Baby wipes are great to smooth the beads, or clean them before baking, I use them also to clean the roller and pasta machine between two colors. I actually place them in the pasta machine and roll them out like the clay. Thanks for the tips!
Hi Suguna Srinivas, I use acetone to remove fingerprints on baked beads. For raw clay I'd rather use rubbing alcohol because it is much less smelly and nicer to use. GO to my blog (link in description) and use the search box at the top of the page to fine most answers to your polymer clay questions. Thanks for commenting!
the back of a teaspoon is a good smoother. You an also put on latex gloves and then cut out the palms so that the fingers are still on but air can circulate.
.... i just want to say........ the camera man is your husband right? well, if he is, i just wanted to say: wow. he is amazing with that camera!!!!! not shaky, he is able to get good focus, and when he 'sways' it, it just looks amazing!!! i wanted to point this out because he probably does not get the credit he deserves.
I use just the two or three fingers of the latex gloves when I am ready to pick it up off the paper or put it in the oven. I cut them off and roll it down my finger a bit to hold them on ( Note: they have to fit tight in the first place.)
Hi Ally (watercrystal9panfu), I get annoyed by dust in my clay too! I will do a video on it one day soon, but a great trick is to wipe the dirty clay with a baby wipe or paper towel with rubbing alcohol on it. Hope that helps!
Thank you Lina Never! I don't work with Fimo Soft very often, but it could be that the cornstarch is 'attaching' itself to the clay like it does to Kato Polyclay. Try using Baking Soda instead and see if that makes a difference. Each brand acts a little different so you will need to test, test, test. Good luck!
thanks for your answer :) I'l try soda next time. And I just wanted to share with you, that I fixed my problem with baby oil :) just tried and it worked :)
Hi bellaschoneveld28, yes I have heard of Cernit, but I haven't had the chance to work with it yet. Will try and pick some up on my next trip to the USA since I haven't seen it here in Canada yet. Thanks for commenting!
Yes DeeEll86442, acetone works very well for 'melting' off any imperfections on baked polymer clay. I was thinking of doing a quick demo on that anyway, so thanks for the reminder! The things I don't like about it though are the smell, the fact that it can be a bit of a pain to find the pure stuff, and it is so highly flammable. But it definitely works in those hard to sand places!
Hi, I thought baby oil works well too. To avoid getting it on my hands, I dip a q-tip into the oil and run it over my clay to smooth out any finger prints 😸
Hi purria13, boiling clay in water doesn't hurt it but for most brands of clay it won't cure it thoroughly enough. Water boils at 212F and most clays need to be baked much higher than that, usually around 265-275F. Hope that makes sense!
I use parchment paper, wax paper and/or cling wrap to help keep finger prints off my clay. Extremely useful when trying to press two pieces together. If there is a big imperfection I spray a bit of alcohol (or water) and lint free pads (the kind you find at a nail or beauty store). I found the baby wipes leave lint behind. Plus it helps wipe of small flecks of debris. Love watching your tips! TFS
Hi delilah collings, I like the Sculpey Style and Detail Tool Set. There are three double ended tools with rubber blending tips on one end and metal ball stylus tools on the other. They are easy to find in your favourite craft store like Michaels or online. Hope that helps!
I agree with Nicole! A "work space tour" ( so-called by many other clay artists lol) would be amazing and I would definitely watch that. Some people looooove that
Thanks ShineYClayStuffs for the suggestion! I have already added it to the list of videos to shoot... just haven't decided whether or not I should clean it up first or let you guys see it all messy? :)
I've found that when I use pigments on my clay like pearl ex the use of the paint brush and powder removes a lot of fingerprints. I know not every project will require powdered pigment, but maybe the use of a paintbrush in general would help smooth things out.
Sometimes I'll place a piece of saranwrap over a flat object (holding down the sides)and burnish it to smooth out any imperfections. Also, I will clean up the back side of a piece and place that side face-down on a piece of patty paper (like what you have between frozen burgers) and then do the saran wrap technique on the top. I also like the fingercots for last minute toush-ups.
Hi vivianvideos, sure you can use baby powder to smooth your beads instead of cornstarch as long as it isn't too gritty, it should be fine. Thanks for commenting!
Hi Jake Aran, yeah the cornstarch does leave a powdery residue on the clay, but it does wash off easily with water. Rubbing alcohol works well too if that is what you prefer. Thanks for commenting!
I am not sure fantagian247 if these tricks will work with air-dry clays since I have rarely worked with them and I don't have some on hand right now to test it. If you have some, you should try them and see. Like I always say... It's best to test!
Hi Mrs Chipi, sandpaper works great to remove bumps and fingerprints after baking. Start with 400 grit wet/dry automotive sandpaper, then go to 600g to 800g to 1200g and higher if you have it. You can also use Acetone (see video on my Channel) to remove flaws on baked pieces. Good luck!
this may sound weird but im thinking it cud work...have u ever tried using clear skin liquid bandaid on finger tips? its clear & leaves a very thin film on wherever u put it?? just wandering if u hve tried it?
Great tip Cindy thanks I also tried latex gloves...maybe 3 or 4 times but they made my hands sweat too then I learned about finger cots, my pharmacist gets them in packs of 100 they cost around $3.50...but water is almost free - so there you go - next time I'm going to try this new trick you've gifted us with btw burled wood is so pretty and I'm looking forward to learning this faux tech when you get all the bumps worked out
Hi creativepzazz cleaning your hands with a baby wipe between colors will help. So will this trick: Cleaning Polymer Clay Pasta Machine Tip3 Translucent Clay
Thanks for the tip. I have a question? When I am using polymer clay it seems to get hair or dirt in it so I tried using gloves and it worked but it was annoying and uncomfortable to wear them and I don't know what else to do! Any tips?
More efficient if you do it before, using a brush... or multiple ones. Going from hard brush to softer ones. Also isopropyl alcohol works as well... and i suppose other alcohols work as long as the purity and concentration are high.
Hi purria13, I am afraid that the sun will not bake your polymer clay properly, even if you live in a hot climate. If your parents won't let you use your oven, you may want to switch to an air-dry polymer clay. The properties are a little different but you will be able to a lot of cool things with it and you won't need to worry about baking it. Good luck!
I`m a naildesigner but i like using acrylics and builder gel to make beads and buttons also:) ive just started making clay products, you are great at explaining and showing. Thank you!:)
Thank you Victorias dcign/VDcign for the compliments! I am currently testing some UV nail Gel for compatibility with polymer clay. Polymer clay looks great in nail art designs. When I'm done my testing I will be sure to do a video review. Stay tuned...
I picked up the polyform sander recently, best tool ever! Sanding is sooooo much faster and it is very easy to use. Down side to it is it seems to chew threw the batteries, may just be my rechargeable not charging fully too, plan to get some new ones and see how they go.
Hi cindy..just wanted to know if acetone works on baked polymer clay or it is to be used before baking ..also any tips to remove finger prints on round beads
thanks for the water tip. I'm just getting into sculpting and I'm really liking the medium. So far, I've done a couple of dragons nests. I tried disposable vinyl gloves, but I still got noticeable fingerprints in the clay. However, the clay I was working with may have been very soft.
Ginger Allman of thebluebottletree.com has a FANTASTIC ebook on sanding and buffing. And there's some great information on tumbler sanding and buffing at desiredcreations.com/howTo_TLTumbleSand.htm
Hi Cindy, I have another question. (Something I've noticed on the test piece when I tried the one hour bake) How can you remove fingerprints or "bumps" when it has been baked? I've tried sandingpapier but it's not really doing much difference :(
Hi Obot1121, yes wearing a tight fitting rubber or latex glove will work just fine for preventing fingerprints. I just don't like to wear them because my hands get way too sweaty in them. Thanks for commenting!
I appreciate all of the tips! I actually took a finger nail file to my fingers. It didn't eliminate finger prints but certainly lightened them considerably. No, I didn't erase them completely so I wouldn't do well in criminal activity either! ;)
um i want to start polymer clay but i dont know where to get it and what to use for the tools and how do you get it shiny and like will you tell me please !
DollGams It is a Kitchenaid Convection oven and I have a video on it in my channel if you want to learn more. I love it and I got it at Costco in Canada for $80.
:) this helps because I used to do tht anyway, but I put too much water on my finger so my clay was just drowned in water afterwards, I've now tried te spray, and it's perfect! THANKS!
Hi cindy, when i make charms say if i role out the clay on my place mat when i try to taking it off it stick and then its cracks and creaks into pieces...any advice how to deal with that?~silky black
Hi Cindy....When i clean the pc with rubbing alcohol do i have to wait for it to dry before baking it right?.....Thanx in advance I love your videos I've learned so much! :)
Thx for the tips! I use to sandpaper my works, it takes time. If i do very small pieces i dont bother to erase the prints. maybe i will try the cornstarch for the small pieces :)
I'll certainly be trying these tips, I've been using Sculpey 3 clay and just smoothing out the finger prints with my thumb after I've done, I tend to use white play and then paint it with acrylic paint rather than using colours but I would love to try using colours! do you have any tips on how to stop little bits of dust getting on/in the clay? my white clay always ends up with dust which is why I've been painting my models and not just using colours, help is much appreciated!
Thank you for the tutorial. One thing I would also like to ask, is how to avoid the tiny dirt, that is being picked up by the clay? When I use lighter colour tones of my pieces, they always get so "dusty" - although I work on a really clean surface and wash my hands precisely. Thanx.
I actually use black Sculpey clay, which is rather squishy after it is heated with your hands. So i use corn starch to make sure it doesnt stick but the corn starch tends to dim the black. Any tips?
I mostly use Cernit - it's easiest on my aching hands, nice and squishy. I never have fingerprints because I burnish front and back before baking. I transfer the piece from my work surface to my baking sheet using my blades, not my fingers. If I have to touch a piece, I do so by the edge. Even when pinching the edges of a thick stone piece, I avoid fingerprints.
how long can u leave something u have made our before baking? just wondering as my stobe is getting repaired. if i couod make something and have it out for a few days before it gets old or messed up without baking it right away? any tips or advice? thank u.
You can leave a piece unbaked for a long time, as long as it isn't sitting on anything absorbent, that will pull the oils out of it. Just cover your piece so it doesn't get dirty and bake it when you are ready.
Will using polyester fluff in my clay baking to support complicated sculptures work well? Because i know the best option regarding polyester fibers are polyester batting. Will using the fluff harm my clay, like will the fluffy fibers be all over the oven and eventually some of them would end up sticking in my clay during baking? Also if i use cornstarch instead, would cornstarch dissolve? Because i don't want to have to do extra cleaning and sanding on dolls to get tiny cornstarch particles out.
Hi corneater23 I don't like to use polyester batting to support my pieces because it will leave little marks and fibers on my clay after baking. I do like to use Cornstarch (or Baking Soda) though. In fact I have a video on that very subject coming out later this week, so make sure to check that out when it comes!
I have some small samples of colored clay. Unfortunately, their not marked with what type of clay it is. You always have tips and your review are great. Can you help me with my problem. I’m a beginner, so any help would be appreciated. Thank you
Hi! I'm wondering when my suggested video about trying different pigments (acrylic paint, water colour paint, food colouring etc) in TLS will be up?? :) thanks
How badly a clay gets fingerprints, really depends on a few things, Brand, Freshness of the Clay, how Hot your hands are and how you handle the clay. I would try a few different brands and see which one suits your working style the best. Hope that helps!
It's the physical impression that leaves a mark, not the oils. You can actually feel the ridges in the fingerprints after the clay is baked. There is oil in the clay itself, so I believe the minor amount of oil from your skin would not affect the surface of the clay and leave a mark, but rather just get absorbed into the clay instead.
Hi I just started watching your videos and I didn't read all the comments, but one thing I like is to wear the tips of the gloves. I cut off the thumbs and the index/pointer finger of the gloves and put them on the fingers which is much better than wearing the whole glove. My hands get sweaty also if I wear them whole so only the fingers are more manageable. 😉👍🏻
Hi, i tried the cornstarch and it worked perfectly. After the pieces were done, i washed the starch of, but after baking the charms, they remained milky white because of the cornstarch. Water won't help but make it worse. What can I do?
How about using finger cots. Instead of whole gloves, these just cover your individual fingers. I used them as a hairdresser. When I would cut myself doing a haircut, I would tend to the cut, put a bandaid on it, then slip one of the cots on over the bandage. It worked wonderfully.
Yeah, the downside to using cornstarch is that after you bake it, you get that white stain on it. I either just smooth it out or use a q tip with rubbing alcohol
I use rubbing alcohol. But there are many cons to this method. It gives your clay and airbrushed ish finish. And it also leaves a white coating on the top. But it doe the trick and when I use it I only use a small amount and only when really needed.
Not a fan of finger prints. I think it makes a big difference in the quality of your work. I mist water also or take a piece of stretched candy paper over a flat piece then rub with finger. Thanks for the wonderful Tips, great as always Cindy and Doug.
If I'm working with Sculpey, I just thought of using a plastic sandwich bag and it worked - no fingerprints :) I use it if I'm creating something like flower pedals or leaves.
Hi G. Eswariya, Fimo is just the name of one of the brands of polymer clay, so yes you can use it for what you learn from my videos. Thanks for commenting!
Sounds like you need a clay blade. A regular knife is too thick and will kind of drag as you try to cut through the clay. Here is my affiliate link to the type of blade that you need to get. They aren't too expensive but something I consider a must have if you are working with polymer clay:amzn.to/2SOS9Vm
Hi, your video tutorials are amazing, I was happy to find this one. I made some beads (FIMO soft) and removed fingerprints with cornstarch, but after baking my beads they all became white. I've tried to wash them with water, clean with alcohol and it helps only for a second. What could I do to remove white and return colors to my beads?
Is it OK to put raw polymer clay into water? I've seen you do it in a few videos, and I've done it, but it makes the clay sticky, I left it for a while and will come back and see how it is. I can't find much info about it on the internet but I've read that its not a good idea.
Very good tips, thank you! I used to get rid of the fingerprints using baby wipe but now I'm gonna try the water spray as it will be surely less messy. :)
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Baby wipes are great to smooth the beads, or clean them before baking, I use them also to clean the roller and pasta machine between two colors. I actually place them in the pasta machine and roll them out like the clay.
Thanks for the tips!
I like to smooth off my pieces with a tiny bit of liquid polymer clay on a silicone brush. Works wonders.
Good Tip!
I'm going to try your tip, lilithmarleen. Thank you.
Too bad liquid poly clay is impossible to find right now because everyone is sold out of it for some odd reason.
Hi Shana Clarke, use a baby wipe or a cloth with some rubbing alcohol on it to clean the lint and hairs off your clay. That will help.
PolymerClayTutor how do i hide the body
I use cling wrap. Putting it over the piece and then smoothing
Hi Suguna Srinivas, I use acetone to remove fingerprints on baked beads. For raw clay I'd rather use rubbing alcohol because it is much less smelly and nicer to use. GO to my blog (link in description) and use the search box at the top of the page to fine most answers to your polymer clay questions. Thanks for commenting!
the back of a teaspoon is a good smoother. You an also put on latex gloves and then cut out the palms so that the fingers are still on but air can circulate.
.... i just want to say........ the camera man is your husband right? well, if he is, i just wanted to say: wow. he is amazing with that camera!!!!! not shaky, he is able to get good focus, and when he 'sways' it, it just looks amazing!!! i wanted to point this out because he probably does not get the credit he deserves.
+Nyan Gproductions - thank you :-)
Well your husband replied but your not gonna reply SMH 🤦♂️
@@alimery07 mabye she didn't see it
Agneta Rupšytė yeah but that means she’s not even looking in her in box
Ali-Mery you need to calm down lol she doesn’t owe you a reply
I use just the two or three fingers of the latex gloves when I am ready to pick it up off the paper or put it in the oven. I cut them off and roll it down my finger a bit to hold them on ( Note: they have to fit tight in the first place.)
Hi Ally (watercrystal9panfu), I get annoyed by dust in my clay too! I will do a video on it one day soon, but a great trick is to wipe the dirty clay with a baby wipe or paper towel with rubbing alcohol on it. Hope that helps!
Thank you Lina Never! I don't work with Fimo Soft very often, but it could be that the cornstarch is 'attaching' itself to the clay like it does to Kato Polyclay. Try using Baking Soda instead and see if that makes a difference. Each brand acts a little different so you will need to test, test, test. Good luck!
thanks for your answer :) I'l try soda next time. And I just wanted to share with you, that I fixed my problem with baby oil :) just tried and it worked :)
+PolymerClayTutor would it be wise to use like an electric nail sander on the finish product to remove any flaws?
Hi bellaschoneveld28, yes I have heard of Cernit, but I haven't had the chance to work with it yet. Will try and pick some up on my next trip to the USA since I haven't seen it here in Canada yet. Thanks for commenting!
I use the non-latex gloves. They don't get as sweaty and they are a lot easier since I tend to do more rounded and finger-molded shapes.
Yes DeeEll86442, acetone works very well for 'melting' off any imperfections on baked polymer clay. I was thinking of doing a quick demo on that anyway, so thanks for the reminder! The things I don't like about it though are the smell, the fact that it can be a bit of a pain to find the pure stuff, and it is so highly flammable. But it definitely works in those hard to sand places!
Hi, I thought baby oil works well too. To avoid getting it on my hands, I dip a q-tip into the oil and run it over my clay to smooth out any finger prints 😸
Hi purria13, boiling clay in water doesn't hurt it but for most brands of clay it won't cure it thoroughly enough. Water boils at 212F and most clays need to be baked much higher than that, usually around 265-275F. Hope that makes sense!
I use parchment paper, wax paper and/or cling wrap to help keep finger prints off my clay. Extremely useful when trying to press two pieces together. If there is a big imperfection I spray a bit of alcohol (or water) and lint free pads (the kind you find at a nail or beauty store). I found the baby wipes leave lint behind. Plus it helps wipe of small flecks of debris. Love watching your tips! TFS
I read the title and thought it was a tutorial for criminals
Hi delilah collings, I like the Sculpey Style and Detail Tool Set. There are three double ended tools with rubber blending tips on one end and metal ball stylus tools on the other. They are easy to find in your favourite craft store like Michaels or online. Hope that helps!
I agree with Nicole! A "work space tour" ( so-called by many other clay artists lol) would be amazing and I would definitely watch that. Some people looooove that
Thanks ShineYClayStuffs for the suggestion! I have already added it to the list of videos to shoot... just haven't decided whether or not I should clean it up first or let you guys see it all messy? :)
you should do a video on how you have your work space set up
Hi Nicole Hartmann I have added it to the list. Thanks for the suggestion!
You're welcome. I'm trying to create my own art/craft station but I have no clue how to organize it
I've found that when I use pigments on my clay like pearl ex the use of the paint brush and powder removes a lot of fingerprints. I know not every project will require powdered pigment, but maybe the use of a paintbrush in general would help smooth things out.
Sometimes I'll place a piece of saranwrap over a flat object (holding down the sides)and burnish it to smooth out any imperfections. Also, I will clean up the back side of a piece and place that side face-down on a piece of patty paper (like what you have between frozen burgers) and then do the saran wrap technique on the top. I also like the fingercots for last minute toush-ups.
Hi vivianvideos, sure you can use baby powder to smooth your beads instead of cornstarch as long as it isn't too gritty, it should be fine. Thanks for commenting!
Hi Jake Aran, yeah the cornstarch does leave a powdery residue on the clay, but it does wash off easily with water. Rubbing alcohol works well too if that is what you prefer. Thanks for commenting!
You answered one of my long time questions: fingerprints. Thank you.
I am not sure fantagian247 if these tricks will work with air-dry clays since I have rarely worked with them and I don't have some on hand right now to test it. If you have some, you should try them and see. Like I always say... It's best to test!
Hi Mrs Chipi, sandpaper works great to remove bumps and fingerprints after baking. Start with 400 grit wet/dry automotive sandpaper, then go to 600g to 800g to 1200g and higher if you have it. You can also use Acetone (see video on my Channel) to remove flaws on baked pieces. Good luck!
this may sound weird but im thinking it cud work...have u ever tried using clear skin liquid bandaid on finger tips? its clear & leaves a very thin film on wherever u put it?? just wandering if u hve tried it?
Great tip Cindy thanks
I also tried latex gloves...maybe 3 or 4 times but they made my hands sweat too
then I learned about finger cots, my pharmacist gets them in packs of 100 they cost around $3.50...but water is almost free - so there you go - next time I'm going to try this new trick you've gifted us with
btw burled wood is so pretty and I'm looking forward to learning this faux tech when you get all the bumps worked out
Dear polymerclaytutor, what is the best polymer clay blending tool that you recommend? Where can you buy it? Please answer!
Cling wrap. If you're good you can use that to smooth out pieces. This of course would be for less detailed pieces, but still a good thing to know.
I love your videos. It's very helpful for beginners like me. So excited to start my business soon.
Thank you! Good luck with your business! 💖
Hi may I ask what causes white specs/ patches on my polymer clay project after baking? Thank you so much in advance😊
Thanks guys for sharing your fingerprint removal tips! Keep em coming! :)
i just wanna ask wether instead of using polymer clay?,can we use Fimo?
many thanks for the tips....i use what we call cling film BUT i think in the USA you call it saran wrap [ sorry about any spelling mistakes ].
Quick question... I have used black and white clay to create a cane; how do I keep the black clay on my hands from contaminating the white clay?
Hi creativepzazz cleaning your hands with a baby wipe between colors will help. So will this trick: Cleaning Polymer Clay Pasta Machine Tip3 Translucent Clay
I like to use a small rounded top flat sable paint brush to smooth out the clay.
Thanks for the tip. I have a question?
When I am using polymer clay it seems to get hair or dirt in it so I tried using gloves and it worked but it was annoying and uncomfortable to wear them and I don't know what else to do! Any tips?
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And your comment was SO helpful.. In reply to the question though, best way is to have as tidy a work space as possible when using clay.
More efficient if you do it before, using a brush... or multiple ones. Going from hard brush to softer ones. Also isopropyl alcohol works as well... and i suppose other alcohols work as long as the purity and concentration are high.
I know some people also use a q-tip soaked in rubbing alcohol and just wipe the finger prints away. (also some dirt particals)
Hi purria13, I am afraid that the sun will not bake your polymer clay properly, even if you live in a hot climate. If your parents won't let you use your oven, you may want to switch to an air-dry polymer clay. The properties are a little different but you will be able to a lot of cool things with it and you won't need to worry about baking it. Good luck!
I`m a naildesigner but i like using acrylics and builder gel to make beads and buttons also:) ive just started making clay products, you are great at explaining and showing. Thank you!:)
Thank you Victorias dcign/VDcign for the compliments! I am currently testing some UV nail Gel for compatibility with polymer clay. Polymer clay looks great in nail art designs. When I'm done my testing I will be sure to do a video review. Stay tuned...
I picked up the polyform sander recently, best tool ever! Sanding is sooooo much faster and it is very easy to use. Down side to it is it seems to chew threw the batteries, may just be my rechargeable not charging fully too, plan to get some new ones and see how they go.
Hi Nataliecraftanddance, I have no idea whether this will work on cold porcelain... I've never worked with it before. Try Google.
Hey we have the same name 😄
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Any tips on removing these annoying fingerprints/dents on small pieces? I typically deal with pieces the size of half a fingernail.
where did you get your drawer organizer & does it hold the 2oz clay pkg?
Sorry if I missed it but I was skimming, does wearing rubber gloves work?
Hi cindy..just wanted to know if acetone works on baked polymer clay or it is to be used before baking ..also any tips to remove finger prints on round beads
thanks for the water tip. I'm just getting into sculpting and I'm really liking the medium. So far, I've done a couple of dragons nests.
I tried disposable vinyl gloves, but I still got noticeable fingerprints in the clay. However, the clay I was working with may have been very soft.
Thanks for the tip! By the way, you mentioned sanding your piece. Can you do a tutorial on sanding? Thanks
Hi hazelidgal63 I already did a tutorial on sanding. Watch this: Polymer Clay Polishing and Sanding Papers
Thanks very much. When I want to sand say fingerprints out of a figurine that I've made would I use the same process as for the beads?
hazelidgal63 Yes you can sand your figurines but you may find this easier: How To Remove Fingerprints From Polymer Clay Using Acetone
Ginger Allman of thebluebottletree.com has a FANTASTIC ebook on sanding and buffing. And there's some great information on tumbler sanding and buffing at desiredcreations.com/howTo_TLTumbleSand.htm
Thank you so much. I am new to working with polymer clay and I have been having a lit of problems with finger prints
Is this oso for air dry clay?
Hi Cindy, I have another question. (Something I've noticed on the test piece when I tried the one hour bake) How can you remove fingerprints or "bumps" when it has been baked? I've tried sandingpapier but it's not really doing much difference :(
Hi Obot1121, yes wearing a tight fitting rubber or latex glove will work just fine for preventing fingerprints. I just don't like to wear them because my hands get way too sweaty in them. Thanks for commenting!
I appreciate all of the tips! I actually took a finger nail file to my fingers. It didn't eliminate finger prints but certainly lightened them considerably. No, I didn't erase them completely so I wouldn't do well in criminal activity either! ;)
um i want to start polymer clay but i dont know where to get it and what to use for the tools and how do you get it shiny and like will you tell me please !
Is that a convection oven you have stood behind you? If so, where would you recommend buying one from and how much did it cost?
DollGams It is a Kitchenaid Convection oven and I have a video on it in my channel if you want to learn more. I love it and I got it at Costco in Canada for $80.
Can i clean rubbing alcohol and after I can bake it . It is not dangerous
:) this helps because I used to do tht anyway, but I put too much water on my finger so my clay was just drowned in water afterwards, I've now tried te spray, and it's perfect! THANKS!
Hi cindy, when i make charms say if i role out the clay on my place mat when i try to taking it off it stick and then its cracks and creaks into pieces...any advice how to deal with that?~silky black
Hi Cindy....When i clean the pc with rubbing alcohol do i have to wait for it to dry before baking it right?.....Thanx in advance I love your videos I've learned so much! :)
finger cots! I have to admit, I haven't tried it yet, but I have some to try.... It's like using latex gloves without the "sweaty factor"
1/23/23. 9:40 pm. Do you have any videos on color mixing polymer clay? I would like to see a video for mixing colors to attain sage green.
I use acetone also but i just use my finger tips to smooth it... its probably my favorite way of removing prints
Thx for the tips! I use to sandpaper my works, it takes time. If i do very small pieces i dont bother to erase the prints. maybe i will try the cornstarch for the small pieces :)
I'll certainly be trying these tips, I've been using Sculpey 3 clay and just smoothing out the finger prints with my thumb after I've done, I tend to use white play and then paint it with acrylic paint rather than using colours but I would love to try using colours! do you have any tips on how to stop little bits of dust getting on/in the clay? my white clay always ends up with dust which is why I've been painting my models and not just using colours, help is much appreciated!
Thanks for your comment DarkPrincess230494 I agree that white clay is a pain to keep clean. I will add your suggestion to the list of future videos.
Hey will this work on cold porcelain please reply fast thx for the video.
Thank you for the tutorial. One thing I would also like to ask, is how to avoid the tiny dirt, that is being picked up by the clay? When I use lighter colour tones of my pieces, they always get so "dusty" - although I work on a really clean surface and wash my hands precisely. Thanx.
Hi srnicaaa Watch this video, it should help! Cleaning UnBaked Polymer Clay - Lint & Dust
Thank you very much, your tutorials are so helpful! :)
i use cornstarch powder on my hands. it doesnt effect the c lay at all and it makes sticky clay easy to use
Please, may I ask you.
About the type of glue you're using in your mugs
Because I use epoxy, and there are some complaints about it.
I actually use black Sculpey clay, which is rather squishy after it is heated with your hands. So i use corn starch to make sure it doesnt stick but the corn starch tends to dim the black. Any tips?
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Not only black. My charms are milkyish white after baking and I can't remove it with water...
I mostly use Cernit - it's easiest on my aching hands, nice and squishy. I never have fingerprints because I burnish front and back before baking. I transfer the piece from my work surface to my baking sheet using my blades, not my fingers. If I have to touch a piece, I do so by the edge. Even when pinching the edges of a thick stone piece, I avoid fingerprints.
Hi,
Great video! I just have one question, where did you get those black containers in the background?! I really want those or something similar!
Hi! I just have a quick question, how would you keep your clay clean while working with it? thanks!!
TIGERZ961 I have some videos in my channel that will help you keep your clay clean.
how long can u leave something u have made our before baking? just wondering as my stobe is getting repaired. if i couod make something and have it out for a few days before it gets old or messed up without baking it right away? any tips or advice? thank u.
You can leave a piece unbaked for a long time, as long as it isn't sitting on anything absorbent, that will pull the oils out of it. Just cover your piece so it doesn't get dirty and bake it when you are ready.
Will using polyester fluff in my clay baking to support complicated sculptures work well? Because i know the best option regarding polyester fibers are polyester batting. Will using the fluff harm my clay, like will the fluffy fibers be all over the oven and eventually some of them would end up sticking in my clay during baking?
Also if i use cornstarch instead, would cornstarch dissolve? Because i don't want to have to do extra cleaning and sanding on dolls to get tiny cornstarch particles out.
Hi corneater23 I don't like to use polyester batting to support my pieces because it will leave little marks and fibers on my clay after baking. I do like to use Cornstarch (or Baking Soda) though. In fact I have a video on that very subject coming out later this week, so make sure to check that out when it comes!
PolymerClayTutor Ty i couldn't read the rest because you tube is being stupid again but i get it anyway.
I have some small samples of colored clay. Unfortunately, their not marked with what type of clay it is. You always have tips and your review are great. Can you help me with my problem. I’m a beginner, so any help would be appreciated. Thank you
Rocque Amaya just chop them up and mix a little with your favorite clay. Then bake at the temp of the clay you know.
Hi! I'm wondering when my suggested video about trying different pigments (acrylic paint, water colour paint, food colouring etc) in TLS will be up?? :) thanks
Is this less likely to get finger prints if I use another type of clay like cernit
How badly a clay gets fingerprints, really depends on a few things, Brand, Freshness of the Clay, how Hot your hands are and how you handle the clay. I would try a few different brands and see which one suits your working style the best. Hope that helps!
But if you use a firmer brand of clay you will also get less fingerprints on it
were you got your drawers i look every were here in puerto rico to find them and online
I usually use rubbing alcohol or mineral oil for unavoidable prints or marks. BUT lately, I feel like they both contribute to cracking. Not sure.
wondering if the fingerprint makes a physical impression or is it from the sin oils?
It's the physical impression that leaves a mark, not the oils. You can actually feel the ridges in the fingerprints after the clay is baked. There is oil in the clay itself, so I believe the minor amount of oil from your skin would not affect the surface of the clay and leave a mark, but rather just get absorbed into the clay instead.
Hi I just started watching your videos and I didn't read all the comments, but one thing I like is to wear the tips of the gloves. I cut off the thumbs and the index/pointer finger of the gloves and put them on the fingers which is much better than wearing the whole glove. My hands get sweaty also if I wear them whole so only the fingers are more manageable. 😉👍🏻
Hi, i tried the cornstarch and it worked perfectly. After the pieces were done, i washed the starch of, but after baking the charms, they remained milky white because of the cornstarch. Water won't help but make it worse. What can I do?
How about using finger cots. Instead of whole gloves, these just cover your individual fingers. I used them as a hairdresser. When I would cut myself doing a haircut, I would tend to the cut, put a bandaid on it, then slip one of the cots on over the bandage. It worked wonderfully.
Yeah, the downside to using cornstarch is that after you bake it, you get that white stain on it. I either just smooth it out or use a q tip with rubbing alcohol
Hi Cindy, Thank you for your awesome videos. :) What do you think about using latex gloves? I'm interested in trying that one out.
Sure, my hands just closterphobic in gloves so I never wear them for very long, but if they work for you, they are perfect!
She did actually mention this in the video :S
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I use rubbing alcohol. But there are many cons to this method. It gives your clay and airbrushed ish finish. And it also leaves a white coating on the top. But it doe the trick and when I use it I only use a small amount and only when really needed.
Not a fan of finger prints. I think it makes a big difference in the quality of your work. I mist water also or take a piece of stretched candy paper over a flat piece then rub with finger. Thanks for the wonderful Tips, great as always Cindy and Doug.
Thanks! I will hopefully be going to micheals by saturday. Do you know how much they are?
If I'm working with Sculpey, I just thought of using a plastic sandwich bag and it worked - no fingerprints :) I use it if I'm creating something like flower pedals or leaves.
Hi G. Eswariya, Fimo is just the name of one of the brands of polymer clay, so yes you can use it for what you learn from my videos. Thanks for commenting!
how do you keep knife from sticking to clay? I am just starting in polymer clay. I am using sculpey 3 clay at the time that was all i could afford.
Sounds like you need a clay blade. A regular knife is too thick and will kind of drag as you try to cut through the clay. Here is my affiliate link to the type of blade that you need to get. They aren't too expensive but something I consider a must have if you are working with polymer clay:amzn.to/2SOS9Vm
Hi, your video tutorials are amazing, I was happy to find this one. I made some beads (FIMO soft) and removed fingerprints with cornstarch, but after baking my beads they all became white. I've tried to wash them with water, clean with alcohol and it helps only for a second. What could I do to remove white and return colors to my beads?
Is it OK to put raw polymer clay into water? I've seen you do it in a few videos, and I've done it, but it makes the clay sticky, I left it for a while and will come back and see how it is. I can't find much info about it on the internet but I've read that its not a good idea.
Can you use flour
Flour can get very gummy and stick to the clay. Cornstarch is better.
Can you make a tutorial about the illuionist locket please?!?!
Very good tips, thank you! I used to get rid of the fingerprints using baby wipe but now I'm gonna try the water spray as it will be surely less messy. :)
This is really nice!!! I appreciate this video! Thanks!