Resources for safer knife-play
Knife-play is a form of edge play rooted in sensation, tension, and trust.
It can be beautiful, charged, and intimate; but only when practiced with clarity, preparation, and care.
These resources are here to help you approach knife-play deliberately. Whether you’re just starting or refining a long-held practice, you’ll find guidance below designed to centre safety, psychological depth, and ethical control.
The Art of Knifeplay
The Art of Knife Play by Sarah Newbold, Licensed Kink Therapist
Everything on this site is the introduction.
The book is the full education.
What's inside:
✓ Comprehensive safety protocols for every level
✓ Psychological foundations of fear, trust & intensity
✓ Scene planning frameworks you can actually use
✓ Anatomy guidance: what to avoid and why
✓ Negotiation and communication scripts
✓ Aftercare practices for intense edge play
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Essential Tools & Safety Equipment for Knifeplay
Trauma First Aid Kit
Cold Steel Rubber Recon Tanto
Bleed Stop
Cold Steel Rubber Training Leatherneck SF Knife
GD IRON GRIP Grip Strength Trainer
The Anatomy Coloring Book
Nitrile Gloves
Govee Gaming Light Bars Pro
Non-adhering dressing
Trail Guide to the Body
Cold Steel Rubber Training, Spear Head, Clam Package
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**Liability Disclaimer**
Knife play carries inherent risks of serious injury or death. The information and product recommendations on this site are for educational purposes only and do not constitute professional advice. I am not liable for injuries, accidents, or consequences arising from use of information or products on this site. You participate at your own risk and are solely responsible for safety, consent, and compliance with applicable laws.
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Free Guides from the Progressive Kink Series
An Introduction to Edge Play
Foundations of communication, consent, and controlled intensity.
Psychological Edge Play Explored
Understanding fear, arousal, power, and control — and how they intersect in knife play.
All resources are free to download. They’re written for curious, responsible adults who want to explore knife play with intention and care.