{"product_id":"the-bangle-maker-round-by-clement-marquaire","title":"The Bangle Maker Round by Clément Marquaire","description":"\u003ch1 data-end=\"293\" data-start=\"183\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"291\" data-start=\"183\"\u003eNEW! 'The Bangle Maker - Round' by Clément Marquaire from CMMC Tools – exclusive to Metal Clay Ltd in the UK!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"409\" data-start=\"295\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscover an innovative way to create seamless bangles! Available in three different sizes, ranging from \u003cspan\u003e63.5mm\u003c\/span\u003e to \u003cspan\u003e84.5mm. If you've attended a ring making class with Clément or tried the wonderful ring maker , this tool works in the same way, just in a much larger size. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese bangle sets come in three sizes: small, medium, or large. The small and large sets include two cutters each, while the medium set includes three cutters. Each bangle maker is composed of two parts: the inner cutter and the outer cutter, along with a moving part inside, which Clément calls the “pusher.” You can use this pusher to push your clay out when it’s dry. By alternating the inner cutters, you can create bangles of different thicknesses. \u003cspan\u003eEach set comes in its own round beautiful box. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"203\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/4-1768998940241_54d2a4b5-ce59-459d-a8dd-474c700de816.png?v=1785152989\" width=\"203\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"201\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/the-bangle-maker-octagon-by-cle-ment-marquaire-259-bmo_5099e47a-45f7-4d72-83a7-1e4524dbdc6f.png?v=1785152989\" width=\"201\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"202\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/5-1768998940214_c16bf5df-668f-404b-94a5-1aae88be58ab.png?v=1785152989\" width=\"202\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall set: 2\/2–63.5 mm \u0026amp; 2\/4–67 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium set: 2\/6–70.6 mm, 2\/8–74mm \u0026amp; 2\/10–77.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge set: 2\/12–81 mm \u0026amp; 2\/14–84.5 mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr data-end=\"892\" data-start=\"889\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare your cutter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oil your bangle cutter with a non-stick solution—Clément uses olive oil. Place the cutters back together, making sure they are properly aligned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare the clay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place fresh clay on a non-stick surface and press it down with a scale roller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoll the clay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roll your clay with thickness guides and a roller. Make sure you have enough clay to cover the size of the bangle and that it is rolled out to a consistent thickness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCut the bangle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Press your oiled cutter firmly into the clay, ensuring all parts, including the inside, are pressed down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemove excess clay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flip your work surface and remove any excess clay from both the outside and inside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry the bangle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the bangle maker in a dehydrator for about an hour, or let it air dry for a longer period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease the bangle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the maker down with the writing facing upwards and push the bangle out. Place two fingers on the outer edge and press with one finger in the middle until the bangle pops out. If it still feels wet, return it to the dehydrator to dry fully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd texture (optional):\u003c\/strong\u003e Once the bangle is fully dry, you can add texture at this stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFire the bangle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fire the bangle according to your preferred clay firing guide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape the bangle:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the bangle changes shape slightly during firing, gently press and rotate it by hand until it is round. Alternatively, use a mandrel with a rawhide or nylon hammer to gently tap and rotate the bangle until it is perfectly round. Repeat on both sides. This not only shapes the bangle but also hardens the metal, adding strength. You can also add texture with texture hammers at this stage, keeping in mind that excessive hammering may slightly increase the size of your bangle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003chr data-end=\"2362\" data-start=\"2359\"\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo Add Texture Using a Texture Mat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a non-stick solution to your texture mat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoll a clay snake or coil, ensuring a consistent thickness (a snake roller or clay extruder works well).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the coil on the mat and roll it out to a thin, even thickness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave the rolled-out clay on the mat and lightly apply water to the flat side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd water to your bangle to make it sticky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress the bangle firmly into the rolled-out clay(keeping it on the texture) until the entire surface is covered in texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eWatch \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/2cqDanma_fQ\"\u003eClément’s tutorial made with Cool Tools\u003c\/a\u003e to learn more. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2748\" data-start=\"2716\"\u003eImages courtesy of Cool Tools.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"CMMC Tools","offers":[{"title":"Round - Small","offer_id":58321760846159,"sku":"259-BMR-SML","price":55.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Round - Medium","offer_id":58321760878927,"sku":"259-BMR-MED","price":85.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Round - Large","offer_id":58321760911695,"sku":"259-BMR-LAR","price":58.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Round - Full Set","offer_id":58321760944463,"sku":"259-BMR-SET","price":189.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2591\/2911\/files\/The_Bangle_Maker_Round_by_Clement_Marquaire_-_259-BMR_-_Small__21687.1769005253.800.800.png?v=1785153016","url":"https:\/\/www.metalclay.co.uk\/products\/the-bangle-maker-round-by-clement-marquaire","provider":"Metal Clay","version":"1.0","type":"link"}