How Do You Make A Clay Salinometer?

How Do You Make A Clay Salinometer

The first step is to find a suitable bowl, such as an old fashioned glass jar or a 250 millilitre (1.1 c) or 500 millilitre (2.1 c) graduated cylinder, online or in a local craft store. This should be large enough to fit the printed swizzle stick and your ocarina plus a few grams of clay.

Once you have the bowl, it’s time to start sculpting the bowl itself. Using the smallest metal weights you can find, and a small serrated rib or a small flat spatula-like tool, gently crease the top of your bowl into a shape that will look as good on the outside as it does on the inside.

Now it’s time to add some decoration. The best way to do this is by making a stamped design that will be revealed when the swizzle stick is moved from side to side.

It’s also a good idea to use a stamp that is designed to be used with air dry clay. These are non-toxic and can be used on a regular basis but they don’t last as long as a kiln fired bowl.

Keeping It Clean

The best way to keep your swizzle stick clean is to wipe it down with a damp cloth as frequently as possible, especially when it’s being handled or carried around. This will remove any excess oils from the swizzle sticks and help them to glide along smoothly.

You can also keep it safe by storing the swizzle stick in an airtight container or bag. However, you should be aware that the swizzle stick is not indestructible, and should never be left unattended, as it may break if dropped on the ground or bumped into something.