Tips For Doing The Teardrop Skinner Blend Properly - (Polymer Clay Ombre Tutorial)

[@PumpkinPails]

I haven't worked with polymer clay in such a long time and just recently decided to pull out all my clay supplies out of the closet. I remembered how much I enjoyed watching your videos back when I first discovered polymer clay and have been rewatching and going back through the backlog of videos I hadn't watched. It resparked my love of clay and brought up a lot of memories of all the stuff I've made thanks to you. I hope to see you come back to KZbin soon.

[@Just_Javier]

This video blew my brain away, this is amazingly simple in the best way. I've been working with plasticine all my life and for some reason this never occurred to me. I've recently started working with polymer Clay and will definitely try this.

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful comment! I do hope that it helps you with your further exploration of color and polymer clay. Have fun!

[@flyred77]

Best Blending video I have watched. No one gave more information in such a short time and most never gave this much in their tutorials at all. Thank you so much, from the bottom of the heart. I feel so empowered now.

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Wow Marietta, thank you so much for the kind comments! I really appreciate it! 💖

[@barbaramorris6118]

Wonderful information! Several of those tips about how to straighten and control the blend in ways were just what I wished I knew how to do -- especially that pesky long tail in the middle! Thanks!

[@Pottymoon]

This is the first skinner blend ‘toot’ that has actually gone in my head and stayed. You’re the best!

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Thank you soo soo much! I am happy to be stuck in your head! LOL 😊

[@Pottymoon]

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[@Sillywabbit5]

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[@PolymerClayTutor]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you're enjoying the channel!

[@MotionWZRD]

Honestly the best clay tutor. Name lives up to its standards.

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Wow what a kind thing to say! Thank you!

[@oliviarinaldi5963]

I specifically went looking for a quick and easy to understand skinner blend tutorial and after looking at several that were so-so, I found this one and it is exactly what I needed. I wanted someone who would show me hands on putting it into the pasta machine! Thank you so much! You answered my questions and I could see for myself and your analogy of "staying in the lanes" was spot on! I am now subscribed to you. I don't know if you're still doing videos, but I hope so. Thank you for this wonderful video.

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Thank you so much Olivia for the kind and generous words! I appreciate it! 💖💖💖

[@dr.christopherjohnson8632]

Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, and love all over the world, I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust if you don't mind. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?

[@WickedMissy69]

I’m very, very late to the party here but your videos helped me so much when I was starting out! I’m not sure if you backed away for personal or business reasons, but the polymer clay world is missing you for sure! Thank you again 🥰

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Thank you so, so much for coming in here and sharing these kind words! It means a lot!

[@pansycole2112]

I've been bingeing on your videos because I am looking for a hobby and something to do when I retire in a few years. Thanks to your videos, your talent, your very clear instructions and information I think I have found what I will be doing before I retire. This will be my side job, side hustle, vacay fund. I will be going out starting this week to get the basics to start. Thank you so much!

[@PolymerClayTutor]

You are so welcome Pansy! I wish you tons of success with your new Side Hustle! 💖💖💖

[@Sillywabbit5]

“Stay in your lane” is now going to stay in my brain! Thank you 😊

[@Peepsyx3]

"stay in your lane" LOL why this made me laugh, she is so adorable lol. God Bless.

[@AttorneySmith]

Thanks!

[@PolymerClayTutor]

You're very welcome!

[@NancyPerryRE]

This is the 2nd video I have watched of hers. I learned so so much in 2 videos that watching 50 of others didn't teach me. Thank you!

[@sachavermazeren6336]

Glad I joined, learned a lot already, you are a good teacher, thank you.

[@magnolia2]

Please come back soon! I understand the other stuff has been taking up years but you are missed!♥️✨

[@PolymerClayTutor]

That is very sweet! It is nice to be missed!

[@cindiraethayn4809]

I've been claying for years and still learned somethings...Thank you thank you thank you 😘💜

[@artsydancequeen2964]

Thanks for this. Hopefully now my skinner blends will turn out correctly!

[@ericamanda01]

Thank you for this! I have been working with clay for years and these are great tips for every skill level. I always feel like I have too much scrap clay from my blends, but the tip about reshaping will help so much!

[@dr.christopherjohnson8632]

Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, and love all over the world, I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust if you don't mind. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?

[@alyssagardner-vazquez5400]

I’m just getting into crafting with clay and your channel really puts me at ease with how much I know I have to learn. I love it but definitely saw/see myself getting overwhelmed and your videos are really what are helping me so much right now! Thank you so so so much!!!!

[@dr.christopherjohnson8632]

Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, and love all over the world, I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust if you don't mind. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?

[@keyshagodfrey4980]

Thank you for doing this. I have a question. Is there a way to make it wider to make more items out of it, that can show all the colors. It seems like more lengthy than wide to try to make things to include the yellow and the bottom color.

[@kimhuff]

Love this. I've never been able to get the tear drop blend to work but now I think I can. Thank you!

[@dr.christopherjohnson8632]

Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, and love all over the world, I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust if you don't mind. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?

[@moira991]

Thanks! I've done skinner blends before, but your techniques for controlling width and sripe-iness were well worth watching.

[@dr.christopherjohnson8632]

Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, and love all over the world, I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust if you don't mind. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?

[@karenbitter8857]

very helpful Cinday, as I am starting to canes tomorrow! Got some premade pendants coloring today!!!!

[@Haydenmonroewood]

Thank you, Cindy! THE best tutorial about skinner blend I’ve seen. You answered exactly the questions I had and explained it perfectly!

[@dr.christopherjohnson8632]

Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, and love all over the world, I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust if you don't mind. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?

[@lizrichardson3309]

Thank you Cindy! I love the Teardrop blend method and this will help me get better results! I understand the process much more now. Thank you!

[@jennylamb8470]

Wonderful tutorial!!

[@fkish334]

Thank you for the clear explanation

[@nimue131]

Wonderful tips. I always wondered how to take care of those wonky ends.

[@MichelMcDonald]

I found an awesome tutorial for a kaleidoscope which I'm going to use to make a gift for someone, but I was having trouble with the clay because it kept getting wider and wider and the fold was getting too small. I forgot about holding your fingers in there to restrict the width, so thank you for reminding me. I was smooshing it back together, and that worked, but it kept getting wider and wider and it wasn't blending anymore. So this helped. Thank you.

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Glad I could help!

[@noeraldinkabam]

I’m gonna watch all your stuff. Sad you stopped. Is the peacock cane in your list?

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Thank you so much for your sweet comment! We haven't stopped for good... we've been working on our website, and we should be back on KZbin soon. We do have a weekly LIVE Q&A Broadcast on Facebook if you would like to join us. It's every Wednesday at 12:00 Noon Pacific Time on our Facebook Page facebook.com/polymerclay Hope to see you there!

[@brandydeemeek]

Could u please do a tutorial on the 2 half flower earrings u have on the table when ur showing diff things to so with diff canes pretty please. They r red and the orange ones . Thank u

[@evalaraine9985]

Thank you! Nailed it first time

[@annettenichols4939]

Thanks so much. Was having lots of trouble & I think this clears up the problems. Will try again 😊

[@terribanerian5216]

I was having trouble with my blends and this came at the perfect time. Thank you so much. I learn so much from your videos.

[@Christine-south]

This video was so helpful! It is great that your tutorials target clayers of all different levels!

[@dr.christopherjohnson8632]

Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, and love all over the world, I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust if you don't mind. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?

[@BelindaPort]

I love the practical nature of your video clips. TFS. Could you perhaps also comment on the use of UV resin for polymer clay? And perhaps compare the various brands? It is quite an out lay of money and I don't know whether it will turn yellow, become brittle, change the colour or crack after some time.

[@winstonchaychel]

In my experience UV resin hasn't yellowed (it says it's good for 10 years before yellowing), it hasn't cracked on me either. I buy a brand in a purple bottle on Amazon that ships from overseas to the US, so it takes a little bit of time to get here but worth it. It's also cheaper to get it that way VS buying a small tiny 5ml bottle you'll only get a few uses out of. I then pour some from my bigger bottle into my smaller one with the control tip if needed, but usually I can place some on an old silicone mat and use a toothpick for more control.

[@dr.christopherjohnson8632]

Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, and love all over the world, I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust if you don't mind. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?

[@janetwebb2701]

OMGosh your videos are addictive!

[@SC-bg8wf]

Great video, you seem cover all the special tricks to get good results.

[@4angels1111]

Great tips for controlling things and getting a smooth blend! Thanks, Cindy!

[@dr.christopherjohnson8632]

Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, and love all over the world, I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust if you don't mind. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?

[@soleileil]

Come back please! I miss your videos :(

[@a.a9411]

Hello Cindy, I’ve just found your page and watched couple of your videos, their great clear and thorough. Thank you so much for sharing your super valuable experience with us. Best wishes. Arezoo

[@Chezyxxx]

I’m new to polymer clay and your videos have been the most helpful so thank you for sharing everything. I’ll be watching more soon 🥰 xxx

[@dr.christopherjohnson8632]

Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, and love all over the world, I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust if you don't mind. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?

[@allesnixmitanne3738]

What an awesome and helpfull Tutorial

[@ivonepereira4806]

Can you make frosting with white liquid polymer clay instead of translucent liquid clay? Also does bake and bond work to make the frosting but using a bit of polymer clay? Thanks

[@momgib2000]

I've been re-watching some of your videos to "brush up" on a few techniques. Thank you for so many wonderful tips! I hope everything is ok with you!

[@dr.christopherjohnson8632]

Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, and love all over the world, I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust if you don't mind. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?

[@annettamoses4356]

Great video. I’ve been having trouble with blends. I think this will really help. ☺️

[@dr.christopherjohnson8632]

Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, and love all over the world, I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust if you don't mind. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?

[@traceyowen6136]

Thank you that's great information 💜👍

[@fannyslam]

gorgeous blends as always, hoping i can master it soon as i want to make a sunset cane!

[@dr.christopherjohnson8632]

Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, and love all over the world, I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust if you don't mind. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?

[@madhorsey1232]

Could you do a review on super sculpey living doll clay??

[@sallycooper7677]

thank you! you've addressed some problems i've had doing this! :) very helpful!

[@dr.christopherjohnson8632]

Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, and love all over the world, I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust if you don't mind. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?

[@SCJennifer66]

Hi Cindy! I hope all is well with you. I just wanted to let you know that I miss you and your videos. I'm rewatching a lot of them to refresh my memory. I seem to always find something I missed or have forgotten from the first time around! Take care and I hope you can make it back when real life permits. :)

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Thanks Jen... I will be back :)

[@melissadar6273]

Hey!! I just became a fan about a month ago and can't stop watching your videos! Any chance you can show how to do some speckled clay like a speckled egg or something? Thank you so much!

[@heypiggy]

Hi Cindy! I'm a newbie Poly baker and every time I bake flat clay it dents in the middle, would you know why they is? Thank you!! Your videos are all so helpful ❤️

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Alexa L Hi there, I have a video where I show how to bake flat pieces on my channel that should help with your problem.

[@ΔήμητραΤσιαρα-λ9τ]

Perfect video. I love that it is in real time.

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Glad you liked it! 💖

[@AveryCreates]

I've just discovered your channel and I really love your tutorials! I just bought my first batch of polymer clay and I'm excited to play with it. :) Much love from PA, USA.

[@dr.christopherjohnson8632]

Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, and love all over the world, I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust if you don't mind. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?

[@my93agestav]

Som much-needed it's a lot easier than skinner tanks a lot

[@siriratana05]

I very appreciate. Thank you so much

[@veronica.foxx1025]

Thank you so mutch I know now how to do it. Can you do a how to use liquid clay? I can't figure out how to do it

[@marianichols2986]

Can’t do it in face book but able to do it in KZbin

[@itsjustjade.]

Hi Cindy! I have a question about baking. I know you've heard it all before but I thought I might give it a shot. so, what I would like to know is, if you recommend that we back for 1 hr, then at which temperature? would that be 1 hr at the manufacturer's recommended temperature? additionally, where does the 15 minutes for every 1/4 inch come from. that's such an arbitrary measurement, 1/4 inch of what, thickness, length, volume?

[@winstonchaychel]

Wonderful tutorial, thank you! I also love the Skinner blend earrings ☺️💕

[@manyashabra8786]

Do I need to put liquid clay while blending

[@qleartearcrusade9361]

I just ordered a bunch of clay at Michaels. Never worked with Polymer before but I'm excited to make the skinner blends. I do have a question though. I notice there is faux leather polymer and so many other interesting clays with sparkles, glitter, etc. My question is, is there anything special about the special effects clay that you can't do yourself with just regular polymer. I notice there's so much on the market that you can get to make impressions and such on clay and you can spend a fortune (which I don't have), so is it possible to do a lot of this yourself without buying different types of clay that have several effects??? Just wondering if I'm the only one with this question?

[@artsygigi]

What is the best kind of polymer clay is the best?

[@valhadfield6563]

Thank you Cindy, that was really useful information. Blessings

[@mesalea.s2287]

good morning what can of glue can i use tglue baked polymer on copper metal thank you for answering

[@cmarkme]

Thank you Cindy, I will keep practicing at canes.. My first attempt was a Blob Cane!!

[@dorothymachado5027]

I am having a great time watching your videos thank you. I bought a ceramic tile for baking however it is not glazed can I still use it

[@0LorreneBaumDavis0]

great tips.

[@sofiaespinosa1866]

Hi!! First I love ur videos Do I think u can make rings?? I had being trying to do it, but is hard for me to make them correctly, also that look more precessional, thank u

[@tessloucka5475]

I'm trying to make a polymer clay doll head but I can't make it smooth. How can I get into the small cracks and crevices of the face, like around the nose and lips, without deforming the whole face? Also, once the clay is fired how do I get rid of the matte, mushy feeling? Any tips would be super helpful to me. Thanks

[@khushboonahata5190]

How....your vedios are quite helpful.....wanted to know how is OYTRA polymer clay and NARA polymer clay

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Thank you! I don't have any info for you on those two brands of polymer clay... I haven't even heard of them yet.

[@Sepidehify]

Love this video! Thank you!!!!!♥️ question.. Is it safe to bake polymer clay painted with acrylic paint?

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Yes it is!

[@RameyRocks]

I was just wondering why you don't make videos anymore? I miss your helpful fun videos! 😥

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Sorry we've been away for awhile upgrading our new site and membership. We will come back as soon as possible though. In the meantime, keep watching these videos. There are several hundred to keep you busy! :)

[@margiejoy4929]

Thanks for all the info.

[@cutescarydolls]

Hi Cindy, can I make a bonsai pot of fimo? being baked is no problem for water? THANKS

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Sure! Polymer clay is waterproof so you can definitely make a plant pot out of it. Just use a strong brand and make sure to bake it properly so it holds up. Have fun!

[@axialenigma9951]

Are you going to be doing anymore videos?

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Yes Sydney I will be as soon as we can. Thanks for asking :)

[@amulyat5447]

is there a way you can do it without the machine?

[@b.claudinebouchard5448]

Thank you so much for clarifying the situation. I guess there are no shortcuts in PC. 😙😗

[@Bastet62]

Thank you so much for showing what to do when the clay gets too long and thin to fold!!

[@margaretcomella3318]

Hi Cindy. I haven't been here in a few years. I'm playing with junk journaling these days. I have a LOT of Premo that is at least 4 years old and the blocks are pretty hard. They've been in room temperature all this time...65 to 72 degrees. Does it ever get too old to condition back to life? Any advice on how to do that? I came by to see what Cernit is & found your video on it. It was good to see you again! But I'm concerned YOU haven't been here in years either! Are you okay?! Sending good thoughts!!🙏🌞❤

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Hello Margaret, thank you so much for your kind words and your concern. We are doing ok and will be back on KZbin soon. We stepped away to do a rebuild on our business, and it has taken way longer than expected. We have continued to do a weekly LIVE Q&A Broadcast on Facebook, which everyone is welcome to participate in. It is every Wednesday at 12 noon Pacific Time on our Facebook Page: facebook.com/polymerclay I regard to your older clay it should be fine. I have several videos here in my channel for conditioning hard polymer clay using a variety of techniques. You'll want to check those out. Thanks for checking in, and hopefully we will be back producing new content for KZbin soon. Take care!

[@margaretcomella3318]

@@PolymerClayTutor THANK YOU! I had no idea you were on Facebook in that way! Good to know all is well! Thanks for the help!🌞

[@ImGinaMarie]

@@PolymerClayTutor Glad you are OK!!!! I was worried as well, this world is too big..I sound exactly like Margaret into the junk journaling era at the moment.. I miss polymer clay but I'm lost in multiple other crafts too. Quilting, Spinning, Weaving, Junk journals and collage art, including gelli art. So many crafts, so little time.....ahhhh lol...See you soon!! Glad your business is well too!!

[@peposlava]

@@PolymerClayTutor I simply cannot wait for your next video. I have clicked on that notification bell for the first time in my life.

[@PolymerClayTutor]

@@peposlava :)

[@joanadias807]

You should come back , your videos where so useful

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Thank you, I will. We're just working too hard behind the scenes right now to make new KZbin videos, but as soon as we are done our new website upgrades, we will come back. Thanks for caring! 💖

[@BornAgainFarmGirl]

I have a QUESTION ? Do you think India ink work to color polymer clay ? Thanks 😁

[@grannyjclay-joannieholdhus925]

Awesome, Cindy! You are sooooo easy to follow and that is very much appreciated! Thank you for sharing your wonderful knowledge with all,of us!!! God bless you! Oh, I love your haircut too!😘❤️

[@veronica.foxx1025]

Do you have a hard time doing anything in clay?

[@dr.christopherjohnson8632]

Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, and love all over the world, I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust if you don't mind. I'm Doctor Christopher Johnson from San Francisco, California, where are you from if I may ask?

[@sallyreynolds8340]

As always thanks soooo goood👍💜🖤

[@DCANOTXZ]

Hello I’m new to polymer clay. I had purchased while back like more than 3 years ago some polymer clay and trying to used it but it’s very hard. My question it’s the polymer clay expires? Thanks

[@sallie6]

could you do a tutorial with how to make mermaid tails flexible. I see the girls on youtube are adding translucent to their clay to make their mermaid tails or fairy wings rather flexible after baking but I don't know how much to add.

[@mone3757]

Where did you buy that cupboard for your polymer clay?

[@butterfly-iu5ig]

Hi, I love watching your channel you give lots of information that I didn't know about polymer clay. I would like to ask you where I can find jewelry making supplies as pendants, bracelets, and etc. Thank you!!

[@phenomenal_woman]

Greetings Cindy, I trust you are doing well. I have a question for you, maybe you could do a video on it. I make and teach how to make my form of spirit doll. I make the faces out of polymer clay. I want to start to put metal gears and such into the faces for an interesting look. Have you ever baked base metal into polymer clay? Can it be baked into clay successfully? Thank you so much for your time and creativity.

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Hi there, thank you for your comment! Yes, you can bake metal items such as gears into your polymer clay successfully. Once polymer clay is baked, it becomes non-porous and therefor doesn't actually bond to the clay though. So, if you don't want the metal piece to pop off after baking you must either trap that metal piece in by having the clay come up over the edges, or you have to glue the piece back in after baking. A good glue for that is Weldbond glue. Play around with your technique before teaching it, to come up with your own, durable method. Good luck!

[@phenomenal_woman]

@@PolymerClayTutor Thank you, Weldbond is probably the only glue I don't have.🤣

[@sonialadystardust]

Only one thing to say : thank you!

[@irenehill1209]

Info on your machine, please?

[@KP-nx8lo]

Is there a way to keep the colors from coming off on your skin?

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Try a different brand. Not all brands come off on your hands. If you can't change brands, then keep a babywipe close by to remove the color from your hands, and then dry them off well to keep them from making the clay even stickier.

[@sandyscrap]

What’s the name of your big pasta machine?

[@imamagustiar-xp6ml]

very nice and creative😊😊

[@geaninacaceres9669]

I see where I’m going wrong- I don’t use my fingers as guides and I ran it thru the wrong way in the pasta machine! Thanks for this video! I’m going to try again 😊

[@xXxLirianOlendilxXx]

I have a problem with painting polymer clay, when i paint it with acrylic after baking i find the piece being sticky. Did that ever happen to you? Do you have any tip please?

[@ninjass360]

hi how do i prevent air dry clay from sticking on the pasta maker roller???

[@HappyGnoux]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. that's very helpful! Also, I would like to make a tiny plant and I would really love it if you were to show us how to make canes in order to make realistic leaves :)