[NFB-Krafters-Korner] pollymer clay

[Jolene Nemeth]

i saw hobby lobby has their own brand of polymer clay but i still
stick with sculpey and fimo. not too sure about other brands. i love
all the colors. i also try not to work too large with polymer. for
larger projects i use daads air dry clay

On 12/14/23, ReNae Anderson via NFB-Krafters-Korner
<nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> I use polymer clay all the time.  I find it easier than air dry clay, as
> you
> don't have to paint it.
>
> Polymer clay comes in so many colors, matte or gloss, sparkly, metallic and
> so much more.  The kits generally come with tools to cut with.  I often use
> silicon molds or free design my creations.  Don't bake the clay in the
> silicon molds, though.  I just find these molds to be easy to remove the
> clay.
>
> When placing two or more different colors on one project, I use my
> fingernail, or you may use a tool, then gently blend the colors where they
> join.  This will assist the clay to adhere to itself, as  separate parts
> may
> disconnect if they are not slightly blended at the edge to stay in place.
>
> If you are wanting any findings, such as small hooks to place a chain or
> string through afterwards, this needs to be added prior to baking the clay.
> FIMO and Sculpty are the main brands of polymer clay and their directions
> are similar, but double check for the directions.  I never bake my
> creations
> for more than about 15 minutes or so.  IT really depends on the size of
> your
> project.
>
> I have a small baking sheet that is strictly for polymer clay.  I usually
> create on a clean surface, as the chemicals don't release until they are
> baked. Any left over clay is kept in a Ziploc  bag or small sealed
> container.  You don't want the clay to dry out and no longer become
> pliable.
>
>
> Once removed from the oven, they are extremely hot and you won't want to
> touch them until they are completely cooled.  If any parts have fallen off
> during the baking time, use clear glue to fasten it back on.
>
> I hope this helps.
>
> ReNae
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: NFB-Krafters-Korner <nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org> On
> Behalf
> Of Linda c. Knight via NFB-Krafters-Korner
> Sent: Thursday, December 14, 2023 6:35 AM
> To: 'List for blind crafters and artists' <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Linda c. Knight <lcknight18 at gmail.com>
> Subject: [NFB-Krafters-Korner] pollymer clay
>
>
>
> Hi all,
>
> Has anyone on here had experience with polymer clay?
>
> I use to do ceramics but can't do that now as I'm sure it's a bit
> expensive-so am thinking of doing the polymer clay and making small things.
>
> Thanks very much.
>
>
>
> Linda C. Knight
> With GDF Guide Dog Ben.
>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> NFB-Krafters-Korner mailing list
> NFB-Krafters-Korner at nfbnet.org
> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfb-krafters-korner_nfbnet.org
> Group Website:  http://www.krafterskorner.org Facebook page:
> https://www.facebook.com/pages/NFB-Krafters-Division/269246643109571
> Krafters-Korner Blog http://krafterskorner.org/ "Follow NFB Krafters Korner
> on Twitter: Our Handle is @craftingblind Don't have a Twitter account? You
> can still follow Krafters Korner on Twitter. Go to:
> Twitter.com/craftingblind To unsubscribe, change your list options or get
> your account info for NFB-Krafters-Korner:
> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/nfb-krafters-korner_nfbnet.org/mother27dra
> gon%40gmail.com
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> NFB-Krafters-Korner mailing list
> NFB-Krafters-Korner at nfbnet.org
> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfb-krafters-korner_nfbnet.org
> Group Website:  http://www.krafterskorner.org
> Facebook page:
> https://www.facebook.com/pages/NFB-Krafters-Division/269246643109571
> Krafters-Korner Blog http://krafterskorner.org/
> "Follow NFB Krafters Korner on Twitter: Our Handle is @craftingblind
> Don't have a Twitter account? You can still follow Krafters Korner on
> Twitter. Go to: Twitter.com/craftingblind
> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
> NFB-Krafters-Korner:
> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/nfb-krafters-korner_nfbnet.org/radar500%40gmail.com
>