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Tips and tricks for learning polymer

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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How do you drill holes in polymer clay beads without deforming them?
How do you drill holes in polymer clay beads without deforming them?
Pauline Perles Co
30/07/2026
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Polymer Clay Guide - Fimo, Sculpey, Cernit...: Which One Is Best?
Polymer Clay Guide - Fimo, Sculpey, Cernit...: Which One Is Best?
Pauline Perles Co
24/04/2026
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How to ensure proper polymer clay firing?
How to ensure proper polymer clay firing?
Pauline Perles Co
13/04/2026
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How to store its Fimo paste and other polymeric pastes?
How to store its Fimo paste and other polymeric pastes?
Perles & Co
03/02/2026
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How to soften a too hard dough ?
How to soften a too hard dough ?
Perles & Co
02/01/2026
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Self-hardening clay VS polymer clay: which to choose?
Self-hardening clay VS polymer clay: which to choose?
Pauline Perles Co
14/11/2025
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Jesmonite calculator: how to get the right quantities?
Jesmonite calculator: how to get the right quantities?
Pauline Perles Co
10/10/2025
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How to cook the Fimo paste?
How to cook the Fimo paste?
Pauline Perles Co
29/09/2025
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Jesmonite for beginners
Jesmonite for beginners
Pauline Perles Co
19/09/2025
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Colouring Jesmonite: pigment guide
Colouring Jesmonite: pigment guide
Pauline Perles Co
10/09/2025
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Learn how to create a white marble effect in polymer
Perles & Co
19/12/2022
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Polymer clay curved beads bracelet
Polymer clay curved beads bracelet
Karine Barrera
25/11/2021
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How to make a Swirl bead in polymer clay?
How to make a Swirl bead in polymer clay?
Perles & Co
16/08/2021
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Learn how to create a black marble effect in polymer
Learn how to create a black marble effect in polymer
Perles & Co
30/06/2021
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Product Test: How to use Liquid Sculpey Paste?
Perles & Co
28/04/2021
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The polishing drum: how to use it to polish polymer clay parts?
Perles & Co
16/04/2021
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Essential equipment for the polymer clay beginner
Essential equipment for the polymer clay beginner
Perles & Co
22/03/2021
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Using a transfer on polymer clay creations
Using a transfer on polymer clay creations
Perles & Co
04/03/2021
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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.

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