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Sanding and buffing polymer clay in 10 minutes

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Forgive my ignorance but I didn’t realize Clay could be buffed so shiny! I mean, it’s soooo shiny. And according to this video tutorial (which has English subtitles) you only need 10 mins to achieve this high polished polymer clay. You can watch the full tutorial below.

Buffing your clay opens up the opportunity to try different techniques and new and exciting clay projects. This tutorial uses wet and dry sandpaper and Dremel buffing tool. If you don’t have a Dremel drill then you are going to need a whole lot of elbow grease.

 

 

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  2. I recently paid for a sanding and buffing tutorial, however yours was so much more informative. I did not know about flat vs curved pieces. Thank you for sharing your knowledge v

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POP! – Perspectives on Polymer

POP! – Perspectives on Polymer

Contemporary Craft is thrilled to be hosting POP! – Perspectives on Polymer June 25-29, 2022.  A five-day celebration of contemporary work in polymer, the event will have something for everyone who loves polymer clay.  POP! will feature four workshops along with virtual talks by some of the best polymer artists in the country, an exhibition of small works in polymer, and a curated feature in the Store. The opening reception will be held on Saturday, June 25, 6-8 PM, and will be free and open to the public.

POP!’s focus on workshops and the materiality of polymer makes this boutique event more than just a conference. Each participating artist was selected for their unique perspectives on polymer and the exciting ways they are moving the medium forward. The featured instructor for the event is Jeffrey Lloyd Dever, whose pioneering techniques in polymer have made him one of the most respected artists in the field. His jewelry and sculptural objects have been shown in many national invitational exhibitions, and his works are represented in numerous private collections, galleries and museums.

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