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10/23/2026

Something spoOoOoky from the archives! Made with our torch fire Phoenix silver clay.

10/08/2026

Ever wondered how you can achieve hammered or distressed textures with silver clay? It's incredibly easy with this method demonstrated by Paula McDowell in our most recent Learning Center tutorial. All you need is your greenware-stage clay and a rotary tool with a ball grinder.

Link in bio to see the full video!

10/06/2026

Video and Design by Serae | Handmade Charms 🐟 We can't get enough of custom charms. Making your own is such a fun way to show off your personality and exercise your creativity! And the fact you can go from clay to a finished necklace in a day? Mesmerizing.

09/28/2026

Free shipping starts today. If you've been keeping a list of things to restock, try, or revisit, now's your chance. What things do you have on your shopping list? Tell us in the comments 👇

09/25/2026

Hi from Wisconsin 👋 Did you know Cool Tools is based out of southern WI? Fall is just starting here, arguably one of the best seasons in our state, and we are so excited. Bring on all the fall-themed DIYs, tools, and drinks!

Where are you based? Tell us in the comments! 👇

09/25/2026

Video and design by Karen • we love how easily you can make this idea your own, as a gift or for yourself!

We're curious, what's your birthstone? Drop it in the comments 👇

09/24/2026

🎉 Ready to level up your bail game? Shop Pam East's new Bail Templates, exclusively at Cool Tools.

✨ Narrow: For elongated & vertical pendants
✨ Wide: For square, round & broad pendants

Both $14.95 and made in the USA.

https://f.mtr.cool/km01ngb8rc

09/18/2026

Know someone with a September birthday? We pulled together natural agates, nano gems, and lapis lazuli—because one gemstone can't speak for everyone born this month!

Some September stones love the kiln. Others need to be set after firing. Agates? Beautiful, but they're strictly post-fire setting. Nano gem sapphire? Fire it right in with an azure behind it.

If you're building September pieces this month, start with our free firing guide (link below). It'll save you heartbreak and wasted metal. Which gems are your go-to? Comment below—we're curious.

https://f.mtr.cool/a0076dz9wp

09/17/2026

🎉 Just launched: Pam East Bail Templates, exclusively at Cool Tools!

Pam has been teaching, creating, and innovating in the metal clay and enameling space for 24+ years. When she designs a tool, it's because she's experienced the frustration herself. Her bail templates are no exception. Check them out in the tagged products on the Learning Center!

Pam East demonstrates how to use her Narrow and Wide Bail Templates to create beautifully shaped, professional looking bails for metal clay jewelry. Learn how to form and dry the bails using the Bead & Bail Drying Rack, create decorative split bail designs, add embedded eyelets for movement, and...

09/11/2026

At Cool Tools, we take pride in every tool we stock or develop. Our small team makes all the big decisions based on what you love and need. Not trends. Not what sells. What works for your studio!

That's why we created:
✨ Pear & Cushion Setting Molds: Karen designed these specifically for stone setters who refuse to compromise on precision.
✨ The Mandala Maker by Clément Marquaire: because symmetry shouldn't take all day.
✨ New Texture Tiles: washable, flexible, updated textures for makers who want to incorporate whimsy with ease.

And why we now stock:
✨ Sully's clay cutters: y'all asked for these. We made sure they're here, in the US.

Each one is built on real studio feedback. Real problems. Real makers!

What's in your rotation right now? Drop a comment! We'd love to know what's working for you. 👇