• 5 stars: 93 (97%)
  • 4 stars: 3 (3%)
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Emily

I ordered this kit to carve this for my mom for Christmas. It was my first time and so incredibly simple! Mine isn't as flowy and soft as someone who has had a lot of practice, but it turned out so well! And it was relaxing doing it!

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Rachel Turner

We have yet to do the kit, but it looks like it'll be great! The instructions seem clear - I bought this for my husband who is trying out new hobbies.

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Jessica

This was so much fun to do! While it doesn't look like the model, I think mine is still super cute! My own kitties stayed at my side while I carved it.

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Maya Reyes

Cat Soapstone Carving Kit

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Aoife

Absolutely adored making this cat! I never knew how fun carving would be! Can't wait to buy more!! I can't imagine an 8yr old doing this, but I'm in my early 20s and it was a bit of a challenge for me! If you want to have fun, go for it!!!

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Kate Taylor

I bought this for my partner for Christmas, and I’m so pleased with the set and how the final carving turned out. A really lovely, alternative gift for adults, with clear instructions and everything you need to get started. I only wish you could buy these in the U.K., to avoid the customs charges! Thank you so much ☺️

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Etsy customer

Mz. 8 dove into this as thier first Xmas morning project. Instructions were easy to follow. Stone easy to carve. The hardest part was finding a hair dryer.

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Sara McComas

Very easy and fun!

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Teresa Z

Straightforward instructions and had all the supplies I needed to try soapstone carving for the first time! It was a pleasant way to spend an afternoon and I'm pleased with the result.

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Alicia Hieken

The perfect gift! Thank you!

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Nicole

bought this for a gift. arrived quickly and looks great.

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Bethany

Arrived on time, was as described, great gift

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Valerie Brown

We love these kits! Fun for the whole family.

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Etsy customer

US BUYERS BE AWARE THAT WE RECEIVED CUSTOMS BILL FROM UPS OVER A WEEK LATER - Seller never disclosed customs charges. UPS tells us the seller is aware of charges at time of shipment as they must sign papers. I would highly recommend these kits over anything I have been able to find, but not priced well for one inexpensive included tool. Wood carving kits are actually priced better. The box and packaging are nice. Diorama is a wonderful backdrop. Stone is well cut, not chipped, and makes a nice hefty size piece.
The directions are specific and attention to detail for each piece. Reuse same directions if you had material and equipment to cut a new stone. The cloth and sandpaper are slivers of what they should be, especially for beginners, but that is my suggestion for improvement. These are great beginner kits.

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Jordyn Hennells

Thank you for the great item!

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Etsy customer

Good gift for my son

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Selena Roark

This is a cute idea!

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Lisa Jannone

My daughter is going to love it.

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Krystina

Ordered as a Christmas gift, I'm sure the recipient will have a great time with it. Delivered quickly

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Anne Hecker

Made this for my wee niece who is obsessed with cats. We think cat will end up being her first word, though we might be confusing her with cat, kitty, and gato lol. She loved it! Her grandma dropped it and broke an ear off, which was sad, so do keep in mind that this is fun and easy to carve but also very soft stone because of that. Easy to chip and break! The directions are easy to follow but you also have a lot of leeway to add your own style to the cat.

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Etsy customer

Great service- thanks very much

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Beth

Arrived quickly and as described. I'm having fun carving it

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Abhik Roy

My daughter had a great time learning how to carve soapstone.

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Lorne Cheverie

Great gift for crafty cat lovers.

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Stephen Tracy

This is a fun project to work on!

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Michael Porcell

Cat Soapstone Carving Kit

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Rachel DuBois

Was a gift. My father hasn't made it yet, but loved the thought and idea of the everything coming in one kit.

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Etsy customer

What a fun kit! Thank you!

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Emma

Cat Soapstone Carving Kit

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Sheng-Yao Cheng

Super fast shipping and great customer service!!!

FAQs

Please read our FAQs page to find out more.

Is stone carving safe?

Yes, the stone we use is certified free from harmful elements like asbestos and is primarily talk or calcite. We encourage the use of water during carving and sanding stages to avoid any airborne dust.

What types of stone are used?

We use natural occurring stone in our products. Both Soapstone and Alabaster. Soapstone is a colourful and soft mainly talc based stone that is certified safe for carving. Alabaster is a beautiful semi-translucent calcite based stone slightly harder than soapstone.

How to carve without making dust?

The more frequent you wet the stone and tools when carving, the less dry stone dust you create. We developed this carving process to use water and be done easily at home.

Do I need skills to do this?

We invented this starter stone carving projects that can be very successful without any carving experience!

How can I get better at carving stone?

My first recommendation is to join our free carving webinars. It is a great place to learn more and ask questions. You should also try more complicated projects and try different stones. I have carved many types of stone over my life as a sculptor.

What are some options for finishes?

We suggest gently heating the stone and using a paraffin wax, but you can also use mineral oil or Tung oil to enhance the colours. The oils will fade over time, whereas the wax will last. One other option for a more durable finish is to spray the finished piece with a clear lacquer.

Please send us your questions.

We try to respond quickly to all questions and inquiries about stone carving and our products.