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Ask Ginger: Baking Kato over Premo
[Ask Ginger] What temperature should you use when curing Kato Polyclay over Premo polymer clay? The baking temperatures are different.
Why do we condition polymer clay?
Contrary to what you have probably heard repeated by others, the reason we need to condition polymer clay before use has nothing to do with strength. (If your polymer clay
Great Polymer Clay Studios to Love
When working with polymer clay, it’s wonderful to have your own dedicated workspace. For many, it’s the corner of a bedroom or dining room. Others have dedicated rooms or even
Ask Ginger: How to drill holes in resin on polymer clay
[Ask Ginger] How can I make holes in resin-covered polymer clay without cracking the resin? What tool should I use?
Ask Ginger: Sealing Metal Leaf
[Ask Ginger] Metal leaf adds a golden sparkle to your polymer clay creations. Do you need to seal it? With what? Learn more about using this fun and versatile material.
Ask Ginger: What is a texture sponge?
[Ask Ginger] I’ve seen a sheet of sponge used to apply texture to the surface of unbaked polymer clay. What is that and why is it used?
Interview with Polymer Week and Lucy Struncova
You might remember Lucy Struncova, who is the Lucy behind Lucy Clay Tools (of Czextruder fame). She was a child (just eleven) when she started Lucy Tools with her father.
Polymer Clay Studio Overhaul
I recently overhauled my studio from thrifted chic to a beautiful and functional working polymer clay studio. See the before and after pictures and see how it was transformed.
Lifting polymer pieces from your work surface
How do you lift your polymer clay shapes from the work surface without having them disort?
Polymer Clay Sealers, Glazes, and Varnishes
There is so much confusion out there about polymer clay sealers, glazes, and varnishes. Are they necessary? Which one should you choose?
How flexible should polymer clay be?
How flexible should polymer clay be after baking? Learn how soft it should be and how much you should be able to flex it when it’s properly baked.
Ask Ginger: How to make polymer clay heavier
[Ask Ginger] I feel that polymer clay is too lightweight, especially for jewelry, making it feel cheap. How can I make it heavier?
Can you mix polymer clay brands?
Which brands of polymer clay can be mixed together? And is there a duplicate mixture to make Sculpey Souffle?
Color and polymer clay: What nobody tells you
[Patron-Supported Content] Here is a compilation of 14 articles, each one about polymer clay and color. If you’ve struggled with color, these posts are a must-read. (Plus they’re fun.)
About metals for polymer clay earrings
A few years ago, I noticed that wearing earrings annoyed me. I’d start to get grumpy and annoyed, fiddling with them and pulling on them. Soon, I’d take them off
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