Always lubricate your cutters before use (olive oil, cool slip, badger balm), this ensures a cleaner cut, smoother clay release and easier cleaning.
Ensure your clay is on a smooth surface as this reduces the risk of damaging your cutting edge and also gives you a cleaner cut.
Apply even downwards pressure when cutting your clay; angled or uneven pressure can crack the walls of your cutter and/or damage your cutting edge.
Do not put your cutters on your hot plate; the resin will soften and deform around 60 C / 140 F, this can reduce the life span of your cutters or cause permanent damage.
Your clay may get stuck in the cutter, releasing can be aided by blowing into the back of the cutter or by using a damp soft bristled brush from the back of the cutter if blowing is not practical due to cutter outline.
Clean your cutters carefully using tepid soapy water and a soft bristled brush; hard bristles can damage the fine cutting edge whilst hot water will soften the resin making it more prone to deformation and breaking. DO NOT use acetone/nail varnish remover as this will cause permanent damage to your cutter.
Store your cutters in your handy box (if you have one) or flat on the back face, clear of other objects; this prevents the fine cutting edge being damaged.
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