Q&A

How do you make polymer clay earrings smooth?

How do you make polymer clay earrings smooth?

Many people use a Dremel to sand the edges of their earrings after baking. This removes the excess clay from using cutters (see above) and makes a smooth edge. Other people use a bit of sandpaper. Either way, you should not be spending much time on this.

Which polymer clay is best for Jewellery?

Sculpey polymer clay is a favorite molding compound in the jewelry-making industry, especially for sculpting. Incredibly soft and supple, you won’t find an easier clay to work with than Premo! Sculpey for all your creative endeavors.

Are polymer clay earrings worth it?

Polymer clay earrings are wildly popular and very trendy right now. They’re easy and fast to make, which means you can make them in every color to match your wardrobe. You can also make them quickly to sell for a little extra cash. With so many sellers producing these fun little fashion accessories, you want yours to stand out as unique.

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How do you make earrings with imprint clay?

Imprinted clay works really well for a stud-style earring. To create stud earrings, choose a clay or cookie cutter that’s very small (small enough to fit on your earlobe). Then place the cutter over a part of the pattern that you’d like to cut. Carefully press down on the clay evenly until the cutter reaches the mat.

Can You bake on paper instead of polymer clay?

To avoid both problems, bake your items on a piece of paper. Yes, paper. It won’t burn at the low temps we use for baking polymer clay. Just lay your items on paper, then set the paper on the tile or a baking sheet.

Do you have to sand clay before baking earrings?

When you use a cutter to cut earring shapes from a slab, there is usually a fine edge of clay that remains around the shape. Make sure to remove this excess bit of clay as part of your finishing process. Some people like to sand it off after baking, but you might find it easier to remove this edge before baking.