for removing marks and polishing metal surfaces, as well as acrylic and resin surfaces. The perfect quick fix and mirror shine making tool for jewellery making. It is a bit like our Pro-Polishing pads, but with the added benefit of also including a more abrasive grit so you can remove marks before starting your polish.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has four different grits - two per side - ranging from 180MX (320 grit) grade which removes marks speedily whilst still leaving a smooth surface, all the way up to the final 12,000 grade which is your final high-shine polishing. The grey 12,000 grade leaves silver absolutely sparkling!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose between 3 sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMINI - 10mm (3\/8\") wide x 100mm long (this is absolutely adorable and perfect to slip in a handbag - don't tell anyone but this file works really well on nails too...)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eREGULAR - 12mm (1\/2\") wide x 150mm long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLARGE - 16mm (5\/8\") wide x 150mm long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse the grits in the following order:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack: 180MX (roughest,\u003cspan\u003e equivalent to 320 grit - good for removing marks and scratches)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePink: 2,400 (refine the surface - pre-polish)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite: 4,000 (finer - polish)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrey: 12,000 (finest - giving you the super-shine you are after)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003eSilicone carbide on foam backing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs the name says, these are flexible, so are great for working on slightly shaped, curved, and rounded pieces. Flexifiles are very strong and cope well with edge-work as well as being flexible enough to bend to fit contours. The file itself is thin enough not to inhibit movement and is a really handy size for working on intricate mould tools and parts. The material itself is strong and will withstand working on sharp edges and hard metals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCan be used with water on resin and polymer clays.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.17em;\"\u003eWhat is Micro Mesh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10px;\"\u003eMicro-Mesh™ is what we like to call a non-abrasive abrasive. It is considered a cushioned abrasive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConventional sandpaper is designed to be aggressive so that it will dig deeply. In its manufacture the crystals are electrically charged so that they will stand up. They are locked into a hard resin and when you apply the paper to a surface it will literally tear in and remove the substrate of the material you are sanding. The crystals cut in a negative raking motion, leaving inconsistent scratch patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMicro-Mesh™ does the opposite. The backing is long lasting cloth to which an ultra-flexible cushioning layer is applied. This cushioning layer will determine how far forward you can push crystals before they will penetrate the cushioning layer. On top of this layer, we have a very resilient glue, not a hard resin, but a completely flexible glue that will hold the crystals while allowing it to move and rotate. The crystals can turn in any direction without coming loose. When you start to apply pressure to sand with Micro-Mesh™, the crystals will go into the cushioning layer while beginning to cut a bit. If you push harder, they will go further into the cushioning layer, which serves as a safety valve. It determines how much pressure you can exert in a downward direction. Instead of a deep scratch that sandpaper makes, Micro-Mesh™ produce a refined scratch that is close to a RMS of 1.0. The cushioning layer also allows the crystals to cut with a planing motion that leaves an extremely consistent scratch pattern and allows you to achieve extraordinary levels of gloss.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhere conventional abrasives will take surfaces down 2 or 3 thousandths (.002 or .003), Micro-Mesh™ will take it down one ten thousandth (.0001) or less.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Micro Mesh","offers":[{"title":"Mini","offer_id":58320678781263,"sku":"240-FF-4WAY-MINI","price":1.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Regular","offer_id":58320678814031,"sku":"240-FF-4WAY-REG","price":1.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":58320678846799,"sku":"240-FF-4WAY-LAR","price":2.15,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/FlexiFile_4_WAY_FILE_WITH_SIZES__92061.1654088510.800.800.png?v=1785147411"},{"product_id":"black-acrylic-work-surface-textured-pinseal","title":"Black Acrylic Work Surface - Textured Pinseal","description":"\u003cp\u003eThin textured black acrylic sheet to use as a work surface when you work with your clay, 180x180mm. 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Don't forget to use some sort of release to stop your clay sticking! \u003cspan\u003eSpray with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/coolslip-antistick-spray-120ml\/\"\u003eCoolSlip\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/badger-balm-organic-natural-non-stick-and-skin-care-unscented\/\"\u003eBadger Balm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/slik-baby-non-stick-balm\/\"\u003eSlik Baby\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e before placing on the clay to avoid sticking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JWMetals ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58320683761999,"sku":"169-F001P","price":2.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/Pinseal-Acrylic__25603.1501509575.800.800.jpg?v=1785147476"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/collections\/tools-1.oembed?page=25","provider":"Metal Clay","version":"1.0","type":"link"}