Getting Started With Polymer Clay: What Polymer Clay Brands to Start With

[@koinijikoimizu]

I genuinely wish more people spoke about Kato and FImo clays on YT. Far too often, everything clay-related is from the Sculpey lines of offerings. This was a great video, thank you!

[@sandramccormick8326]

Brilliant video! When I started working with polymer clay, the internet didn't exist and the only clay available to me back then was fimo.... Now, thanks to the internet, we are spoilt for choice! Thank you for this video and explaining which are the best clay for which technique! I'm very excited for this series 🤗

[@thefairyqueen369]

Same here lol! I managed with just Fimo and it cam out great but as my hands became tired of softening the clay, I was pleased when the newer softer clays came in! Agree this was a great video!

[@sandyduell2396]

This is great it took a long time to figure this out. Just like beads - no one is really showing us how to make different beads. I got into polymer clay because beads can be expensive and polymer clay seemed to be the answer. Basics and simple principles are terrific.

[@michelleh8895]

Thanks for another great video! I’m a huge fan of Pardo, and did just want to note that there are two lines in the brand, both very different. The Jewelry Clay is a very good all-purpose clay, and great for faux effects, as you mentioned. It’s similar to Premo in consistency. The Art Clay is much firmer, similar to Kato or Fimo Professional in consistency, and it’s terrific for caning! Thanks again :-)

[@liletteautrey8481]

Thank you, you are helping me so much with this. I really was not sure which one to use.

[@noemicarrion6883]

Thank you so much! It definitely helped. I wish that I had seen this video before I went buying crazy lol.i will continue to watch your videos thank you for sharing it with me

[@sherralieberry-majeski5972]

Just the tutorial I have been waiting for.

[@ymrelang]

Thank you!!’ Very nice video. I like to know if you mix your clays.

[@bjuana13]

What about the original sculpey

[@JessamaTutorials]

I have not been able to get hold of original sculpey so I don't currently have an opinion on it either way.

[@bjuana13]

@@JessamaTutorials ok thank you

[@Penny.Royalty]

I always appreciate recommendations! Thank you!!

[@CrixJoki]

Good info :) I just got Premo glitter clay, I find those are hard as F to work with, any tips on how to use them (prep them) for me, I just get grains, wont hold itself together....seems like it doesnt matter how much I warm it up and trying to work with it....

[@JessamaTutorials]

Personally I don't buy those ones. I find it's easier to make your own. Adding a bit of glitter to soft clay is much easier.

[@MissChelle]

Where abouts do you get your clay in Aus? & which clay is the least fingerprint prone? Love your channel!❤️🇦🇺

[@JessamaTutorials]

I always get my clay from here. Great seller. polymerclay.com.au/ I personally find that kato is the best when it comes to avoiding fingerprints.

[@lizav2871]

Which one do you recommend for miniature baby faces? Im a beginner.

[@JessamaTutorials]

I'm afraid I'm not the person to ask about this as I don't do any sculpting.

[@molliefisher2949]

dunno why ppl hate on fimo , its not hard , its amazing

[@lishalamprecht8669]

Would 100% noot recommend Clayologie. Way too flexible and difficult to sand. Burns easily as well.

[@KP-nx8lo]

I have a question? I keep seeing videos on that new fimo leather effects clay and was wondering if you have given it a try yet? Or if you could do a review on it with a easy project to make using it? That would be greatly appreciated thanks

[@JessamaTutorials]

I just got some the other day and I'm working on some tutorials.

[@Somon5959]

If i want clay to make faces which one is better

[@sueyounglove9253]

Thank you Samantha.

[@littledebbieelliott4414]

Is there any brand I can mix with my sculpey 111 to make it not so brittle?

[@JessamaTutorials]

Mixing 3\4 Premo to 1\4 Sculpey 3 seems to give it a bit more strength.

[@littledebbieelliott4414]

@@JessamaTutorials Thank you so much. I love watching your videos.

[@veldblom713]

Hi. Im from nz. We have nz made clay called du-kit. Any idea if this is an ok clay to use? Im researching before i start buying.

[@JessamaTutorials]

I'm not sure. I've never given it a try or heard of it. You'll need to buy a small amount to test things such as texture, strength, flexibility and such.

[@engjennielish]

What the best Fimo or Cernit to make keychain?

[@JessamaTutorials]

Both work really well.

[@sherralieberry-majeski5972]

Excellent advice.

[@meggan6989]

Which brand would you recommend for making kawaii charms? I've seen a lot of people using Fimo

[@JessamaTutorials]

I've never made those charms, but strength wise, all of these brands will do.

[@meggan6989]

@@JessamaTutorials thank you ❤️

[@yaver999]

Great!! So informative.Thank you

[@MaliAndDreams]

In Germany Cernit is less expensive than Premo 😁 Pardo and Kato are more difficult to get and even more expensive here

[@leonanelson2444]

Thank you very much

[@alaiaflowers2154]

I would like to know what would you or anybody recommend me to use for making keychains pls help😭☺

[@JessamaTutorials]

Premo is a good brand to go with.

[@alaiaflowers2154]

@@JessamaTutorials thank you❤

[@sueellens]

Thank You!

[@AnkisCreation]

Thank You very good tutorial

[@jannethcameron3009]

Thanks

[@cw4608]

Is it OK to mix different brands of clay?

[@JessamaTutorials]

Yes. Just find the average between the two brands baking temperatures and bake.

[@marialicatese9838]

Thanks again for a great tutorial! Years ago when I started playing with the clay, I started with Sculpey III. After searching why my pieces were fragile, I know it was the clay I was using and my oven temperature. So I’ve been using premo for quite awhile now. I still have a lot of sculpey III left. Any suggestions on how I can use some of it up? Will mixing it with premo make it stronger ? Maybe like 1 to 3 ratio? I hate to get rid of it if it’s still usable. TFS

[@JessamaTutorials]

If you mix 1 part sculpey 3 in with 3 parts of premo is will be strong enough to use.

[@marialicatese9838]

@@JessamaTutorials thank you!

[@Sarlacc_]

What is “canes”?

[@JessamaTutorials]

Here is a playlist with all my cane videos in it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGSten1uetKCrLc

[@Sarlacc_]

@@JessamaTutorials cool thanks

[@Galactic_Empire_Ruler]

Is Cernit and kato vegan friendly?

[@JessamaTutorials]

I'm not sure. You'll have to look it up as it's different for each brand.

[@nevaehjones9089]

I'm going to use sculpey 3 because it is best for beginners

[@bobbyboy4496]

Try buying in the uk . Nightmare , most clays are american

[@JessamaTutorials]

Try this site. They have a wide variety of clay brands.

[@bobbyboy4496]

What site lol theres no link

[@JessamaTutorials]

Lol. Sorry about that. www.happythings.eu/us/clay-mediums/

[@bobbyboy4496]

@@JessamaTutorials lol thata ok . Thats not in the uk either its Netherlands... I have found a couple in uk .. Easy sells primo but its £11 delivery lol and a couple other places have limited or no stock i bought my kids this one from Amazon..www.amazon.co.uk/Polymer-Colored-Modeling-Accessories-Storage/dp/B07GD9JP79/ref=sr_1_20?dchild=1&keywords=Polymer&qid=1609307855&sr=8-20. and they love making things and putting them in the oven so I really want to find a decent clay

[@connierathbun2189]

Thanks!