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Want to learn how to Sand and Buff? How to make faux glass with translucent? Use powders to your advantage? These popular tutorials cover every angle. Learn a new skill! You can find all the tutorials here.
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Tools and Materials I Use in my Studio
In order to best advise my readers on good tools, materials, and supplies (and how to use them), I explore a lot of different products. Most I buy myself, some
Czextruder Review – Polymer Clay Extruder
Read this Czextruder review to learn about the updated 2018 HD model of the Czextruder polymer clay extruder and the new magnetic LC Base.
Mica Powder vs. Pigment Powder – What is the difference?
Mica powder and pigment powder are not the same thing. They behave differently and when you’re working with polymer clay or other crafts, it matters.
Using Resin with Polymer Clay
Learn about using resin with polymer clay. Learn the difference between UV resin and epoxy resin and end the confusion over using these great materials.
What is Polymer Clay?
What is polymer clay? It’s a vinyl modeling putty that stays soft indefinitely and then is cured in a home oven. It can be painted, sanded, carved, and polished after curing. Read more…
Get Started with Polymer Clay
Are you ready to get started with polymer clay but don’t yet know how? Learn what kind of clay to use, what tools you’ll need, and where to go for help. Read more…
Pearl Ex Color Chart and Comparison Tool
There are two things on this page. First is a free, downloadable, printable Pearl Ex Color Chart. Second is an interactive Pearl Ex Comparison Tool where you can select any
Crafting Your Online Presence
What does Google say about you and your business? If someone were to search for you or the name of your business, would they be able to find you and
Making sense of Parchment Paper, Plastic Wrap, and Deli Sheets
Parchment paper is often recommended for use with polymer clay, as are deli sheets. Why? What is the difference? And where can you buy these materials? Are their any alternatives to try?
Controlling the Three O’s
It started to get worse just before the last US election, and it’s been building up to a feverish pitch. It’s a bad case of the three O’s. What are
Helmar Spray Varnish for Polymer Clay
Have you been searching for a spray varnish for polymer clay? Most will remain sticky, but here’s one that gives a perfectly invisible matte finish.
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