Sometimes learning isn’t just about academics; it’s also about life skills, character qualities, and artistic pursuits. This Sea Turtle carved from soapstone is a beautiful art project, but it also teaches patience, dedication, and precision. In addition, carving is a life skill you can use for many other projects.

What is the Sea Turtle Soapstone Carving Kit?

First, it is important to note that soapstone is a real stone. I know there are carving projects that use bars of soap to teach beginning carving, but this is an actual stone carving project. Soapstone is a soft, smooth stone that is reasonably easy to carve, making it a great option for students.

This carving kit takes students from a block of stone to a finished sea turtle, waxed and ready for display. This is a project that can be displayed for many years to come or gifted to a friend or family member.

Everything you need for the project is included in the kit.

What is Included in the Kit?

• One partially shaped block of soapstone
• Carving Tool
• Sandpaper
• Finishing oil
• Step-by-Step Instructions

Our Experience with the Sea Turtle Soapstone Carving Kit

My twelve-year-old loves art and making things with his hands. He was super excited to get this kit and try it out. I decided to give it to him and see how it went, letting him know I was available if he needed help.

He used the included paper instructions and worked his way through it without any assistance from me. Video instructions are also available via a QR code, but he didn’t feel like he needed them.

Overall, it took him a couple of hours over several days to complete the project. Working his way through the steps and the detailed work at the end.

He has requested that I find him additional kits to complete, as he really enjoyed that one.

The only thing I would change is asking him to use one of our disposable tablecloths or an old crafting tablecloth to contain the dust from the sanding.

“It was very fun and unique. It was fairly easy, though I learned to be a little more careful after I accidentally snapped one leg off while filing it down.”

Conclusions

Overall, I think this was a great kit that contains everything you need to complete the project (always a plus in my book). It builds artistic carving skills, as well as patience and perseverance. It can also strengthen fine motor skills.

The kit is recommended for ages 8-99 and I think that is a good guideline. You need the person completing the kit to have good fine motor skills and to be able to work carefully with the tools. A younger child may be able to complete the kit for more assistance.

Visit Timberdoodle today to learn more, purchase your Sea Turtle Soapstone kit, and explore the other soapstone kits they offer.

FAQs

What ages is this kit for?

The company recommends ages 8-99, which suits the skill and dexterity required.

How Many Projects?

This kit includes one project.

Does the kit require reading?

Ideally, the student should be able to read the instructions, but there are also video instructions or someone could read the instructions for the student. There are also detailed pictures included.