This blog post addresses common questions about polymer clay, a versatile crafting material. It explains what polymer clay is made of, how to bake it, how to mix colors, alternative curing methods, and safety precautions. The post encourages readers to explore the world of polymer clay with confidence and creativity.
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How to Prepare Wood Surfaces for Polymer Clay Projects
This guide provides a step-by-step process for preparing wood surfaces for polymer clay. Choose untreated wood, sand it lightly, clean the surface, and prime it with liquid clay adhesive. Condition and apply the polymer clay, add texture, bake, and finish as desired. Following these steps will result in durable and visually appealing creations.
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Make a Cute Fennec Fox
Today I’ve put together a beginner level tutorial for a fennec fox. I made him a little larger than previous figurines because I remembered that it sometimes is easier for beginners, especially young children to work with larger amounts of clay. Working in smaller detail takes practice and I don’t want anyone to get frustratedContinue reading “Make a Cute Fennec Fox”
Top 5 Ways to Color Polymer Clay
Polymer clay comes in many different colors, however using different coloring techniques can enhance solid color clay and create interesting effects that will make your polymer clay project really stand out from the rest. I have created a video on my channel that demonstrates the top 5 ways to color polymer clay. If you areContinue reading “Top 5 Ways to Color Polymer Clay”
My Top 5 Texturing Tools
Today’s video discusses my favorite texturing tools and how they are utilized to create depth and texture in polymer clay. They include household items as well as tools that can be purchased online or at your local craft store. Tomorrow I will demonstrate techniques to color your clay to enhance your texturing effects.
New Alpaca Tutorial
I am uploading my latest beginner level polymer clay tutorial to the LiliPolyClay channel right now. The only tool you will need is a toothpick! And for materials just an ounce of solid color clay a pinch of a second color and a little bit of black for the eyes. In the video I shareContinue reading “New Alpaca Tutorial”
Happy Birthday Dad
Today is my father’s birthday and for him I created this Jolly Green Giant statue. A Flight Engineer in Vietnam, he was one of the first to use the long-range special operations and combat search and rescue (CSAR) helicopter for the United States Air Force. Also known as the Jolly Green Giant. Pa was awarded The Silver Star and The Distinguished FlyingContinue reading “Happy Birthday Dad”
It’s raining cats and dogs
I’ve been very busy this week making custom pet figures. Finished these four cuties early this morning. Today I’ve spent most of the morning updating my website in order to sell directly and make reaching out through social media easier. Contemplating whether I want to live stream again, either through Twitch or maybe YouTube Live.Continue reading “It’s raining cats and dogs”
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