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Polymer clay is amodelling clay made from PVC plastic. It has the particularity to harden, to be waterproof and not breakable after cooking in the oven or by drying in the open air. It can be used to make smallpersonalized decorative objects, but alsocostume jewelry. There are many brands of polymer clay such asFimo clay, Sculpey clay,Cernit clay, and many others ... each with an infinite number of colors and effects.
As with anycreative hobby, we hesitate to launch in polymer when we are beginners in the world of DIY. When it comes to making your first creation, the same questions come up. We wonderwhich polymer clay to chooseorwhat is the difference between Fimo clay and polymer clay... Nothing insurmountable! In our technical sheets, we give youtips and tricks for successful polymer clay creations!
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Discovertechnical tips: how to make canes, marbled or pearly effects, how to make cabochons and swirl beads, or how to make your own mould.
And alsopractical advice: how to store your Fimo clay, how to ensure a good cooking of your polymer clay or how to clean your polymer clay machine, how to use a skillscreen ...
All that remains is to choose your polymer to start, without forgetting all theessential toolsto model, to sand, to polish, to hollow out, to cut, to sculpt, to mould, to colour...
How to use polymer clay?
After taking a piece of polymer clay, knead it to make it soft and easy to work with. When your dough is softened, it's time to start creating by hand or with a machine. Once your project is finished, it's time to bake in a traditional oven. When your creations are baked, let them cool before sanding, polishing, painting or varnishing them.
Polymer clay is a fun and enjoyable manual activity that appeals to young and old alike.
What can you make with Fimo clay? Fashion jewellery (necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings, etc.) and various useful or decorative objects, such as a mobile, figurines, a key ring, a jewellery holder or tea bag holders. Practice by picking up ideas from ourtutorials.
The possibilities are numerous,don't hesitate to show your creations on ourFacebook page or onInstagram with the #perlesandco.
