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Egyptian Oasis. Dragon Master. Cast Away. Native Pride. These are just a few of the big, bold and beautiful new molds available this month. Our antique molds are hand crafted from the original element so you get a perfect impression. A mold is a great way to own the beauty of these collectibles without the investment of the original, and the sizes are just right for jewelry components. We use 100% silicone mold material that does not stick to metal clay, or any other type of clay, so no release is needed. Use any type of precious metal clay, polymer or ceramic clays. The molds can be placed on a heat source to dry, and can even be placed in an oven or toaster oven. Our molds are safe to 500F. Shop over 400 Antique Molds today and discover our best selection yet. May 1 Try a variety and pick your favorite! The Cool Tools Carbon Sampler Pack is perfect for every jewelry artist. Featuring Magic, Coal, and Coconut carbons, the Sampler Pack has everything you need to fire any creation. Each type of carbon offers something unique and comes in a 1/2lb bag. That’s a 1/2lb of coal, 1/2lb of coconut and 1/2lb magic carbon! With the Cool Tools Carbon Sampler Pack, you will get the finish you desire and will never be without the carbon you need.
Magic Carbon is a wonderfully versatile carbon. Magic Carbon is pre-tested for all brands of bronze, copper and silver clays and fires any thickness in a 2 hour schedule in most kilns. Magic Carbon has the advantage of firing at a lower temperature. The faster firing and the lower temperature puts less demand on the heating elements, giving your elements a longer life than other carbons. Magic Carbon produces an antique patina on bronze and copper clays, which eliminates the need for additional patination. Coal Carbon Our Coal Carbon is a coal-based activated carbon firing media. Coal Carbon is specifically designed for use with bronze and brass clays. This carbon will produce a rainbow patina on fired BRONZclay. The patina is unpredictable, but fairly durable. If undesired, it can be burnished and polished to a high shine. Not for use with copper clays. Coconut Carbon Coconut Carbon is a coconut-based activated carbon firing media that is formulated for firing bronze, copper, brass and all other types of metal clays. This carbon will produce a clean, satin finish which is fairly durable. Coconut Carbon can also be polished to a high shine or desired finish. Apr 29 Introducing our new Initial Jewel Stamps featuring full alphabet sets available in multiple font styles. These new initial Jewel Stamps are crystal clear, designer images made for creating in jewelry clays of all kinds. Impress beautifully designed, laser sharp images in metal clay, polymer clay, porcelain, and other soft clays. Use Jewel Stamps to apply a resist to copper for etching or selective patina, and you can even use them for stamping ink onto bone dry clay for carving. The Initial Jewel Stamp Collections include all 26 letters and come in a set of 4 sheets. Jewel Stamps are made of a durable, flexible, washable polymer for years of use when handled properly. Store Jewel Stamps on their provided acrylic sheet with its protective film in place. Keep out of direct sunlight. Shop our new initial sets today to add your unique mark with a simple touch of a Cool Tools Jewel Stamp. Apr 26 Brilliant Elegance with Less Investment.
Copper is essential to all living organisms and has anti-bacterial properties, is inexpensive, and is easy to work with. These copper wire designs can be co-fired in all copper clays and can also be soldered using low temperature silver solder to incorporate with metal stampings, sheet metals, wire, and other materials. These products are sold by 6″ lengths. Copper can be colored using oxidizing agents, heat, colored pencils, paints, inks, resins, Gilders Paste and other products. Before applying any of these surface treatments, be sure the metal is clean. Shop our expanded selection of Copper Patterned Wire & Strip today to take advantage of these elegant copper designs at low prices.
Apr 23 Congratulations to Christina Berg, the winner of the March Cool Tools Survey Contest. Christina has won a $100 gift certificate simply for offering us her thoughts.
After every purchase, you receive an email asking you to take a survey. Your thoughts help us improve as a company and better understand your needs. Each month, we select a winner and the next one could be you! Help us congratulation Christina and keep offering us your thoughts! Apr 19 Now is the time to stock up and save on all the Antique Molds you have been wanting at Cool Tools.
Our antique molds are hand crafted from the original element so you get a perfect impression. A mold is a great way to own the beauty of these collectibles without the investment of the original, and the sizes are just right for jewelry components. We use 100% silicone mold material that does not stick to metal clay, or any other type of clay, so no release is needed. Use any type of precious metal clay, polymer or ceramic clays. The molds can be placed on a heat source to dry, and can even be placed in an oven or toaster oven. Our molds are safe to 500F. Order right away – this is your best opportunity to stock up on all the unique Antique Molds you need to create amazing jewelry. Retail Only. Offer applies to select Antique Molds in the clearance category. Sale ends 4/22/13 at 11:59pm CST. Apr 18
The new Art Clay Silver formula provides you the best of all your favorite clays and is available in lump form, syringe, and paste. This new formula features something from each previous type of clay in the Art Clay family including Art Clay Original, Low Fire and Slow Dry! The features of the new Art Clay Silver Formula include better workability compared to original formula and 650 formulas and longer working time than original, 650, and 650 Slow Dry formulas. The new formula only has 8-9% shrinkage, with similar drying times as original and 650 formulas when using applied heat (such as a hair dryer, warmer, or dehydrator). Take advantage of easier carving and filing in the dry stage. It also Reviews are flying in on the new formula and customers have been loving it!
If you are curious or intrigued, you should try the new formula today. You might be surprised at how easy it is to use. Apr 16 Congratulations to Linda Chavez, the winner of the Cool Tools Random Review Contest. Linda has won a $100 gift certificate for reviewing the Cool Tools Cool Slip she purchased. Linda gave our Cool Slip a great review and said ” I used this product recently while creating an Art Copper Clay pendant using a texture plate. The clay comes right off the texture plate without leaving any copper residue behind. Great product.”. Linda was excited and told us a little about herself:
After every purchase, you have the opportunity to review your products. Your reviews help fellow jewelry artists better understand the products we offer. You can review any product by simply going to the product page and clicking “write a review”. Each review gives you an entry into our review contest. Help us congratulate Linda! Apr 15
Texture is an essential element when working with metal clay, and helps you personalize your creations. Don’t miss out on these new embossed and fine line designs. Our exclusive Texture Tiles measure 2″ x 4″ and are deeply etched for a wide range of depths. Texture Tiles are flexible, washable and can be used with any soft clay, silver clay, bronze clay, polymer, earthen, porcelain, and more. Use Cool Slip as a release for the cleanest impressions when working with metal clays. Check out over 200 deeply etched Texture Tile designs today to expand your texture collection. Apr 12
Crimson Eclipse Pendant Project Cool Tools Texture Tiles are perfect tools, for creating beautiful pieces of jewelry. In this project, learn to make the Crimson Eclipse Pendant, using PMC3, a Texture Tile, and a few other tools and simple techniques. Easily make a stunning fine silver pendant that incorporates sophisticated design without breaking your budget.
Finishing your jewelry creations to near perfection, helps set your work apart from all the rest. A mirror finish, offers a level a sophistication that is unmatched by other colorants and patinas. In this tool demo, learn to get a mirror finish on metal clay, with a simple sanding stick and a set of polishing papers.
Forming ring shanks is an intricate and delicate technique. Traditionally, mandrels and hammers are used to form and shape your rings. In this tool demo, learn to use the Ring Forming Pliers, to shape thick wire easily, and get the perfect form every time. |
