{"product_id":"ring-shank-template-flat","title":"Ring Shank Template - Flat","description":"\u003ch1\u003eRing Shank Template - Flat\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis precision ring shank template designed by Clément Marquaire makes it easy to cut the perfect size straight ring shank or ring band from 18 gauge metal or metal clay. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach guide line includes a positioning hole, allowing you to mark your clay or sheet with accuracy and cut exactly where needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRing sizes range from 1.5 to 15 US size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere are 2 template options to choose from, with the following ring band widths;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOption 1 - 4mm, 6mm, 8mm and 10mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOption 2 - 12mm, 16mm, and 20mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eDesigned by Clément Marquaire. \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBonus:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEach template also includes the inside cut-out shape. You can use it as a guide to cut around, trim to your preferred size, or even slip it onto a customer’s finger as a sample for sizing and fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe special coloured surface makes it easy to find these templates on your workbench, but allows clarity for positioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo use with metal, ceramic or polymer clay:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace your clay on a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/work-surfaces\/\"\u003enon-stick surface.\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoll out your clay with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/rollers-1\/\"\u003eroller and rolling frame\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(add texture if you like here). Keep it at least 1mm thick after texture is added.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the template on top of the clay. Hold the template in place with your finger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut out your shape with your\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/needle-tool-pergamano-perforating-tool\/\"\u003eneedle tool.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStart with the outside edges and work your way in. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the template and lift away the excess clay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo use with sheet metal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolish your sheet with wet and dry paper or a scotchbrite pad to give the metal a soft satin finish. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the template onto your sheet metal (keep close to the edges to save your metal!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHold the template in place with your finger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThen use a scribe to draw the shape onto your metal, keeping close to the edges of the template! \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGo over your scribe with a sharpie. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBegin sawing!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cool Tools","offers":[{"title":"4-10mm","offer_id":58321743511887,"sku":"103-TMP-1010","price":10.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12-20mm","offer_id":58321743544655,"sku":"103-TMP-1011","price":10.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/tmp-1011b_ring_shanks_flat.2_Gradient__64277.1759503057.800.800.jpg?v=1785152789","url":"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/products\/ring-shank-template-flat","provider":"Metal Clay","version":"1.0","type":"link"}