How-Tos on Polymer Clay

Elaine shares the top five tools for working with polymer clay. Discover how to use these tools, including a roller machine, a clay extruder and more.

Take your polymer clay blending skills to the next level with Simmon's polymer clay blend. Witness firsthand how this technique creates a stunningly balanced spectrum of colors.

Award-winning mixed media artist Lisa Pavelka shares her polymer clay tip for keeping your finished clay project clean free of surface contaminants and any pesky spots.

Experience the versatility of polymer clay with this knitted texture plait project. Easily make it your own by changing the pendant shape.

Vitrium® clay—an air-dry resin clay—comes in transparent white or opaque white. Add color to either type using these two simple steps.

Generate extra income this holiday season with these straightforward Christmas projects crafted for selling at holiday bazaars.

Learn how to make your own clay cutters to create custom designs using metal sheet and polymer clay.

Learn how to create your own one-of-a-kind designs with liquid polymer clay sheets in this tutorial from author, jewelry-making expert and educator Tammy Honaman.

Polymer clay canes are a versatile staple in the jewelry-maker's skill set. Learn how to make butterfly-wing canes with these instructions.

Baking polymer clay is one of the most important steps. Learn proper temperatures and techniques with these instructions.

This lush design by polymer clay guru Christi Friesen is as pretty as a peacock. Follow along with her instructions to explore the possibilities of Kato Polyclay and create your own Peacock Pizzazz!

Lots of people ask award-winning artist Lisa Pavelka, “How do I get stuck polymer clay out of my texture stamps?” She has some tips for getting polyclay out of stamps in this quick Fire Mountain Fix tutorial.

Learn how to use a polymer clay gradient technique to make a millefiori jelly roll cane in this step-by-step tutorial led by world-renowned mixed media artist Lisa Pavelka.

Polymer clay guru Christi Friesen shares how to make a clay wig wag, a roll of clay with wavy stripes she goes on to use in all sorts of jewelry projects. This super-short and super-fun video how-to invites you to “clay playtime” with Christi!

Lisa Pavelka, renowned mixed media artist, is here with a sutton slice tutorial, one of her favorite polymer clay techniques. Follow along to make your own sutton slice design with Fimo® Professional clay and texture stamps.

Polymer clay guru Christi Friesen calls this little doggo a lump mutt. See how to make this adorable new pet using polymer clay— complete with perked ears, studded collar and little red tongue. Written instructions included below video.

Follow along with award-winning artist Lisa Pavelka as she gives step-by-step instructions on how to make a millefiori cane out of Fimo® Professional polymer clay, which can be used as clay cane leaves in jewelry designs.

Bend or straighten an already-baked piece of polymer clay. In-house jewelry designer Rose shares her tips for changing baked clay into the shapes you need.

Embellish jewelry tool handles and much more in this tutorial using a take on mokume gane with Fimo® Professional polymer clay and texture stamps. Explained step by step by mixed media artist extraordinaire, Lisa Pavelka.

Renowned mixed media artist Lisa Pavelka walks you through the steps on how to design with a millefiori jelly roll cane made from polymer clay in this jewelry-making video tutorial.

Award-winning artist and polymer clay guru Christi Friesen shows how to turn scrap polymer clay into a cane she describes as wiggly scribbly for unique clay creations to use in jewelry making.

Christi Friesen, award-winning artist and instructor, is here with some jewelry clay baking basics and tips such as the type of oven needed, putting a thermometer inside the oven and making sure to pre-heat for best results.

Award-winning artist Christi Friesen shows you how to make an owl pendant in this simple polymer clay tutorial that uses Premo! Sculpey® jewelry clay and some flat back rhinestone crystals.

Use a cloisonné technique with polymer clay in this dramatically sparklicious dragonfly project with polymer clay guru Christi Friesen. Follow along with her to shape wings from flat aluminum wire, then fill them with polymer clay and finish off by adding Crystal Passions® flat backs.

For a sweet holiday treat, swirl together seasonal hues of polymer clay to create these candy-inspired earrings.

Make a "sparkle flower" pendant in this polymer clay project led by award-winning artist Christi Friesen who walks you through the steps using Premo! Sculpey® clay, flat back hot-fix rhinestones and crystal headpins.

Learn how to make one of award-winning artist Christi Friesen’s favorite polymer clay leaves in this short and easy clay tutorial, using Premo! Sculpey® jewelry clay.

Mixed-media artist Lisa Pavelka demonstrates how to make faux dichroic glass with polymer clay. Get her tips for working with clay and foils in this tutorial.

Christi Friesen is here to cover all the polymer clay basics you could want, including how to condition clay, color blending, jewelry clay tools, clay baking tips, how to add beads to your polymer clay and more.

Award-winning artist Christi Friesen walks you through the creation process of sculpting lion heads out of polymer clay.

Learn with award-winning artist Christi Friesen how to fill filigree or other jewelry components with Premo! Sculpey® clay for personalized pendants.

In this DIY video, award-winning polymer clay guru Christi Friesen interprets sgraffito, an ancient technique of scratching designs through surfaces, into the modern medium of polymer clay. Follow along with her to build the layers and then apply the sgraffito technique to create a scratched design.

Learn to craft a stunning Polymer Clay Flower and Leaf Pendant in this step-by-step tutorial with renowned polymer clay artist, Christi Friesen, using Premo! Sculpey®, crystal beads, and other delightful jewelry materials.

Follow along with the award-winning polymer clay artist Christi Friesen as she guides you through creating your own version of her clay steampunk fish project using Premo! Sculpey® in this step-by-step tutorial.

Soft silicone molds let clay designers add intricate embellishments in less time. Polymer clay guru Christi Friesen walks you through the process of creating a heart shape and embellishing it with molded details.

In this video, we'll guide you through the process of creating a sheet of Kato Polyclay™ Clear Medium Liquid.

Explore the mesmerizing world of the Polymer Clay Mica-Shift Technique in our upcoming video.

Rose explains how to make a zipper cane, a polymer clay cane that may look complex, but is actually simple--especially with step-by-step instructions from this tutorial.

Learn the basics of creating a bullseye cane with in-house jewelry designer Rose Wingenbach. It's so easy!

Inspired by the goddess of spring, this seed bead and polymer clay set paints a beautiful pastel picture. Its gentle color scheme is perfect for wedding jewelry.

Renowned polymer clay artist Christi Friesen explains her favorite qualities of Premo! polymer clay and why it's her top choice for clay creations.

Sweet roses in bloom juxtapose with smiling skull ornaments in a mixed media headband, bracelet and earring set. Created with polymer clay, wire and beads.

Follow Christi as she leads you through this sparkling assemblage of a project and shows you the last two techniques to round out your polymer clay skill set.

Get ready to dive into polymer clay with this colorful undersea design. You'll gain an ocean of knowledge as Christi shows you a quick and easy technique for adding vibrancy and depth to your pieces.

Learn how create silicone molds and use ready-made texture mats to give your polymer clay beads new tactile dimension. Plus, how to emphasize depth using paint!

This blingy butterfly is the perfect project for practicing your rhinestone applications. Learn how to achieve brilliant sparkle with this mosaic-style embellishment.

Learn how to hollow out a faux stone pendant to create a secret, wearable window. Simple canes and transparent clay create a stained glass look with a truly magical effect.

Learn how to create a mysterious brooch in the fifth project of this series. Christi shows you how to create your own polymer clay bezel to capture your favorite cabochon in beautiful details.

Learn how to bring depth to your sculpted forms with mica powder! You'll be amazed how this simple technique can bring big luster and added interest to your polymer clay pieces.

Learn how this trendy pattern-making process makes mass-producing details a breeze. Simply roll out your base, create your design and cut!

Learn how to marble, twist and blend clay colors to create eye-catching patterns. Then take the detail a step further with jewels and pearls.

Christi Friesen leads us through the first project in the Secrets to Polymer Clay series--strata beads! Learn how to use simple canning and layered slices to easily form mesmerizing patters.

Honor loved ones and preserve treasured memories with this sentimental project. The pendant features tiny blooms and a space for a personalized message.

The Skinner blend technique has revolutionized the process of blending colors. Learn how to create this gorgeous look with this instructional video.

Join us for this easy-to-follow polymer clay tutorial and master the art of making a stunning polymer leaf cane using the Skinner blend technique. Discover the secrets behind crafting intricate and beautiful leaf canes that will add a touch of nature-inspired elegance to your polymer clay projects.

Before you can work with polymer clay, it must be conditioned. Learn different methods and the science behind them in this demonstrational video.

This miniature fruit and cheese platter looks good enough to eat! But with ingredients like polymer clay, Sculpey® glaze and E6000®, these tiny treats are only delectable to your creative palette.

Make a mundane bottle stopper into a fantastic centerpiece by embellishing it with polymer clay flowers and greenery.

For quick-and-easy style with a sporty feel, use black lip shell as a checkered inlay on a cuff bracelet!