8 Best and Worst Polymer Clay Brands for Jewelry Making! (Sculpey, Fimo, Premo, Cernit, Kato)

[@arijohn8413]

I literally added that amazon kit to my cart 30 minutes ago but something told me to click on this video. So glad I did.

[@preciousaragon5110]

Same

[@jennifermurcia8182]

Same!! Lol

[@avi8782]

I really needed this video right now! Perfect timing!! Thank you! I’ve just started making polymer clay earrings and I’m trying to get better at my craft!! Thank you for the amazing videos!!

[@theslowhaus]

Yay so glad this came to you at the right time! Good luck with your jewelry making! 🤍🤍🤍

[@jeenajimenez7007]

Thank you for these videos! They’re so helpful! Could you possibly do a durability video and show us how “bendy” and durable earrings should be after baking? I’m constantly have trouble with breaking.

[@Amber-le8ds]

I used to have this problem as well, and I figured out I wasn't baking them long enough. I would suggest baking for 35 + mins. Fimo clay will become very felxable, super scuplty reacts in a different way and I wouldn't recommend using that brand for jewelry. Different brands have a different reaction to baking times and heat just make sure you are baking according to instructions.

[@user-yx2cn7dn6c]

Nine month late but I’d also love a video about this. I use Fimo soft since I can’t get my hands on anything else right now, and I find them breaking no matter how long I bake them. I’ve baked for 30 mins as the package says - they break. I bake for 45 minutes - they break. And yes I bake on the right temp, though my oven isn’t very good at keeping the temperature, it diffs 20 C up and down during baking 😕

[@Superfreaky2]

@@user-yx2cn7dn6c Hey, i use fimo soft and premo to make jewellery they are both amazingly flexible when baked however you need to condition them properly. If you dont condition them well enough the polymers wont bind together and they will just break.

[@barbbadgerjanssen1126]

So happy you advised us about Sculpey III. . I had purchased a lot of it and was able to return it for something else!!!!

[@lilysolomon6966]

I use Sculpy 3 for a lot for my jewelry and I have never had an issue with it. If it’s breaking I think it’s because you’re not baking it for long enough at the right temperature.

[@cjnoc]

I was shocked as well i have been using sculpey 3 and thought it was great! However, have no tried souffle so I can't exactly compare. I'll be buying souffle today!

[@YassiiSpazzi97]

i have sculpey 3 and it breaks whenever i bake it! :( what temperature do you bake it at and for how long?

[@cjnoc]

Update: I tried souffle and it is really better. Lmao

[@lilysolomon6966]

yas I bake it at 275 for One hour and 30 minutes. Make sure to cover the tray your baking in with tinfoil so that they don’t burn

[@YassiiSpazzi97]

The Crafter thank you

[@Ca_1021]

i'm so glad i watched this first! i'm wanting to get into jewelry making as well! great videos xo

[@OG_Beckie_Leigh]

Fimo Professional is the first clay I used, and I love it. The pure colors are great because I can use their color mixing formulas to get the exact colors I want every time. It bakes up great too. It also plays well with other brands of polymer clay. I definitely recommend trying it. I’ve tried the others, but I always end up going back to Fimo Professional. The Fimo leather effects is pretty cool too, but the colors don’t fully blend because of the fibers.

[@NailsbyAmbie]

Beckie Leigh Creates Hi what temperature do you bake it at and for how long?

[@OG_Beckie_Leigh]

Ambie Nu I follow the package instructions. 230 F for 30 minutes. I keep an oven thermometer in the toaster oven to make sure the temperature stays consistent.

[@saraamrhein3885]

I completely agree with you Beckie! Fimo Professional is hands down the beat clay out there. After 12+ years of working with polymer, I’ve tried them all and the best results come from Fimo Professional!

[@jelenammm4569]

Thank you for this! And how about Fimo Soft? Did you try it too?

[@emilylacey7838]

I was questioning going with this brand, is it hard to condition?

[@SunshineSomeday]

I love Cernit. I have used from all their different lines. The colors are gorgeous. And they have a soft mix that can be added in to make it easier to work.

[@CinnabunLove]

Which clay u like to add in cernit ?

[@221b-Maker-Street]

@@CinnabunLove Er... other Cernit clay!

[@blondietehdino]

Would you be able to do a video about the best/worst brands to buy findings/charms from? love the video 💖

[@erinmilam2577]

I am a seasoned clay artist i just found your channel, I am very impressed. I have been using Kato for 10 plus years, I started out with it, and i have not used any others... lol i was kinda afraid too try them. Yes I do love the primary color because i don't mix my own colors. Love and light!

[@FreddyFazeBear2221]

I am still using that clay. Thank you so much for the tip because I was starting to think it was me who couldn’t work with polymer clay properly. Or that I needed some type of tip or a machine or something to help condition the clay better.

[@mendoza6yami]

Thank you so much for this video💖!!! In the near future can you please make a video of how the clay should look like when it’s baked?

[@kstep334]

I’m so glad you mentioned the amazon kit. I ordered it and did not like for all the reasons you mentioned lol.

[@divahoney2001]

And i bought mine and arrived today and now i am depressed hahaha.

[@kstep334]

divahoney2001 what I have done with it is used it to mix with the other brands of clay for patterns, designs etc

[@tatianaivelisse8313]

I got it too 😭😭😭and now I'm watching this video lol. Sad noises

[@sistahcool3533]

It got me too! Mine thankfully was only $20 bucks

[@winnielangat990]

I bought it too, I thought i was doing something wrong. 🤦🏽‍♀️ that’s why i need to research more before wasting money.

[@taylormadrid6052]

I wish I would’ve come across this video before ordering that kit on amazon. Last night I tried making some and it was so hard to sculpt anything.

[@starvingartistscollective]

Yeah. Me too.

[@BeautifulCrazyy]

See if you can send it back. Amazon is so easy with refunds and returns.

[@BeautifulCrazyy]

Oops I'm just realizing how many months ago this was listed lol sorry

[@shakeriaprince782]

Me too 😭😭😭

[@crystaln8892]

I have used the first 3 she mentioned and never had any of the problems that she talked about. I make tiny food jewelry and no issues. Sculpty 3 glow in dark clay is the most awesome Ive ever seen! I bake at 260 for about 20 min. I dont know why she seems to have issues with it bubbling.

[@alexisforalexis2423]

Cernit is very strong even for thin jewelley. I am glad you verified it here since i had only tried fimo from other companies. Best wishes for your work and lots of inspiration. Thank you.

[@KnitandCrochet424]

Thank you so much for this video, I will be buying some of the Sculpey Souffle to how well it works.

[@ebunnyrose]

I love the sculpy soufflé but it’s sold out everywhere and I need to restock 😭

[@relaxingmusicchannel8955]

I found out that Sculpey products use animal ingredients which makes them not sustainable but Kato and Cernit are animal cruelty free hence why they are tougher than other brands. I recently made the switch to those 2. Having said that sculpey is working on a line that’s free from anima ingredients.

[@RosmerySolorzano]

Omg i sure hope so because I got kato but my hands are raaaawww from attempting to condition it and I say attempting because I've been at it for two hours and nothing !! I've tried a machine and my hands and nothing. I'm losing hope 😔😪

[@relaxingmusicchannel8955]

@@RosmerySolorzano yes Kato is a bit like that for certain colours. Cernit is much better for that reason ;)

[@RosmerySolorzano]

@@relaxingmusicchannel8955 I'll have to give that a try because this ain't it or im doing something wrong.

[@phoenixrising9484]

@@RosmerySolorzano I have that problem with Fimo Soft. Three hours! And it was still not conditioned.

[@saram4011]

@@phoenixrising9484 i have used fimo pro and soft and effect. All of them were sooooo firm and hard. I chopped them into very very very tiny pieces then added some drops of water mix it very well and knead it. Takes some time and effort but it will turn great. PS: don't add too much water or it will become sticky

[@aidahernandeznunez3157]

Thank you so much for the video! I tried Souffle and Kato and I fell in love with Souffle and I totally hate Kato. With the Souffle you don’t need to sand the peaces after baking because they look awesome and also there aren’t bubbles (it was a little bite sticky because the weather in Spain is super hot) with Kato is just the opposite. Bubbles, fingerprints, super hard to extrude... and I tried everything to avoid the bubbles and fingerprints, even working with 1 tile on top to make pressure and cleaning the surface after baking with pure acetone but the result was unsuccessfully! Thanks again! :)

[@221b-Maker-Street]

Kato makes truly _immaculate_ canes, though. You honestly won't get a crisper, sharper finish from any other brand of clay.

[@l_ines]

I bought a 62 piece clay kit, and I literally could not get my fingerprints on it! I highly recomened it, but always check the reviews!!

[@dianadiaz6353]

Thank you for these video!! Could you possibly do video and show us how you make including bake and after cuz since I’m try and still break my earring I did more that twice on bake and still is something I missed??

[@ginanfla]

Very informative!

[@tinacookieleesanchez6850]

Thank you for sharing 💗

[@katherinerodriguez6789]

Hello! I LOVE all of your videos. I was wondering if you have ever tried the craft smart brand?

[@Jules1280]

Hi Lisa! Also if you make canes or embroidery looking pieces you will want a firmer clay. You will have less distortion as you reduce the canes and it's easier to make those thin/small pieces in the embroidery pieces. Blessings!

[@egyptkiss07]

Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge !!!

[@monicasmith3534]

Thank you ! I will give all my sculpy III to my daughter to make beads for “friendship” bracelets

[@MartianCreations]

Same! 🤣

[@veanne]

i’m hoping to start a mini boutique with my mom where we make clay earrings as well as other items!! she’s so excited, but the truth is i don’t know where to start!! 😩

[@christinesinthecorner]

update?

[@veanne]

c h r i s t i n e d hey! we ended up not starting a clay earring boutique, but instead we created a candle & thrifted clothes boutique :) my mom is mostly in charge of the candles and my sister and i are in charge of clothes. we love thrifting so it was no problem. my mom found a passion in candle making and she’s so happy with it!! she’s starting small, mostly family and friends buying her candles. surprisingly i’ve been running the thrifting business pretty well :)

[@christinesinthecorner]

VEANNE awesome! Link?

[@genericlatte7374]

@@veanne thats so cute! Congrats on the family business

[@veanne]

@@genericlatte7374 thank you!

[@sheenapaulette5048]

I bought a 50 piece set for amazon before watching this. Literally 2 days before. Lesson learned. I find that when I bake it it’s flexible. I use the sculpey iii but find it brittle. It seems like the recommended bake time on the package is not right bc I read ppl saying they bake for 1:30 and the package says 15 mins per 1/4 inch. Dunno.

[@crystaln8892]

I have used the first 3 kinds she has talked about including the kind you mentioned and never had those issues. Once its cooled it is not flexible, it is sturdy. No bubbling. I bake at 260 for about 20 minutes for a whole pan worth. If the pieces are thinner I cut time by few min and if thicker I add 5 min. Never ever had an issue with any of them!

[@paitonhouchins9766]

This was SO helpful! Thank you! I made my first batch of earrings this week. I experienced some discoloration and struggled with working with my clay. after watching I realized it’s because I was using Sculpey III! Now to buy the brands you recommended! Will you make a video showing you making a pair of earrings from start to finish? I would love to see your process, and each step explained throughly! 🤍🖤

[@theslowhaus]

Paiton Houchins Glad I can help! I do have a video on one of my styles here’s a link: m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3zNYXyagsecj80 There will definitely be more BTS videos in the future! 💛💛💛

[@JessicaRibeiro-sc7di]

Thanks for the video, in my country i only knew the brand fimo and i was about to buy it until i saw the video, i found cernit today and i will try 😊 Thank you

[@sinuonnau9748]

Thank you so much for your tip and tutorial. Your video is inspired me so much. I'm going to have my small business soon. Love from Cambodia 🥰🥰

[@Theperilsofbev]

Thanks for such a detailed breakdown of the qualities of these clay choices 😊 I am a Premo girl, your video has given me the inspiration to try souffle! I've found Fimo to be both crumble AND sticky at the same time. How?! Needles to say, no Fimo for me lol I completely agree with your take on Sculpee original. It's like trying to work with frosting! I was wondering, with your tutorials, you mention clay conditioner - a lot. My question is, does it compromise the integrity of the clay itself? My thought is it may weaken it. What are your thoughts on it? Thanks again 🌹

[@joyceengland8781]

I use Katowice a lot. Tough sometimes but with a few drops of baby oil will soften it. Baby oil much cheaper! Same thing. Just a few drops though.

[@joyceengland8781]

Does not effect the quality of work.

[@saraamrhein3885]

Great video Lisa! Thanks for sharing! If you like Kato Polyclay, you should definitely try Fimo Professional, it’s way better without the odor 😉 I’ve been making polymer clay jewelry for over 10 years and I’ve tried all the clays and Fimo Professional is by far the best out there. The end results are great! I also think The Fimo effect line is really good too! Happy claying!

[@mapumolina7116]

Hi, I'm starting, would you recommend fimo basic?

[@nataliemarie8005]

This was so informative. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with others ❤️

[@cherriaydelotte8327]

Opps!!! I‘ll continue now as I pushed post too soon 🥴 Anyway, I would like to know if the Sculpy lll will be good to use for those??? I use Premo and Premo Soufflé regularly. I need some advice. Thanks so much and thank you, also for your very informative videos 🙂

[@yelloworangered]

Thank you. This is a lot of good information.

[@Sarshie]

Your sound is out. I dont know if its super obvious but im HoH and rely on lip reading so this video while informative was a real struggle to watch. Loved the I formation though.

[@theslowhaus]

Sarsha Rivers yes, sorry! It’s my terrible editing software. I recently got a new program that will be significantly better!

[@FAMC1111]

I bought the translucent Sculpy three would I be able to mix it with Sculpy premium or soufflé so it’s not going to waste or is that just going to waste more clay? 😢

[@msdee123ful]

Can you tell what to use for conditioning the clay

[@cristianamazenga9832]

pasta machine

[@ThamaraHolt]

where can you get that pasta machine?

[@Vonnies1929]

Very informative I needed this thank you!!🙂

[@airsolaja]

thank you

[@iolandaduarte2763]

Super helpful thank you ♥️

[@maggiesmith2208]

thanks for the video i do have a question my kids bought me fimo for my birthday but every block i open crumbles is this normal

[@emeraldpalacios8091]

This was SO SO helpful thank you! I love your videos! QUESTION: What about Sculpey Leather Effect Clay?

[@CinnabunLove]

I bought super sculpy living doll by mistake , what should I do now ? I am a beginner jewellery maker . Can I blend it with souffle or cernit to make jewellery??

[@kaceywilliams6607]

Hiya! Love your videos! What is the best metal jewellery kits you would recommend for backs, jumps hoops etc?x

[@melodyhenchi13]

So informative! Thank you!

[@victoriadenton704]

What about sculpey original? Any thoughts or experience with that clay?

[@jerinasunga1786]

I love your blazer! Where is it from?

[@barizab5682]

Thanks you for all the tips you gave on your video ,but sadly I bought sculpey III before watched this video. Do you have please , any recommendations of online shops with good services ?

[@tammywalker9976]

Tell me about sculpey original. Good or not good for earrings?

[@somemomentsoflove2668]

Thank you ! 🙏💓 I'll definitely try Sculpey souffle next time I make jewelry ✨👌

[@theslowhaus]

Some Moments Of Love yay! It’s wonderful. ☺️

[@michellekoai]

i already bought sculpey III tho😔 it's so hard to buy stuff in Canada...

[@Rain-ef2rj]

girl same! it's either out of stock or not available for us :(( are you starting a business?

[@michellekoai]

@@Rain-ef2rj yes, IKR! already started, just expanding my product selection:)

[@Rain-ef2rj]

@@michellekoai that’s really nice! did you buy from Michaels or from a different store?

[@michellekoai]

@@Rain-ef2rj Amazon & Michaels!

[@lorir8197]

This was such an awesome video Thank you

[@cafecondulce2820]

Thank you so much for this!!! I love the beige Super Sculpey but I have been reading it is not too good...that it can break easily...have you ever had issues with it? Any reports of breaking? I like to mix it with premo and kato

[@lizzyhannan3875]

I've just started using clay and did lots of research on baking and whether a clay should be flexible ... apparently they will be flexible because it is a plastic ... however if the oven temperature is right and it is baked long enough with a tile in the oven to stabilize the temperature it should be ok for jewellery. I bake for one hour in a convection oven at 160C and I've had no trouble with discolouring or bubbling even with really cheap clay. I plan to coat my clays in clear two part resin to make it super strong. However, the handling of some of the clay has been super soft and sticky ... no good for canes.

[@evelynduran5583]

What are your thoughts on arteza polymer clay?

[@christina413]

This is a great question. Have you read anywhere else the answer?

[@sunnieyes]

It's heard to hear you. I'm a new subscriber looking forward to learning a lot!!

[@annjacewicz9851]

Thanks so much for this information it’s a great help 😘

[@ashleyrivera6373]

Love this video, it was so helpful. Thank you!! I would love to see how you package your items :)

[@theslowhaus]

Ashley Rivera thank you! 💛💛💛

[@gloriamagdaleno1073]

Hi, Can you make a video on kato liquid clay?

[@mohammedaltahhan1389]

Thanks a lot you really helped me

[@giadajade00]

Could you try Das smart? I bought it but I haven't used it yet

[@vikolia]

Dang it! I got sculpey 3 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@hollylowery26]

Take it back if you can. It is very easy to break and chip.

[@jujuboo1992]

Same ):

[@maggieshadid3624]

It is very bad easy to break. I use with it all the Temperature but it same. I never buy it again

[@ChelleBCharms]

If you blend the III with other clays you’ll be just fine.

[@ThamaraHolt]

Hello I would love to see a video of how to condition Katopolyclay ... Do you think you could make one?

[@riyathemum9885]

I'm your new subscriber 😊 thank you for all the information very helpful 👍👍

[@tatianap.4977]

Thank you for the tips! I just ordered myself some sculpey soufflé. Do you have any tips on websites to buy tools for beginners? I want to learn how to make earrings ☺️

[@meligatt]

Thanks for your advice! really helpful :)

[@jimtheedcguy4313]

What nail polish is that?? My girlfriend loves it!

[@tammymundy5169]

Where are people purchasing clay right now? Everything seems to be out of stock!

[@katherynyoung9923]

I'm so aggravated at that! I just got my stimulus and wanted to grab some stuff and I can hardly find anything!

[@crystalwilliams6683]

polymerclaysuperstore.com/collections/sculpey-souffle-1-7-oz-bars polyclayplay.com/clay-polymer-and-more/ Here are a couple of sites. You will have to shop their sites to see if they have specifically what you're looking for. I hope this helps. Happy claying😊

[@tammymundy5169]

@@katherynyoung9923 thank you!

[@samelaguimaraes7770]

@@crystalwilliams6683 mostly sold out too :(

[@tammymundy5169]

@CHERRY CHERRY I saw reviews about this. I definitely steered clear of them. Thank you!

[@sherwinh1661]

hi there, which polymer clay should i get if i want to make plasticine looking rings and sculptures? with bright neon colours

[@queensydbobis2829]

Hi, do you think it is safe to mix different brand of clay in one project?

[@mayasofhianazaini629]

Any recommendations on where to get good quality earring hooks? :)

[@jasmine046]

Maya Sofhiana Zaini Etsy

[@mayasofhianazaini629]

Jasmine04 thank you lovely!

[@winniefarry]

where do you buy your jump rings and Shepards hooks from ? and also I absolutely love your videos!!!

[@dianapellerano8658]

I get 100 jump rings for 1$ at the dollar store if you have one of those Around

[@margek6335]

Diana Pellerano which dollar store?

[@MedullarisConus]

Hi, I'm looking to make ring and pendant mountings (gemstones settings). Is it necessary to put the clay in an oven after the desired shape is made or there's a way to make it dry without an oven? Does it stay strong or does it brake? I know nothing about it...Thank you.

[@toilandtroubleapodcastofth5306]

I bought soufflé and I bought a color from III is it ok to mix them? What would you suggest for the bake time?

[@Esme0704]

Really helpful ⭐️🌻🌙💖

[@MariyahAli94]

What about original sculpey I bought some in bulk and I have premo in colours on the way if I mix the two should I be okay? I’m worried about it being brittle I have so much of original sculpey too in plain white

[@chanelgarreffa2641]

I use sculpey 3 for jewelry and I have no problem with it

[@daisyaguilar7635]

Can you provide links to places online we can buy a variety of colors of soufflé clay please, thank you so much for the help for us beginners❣️🥰

[@Chanelong4]

Can you mix clay brands? Like Sculpey and Fimo?

[@leahmckinney6076]

Where is the best place to purchase jewlery brass charms & connecting pieces in wholesale quantities?

[@boluwatifefagbohun227]

Can I use kato poly clay for the kind of earrings you make ?

[@gengfan341]

Hi Lisa, this is a really great video :) thank u so much! could you share where can we get white/cream granite patterned coloured polymer clay? I've saw grey granite ones but havent been lucky with cream/white coloured ones :(

[@lexilomax4986]

I just started making earrings and I just discovered a new trick a few days ago...mix a small amount of gray granite with white clay and you get the white granite ;)

[@theslowhaus]

Hi there! I answer this question in my latest video and give a few clay options. 😊 here’s the link! m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5OVmWOce7-ZnK8

[@a.a9411]

Would you please attached the links of super scupper translucent?

[@beritblackie3168]

Super helpful, thanks so much from a Dane. 😊

[@sandradavis847]

Thanks.

[@saritasophia]

Where do you buy your cernit clay?

[@lelafull]

Hi! How about the Fimo Professional brand? Have you tried that one. If yes what do you think ? Im from montreal and it is hard for me to find the souffle clay.. there's more fimo professional.. please let me know if you have any feeebacks on that brand to make earrings. :-) Also another question... To soften more the clay what you think of putting vaseline on it so it makes it easier to work with it? Will the clay looks nice after baking it?

[@lelafull]

And thank you for your videos it helps alot for new beginners like me! 😊🌹

[@dianadiaz6353]

Why breaks so easy and how long should I bake I would love if could you show us how step to step please thank you again

[@lynetteshorten6043]

very helpful...I'm already frustrated with Sculpey lll...the ONLY one available locally in australia...DISAPPOINTED with the shops

[@MegaDani360]

Hello! If we only have a little bit of igloo would mixing it with translucent increase its volume?

[@camilachavez2067]

Hi! I bought Sculpey lll,what can I do? I bought a translucent Premo too, it is okay if I mix both??

[@Butterball2829]

yes that would be perfect to make it stronger!

[@nadinealbers9232]

From where do you get your sculpey Clay? I didnt find any website where the clay was available🙁😔

[@sidhartharora2542]

Hey the options u gave aren't available in India, do u know any clay options which would be available here

[@Tanvee]

What is the difference between Sculpey Premo the one with the pink label vs the Premo sculpey where the word premo is bigger than the word sculpey?

[@katiewest8195]

Where do you buy all your good clay?