Tools and Organizers

When it comes to scale modeling, painting wargaming miniatures, or other small crafts, having the right tools for the job is essential. Cutting tools, mini drills, tweezers, glues and adhesives, weathering powders and other pigments, and other hobby assembly tools can make all the difference in getting a high-quality finish on your project.

Staying organized is also a key part of keeping your work area clean and tidy, so you can focus on the task at hand. There are a variety of ways to organize your tools and materials, depending on your preferences. Take a deeper dive into these articles to find out more about the best assembly tools and organizers for your needs.

Four E’s Scientific Vortex Model Paint Mixer (Best Practice and Review)

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Are you looking for a vortex model paint mixer? Vortex model paint mixers are a specialized tool for miniature and modeling hobbyists. Are vortex mixers worth it for miniature painting? Vortex mixers have some major advantages for scale modelers, miniature painters, and artists. Vortex mixers, or vortexers are simple devices that transfer energy from a

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How to Make a Wet Palette for Miniature Painting (Tutorial)

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A wet palette is a device that keeps your acrylic model paint “wet” for a near-indefinite amount of time. Just add water to the sponge material in a wet palette, and your paints won’t dry out, ever. A potential limitation with using a wet palette over a long period of time is mold and bacterial

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10 Hot Wire Foam Cutters for Foam Terrain That Are Worth Buying (2026)

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Are you looking to make your own wargaming or scale model terrain features? The first time I tried cutting foam with a utility knife, I made a blizzard. Static-charged beads stuck to my sleeves, my desk, and somehow my coffee cup. A hot wire cutter changed the whole experience. The cut is quiet, the mess

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Top 10 Recommended Model Paint Mixers and Shakers (2026)

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Are you looking for a model paint mixer machine? Some of the best model paint shakers and mixers are simple devices with light-duty motors. Others are more powerful, industrial sized mixers. If you’re looking for help to shake up your Army Painter dropper bottles, Citadel pots, or other brands of highly-pigmented model paints, check out

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