How Do You Use Modeling Clay Smoothing Tools?
Working with clay can be fun and therapeutic. Clay sculpting allows you to express yourself while working on your small motor skills. For individuals with disabilities such as sensory integration disorder, Alzheimer’s, autism or cerebral palsy, working with clay can help regain small motor function or improve existing function. Clay sculpting also allows emotional expression and provides a source of community recognition and social stimulation. Here is how to use sculpting tools to smooth clay. First, look around the house or at your day program site for things which can be used to smooth clay: round paperweights, rolling pins, peanut butter jars, plastic cups, spatulas, wooden spoons, cake knives, butter knives or sponges. You may wish to purchase a set of sculpting tools from an art supply outlet. These specialty tools are expensive, and it may be easier to simply use found objects. You will want one or more sculpting ribs, a sea sponge, a wire with handles for smooth cutting and var
