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Polymer Clay: How to Get Started
begin making polymer clay ornaments by gathering a few items — all you will need is some polymer clay in various colors, a rolling pin, cookie cutters, sculpting tools and an oven to bake the clay. To start, knead the clay until warmed and nicely pliable. Then roll it into a flat sheet with the rolling pin. You can use cookie cutters to create different shapes, or sculpting tools to make the clay into fun, 3D creations.
Making Cool Stuff with Polymer Clay
If you know the basics of working with polymer clay, you are ready to begin creating some awesome designs. You can blend different colors of clay to make fun patterns. Pile in the different hues, one on top of the next, or mix them together to create a marbled pattern. You can also use sculpting tools to make details like textures, lines and shapes in your decorations.
Preserving Your Polymer Clay Ornaments
After you complete your polymer 12-24-36 Colors of Ultra-light Clay decorations, you’ll want them to last, right? To make this happen, the clay needs to be cooked in an oven as per the package instructions. Once the clay has been baked, it becomes solid and hard. Once the clay dries, you can take a clear varnish to it after it cools to prevent damage from scratches and fading.
Using Paints And Markers To Add Color
To add some color to your polymer Clay decorations and make them even more special, paint it in with paints and markers. Decorate Your Creation Make your creation stand out with bright colors and fine details using acrylic paints. You can also draw designs on the clay with markers. Just be sure to let the paint dry sufficiently before touching or displaying your decorations.
Cool Projects to Create Using Polymer Clay
Want some awesome inspiration for your next Polymer Clay project? Here are a couple to get you going. Make it personal: You can form the clay into letters or initials to create custom keychains. Use sculpting tools to add detail and movement, and form cute animal characters from the clay in a variety of poses. Another cute thing is to make mini foods charms like cupcakes, donuts, or hamburgers.