Pastel Shaper – Sharpener for Pastel Sticks and Pastel Pencils

Pastel Shaper: pastel sharpener with lid and pigment container

The Pastel Shaper is a sharpener for pastel pencils and pastel sticks, which you can use to shape any point or form you like. It fits pastel pencils of all sizes. With a fine point you draw lines and details; with a different shape you lay in soft areas of colour.

The sharpener has a built-in container, so your workspace stays clean. The lid closes securely. This means you can take the sharpener to the studio, to art class or on your travels without pigment spilling out.

How to sharpen pastel pencils

Pastel is soft and breaks easily, so apply only light pressure when sharpening. For fine lines and details, shape a slim point. For broader strokes and soft areas, leave the end blunter or shape it as needed. After sharpening, close the lid so that nothing gets lost.

Reusing the pigment

Whatever is produced when sharpening collects in the container. You can use this pigment for large areas of colour or for backgrounds, applying it with your fingers or a pastel brush. That way nothing is wasted from your pastels.

Pastel Shaper product details

• Product type: sharpener for pastel pencils and pastel sticks
• Suitable for pastel pencils of all sizes
• Shapes points and individual forms
• With lid, can be closed securely
• Built-in container for pastel pigment

You will also need: pastel pencils or pastel sticks to sharpen; optionally a pastel brush for the collected pigment.