Translucent Polymer Clay - Premo, Kato, Fimo, Sculpey III

[@kimmoore91]

Thank you for the testing. You are 1 of the main people I go to for information and have yet to be disappointed. Thanks for helping all of us knew folks and the others to!

[@alexxandrabyrd8321]

I have been looking for a good comparison video ALL DAY. This is the only video I have seen with even a decent comparison. I do appreciate the controlled variables as well. Thanks so much! Do more comparisons if you haven't already!

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Thank you for your lovely comment! Happy to help! 💖💖💖

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Yes definitely try Fimo or Premo. You will be very happy with the results! Just so you know, Premo is my favourite because the colours are based on the artist pigment palette and mix with predictable results. But Fimo is a quality product as well, so it's your choice as which is better for you.

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Hi Alyssa Nuguid, yes you can add colored clay to translucent to make colored translucent clay. You need to be careful not to add too much or you'll lose the transparency. You can use alcohol ink instead if you wish. Just add a little at a time till you get the color you want. Let the ink dry before mixing in tho, or it will get sticky. Have fun!

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Hi AnthiemRose, I baked all the samples for one hour because I have found that they are much stronger when they are baked for longer than the package says. You are right about Sculpey discoloring if baked longer... but if you don't bake long enough it breaks (as you will see in the "10 minutes is Not Enough" video) These are a couple of reasons why I like Premo WAY more than Sculpey. I can bake it long enough to be strong and it won't discolor if you tent it. Watch my other videos to learn more.

[@missyanne8728]

Cindy, you are such a joy to watch and learn from! I love your upbeat attitude throughout each video, and your hubs does a great job with the filming (very important). I look forward to all the tips and tricks you have yet to come. Thanks for being so great at what you do!

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Missy Bolend Thank you! :)

[@mariekevandermaelen2823]

+PolymerClayTutor Thank you so much for all of your videos! I love your scientific approach to testing and experimenting with these clays. You make it fun and interesting to watch - I've shared your video on my blog because I just love how you explain your findings and hope that my readers will learn as much as I have from you too! Cheers! Looking forward to your future creations! :)

[@PolymerClayTutor]

+The Dribbly Pear Thank you so much for sharing our video! I love you sweet comment and am happy that the videos are helpful for you. Take care!

[@newcreation77]

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[@kissuoffstore]

I always try to bake my clay for up to an hour, however I have found white clays yellow when they are over baked, so it would be interesting to see this repeated following the manufacturers guidance. However, I like the fact you did this, elements were really helpful, like the clarities :)

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Hi miirandaatje, those 'wierd stain bubbles' in your Fimo Translucent are often called Moons or Moonies by the claying community and are caused by a process called plaqueing. Basically it is a small separation in layers, usually caused by moisture. Fimo does that more than any of the other brands. It actually is a benefit when making faux stones because it looks more realistic. To minimize them, keep your hands dry and don't overwork your clay. Thanks for commenting!

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Hi TaeKeyLove00, generally Kato Polyclay is firmer than most brands, but you will find that all the brands can have inconsistencies with firmness. It depends on the batch, how fresh it is and how it was stored. I have bought two blocks of the same color clay, at the same time and had one block very firm and one block soft and squishy. As a clayer, you just need to learn how to deal with it, by leaching or softening... depending on what you need.

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Hi MitsukiChanEtc, Fimo bakes at a much lower temp than most of the other brands of clay. Although I do like to bake my pieces longer than the time it says on the package, I always bake that the temperature that it says. If your clay is discolouring, it means your oven is too hot. It sounds like the dial on your oven is wrong (most are), you need to get a separate oven thermometer to make sure that your oven is at the right temperature. For more baking info go to my blog. (Link in description).

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Hi BlackDawnYaoiLover, sometimes there is a slight tweak in formula or color of the clays over the years, but for the most part they are pretty much the same and should react the same in recipes. Thanks for commenting!

[@SkullHerder]

I have been using clay for a long time now, and some of your tips I managed to figure out on my own, but others you have just helped me so much on improving my products. With a new baby I dont always have the time and money to test these things for myself so I am very grateful I found your channel. Just overnight you have increased the quality of my things :D

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Hi superkitten211 and sweetcharmsdelight, thanks for commenting! There are lots of ways to soften clay, some of which sweetcharmsdelight already suggested (though I don't recommend you use rubbing alcohol or nail polish remover to soften clay). Sometimes however the clay may be partially baked and impossible to recondition. In that case you can usually mix it into soft clay as an inclusion and still make some neat beads. Go to my blog (link in description) for more ideas. Good luck!

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Hi Penny Marsh, translucent clay is one of my favorite polymer clays. Although it isn't completely clear, it is semi-transparent and allows a lot of light into it, which makes colors looks wonderful. If it is thin enough it can be quite clear and makes a great glassy and protective layer for many techniques such as my Faux Labradorite technique. Go to my blog (link in description) and do a search on translucent clay and you'll see all the cool things you can do with it!

[@MichaelOberle]

Thanks. This is exactly the information I was looking for. Wonderful to find it. Love that you went into such detail and tested the strength as well.

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Hi alecitalindis, although I prefer to only use Premo, it definitely improves the qualities of SculpeyIII if you mix some Premo in it. It is a good what to use up your Sculpey if you are switching over.

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Hi BlackDawnYaoiLover , the packaging for Sculpey III and Premo is the same in Canada as it is in the States. The packs that look different are the older ones.

[@BettyTampaBay]

I am new to polymer clay and I really love your videos...they are so informative and helpful to me. Thank you for puttiing this information out there for all of us new to the world of polymer clay.

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Hi Nino, I've done lots of tests so I know it's true. Baking Sculpey III for 15 minutes will break. Try some test samples yourself & bend them back and forth, you'll see how easy they'll snap. The pieces you use it for are probably designed in a way that they aren't very susceptible to breaking in the first place. For example a round bead is most likely not going to break because there are no pieces on it that would bend. But a little figurine with thin arms would break. Try it, you'll see.

[@sophiet5885]

Have you done another test of the Kato at their recommended temp and baking time? If so, then how did it compare?

[@bonniefaltz9505]

Have watched many of your instruction videos and found them to be very helpful. Thank you for taking the time to do these experiments and sharing your experiences.

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Yeah the problem with Sculpey III is that if you don't bake it longer it will definitely break. One of the worst for breakage on the market. It does however discolor the longer it is baked. You can minimize that however, if you bake your Sculpey III pieces buried in a dish of cornstarch or baking soda. I suppose I could do another video of this type with times closer to the recommended time, but you'll be surprised at just how weak the pieces will be. Try it yourself you'll see what I mean.

[@SeasonalFrostbite]

I took your advice n bought 1lb of premo translucent white. Sculpy does break really easy in thin sheets. I make doll accessories with polymer clay and i find it hard to get the thin details if i use sculpy even if i bake for an hour or 15 minutes it just falls apart at the slightest pressure.

[@JustUr101Person]

This was an excellent and Much needed comparison of the translucent clays. I've been doing some work with faux stone and love the translucent clays!

[@melissapastva7633]

Hi Cindy, I always love your videos. They have been very helpful and informative. I just want to mention that Kato Clay also has two different translucent clays, translucent and translucent white. The white is much whiter

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Hi MontyVonT - there is lots of info at my blog (link in description) about the different brands of clay and what they are best suited for.

[@TheBroodingTom]

Wow I am so trying the baking soda thing!?! Great idea thanks! One thing for sure, this test you did lets us know how AMAZING that Fimo translucent is to come out that clear/white after baking a whole hour! That says a lot about the product. I might use that in combination with Premo for jewelry. I really do appreciate these tests you do!

[@heavenlyb1ss187]

Hi, I have missed the baking sofa reference, checked comments too, no luck. May you share please

[@cindylietz7299]

I will be doing a review of Pardo clay soon. A local member generously offered some of her supply to try out, since where I was going to order from was out of stock.

[@artisticpsyco]

this was so helpful! I wasn't sure which would be best for some of my upcoming projects.

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Hi randommeghan, translucent clay is a little bit see through, so it lets more light into it. For a lot of the Faux techniques like Faux Jade for example, the stone has a transparent look to it and you can see some light through it when you hold it up to a light. Using translucent clay makes it look more realistic and less flat. Get some and try it out... you'll see why people use it. Have fun!

[@cindyamaya7741]

Would you be able to do a video on tips of how to avoid browning or scorching white polymer clay?

[@Nukawin]

Awesome vid! How would I go about adding colour tho? I'm after a translucent blue for my next project.

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Thank you Nukawin There are many ways to tint translucent clay. You can use a tiny bit of colored clay, alcohol ink, even Sharpies. I will add this topic to my list of future videos. Thanks for commenting!

[@alyssanuguid8602]

Can u mix translucent clay and regular colored clay so it's colored see through clay?

[@Kerobyxclay]

You can, but you'll loose some transparency. They sell translucent clay that's pre colored :).

[@citronelle2661]

Dear Cindy, I would to ask you if ever we can mix white sculpy 3 with polymer clay or premo accents or premo, I have with me some with and ecru that I bought by mistake at Michaels and brought it with me in Europe, so I wonder if I can mix it or if I can use it as a base so I can cover it with slices of canes made of Fimo or Premo. Thank you

[@alwaysorange7]

Thanks for making such a great video. I origionally bought the Sculpey translucent clay and tried to bake something at the settings it recommends on the package and it completely burnt. I know it is not my oven because I bake all my other polymer clay objects in the same oven all the time. Based on your testing, maybe I should try out the Fimo or Premo translucent clay.

[@LittleAshThings]

Thank you for making this video Cindy, I quickly gave you a "like" because doing experiments like this saves money for artists that aren't sure what they should be buying on the every growing hobby market. As a newbie I purchased Kato telling myself it was the most expensive it must be the best, well if it was true didn't matter, the clay was impossible to work with for me. I ran into the snapping issue displayed here. I know from this I'll try Premo for my translucent purchase!

[@irehsdrahcir8316]

Very Helpful for a newbie just starting out and trying to decide which clay to purchase! Thank you :)

[@creativesea.design]

This is a very interesting comparison, thank you for all your videos! One note I have is that I tested a very very old piece of Fimo Transparent and even on the thinnest setting I wasn't able to break it. It is true that it might have been in a batch I baked at a higher temperature (new oven and no over thermometer at the time). I guess I need to test more this idea of baking at higher temperatures, because almost all my old clays (some 6-8 years old), softened with baby oil, turned out very very strong (it did darken them, though).

[@Stiinuliinu]

Great video! Thank you! As some one else already suggested, a video on how to kerp your clay clean, would be So helpful..! I have lots of trouble with dust (it's a 100yrs old house, it's in the walls, everywhere no matter what you do) and also cathair. I go nuts with my babywipes all over, but still my clay isn't clean.. :/ Suggestions? :)

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Hi Stiinuliinu, I have some videos coming up on cleaning your pasta machine as well as your hands and work area, so stay tuned for those. Make sure to subscribe to our channel so you don't miss them. Thanks for commenting!

[@pennymarsh1671]

Hey there, I have just started with polymer clay, and I really enjoy your tutorials. I have a dumb question: What is translucent clay used for? Can you dye it with ink or paint, so that you don't have to buy multiple colors of clay? But then you would have to buy multiple colors of ink. I have never seen it used in any of the KZbin videos that I've watched to make beads. Thanks for your input.

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Hi MrAuxiom, there are lots of ways to tint translucent clay. That question and most questions related to anything polymer clay have already been answered at my blog (link in Description). If you type your keyword into the search box on my blog you should be able to find your answer quite quickly! Thanks for commenting!

[@Hellberch1]

Hello I'm looking at using Translucent Clay for making hollow crystals to be used as light filters in a LARP system I attend Questions: 1: How would I go about giving it a Blue tint (similar to a lens Filter) 2: Once baked how are they with dealing with heat

[@BubbasChibi]

Thanks for the comparisons. I've been wondering about whether clay can ever be transparent or translucent.

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Hi Allison Nguyen, a specific video on keeping clay clean would be good for me to do here. Thanks for the suggestion! I do have lots of info on my blog (link in description) though if you need help right away. Just type 'keeping clay clean' into the search box at the top of the blog page and some posts will show up that will help you. Good luck!

[@cindyamaya7741]

Awesome video as always Cindy! Do you have any information available for the best way to condition translucent clay to help with plaque deposits, bubbles, etc?

[@roseabbott926]

Dear Cindy, Did you ever get around to working with KATO clay using the suggested time settings? I have heard it was supposed to cure a lot clearer and closer to it's uncured color. I love this tutorial by the way. Thank you.

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Thanks Rose Abbott No I have not done further testing on Kato Polyclay yet. (Too many things to try and not enough time!) From my members who do use Kato, they say that they have found 40 minutes at 300F to be the most ideal for Kato. But since I have not done the testing myself I can not be positive on that. I do hope I can get to more testing in the new year. Thanks for your comment!

[@cindylietz7299]

Hi Crafty Moon, Clay burns only when the temp is too high. Not because it is in too long. At the right temp you can bake most clays for hours and they won't burn. (Some brands like Sculpey III might get darker but they won't burn.) Get an oven thermometer. That will tell you what temp your oven is actually at. On my blog (link up above in description) you can do a search for 'burning clay' or 'baking' and find tons of info on baking that will help you. Hope that helps!

[@sakura0210ihara]

hi cindy, can you do a demo on pardo translucent clay? thanks :)

[@mrswiss]

Hi..i want to create a translucent looking creature for a stop animation movie. Is there a clear or semi clear moldable clay or material you could recommend where I could make changes in the appearance from frame to frame? Thanks.

[@patricianeff2278]

Cindy..Thank you for sharing all the info that you do ! I love working with the polymer clay and you have taught me soooo much

[@terrywowk6151]

Thanks for the video. I am brand new at this craft and will be making basket centers with the clay. I purchased Kato and it should be arriving anyday now. What is the best best brand of oven to purchase for this process that doesn't take up a lot of space or do you use the kitchen oven?

[@MontyVonT]

Great breakdown on the different properties that the different brands of polymer clays exhibit; the most informative I've been able to find. I'm wondering now if you also have one regarding the pros/cons of using each them, IE: what kinds of projects each may be best suited for and why. Thanks for sharing what you know! Mz VonTwiz

[@user-fc3sx2cw5x]

Hi cindy, I would like to ask a question that might sound rather trivial. Why do you use translucent clay, what's its purpose?? I mean why and how do people use it in their projects??

[@florecitadelcampo13]

Hello PolymerClayTutor , I have a problem, I made days ago some polymer clay gummy bears using premo translucent white mixed with a bit of sculpey III to add color at 130ºC for 30 min and then there were a find of flakes inside the bears, I would like to know why happened that, it is because I used a bit of Sculpey III?

[@voduydat1851]

Thank you for the test. Is Premo toxic when used as cup to hold hot water?

[@joannesminis]

have you ever tried Cernit translucent? I have found it to be the most translucent of all the clays that I have tried.

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Hi ***** no I haven't tried Cernit yet. Soo many products to try... and sooo little time!

[@florecitadelcampo13]

I´ve heard that cernit is the BEST from all polymer clays, it doesn't break never, but it's difficult to get in in some countries

[@PolymerClayTutor]

paty to I haven't tried it myself since it is not easily available here in Canada, but when I get the chance I will. It sounds like an interesting clay!

[@xCombixGirlx]

i love your reviews!!! you answered so many questions that i was thinking. keep up the great work!

[@rainasingh5262]

first comment .o.

[@MultiSugarCakes]

can you please do a video on how to keep you clay clean before and after baking?

[@magentamagenta1274]

if you roll out to 1 card thickness with sculpey translucent how long do you bake it in the oven for and at what temperature please? also does 1 card thickness hold it's form and harden? thanks

[@xvkarbear]

Thank you so much for this! I use to work with polymer clay years and years ago before translucent colors were really available. I found myself in need of making a custom earring set and wanted part of it transparentish. It's been so long since I worked with the clay that I didn't know what, if anything, has changed and how translucent the translucent clays really are. Your video answered my question, and also showed the durability, which is also something I didn't even consider until I watched your video. You are also a pleasure to watch, so I'm off to bring myself up to speed with your other videos!

[@elpretender1357]

I did found it very helpful, I'm so happy I bought the right brand for the right project! thank you

[@florecitadelcampo13]

Hello PolymerClayTutor !, I bought days ago Premo white transluscent and I made some little gummy bears mixing the premo transluscent with a bit of Sculpey III to color it, also I used a bit of clay softener because the premo one was a little hard to work with, and when I baked them for 30 min at 130ºC there where flakes inside, so I had to throw away all my work.... what I'm doing wrong?

[@deathhime01]

i currently have sculpey III and i do not like it ... i am looking more towards premo so im gonna have to buy some and try it out ! thankyou for making this !

[@WidowRose]

I'm glad someone did a review of translucent clays. Sculpy III is junk no matter what color it is. I also like Premo the most. Thanks for taking the time to inform us on which brands are the best for translucency!

[@pascaledeyya6649]

Sorry i have a question about Premo brand? usually every time i bake my clay in the oven i found crack on my piece and it makes so angry after working long hours. i never had this problem before with Fimo brand. i did exactly as the package says (preheat my oven to 275 degree and then put my piece inside and let bake for about 30 min) and also the premo clay that i have are usually dry and hard to work with so i always soften it with baby oil, Fimo liquid gel or Sculpey bake and bond. Also i want to let you know that i always use corn flower when my piece become stickier. So i don't know if thats the problem?

[@hkreations5108]

Hi Cindy! I'm pretty new to claying and I've bought all Sculpey III clays. I've just watched your video and will be purchasing a better brand for the future. If I leached some of the oil from the Sculpey, would that make it stronger?

[@KumaSweetDream]

Do you think there is a difference between the premo white translucent and the regular premo translucent ?

[@corneater23]

I bought a bunch of premo polymer clays yesterday MY FIRST POLYMER CLAYS! I bought the regular non soft premo because i'm going to make polymer clay cane eyeballs then after baking the eyes add them to the doll's head and sculpt a face around them.

[@TheBroodingTom]

The browning has to be from the 1 hour baking... I know, I know.. we talked about this in another of your videos lol.. That sculpey III turned the darkest cause it has the shortest bake time of 15 minutes. (makes since) I recently switched to Premo and it has 30 minutes. I would have loved to see a identical video like this one but with "closer" to recommended baking temps.

[@Ligidelcid]

hi! love your videos! I had problem with premo aacent, every time I bake it, see little flakes, do you have any idea why?

[@susanneyndgaard68]

Have you ever worked with Cernit polymer clay and do youknow if its as white as premo and fimo?

[@kiwipiwi3301]

Sorry if this is a silly question but does mixing a bit of red with translucent turn it pink after its baked? or would it keep its normal color?

[@PolymerClayTutor]

That's weird, I already answered this... wonder where my answer went? No worries. The raw clay will look kind of pinkish but when it is baked it will go bake to red... a more translucent red, but still red.

[@kiwipiwi3301]

Thank you very much! :)

[@robinbotwinick2559]

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[@dorottyabalazsvarga1709]

Bro no one did clay earrings back then then now days ypur video was very helpful thank you 🤘🏼🌸

[@CulturaAbsurda]

Good video. I’m wondering, since this was done 7 years ago, if anything has changed in the interim?

[@PolymerClayTutor]

There are a few new brands of translucent clays on the market like Cernit, Pardo, BeeSPutty, PVClay and others, but the info in this video stands the test of time (most of my videos do actually). 🙂

[@CulturaAbsurda]

PolymerClayTutor I figured but you never know when formulas get improved. I just bought the premo translucent but it’s surprisingly hard to find white translucent 1lb online.

[@koolklay2019]

Cindy is it true that the longer you bake the clay the stronger it is? I also would like to know how long you bake a cuff bracelet that it will be flexible?

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Yes that is generally correct! You may want to do some testing to figure out the perfect temp and time for your oven, type of clay you're using and the project you're making, but in most cases when I am working with Premo or Souffle, I bake everything for an hour at 275F. Hope that helps!

[@VicChaotic]

premo white translucent is my absolute favorite clay to work with. where did you get that set with all of those little drawers for clay? i use plastic bags in a drawer right now but omg that is a genius set up i need it in my life.

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Hi Vic Chaotic watch this: Storing Polymer Clay in Small Plastic Drawers

[@VicChaotic]

oh great thank you so much!!

[@persesrathert8324]

You are the best! Will you please do this again with cernit?

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Thank you!

[@sweetcharms16]

I feel like you deserve way more then 6,000 subscribers for some reason

[@realtidydesign]

Do you have the product number for the transparent fimo? I recently purchased some wrongly listed transparent fimo that turned out to be translucent fimo. cheers- great video by the way

[@ninutsa]

I use sculpey III and it is perfectly fine! dose not breake or crack, but i bake it fo 15 min. maby that is why yours breakes? if you would do a test on that and make a video I would realy appreciate. tanks.

[@weezie64weezie]

That was a good side by side test but it would have been nice to see pardo clay tested with them too.

[@lenoralb]

What about boiling as opposed to baking? Can all brands stand for that test?

[@luisak68]

love your video. what can the translucent clay used for?

[@flyhigh513]

I'm confused with translucent clay, I've started making food charms but some ppl on yt use transclucent when they make their charms I don't see a difference, when I use it to mix with another color and bake about an hour it darkens. How do I know how much of regular clay to use vs transclucent clay? Thank you

[@15nanoseconds]

Hi Cindy, I'm totally sold on the Premo. I just have one question though. what about shine? I'm exploring doll making. The one thing I don't like about Fimo is the shine after baking. does Premo have a matte finish?

[@squeezable]

What would be the reason for using translucent clay? Im new to polymer clay.

[@cathybrown9268]

Thank you so much for a great video! I'm just getting interested in working with polymer clay, and this is a HUGE help. I'll do a search, but have you ever used alcohol ink on polymer? If so, did you like the results?

[@Julian-e3e]

Hi, if you ever go to Argentina, there's a polymer clay called NCV Modelismo. It is quiet good to be honest.

[@MitsukiChanEtc]

Hi, I've just finished my keyring with fimo transcluent 014. But it turned out to be yellow, even orange. I was so disappointed and sad because I worked on it so hard. I baked it on 110°C as the label says. But when I count your °F, it is 135°C. I'm going to use that next time, it seemed to work for you. Label also said 30 minutes and that is the time I used. Do you think that if I baked it for longer/shorter amount of time, it would be okay? Or was it the temperature? Help appreciated ^^

[@lindaesseltine3856]

do you have a tutorial on different uses for translucent clay?

[@Kumutuna]

I am having a problem i bought fimo effects. Is that the same as fimo translucent. My art doesn’t look translucent. Help please

[@mrmr1667]

I bought premo sculpey but it is very tough and it breaks into a verysmall pieces and I can't get it together again help me please

[@TheFrenchtea]

Primo only has white translucent. Is there any way to add other color and still keep its translucence? Like a watered down paint or adding another color of clay?

[@lava8668]

TheFrenchtea You can add Soft Pastels to colour the clay. But be careful, because too much pastel would make it opaque and a bit stiffer ^^

[@sammyt5196]

can I mix regular sculpey clay with premo translucent clay? I need to know because I need translucent clay for my birthday

[@PolymerClayTutor]

Hi Vanessa Arias - I do to :-) ... Be sure to tell all your Polymer Clay friends about our Channel :-) :-)

[@dianecandoflamtaps3688]

Seems like an hour is quite long amount of time for such thin sheets of clay. With premo I recently baked a 3/4-1 inch thick little pig for about 25 ish minutes and it was baked nicely with no problems. Why did they turn yellow? Well, thanks for your video!! ☺

[@dianecandoflamtaps3688]

I want to add something g to my comment. I am NOT an experienced polymer clay artist and have very little experience. I have been watching Polymer Clay Artists videos for months now and have learned so much! Thank you!! My previous comment is that of a very new clay artist. Just wanted to relay my own personal experienc!! Thanks!!

[@LiveLaughScrap]

Do you happen to know if Sculpey Premo stopped making White Translucent Clay?

[@simmimon]

I really like the premo translucent clay when im making minature foods.

[@luisak68]

sorry i forgot to ask.can the translucent be used to make a functional lamp shade. would the heat of the bulbs affect it?

[@beesworkshop6594]

I don't have huge experience with large peices like that, but I do believe the heat of a light bulb would slowly burn the clay, which can release a very nasty smell that can be dangerous to inhale