ROLLING PIN ALIEN HIVE 1664

Rolling Pin Alien Hive 1664

Textured rolling pins capable of pressing a continuous repeated pattern on clay and putty. Made of clear PMMA plastic with amazing non-stick properties. Non-toxic. They come in a variety of textures that you can purchase based on your specific needs.

Length: 14'50 cm (5'5 inch)

Diameter: 2'5cm (1 inch)

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE:

• 1st - Mix the putty/clay well until ready according to the manufacturer's recommendations.
• 2nd - Spread the putty/clay on a surface to be textured. For optimal results, ensure you have a smooth and even surface before impressing with the rolling pins. We recommend using a plain roller for this.
• 3rd - Depending on the type of putty/clay, it is advisable to wet the rolling pin to prevent sticking.
• 4th - Move the rolling pin slowly, applying equal pressure at all points for an even texture.
• 5th - Cut away excess putty/clay with a sharp knife. It is recommended to do this after it has dried to prevent deformation of the putty/clay.

MATERIALS:

There are many different types of putty and clay on the market, and all of them can be textured with the right technique.

Typically, polymer clay (Fimo or Sculpey type) is quite easy to work with these rolling pins, as they allow for easy correction of mistakes before baking. If the intention is to create a textured base, we recommend using an MDF base, as you can texture the polymer clay directly onto an MDF base and then place everything in the oven, including the base. The baking time for these clays is approximately 15 minutes at 150ºC. MDF wood may leave a slight odor, similar to toasted bread, but don't worry, it will not burn!

In the case of epoxy putties, there are various techniques that yield similar results. The good thing is, you don't need to bake them, so they can be applied directly to plastic substrates.

For Green Stuff putty, which is particularly sticky, it is required to lightly moisten the putty or the roller with some water before texturing. You can also reduce stickiness by applying talcum powder or using Sculptor Vaseline.

Other epoxy putties such as Milliput putty are also suitable, but we recommend not to wet them too much as this will hinder your work. Moreover, if the mixture is too sticky, it is better to continue kneading until the stickiness is gone.

For this type of epoxy putties, it is very important to clean the rolling pins thoroughly after use.

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS:

After working with the rolling pins, use a scratch brush (LINK) and plenty of water to remove any residue from the rolling pins, if necessary.

SAFETY:

To ensure safety, children should be closely supervised by a responsible adult.