Polymer Clay Paint
polymer clay paint Can i add acrylic paints to polymer clay and bake it? i just bought a box of white sculpey and i want to add color to it.... is the acrylic colors will change after its baked??...
polymer clay paint
 Can i add acrylic paints to polymer clay and bake it? i just bought a box of white sculpey and i want to add color to it.... thanks =] There are various ways to change the color of polymer clays (**see below for note about the original boxed "Sculpey"). If you mix paint or other colorants into the clay to color it while raw, you *should not* use any which contain water (like acrylic paints--though you might get away with adding only a little). If you want to paint "on top" of the cured clay, the most common paint used is acrylic paint (usually two coats, or one coat of gesso then one coat of acrylic --after the surface has been degreased). What you *don't* want to use on baked polymer clay is any paint or clear finish that has a petroleum-based solvent in it (those clean up with paint thinner, and are are sometimes called "enamels"), and some spray paints or finishes which otherwise are fine may have the bad stuff only in their propellants. Those materials will eventually begin dissolving the clay, making it sticky or worse, but it may not happen immediately. Sometimes paints are "re-baked" after using on baked clay clay for certain effects and will be fine used that way. For example, "antiquing" a dimensional surface usually means applying an acrylic paint all over a surface then wiping the paint off just the upper portions leaving the paint in the lower areas (which creates a more dimensional look or a more "aged" appearance). Clear finishes are sometimes rebaked too after drying just to make them even "harder." (Btw, if you want a glossy surface on your paint or clay, many acrylics will naturally dry glossy, but if not you can always add a coat of water-based clear finish on top of the clay or the paint to give it gloss.) There is much more info about which paints and other colorants to use with polymer clay, as well as which sealers/finishes, on these pages of my polymer clay "encyclopedia" site: **be aware that Sculpey (the boxed, "original" version) is the weakest brand/line of polymer clay so it will not be strong after baking in any thin or projecting areas... SuperSculpey-flesh and Sculpey III are a bit stronger, but not as strong as all the other brands/lines (with FimoSoft being in-between) HTH, Diane B. |
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Using Pink Ribbons To Raise Money For Breast Cancer
Pink Ribbon Fundraising sell pink ribbon themed items to help raise money for breast cancer awareness. You can also display the pink ribbon fundraising items to raise awareness of the cause. The pink ribbon is a symbol of the cause that is easy to work into a variety of projects both simple and complex. Therefore fund raising chooses crafts that can be easily and quickly replicated.
Embroidery
1. Cross stitch a pink ribbon to use in other projects. Use a free pattern or purchase one from a designer that gives a portion of its proceeds to breast cancer charities. Dish towels, tote bags and aprons that have squares for cross stitching on are available at craft and fabric stores. Stitch your pink ribbon to these items or hang in a small frame.
Simply embroider the pink ribbon shape on pink ribbon hats, pink ribbon T-shirts or other pink ribbon awareness items. Use pink embroidery floss and stitch out the basic outline, or fill it in completely for a bolder statement. So, the embroidered hats and shirts are appreciated gifts for participants to wear in a Race for the Cure event.
Ribbon
2. Turn the simple pink ribbon into a pretty broach to wear. Cut a 4-inch piece of 1-inch-wide craft lace ribbon. Cut a 4-inch length of ½-inch-wide pink ribbon. Center the pink ribbon on top of the lace and glue in place. Loop the ends over themselves to form the traditional breast cancer awareness ribbon shape and glue in place. Hot glue to a pin backing. Glue a white or pale pink bead or artificial pearl where the ribbon intersects in the middle. Wear the pin on your shirt or display it on your hat or bag. Instead of a pin back, glue the ribbon to a pendant backing and wear it as a necklace.
Polymer Clay
3. The polymer clay is a versatile medium. It is easy to work with and you bake it to a hard permanent finish in an ordinary oven. Use standard clay tools or your hands to shape the polymer clay. Roll out a strip of pink clay with a mini rolling pin or a short length of wooden dowel. A 1/4-inch-by-2-inch strip is the perfect size for earrings and charms. Loop the strip of clay into the awareness ribbon loop. Stick a jewelry eye hook into the top of each ribbon you make and place on a baking sheet. Preheat your oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit. Bake the clay for 20 to 30 minutes as directed on the package. Remove and let cool. Place a small dab of jewelry glue where the eye hooks enter the charms to secure. String on necklace chains, attach to earring hooks or use in charm bracelets. Paint the charms with a clear gloss paint to add shine.
Just remember that pink ribbon fundraising merchandise is easy to find. You do want to look for pink ribbon wholesale merchandise. There are many places that sell pink ribbon fundraising in bulk at low wholesale prices.
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