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Mold Releases for Polymer Clay

Cornstarch, water, and Armor-All are great mold releases for polymer clay. However, there are a few things to consider when deciding which one to use.

Resin Alternatives on Polymer Clay

In recent years, it’s become very popular to make polymer clay pieces glossy by adding a layer of resin. Often seen on polymer clay earrings, a thick coating of resin

Cernit Sparkling mica powders in bottles and on polymer clay.

Cernit Sparkling Review

Cernit Sparkling are a line of mica powders produced by the same company that makes Cernit Polymer Clay. Find out what makes these mica powders unique in my review here.

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Special Effects in Mica Powder

Mica powder can be pearlescent or metallic, but there are special effects mica powders that allow duo, interference, or color shifting looks.

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