Ampersand - Scratchbord Tool Kit

Scratchbord Tool Kit

Scratch precise highlights and linework into clay surfaces

Fine lines emerge from darkness when you need precise control over value and detail. This scratch tool collection equips you for everything from delicate highlights to complete pigment removal on Claybord surfaces. Two line tools, scratch nibs with holder, handle crisp linear work and cross-hatching. Wire and needle texture tools create varied surface effects, from subtle stippling to aggressive mark-making. When you need to lift pigment, fiberglass brush and artist-grade steel wool provide different degrees of erasure, from gentle lightening to full removal back to white clay.

The kit includes a Claybord sample so you can test each tool's capabilities immediately. Wire tools excel at organic textures, while metal nibs deliver the clean lines essential for architectural details or refined portrait work. Steel wool removes broad areas smoothly; fiberglass brush targets smaller corrections with precision. Together, these six tools cover the complete range of subtractive techniques that make Claybord distinctive, working dark to light rather than building up from white. Whether you're new to scratch techniques or expanding your tool collection, this kit provides the essential implements for controlled mark-making on clay surfaces.

Crafts

Crafts Purchase Guide

Crafting Supplies

Decorative Painting - Multi-surface acrylic paints from FolkArt, Apple Barrel, and DecoArt Americana bond to wood, metal, glass, and ceramic. UV-resistant formulations maintain color intensity.

Jewelry Making - Beads, findings, wire, and tools for creating custom jewelry pieces. Includes crimping tools, pliers, and specialized adhesives.

Stamps and Embossing - Rubber stamps, embossing powders, and heat tools for creating textured designs on paper, fabric, and other surfaces.

Stenciling - Reusable stencils and specialty paints for creating consistent patterns and designs on various surfaces.

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