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    Polymer Clay 2.0: How to Make Polymer Clay Items and Learn Everything You Need to Know About Polymer Clay Basics for Beginners From A to Z
    Polymer Clay 2.0: How to Make Polymer Clay Items and Learn Everything You Need to Know About Polymer Clay Basics for Beginners From A to Z
    Polymer Clay 2.0: How to Make Polymer Clay Items and Learn Everything You Need to Know About Polymer Clay Basics for Beginners From A to Z
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    Polymer Clay 2.0: How to Make Polymer Clay Items and Learn Everything You Need to Know About Polymer Clay Basics for Beginners From A to Z

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    Have you ever looked at polymer clay and wished that you knew how to use it? Have you ever desired to make your own beads and other items with clay, but didn’t know how? Well, now, the wonderful and fun world of polymer clay is at your fingertips. This guide will teach you all you need to know to become a polymer clay prodigy and add this great craft to your repertoire.

    In this page turning read, you will learn all about how to create crafts, jewelry, beads, and trinkets from polymer clay. You will learn everything you need to know about buying, preparing, molding, coloring, decorating, curing, and storing this wonderful and non-toxic material.

    While regular clay is fussy, requires a kiln, and poses special challenges to many people, polymer clay is fun and easy for anyone. Any age group can enjoy using this clay to create numerous crafts. This is no limit to what you can do with it, either. Getting started with this craft is not hard or cost prohibitive, making it easily available for everyone who is interested.
    So start doing crafts with your family, creating great sale items, or making gifts from the heart using polymer clay today!

    HowExpert publishes quick "how to" guides on unique topics by everyday experts.

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    PublisherHowExpert
    Release dateNov 17, 2018
    ISBN9781949531558
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      Polymer Clay 2.0

      How to Make Polymer Clay Items and Learn Everything You Need to Know About Polymer Clay Basics for Beginners From A to Z

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      Table of Contents

      Recommended Resources

      Chapter 1: Fun with Polymer Clay

      What is Polymer Clay Like?

      How do I Use Polymer Clay?

      What is the History of Polymer Clay?

      Is Polymer Clay Toxic?

      Chapter 2: How to Get Polymer Clay

      Where do I Buy It?

      How Do I Prepare It?

      How do I Store It?

      Can I Make My Own Polymer Clay?

      What Materials Do I need?

      Chapter 3: How to Start Your Project

      Chapter 4: Polymer Clay Hair Clips or Magnets

      How Do I Make Magnets?

      Chapter 5: Polymer Clay Beads and Pendants

      How Do I Bury an Eyepin?

      How Do I Add a Hook?

      How Do I Add Screw Eyes?

      Chapter 6: Polymer Clay Trinkets

      Converting into Christmas Ornaments

      Chapter 7: Buttons

      Chapter 8: Add Stones, Frills, and Other Cool Techniques

      Mixing Colors

      Coffee

      Turquoise

      Orange

      Lilac

      Gray

      Maroon

      Ochre

      Swirling the Clay

      Adding a Stone or Bead

      Transferring Images onto Polymer Clay

      Creating Clay Pieces that Look Like Faux Rocks

      Adding Colorful Details to the Surface

      Adding Things to Your Resin

      Using Stamps

      Chapter 8: Curing Your Polymer Clay Project

      Adding Paint

      How Do I Add Resin?

      How Do I Use Translucent Clay?

      Then What?

      How Do I Use Wax?

      Chapter 9: What Are a Few Projects I Can Do?

      Lily Hairclips

      Watermelon Earrings

      YinYang Pendant

      Cherry Charms

      Little Roses

      Ice Cream Cone Hairclips

      Hemp and Chunky Polymer Clay Earrings

      Chapter 10: What to Do when Things Go Wrong

      What If My Clay is Dry?

      What if My Clay is Hard?

      What About Baking Disasters?

      What if It Didn’t Bake Enough?

      Can I Use Nail Polish?

      What If the Glue Wears Off?

      What If My Eyepin Falls Out?

      What If My Piece Gets Dirty?

      Can I Finish It Again?

      What If My Piece Looks Rough?

      What If My Piece is Stuck after Baking?

      Conclusion

      About the Expert

      Recommended Resources

      Chapter 1: Fun with Polymer Clay

      Welcome to Fun with Polymer Clay! If you are interested in learning all about how to make birds, flowers, and other pretty things with clay, you have picked up the right book. This book will be your tutorial to

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