Advanced Polymer Clay Surface Treatments
Polymer clay in colors of your choice. Recommend Premo brand or Fimo (Sculpey III is less durable). I suggest 3-5 colors to start, plus white and translucent. Watch for sales at Hobby Lobby or JoAnn’s. Michaels carries only the softer, kidfriendly clays.
A durable work surface. A smooth glazed ceramic tile (6x6 or larger) is ideal and inexpensive at home improvement stores.
Cutting/slicing blades are sold where polymer clay is sold, in sets. A coupon worthy item. An inexpensive alternative is a
3 to 4-inch scraper blade (resembling a razor blade) sold at home-improvement stores.
A rolling device--e.g., a section of PVC pipe, an acrylic rod (available where polymer clay is sold), a straight-sided glass bottle, etc. If you already have a clay-dedicated pasta machine, that is an advantage but not a necessity.
Something to transport your unbaked pieces home---tray, storage box, disposable plastic plate, etc. ( You will bake/cure your pieces at home. Instructions will be provided. )
Instructor will provide a variety of specialized supplies for the class to share.
Paste Paper Plus
Art Pad---Mixed Media, Bristol, Watercolor, or other heavy paper suitable for water media (9 x 12 or larger)
Acrylic Paints (fluid, tube, or craft) various colors of your choice.
Water Container (margarine tub or other suitable throwaway)
Mixing Palette (disposable plastic or foam plates)
Masking tape or painters tape
Board for support (could be a paneling scrap, canvas board, foam-core panel, etc.) Additional boards will enable you to continue working while one dries.
OPTIONAL: Hair dryer to speed drying; apron; disposable
Instructor will provide specialized materials for the class to share. In addition, other common household materials will be suggested from week to week.
Polymer Clay Bead and Jewelry Making
Polymer clay (oven-bake clay) in colors of your choice. I recommend PREMO brand or FIMO. The SCULPEY III brand is not as durable. 3 to 5 colors to start (you may want more as the class progresses). Watch for sales at Hobby Lobby and
JoAnn’s. Michael’s is currently not selling the firmer clays. If you want a greater variety of colors, consider purchasing a multi-pack using a coupon available through store advertising or online.
A durable work surface. A smooth glazed ceramic tile (6x6 or larger) is ideal and available inexpensively at home improvement stores.
Cutting/slicing blades are sold where polymer clay is sold, usually in sets. Again, use a coupon. An inexpensive alternative is a 3 to 4 inch scraper blade (resembling a razor blade) available at home improvement stores.
A rolling device. E.g., a section of PVC pipe, a straight-sided glass bottle, an acrylic rod (available where polymer clay is sold). A wooden rolling pin is NOT recommended. (Note: If you already have a clay-dedicated pasta machine, that is an advantage but not a necessity.)
Something to transport your unbaked pieces home---tray, storage box, disposable plate, etc. You will bake/cure your pieces at home. Instructions will be provided.
Instructor will provide a variety of specialized supplies for the class to share.