Was NOT prepared for the nostalgia attack of the Carol Duvoll show. I use to watch that show with my mom all the time! Although my mom would always fast forward the polymer clay sections because we "will never get into this." Fast forward 15 years and I am :D

@DeerheartStudioArts

5 жыл бұрын

it did not sound like an attack to me. Please!

Thank you, Cindy! I love your teaching style, so thorough and clear.

I just starting with polymer clay and I love it, thank you so much for these tips and inf.

Oh my, carol Duvall 👏🏻🙌🏻💗💜💙 her shows are my first memories of polymer clay. I learned so much sewing advice from her and I'm under 30!

So glad to see your first efforts. I'm just starting in polymer clay, but have been a spinner for a long, long time. I encourage newby spinners to keep a sample of their first yarn, and I'm trying to do the same with my polymer clay efforts. It lets you see how far you've come and sometimes can give you fresh enthusiasm.

thank you so much for this great video and advice on the tools I need or don't need right away at least.I too especially love the card trick, baking hints.Your a great instructor Cindy!

Out of all your videos this is my absolute favorite. I wish I would have seen this when I first started. I would have put more of my money into your paid videos first before trying to buy so much of the supplies. Now that I have a great deal of the supplies, I'll be buying more of your great paid videos. You are so amazing Cindy and a great instructor; you really make learning fun. Thank you!

@PolymerClayTutor

8 жыл бұрын

+Kimberly Huff Thank you!

Great video, very well explained.

Thank you so so much. The cards. Thats amazing. Each pay I get some more things. Im super excited about polymer. I did my first back todau and did smile to myself thinking. Ill laugh at these in the future but for now. Im proud as punch

Thank you for all your helpful hints for the beginners cause I'm thinking of getting into it. So thanks again

Carol Duval was my favorite crafter back in the day, gosh she had such a great program. Thank you for this video it was very informative to a novice clay crafter!

Thank you so much for sharing your talents. Tempted to try clay now.

Thank you. I am a real newbie and found your advice so useful!

Thank you for this informative content! I will definitely watch more of your channel for techniques, tips and inspiration. Thx!

Thanks for making this very helpful video! I'm a newbie to polymer clay, I'm wrapping the 'handle' of my crochet hooks with it. I appreciate your tutorial videos!

Me too Kimberly Huff. however I just starting so I lucky I thinking. So much to learn. too much bad info out there, so this a blessing !!

Awesome ideas. . Thanks for sharing

Thank you for sharing this important information with us

I'm a beginner and i am watching tons of videos it can get overwhelming so this helped for you to go over the basics of what is needed. Will watch more of your videos. Thanx

To roll a piece out with an even thickness, I find popsicle sticks on either side very useful too. They have the various sizes ones at craft stores and maybe even walmart.

@PolymerClayTutor

4 жыл бұрын

That is an excellent tip Janee!

@sage9836

2 жыл бұрын

I saw a video about using stacks of cards from a card deck.

Very helpful! Thank you!

You brought back such great memories with Carol Duvall and Donna Kato. That’s what started me in polymer clay too. Great video. I’m not a beginner and have tons of tools but still enjoyed this a lot. I totally agree with your choice of tools. My number one NEED is my electric pasta machine. Quite literally couldn’t work without it!

I enjoy the video.Thank you for sharing with us.

I am a beginner! Just going to start out. This is very useful for me. Thank you!

Great video.Thanks for the helpful tips!

this was really helpful, thank you!!

Great video I want to start so I’m learning

First time on your site, wanted to let you know I enjoyed spending the time with you and learning from you. Thank You! ❤❤❤

the cards are a great idea thanks!

thank you so much!!!!!!!! i am wondering whether i should get a pasta machine, but i love your idea of using the cards!!!!!

Thank you very much. I am just about to embark using Polymer Clay and have a list as long as my arm. Your video will save me hours of frustration. My wife will also thank you when she sees I am not going to have to take over another room with gear. I will look out your other videos in the hope that I will learn rapidly. I was particularly impressed with the sculpting tools and the baking cover - cheers John

@PolymerClayTutor

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you John for the kind words. I appreciate that! We have tons of videos that should help. Especially the baking videos. Baking is one of the things that trips up most people. I also have a Facebook LIVE Q&A Broadcast every week on Wednesday's at 11AM Pacific if you want to take part in that. Here's our link to our Facebook Page: facebook.com/polymerclay Take care and enjoy the ride!

Excellent video. I'm new and this is very helpful!

You may have addressed this before, but I just wanted to add a tool that I have found works great for me. When I first started sculpting, I didn't have any shaping tools,and was on a budget. So I started making my own out of anything I could find. I stumbled upon knitting needles (my wife's failed hobby attempt). I had many to choose from. I found that I can make just about any tool needed, using a metal knitting needle, a file, sandpaper and pliers. I file the tips to make straight edges, which files easily because most needles are aluminum. Once I like the edge, I sand it smooth. If I need a tool with a curve I bend it with the pliers. This is a good cheap way of making a tool on the fly. Knitting needles come in so many thicknesses, that I really can get what I want. I'm constantly thinking up a new tool that I could use, so I pause my sculpture, make whatever tool I need, and then just start again. It's something I can't work without.

@SmilyLily1996

7 жыл бұрын

I also have a few tiny tools made from wire. Like loops and stuff are wonderful. And you can use any wire that doesn't have a coating on it. Florist's wire for example is often cheap and the one without a plastic coating is great for such things.

Thank you for these tips! I have been so nervous about baking my clay, primarily because the few pieces I have baked have come out looking slightly burned. I am definitely going to try out using the paper and foil cover to keep my pieces safe! Sanding my clay once baked is another worry I have, but I'm going to keep browsing through your videos bc I'm sure you have a tutorial on that somewhere. Thank you so much, I absolutely love your channel! :)

@PolymerClayTutor

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words! Yes there are tons of baking and sanding videos in our channel that will be very helpful. So go ahead and binge watch the videos! 🙂

Thank you

Cindy, Thanks for all of your wonderful videos. They are extremely helpful. I am a beginner and I have a lot of baked clay that look awful. Is there anything that I can do with theses pieces besides recycling them?

THE BEST OF THE BEST TEACHERS ON HER POLYMER SUBJECT BUT ALSO SHE IS THE BEST ON ANY SUBJECT THAT SHE MAY WANT TO DO LATER. IT IS A GIFT TO KNOW HOW TO CONNECT WITH YOU AUDIENCE AND THIS LADY COMES ON TOP WITH THE GIFT OF TEACHING, CALM ,PRECISE AND TO THE POINT WITHOUT MISSING ANYTNING TO HELP AND MOTIVATE DID SHE SAY IAM APROFESSIONAL POLYMER CLAY TUTOR? 5 STAR TO YOU MY DEAR .BRAVO!!!

@PolymerClayTutor

Жыл бұрын

My goodness, George, what a kind thing to say! Thank you so much, I am happy to hear you are getting such great value out of the videos!

wow so cool and thanks for your sharing with us😄😄

So impressed with your work. If I could be half as talented as you are, I'd be delighted. I'm a beginner and I can't wait to start making enchanted things. Thank you. Your channel will help me a lot...I hope. LOL 😆

Great video, very informative . Thanks

@PolymerClayTutor

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for popping by! 💖

I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS!!!!

Thank you for this

This was wonderful! Great job. I was planning to build a chess set w my Father years ago and just came across the Bishop piece I had made w Sculpy. Really cool druid/robey looking piece. I've decided to continue the project and your video was really helpful. Thank you.

@PolymerClayTutor

10 ай бұрын

I love the idea of you building a chess set in a druid/robey style! Please use a stronger clay than Sculpey III though, so that it doesn't break. Use Premo, Souffle, Fimo, Kato, Cernit or Cosclay. They are much more durable options. Have fun!

Awe, Carol Duval, love, love, love her.❤️

Great information. Thanks. I'm new.

Thanks for this very helpful video! Do you recommend using a silicone lining sheet on top of cooking sheet if I already have one, and then covering it with the upside down foil pan? Thanks!

I saw holes poked in the sides of your aluminum pans...is this necessary? Thanks!

Hi 👋 I'm new here and have subscribed to your channel today! Wow I can't wait to get started with this new craft I'm going to start. You are the best channel iv found with so much information for a beginner and not knowing what tools I need. Iv tried some clay moulding but my short nails still get in the way and dent my clay! So thank you so much for sharing your amazing knowledge with us all. I really looking forward to seeing all your other videos now. God bless you abundantly in all things and much love from me too! 🙏 ♥️😘🤗🥰

@PolymerClayTutor

2 жыл бұрын

Wow Nikkie thank you so much for the kind words! It means so much to me when people take the time out of their busy day, to share a kind message of gratitude. I hope you enjoy your polymer clay journey as much as I have. Have fun!

Your amazing thank you for your insight . I have watched a few videos and the advice is so different,so thank you

@PolymerClayTutor

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jen I appreciate you coming in and saying that! 💖

@jencrossley9239

4 жыл бұрын

@@PolymerClayTutor so much different advice out there its a bit overwhelming x

Wonderful wow you are so informative. Thank you for sharing. Kathy from Cali.😎

@PolymerClayTutor

11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind comment! Happy to help!

I love this video, it makes me want to start working with palymer clay. Did anyone else see the bug crawling on the foli with holes at 6:32

@junmingyin5413

3 жыл бұрын

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@530jesshy

3 жыл бұрын

@@junmingyin5413 ok

@junmingyin5413

3 жыл бұрын

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@530jesshy

3 жыл бұрын

@@junmingyin5413 no thank you

@choccycat_

3 жыл бұрын

@@530jesshy lmao

WOW thank you so much for your prompt reply and with the good news. You just saved me a bundle after thinking that I need to buy a counter top convection oven. My kitchen oven is a convection oven and I don't mind going to the trouble of cleaning the walls after use. I am currently using Premo clay which I think is a North American product. Thank you again for returning my question. I am having sooooo much fun. I have painted an 8' seascape and am adding to the drama by adding a very detailed sculpted heron in the foreground taking off from a piece of real driftwood.

@PolymerClayTutor

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Your piece sounds wonderful! Premo is a great brand by the way. I would suggest you watch as many of my baking videos as you can, so you find the success you want for your project. Baking is the trickiest part of polymer clay.

@judiwild243

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I will. @@PolymerClayTutor

Nice video for us beginners. I have many of these tools because I do gumpaste cake toppers. Wonder if you'd do a video on surface effects on clay. I'm assuming I can use many of the items I have that I use on my gumpaste, but wondering if the surface effects would be the same? I love the look of leather, but try as I may, I haven't been able to create the look on my gumpaste. I notice there are sooooooooooooo many special effects clay like leather, glitter, sparkle, etc. Just wondering is these are worth investing in????

Hello, I’m just starting out. I would love to know how you drill your polymer clay? Do you make the hole once it’s baked or raw?

thanks for this videos:)

Great video Cindy as alway I do have a question though. I love to make pendants and I am always forgetting to finish up the back sides of them. I think we are so focused on the fronts we forget about finishing them up. I am not sure if you have a video on that or how many ways there would be to finish up the back sides of things. Just and idea I always like these and come back often to re watch them.

@PolymerClayTutor

8 жыл бұрын

Good idea Linda!

love it

Thanks for the video....it was really helpful...can you please help how do we stick the polymer clay model to mug.... What glue to use ...need more information about it

Nice sharing beautiful

Hello, I appreciate that you're sharing your knowledge, I have a question: I am going to learn polymer clay mainly on mugs, Is it still wanted?

Excellent! A+++

Great video! I just watched the one about air bubbles and you said two pieces of tile sandwiched - Would you stlll put the tile sandwich inside of the trays with the aluminum pan lid / tent? Or do you just pop the tiles straight in the oven?

@PolymerClayTutor

5 жыл бұрын

Hi there, great question! Since the clay is protected from the direct heat from underneath and above, there is no need to put your "tile sandwich" inside a pan with a tent over it. You can pop it straight into the oven.

Thank u so much for these tips and info. I'm just starting with polymer clay and I love it! I am now a new subscriber, I am so glad I found ur channel! I think u are great at instructing with clay, I'm enjoying ur videos very very much! So thank u so much 4 the help! I'm sure gonna take all ur tips and advice to heart, u seem to really know what u r doing, I mean u are a pro, but I love how u explain everything really well so thank u! Which polymer clay brands are ur favorite to use and what do u like most about those brands and which do u think is the best, in your opinion?

@PolymerClayTutor

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Amanda for the very kind words! As far as favorite brands, I Love Premo, Souffle and Cernit. But Kato Polyclay, Fimo, Pardo, PVClay and Beesputty are all brands that are excellent as well. I'd suggest you watch all the review videos I have done and pick a few to try yourself and see which ones you like working with the most.

@amandahill7540

5 жыл бұрын

PolymerClayTutor thanks for the advice, I will try that. I just ordered my first set of colors from premo cuz I've been working with the sculpey grey oven bake polymer I think it's just the original sculpey and I really like it but I needed colors bad. I only had grey so I'm super excited to work with some colors so I don't have to paint everything after its done. Thanks so much 4 the guidance, I really appreciate it😆

Could you use parchment paper or a silicone baking sheet when you bake your polymer clay in the oven?

I dont have a regular oven, just a convection microwave. Do you know if that would work for baking the clay?

Hi Cindy, I love all your tutorials and the simple way you always teach, thanks! I noticed that you made some tiny holes or perforations by the side of your tin foils (the ones that you cover your pieces when baking) is that necessary or optional? do holes improve the baking? can you enlight me? gracias & big hug!!!

@SmilyLily1996

7 жыл бұрын

I'm guessing it's for air circulation. I use a aluminium foil myself shaped into a little tent. My oven is just so tiny that this is the best version. I have this tent shaped to have lots of open space for circulation.

Hi Cindy. This is a great tutorial for a beginner, I was thinking of having a go at a new craft and was searching for some help with what I would need to start crafting with polymer clay, and I came across your tutorial on utube. It has really helped me alot with the basic things that I need ti get started, thank you so much. I was thinking of having a go at making some Christmas tree decorations, do you have any tutorials on Christmas tree decorations? Valerie.

@PolymerClayTutor

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Valerie for your very kind words! I do have some paid tutorials for Christmas Ornaments. Here are some links: Polymer & Wood Ornaments www.beadvideos.com/back-issues-03/vol-066/ Mistletoe Ornament www.beadvideos.com/back-issues-03/vol-055/ Vol-043 Tutorial Bundle [ Snowy Tree Cane Pt-1 | Snowy Tree Cane Pt-2 | Poinsettia Charms | Fancy Rose Earwires] www.beadvideos.com/back-issues-02/vol-043/ Hope that helps point you in the right direction!

Loved your video. I am new to working with clay. I have been searching and searching for a video about the actual baking of the finished sculpture. I have heard that you cannot use your kitchen oven as the polymer gives off fumes. My toaster oven that I plan on using is not big enough for the heron that I am sculpting.....sooooooo do I have to sculpt the wings and legs separately and then glue them on after the initial bake

@PolymerClayTutor

3 жыл бұрын

Polymer clay is non-toxic (at least the brands you can buy in North America) and are safe to bake in your home oven. SO go ahead. The problem is if you bake a ton of polymer clay projects, a plasticky residue can build up on your oven walls. If you're baking small items you can seal them inside a baking pan with a lid or a turkey bag, to avoid that residue. For larger items that can't be baked inside anything, I just run the self cleaning cycle after I am done baking my piece. You can also just wipe down the walls and the door with a baking soda paste. It's because of this hassle, that a lot of people have separate ovens.

Hi what would you recommend the adhesive to use, I am making a clay adobe house, what is best to join walls, etc. Thank you.

@jamiehasfun23

6 жыл бұрын

Liquid sculpey I believe but there are many facebook groups to join!

I recently saw that fimo sells "mix quick", did you already work with it? if it really works it would be so great because the polymer clay from my local store seems to be very dry/hard v___v

Can I use acrylic sealer? Thank you!

Thanks for a very informative video - I started to do polymer clay years ago, got injured and stopped and would like to get back into it. But as you mentioned in your video if you lose too much of the oils in your clay it will get brittle. Apparently that happens over time just from evaporation as well as from working on a porous surface. Is there some particular type of oil that I could somehow soak/massage into my old clay so it can be made workable again? I can't afford to buy all new clay at this time and would hate for my old polymer clay to go to waste.

@PolymerClayTutor

5 жыл бұрын

Hi there, thank yo for your kind words! Yes there is an oil called Sculpey Clay softener that you can add to polymer clay to make it soft again. I have several videos on conditioning hard clay that should be very helpful for you. Check them out in our channel!

8:52 ☺️ thx!

Awsome

GREAT info.Where can I find all your over 600 videos to choose whichever I need? Am very grateful to find your experience right at beginning.Thank you..

@PolymerClayTutor

5 жыл бұрын

Click on my name or face and it will take you to my channel where all my KZread videos are. You can click on the little magnifying glass under the banner on my channel and a search box will pop up that you can find the video you need. Alternatively, you can go to my website at www.polymerclaytutor.com and do your searching there. Thanks!

@dedesher2126

5 жыл бұрын

@@PolymerClayTutor Thank you again.

Here’s a question, I Literally just started doing polymer Clay two days ago and I want to try practicing making flowing fish/Mermaid fins since I know the techniques can be similar for making fabric folds. Any advice or possibly a Video on this?

Something you just said answered my question as to why my clay just got dry, brittle, and broke. My working surface wasn't non porous. Geeze.. now I know. thank you

@PolymerClayTutor

8 жыл бұрын

+Linda Jo Could also be because your temp is too low. Do you use an oven thermometer?

I too started with Carol Duvoll show it was so good,......never got very far just on a bucket list.... I want a over like you buy off the shelves at wal mart..... >? could use it again for food. I read you open the door let some air out at a time.....unclear. Back then some said you don't open the door to oven and let it cool completely before removing that was 20+ yrs back the clay has changed..... Live in 5th wheel and space is limited. I do like what you do and how and very helpful. thanks you..... is there a group on fb that does this and blogs,. thanks and have a nice day. suzanne spence. 2-10-17

Hello thank you for the video! My metal tools unfortunately stick to my polymer clay even though i am putting the clay on silicone so that i can form petals. What could you recommend to me what could help? I really appreciate your answer! 😊

Can you work on aplexy glass surface.?

I have issues with baking :( I have an electrical oven that has no flames .. "building rules!" how can I work with that? and how do I know the exact time for each kind of polymer as the ones I find in my country have no instructions. also, they are really stiff .. so I add oil while softening it .. so im not sure how it will effect baking? and thank you for the tutorials ^_^

you so lovely thank you

@PolymerClayTutor

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! 💖

Love your eyeglasses...can you please tell me where you purchased these?

@PolymerClayTutor

4 жыл бұрын

Oh man I bought those like 5 years ago in a local mom and pop optometry shop. I doubt very much that they would still be for sale. But thank you for the compliment!

Hi... thank you for explaining every thing. If I don't have any of oven then how can I back my clay??? Thank you

@PolymerClayTutor

Жыл бұрын

You're going to need to get an oven to properly bake polymer clay. You can use your regular home oven if you have one or a toaster oven. If not, I suggest using an airdry polymer clay instead.

Honestly, do you bake very small things for an hour also? And what are the holes around your baking shield? Are they helpful?

If I use a silicon mold for polymer clay then I clean it can I re use it for fondant ? Or it’s not safe anymore? (Without baking )

I'm soo bummed..I have Horrible osteoarthritis in both thumbs..Mainly my right.. I heard they have foot pedals for some machines..but expensive.. what clay press..or lasagna machine is the best at a good price..I'm soo EXCITED to start..I have 2 packs of the clear, porcelain air dry clay I may use First..I also need ergonomic crochet hooks... love hugs and I'm now a new subscriber..I Appreciate you helping us.and making it exciting and look doable..hugs🙏🙏🙏🤟💯‼🤗

Where do you purchase the acrylic rod? And how much should a person expect to spend on one?

What extruder do you recommend ?

I am new to the polymer clay scene and really love working with it. My question now is.... would a sheet of plexiglass be ok to use for a work surface? Your tutorial is very informative and I have learned so much from watching it Thank you so much.

@PolymerClayTutor

7 жыл бұрын

Sure. It may get scratches on it, if you also cut on it, but as long as it doesn't react with the clay it should be just fine.

Great video, many thanks for the info.

What should I mold first as a beginner?

I have a question concerning very shallow designs in a silicone mold... How do you get the shape out without ripping it or totally distorting it. Thanks!!!

@PolymerClayTutor

8 жыл бұрын

+letellier1990 Go check the other videos in my channel... I have a video that shows you how to do that.

Hi cuestion do you thing i can bake a figure whit a wood base?

would like tips for how to make a replica polymer clay bead to replace a lost metal bead from a bracelet...beads have two holes for elastic banding....can i use wire for smaller holes in polymer clay?

Hi what kinda tile are you using and where can I buy one? . Love watching your videos thanks for sharing brightest blessings

Hah! That playing card trick is genius.

Which type of oven you will prefer convention or just a normal heating oven?

How do you get the clay from sticking to your roller clay I have the same as you.

How long must I bake the clay in oven and the temperature ?