Polymer Clay
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Cleaning Polymer Clay – Tipping Tuesday .008
Polymer clay picks up dust and particles really easy, so it’s good to have some cleaning options. Preparation is the key to minimize the need for cleaning polymer clay! Before I start sculpting, I make sure my work surface is dust free and my hands are clean. I wipe the surface with wet baby wipes…
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Varnishing Polymer Clay – Tipping Tuesday .005
At the start of their crafting journey, a lot of people wonder whether varnishing polymer clay is necessary. The short answer is no! However, there are times when it is beneficial. Polymer Clay Doesn’t Need Varnish Polymer clay hardens into a porous plastic when baked. As is, without any paint, it is safe to keep…
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Keeping Polymer Clay Dust Free – Tipping Tuesday .004
Have you ever tried keeping polymer clay dust free? The light colors of polymer clay, especially white, are notoriously difficult to keep dust free. If you find it nearly impossible, don’t be too hard on yourself. It happens to everyone! Here’s how I deal with it. First of all, keep your workplace clean. I wipe…
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Polymer Clay Baking – Tipping Tuesday .003
Let’s talk about polymer clay baking! First of all, always follow instructions on the packaging. Polymer clay can burn if the temperature is too high. This will appear as darkened and blackened area at the thinnest parts. At this point, polymer clay starts to emit toxic gases, so it’s advisable to not exceed the recommended…
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Cleaning Polymer Clay – Tipping Tuesday .008
Polymer clay picks up dust and particles really easy, so it’s good to have some cleaning options. Preparation is the key to minimize the need for cleaning polymer clay! Before I start sculpting, I make sure my work surface is dust free and my hands are clean. I wipe the surface with wet baby wipes…
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Varnishing Polymer Clay – Tipping Tuesday .005
At the start of their crafting journey, a lot of people wonder whether varnishing polymer clay is necessary. The short answer is no! However, there are times when it is beneficial. Polymer Clay Doesn’t Need Varnish Polymer clay hardens into a porous plastic when baked. As is, without any paint, it is safe to keep…
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Keeping Polymer Clay Dust Free – Tipping Tuesday .004
Have you ever tried keeping polymer clay dust free? The light colors of polymer clay, especially white, are notoriously difficult to keep dust free. If you find it nearly impossible, don’t be too hard on yourself. It happens to everyone! Here’s how I deal with it. First of all, keep your workplace clean. I wipe…
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Polymer Clay Baking – Tipping Tuesday .003
Let’s talk about polymer clay baking! First of all, always follow instructions on the packaging. Polymer clay can burn if the temperature is too high. This will appear as darkened and blackened area at the thinnest parts. At this point, polymer clay starts to emit toxic gases, so it’s advisable to not exceed the recommended…