ROLLING PIN ELVEN 2387

Rolling Pin ELVEN 2387

Textured rolling pins capable of impressing a continuous repeated pattern on clay and putties. Made of clear PMMA plastic with amazing non-stick properties. Non-toxic. They come in different textures that you can buy according to 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 that needs to be textured. For optimum 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 avoid sticking.
• 4th - Move the rolling pin slowly, exerting equal pressure at all points for an even texture.
• 5th - Trim off excess putty/clay with a sharp blade. It is recommended to do this after it has dried to avoid deformations in the putty/clay.

MATERIALS:

There are numerous different types of putties and clays on the market, and all of them can be textured with the right technique.

Usually, polymer clay (Fimo or Sculpey type) is quite easy to work with these rolling pins, as they allow 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 cooking time for these clays is approximately 15 minutes at 150ºC. MDF wood may give off a slight odor, similar to that of toasted bread, but don't worry, it won't burn!

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

For Green Stuff putty, which is particularly sticky, it is required to slightly 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, for example, Milliput putty are also suitable, but we recommend not to wet them too much as this will hinder your work. Furthermore, 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 residues on the rolling pins, if necessary.

SAFETY:

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