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

[@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.

[@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! 🤍🤍🤍

[@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

[@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?

[@ebunnyrose]

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

[@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.

[@CinnabunLoves]

Which clay u like to add in cernit ?

[@221b-Maker-Street]

@@CinnabunLoves 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 💖

[@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!!!!

[@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 😭😭😭

[@Ca_1021]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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!!

[@lissabearrr]

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.

[@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!

[@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!

[@monicasmith3534]

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

[@MartianCreations]

Same! 🤣

[@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.

[@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

[@nataliemarie8005]

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

[@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! 💛💛💛

[@Thedancinggalah]

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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@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

[@Vonnies1929]

Very informative I needed this thank you!!🙂

[@KnitandCrochet424]

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

[@chanelgarreffa2641]

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

[@egyptkiss07]

Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge !!!

[@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?

[@somemomentsoflove2668]

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

[@theslowhaus]

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

[@katherinerodriguez6789]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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 🥰🥰

[@melodyhenchi13]

So informative! Thank you!

[@yelloworangered]

Thank you. This is a lot of good information.

[@annjacewicz9851]

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

[@emeraldpalacios8091]

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

[@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.

[@meligatt]

Thanks for your advice! really helpful :)

[@iolandaduarte2763]

Super helpful thank you ♥️

[@ginanfla]

Very informative!

[@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! 💛💛💛

[@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??

[@riyathemum9885]

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

[@thechocobotamer6938]

Dang it I just bought a pack of sculpey 3!

[@madelynnielsen9669]

same hahaha dang

[@tinacookieleesanchez6850]

Thank you for sharing 💗

[@lorir8197]

This was such an awesome video Thank you

[@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!

[@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 ☺️

[@jimtheedcguy4313]

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

[@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

[@tammywalker9976]

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

[@airsolaja]

thank you

[@sunnieyes]

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

[@kaceywilliams6607]

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

[@maeganmartinez2314]

This is so helpful! Thank you ❤️

[@theslowhaus]

Thank you! 😘😘😘

[@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 🙂

[@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 ?

[@Chanelong4]

Can you mix clay brands? Like Sculpey and Fimo?

[@sammy1206]

Thank you for this vid- I basically made rubber earrings lol

[@beritblackie3168]

Super helpful, thanks so much from a Dane. 😊

[@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!

[@sandradavis847]

Thanks.

[@lynetteshorten6043]

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

[@jerinasunga1786]

I love your blazer! Where is it from?

[@leahmckinney6076]

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

[@brittanyh9593]

I almost ordered the amazon kit but found some soufflé at my local store! I didn’t even watch your video prior to this, but I actually brought the right types of clay for the most part! Can you please share more about this conditioning solution? I have firmo and I actually like how firm it was after baking but it was so difficult to mold which is why I didn’t want to purchase it anymore. But if I have a conditioner maybe that will help. I didn’t see any issues baking with firmo/looking plastic (could’ve been my color selection) but I will keep an eye out!

[@jinde75]

I want to organize an earring making party for my daughter. I won't get sticky clay that doesn't bake well. They want to make something they want to wear later. Something easy that looks nice.

[@urbancloud8440]

Thank You So Much! This helped a lot. I have been planning to start a business and ordered clay from amazon but it was rubbery so now I'm looking to buy Soufflé Clay and hopefully it will be much better .

[@mohammedaltahhan1389]

Thanks a lot you really helped me

[@Esme0704]

Really helpful ⭐️🌻🌙💖

[@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❣️🥰

[@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

[@ThamaraHolt]

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

[@AnkisCreation]

Thank You, this is just what I need to know🤩

[@LindaMaricas]

In my country the "default" clay, that's easy to get in every hobby store is the brand Cernit (sometimes also FIMO), I assume cause that's European (like me), while Sculpey I assume is American. I remember even using Cernit as a kid (though that was probably from some of their softer kids line).

[@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? 😢

[@Mothershipmaher]

What about original sculpey? I cant find much on that product and accidentally bought 3lbs lol

[@akandanu401]

Yay so useful ❤️❤️

[@rubyg8892]

I think as a beginner, very unexprienced sculpter, i have only used fimo as its been scary trying other clays, espcially if my oven starts to play up, or i make a mistake in the sculpting process. I'm embarking to make earrings for friends at christmas, so ive been looking at alternatives mainly for the rteasons below. Howewvr that said, my mate uses fimo, creating very professional looking finhsed pieces with no other glosses or special clays. Fimo Soft- Very good clay and soft but sturdy on the hands, but can be a pain in the oven. Much like cookies, you can only tell if youve baked it enogh after it cools. I find it easy to work with, but if youre switching between colours they can merge easily, the pigments sticklingto your hands. Being a beginner out of all the clays fimo does, this was the easiest to get around with, just becasue of how easy and untempromentle it is. 7/10 for simplistic cartoon work. Fimo Effect- I can't stand this. The range is confusing but iv'e found it a weird bridge betwenen fimo soft and proffesional,so that is a small ease. I find that this is the most tempromental in the oven, and it does not work well with what i do with the proffesional/soft clay. It is good for having accents, but if you do not know what you are doing with this, the finsh can be weird sometimes and looking at it overall, id say that this it is not good if it is used as frequasatly as pure colour sin either the soft/proffersional range. Fimo Professional- This is probably the most balnced of clays fimo produces. It is very hard on the hand and borderline crumbly, sort of how other clays preform whe youve not sealed the bacg up well. The finihs i sgreat howver, wiht the colours getting bewtter come baking. It is very sturdy and does not have a tendency to break, hoevwr it does not blernd as easily. The plus side thopugh is that the pigment only really gets on your fingertips, and it does ot bolnd like glue to your table! - Have fun and lemme know youre opinions :) -- stay awesome as always!

[@D3DBATZ_Art]

I love Fimo clay. I’m going to try premo or get more soufflé I have block of sofffee it niceee. I got some sculpty 3 and learned the hard way. But it only a 4 blocks. One I got from a friend. I mostly do sculptures . But I have small details and I found sculpty 3 break 😢 But it good for big thicc things

[@ATouchofLiz]

Scared of Fimo? I’ve worked with Fimo for 13 years with absolutely no problems! It’s great!

[@victoriadenton704]

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

[@sherwinh1661]

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

[@CinnabunLoves]

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??

[@cherriaydelotte8327]

I made a mistake (forgot my glasses 🤦‍♀️) and, unfortunately, I picked up Sculpy lll. I make miniatures and magnets

[@mayasofhianazaini629]

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

[@jasmine046]

Maya Sofhiana Zaini Etsy

[@mayasofhianazaini629]

Jasmine04 thank you lovely!

[@rofllol255]

Weird, I’ve never had problems with sculpey III

[@Muskette04]

I've never had problems with sculpey 3

[@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

[@runningsrage5895]

Lol i probably should have done more research before buying alot of Sculpey 3. :/ I'm a beginner who wants to start making charms. Now I know not to get Sculpey 3 anymore, especially when I sell charms in the future.. Also I'm glad u said the kit isn't very good. I wasn't sure if i should buy it or not for charm making.

[@sofiaaliyah6539]

Hey if anyone could help me out. How long should I bake the Sculpey Soufflé for in the oven and at what temperature. I’m new to jewelry making :) thanks!

[@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?

[@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?