What is a texturing tool? 

Texturing tools are tools that are used to create texture or patterns on polymer clay, sculpting putties, and other hobby materials. These tools can be used to add details, dimension, and interest to a wide range of projects, including miniature sculpting, jewelry-making, and model-making.

There are many different types of hobby tools available, and they can be made from a variety of materials such as metal, plastic, wood, or rubber. 

Common texturing tools:

• Rolling pins: Rolling pins with a textured surface, such as a ribbed or fluted pattern, can be used to engrave a pattern into polymer clay or other sculpting materials such as Green Stuff, Milliput, and Maxx Putty.
• Texture plates: these are flexible stamps with a raised pattern that can be pressed into clay or other materials to create a repeating design.
• Embossing tools: Embossing tools made of metal or silicone, such as styluses or ball tools, can be used to sculpt simple and complex details on the materials by pressing into the surface.
• Roll Maker Tool: A set of different textured plates that will allow to create of miniature cables, tentacles, and tubes using polymer clay and epoxy putties.
• Corrugator tools: Corrugator tools, also known as texture wheels or pattern wheels consist of a metallic crank with a row of small, sharp teeth or ridges that can be used to create indentations or raised lines in slim metals and cardboard.

Why texturing tools are important to sculpt miniatures?

They are important to sculpting miniatures because they allow you to add fine details and texture to your sculptures, which can help to bring your creations to life and make them look more realistic. For example, you can use them to add texture to clothing, armor, or terrain features on a miniature, or to create fur, scales, or other details on figurines or other objects.

They can also help to add dimension and interest to your sculptures by creating raised or indented patterns on the surface. This can help to make your miniatures more visually appealing and can also help to make them stand out when displayed or photographed.

In addition to these benefits, its use can also be a lot of fun to use and can help to add variety and creativity to your sculpting process. There are many different types of texturing tools available, and each one can create a unique effect, so you can experiment with different tools and techniques to find the look that works best for your projects.