Twelve Ways To Use Your Polymer Clay Extruder

In this tutorial I discuss twelve things you can do with your polymer clay extruder and show you how to do some of them.
Further Tutorial Links:
Knitting - • Polymer Clay "Knitting...
Textured Extrusions - • Textured Polymer Clay ...
Soutache - • Polymer Clay Soutache ...
Ragged (Cracked) Edge - • Cracked Edge Technique...
Retro Canes - • How To Make A Polymer ...
Hollow (Jungle) Egg - • Hollow Polymer Clay Ju...

[@cathysmith9026]

Sorry to hear about your mom. Prayers for you. Thank you for coming back.

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Thank you ❤️

[@kelpiemare7522]

Condolences on the passing of your mother. Thank you for making these videos, they are hugely appreciated.

[@robinbotwinick1278]

I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. I am so glad that you are back to your Unruly Tutorials again. As well as being a good instructor, I always get a laugh. It’s just your personality, you are a fun person. Again, I’m so glad you’re feeling better.

[@mannikmom]

I have another use for extruded clay. You can use the long, thin strings or strips to make your own texture stamps! Just get a thick slab of scrap clay, cut it to whatever size your want your stamp to be, and then use the strings to make patterns on the slab. I made a really pretty basket weave texture this way and it was fun!

[@UnrulyHousewife]

YES! Awesome thank you! xx

[@MHarenArt]

Brilliant!!!!

[@yvonnebuckley1740]

Great idea!, thanks :-D

[@danigolightly799]

Omg that’s brilliant.

[@mcofrance3221]

Super Merci 👍

[@YogiUToo]

Thank you for sharing these twelve examples, and thanks for the links too! I've never heard of Soutache, or the ragged edge, but love learning new things!!! - I enjoy watching your videos so much!

[@LapisLizard]

Thank you for the time to prepare this tutorial. I learned loads!!!!

[@sandysmall6893]

Deepest sympathy on your loss.I enjoy your videos, especially the tips. Your projects are lovely!

[@deborahreid9223]

Thank you ! This was so informative, I have used my extruded but never have thought of using it in the way you did. I am very grateful for the video !,

[@krithikaramaswamy6731]

So good to see you back! Thanks a lot for the video. xx

[@nikkiponce5635]

Thank you for your ideas as using the extruder they were fabulous now I can't wait to go get mine out!

[@deborahrose4676]

Glad you're back, great tips.

[@shariwanderer5761]

I enjoyed your video so much. You do a great job of explaining how to use the extruder material. Thank you.

[@artiejohnson703]

Thank you so much for sharing this video. I am new to polymer clay and I just got my extruder from Amazon. Haven’t used it yet but this gives me some great ideas. Thanks 😁

[@deberinaemelander9371]

Hi there! I have a whole drawer full of different colors of polymer clay, (among many other crafty things) & always looking for new ideas! I had no idea what to do with extruded clay, but thanks to your video, now I do! I just ordered my 1st polymer clay extruder, so I'm pretty excited to try it out when it gets here!

[@deby7821]

Just received mine and cant wait to try some of these great ideas ! Thank you.

[@junmingyin5413]

Hi Deby, this is Junming from China ceramics tools company, now we're selling clay extruder, if you want to try it for free? We want to get a good reply from you about this product. Thank you!

[@leslieyowell7239]

Hi Valerie, Glad you are back. Love the textured piece you surrounded the pendant with. I have made the smooth edging one before, but never thought to use the metal mold in that way. Always looking for more bail designs too so that was great as well.

[@jenniferroya3606]

Love the knitted look!

[@eileenosullivan4748]

Sorry for your loss thank you for the video

[@heatherorr2116]

Thank you! Can’t wait to try these!

[@melbabowen4389]

Fantastic tutorial. Thank you for sharing y9our talent!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Great video Valerie with lots of wonderful ideas - thank you :)

[@nyperi13]

Very good ideas, thank you for sharing!

[@mayrakopjansen2814]

Thank you so much for this helpful information 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍👍👍👍❤️❤️

[@BelindaPort]

Val, The half round disk of Makins is perfect to extrude in scrap clay, to serve as the base when making a bangle. Just extrude a piece long enough to go around your fizzy drink tin (or longer if you need it) and bake it. Then you can decorate it with an inner and outer veneer.

[@mcofrance3221]

Merci beaucoup pour vos conseils 🙏❤

[@jillrenshaw6509]

Great video.I especially liked the square orange pendant . Thanks!

[@typep23456]

Amazing video!! Thank you!

[@susanbush5897]

I’m sorry for your loss. I’m glad you’re back in the saddle, though! 🥰

[@paulasue4803]

Thank you very much. You have inspired me to get my extruded out again. I always love going in a new direction.

[@Bons_Eye]

Just got my extruder. Much better than hand rolling tiny rolls. Great ideas Thanks!

[@dsa2591]

I'm sorry for your loss. Thank you for this video. I'm an older lady who is just beginning to work with clay, and just bought an extruder. This helps a lot to see the possibilities.

[@joeycarter2678]

Excellent video and such great ideas

[@cheryldixon1806]

I am so sorry for the loss of your mum. Thank you for your wonderful video. It has given me so many ideas. Take care.

[@michellesmuts5664]

Oh my word, I had no idea what I would need an extruder for, now I want one!!! Loved this video, thank you!

[@IanAlderige]

They are awesome, they save you a lot of time!

[@cynhighfield7451]

Love the egg idea! So smart!

[@junmingyin5413]

Hi Cyn, this is Junming from China ceramics tools company, now we're selling clay extruder, if you want to try it for free? We want to get a good reply from you about this product. Thank you!

[@normajeanbray5960]

Very informative. Enjoyed, learned, and subscribed.

[@marionmathews9852]

Lovely to see you again. Great video with lots of very useful ideas. I have not made the most of my extruder yet, but your ideas make me want to play more. TFS.

[@ashleyseward8673]

I'm so glad I found your channel! I recently took up polymer claying and starting watching you videos. I bought an extruder online the other day after watching you knitted ornament tutorial. Now you've given me even more ideas for my extruder! Thanks for sharing you knowledge!

[@sarahrowe7287]

Same here. I started playing with clay 2 weeks ago and I haven't put it down since! Got an extruder today and pasta machine is on its way. I need to learn how to use it all! So in short or long , thank you for teaching us 💜

[@MadebyaBEAutifulqueenBea]

13:50 Yes! that is what I was looking for! that pattern is called the Hourglass in the quilting world. Lol. I want to make beads that shows my quilting and you gave me that idea! thank you! Great video!💙🐝💙

[@leonanelson2444]

Thank you Unruly, always love your videos

[@hodatarek119]

thanks for sharing this lovely ideas

[@cmmc3400]

I bought the extruder/drill bit from Makin. I have damaged hands so I really needed it. It works! I wrap a piece of rubberized shelf liner around it and go to town. It makes my canes so much easier and I can get more complex with them by using them.

[@winnielaws8673]

Super helpful video!!! Thank you

[@UnicRainbowFarts]

So rad! Thank you!!!

[@1019buster]

Glad I found your tutorial. I always wondered how to do the knitting pattern

[@rosiehutchinson9333]

Glad to see you back. Your vid has reminded me that I haven't tried my LC extruder yet !!!!! See you sooooon xxx

[@susanohrstrom6120]

I bought one of these recently. Now looking forward to using it. Thank you! And sorry to hear about your mother.

[@jokemartien]

Thank you very much for this video!

[@ateliercasinhadasapinhater2128]

Thank you for sharing your ideas god bless you

[@sandypeppermint4665]

wow you gave me such good ideas thank you

[@patricebeauchene6117]

Thank you for this video!

[@goreytinies]

Friday, and a video from Val. some days are good!!!

[@antiquemacabre6815]

I had an extruder in my Amazon cart for about a week, going back and forth on whether I should get it or not. I decided not. Then your video popped up in my suggestions. Buying the extruder must be meant to be. Thank you for the wonderful ideas! Cheers! 😁🤍

[@christineoneill5679]

I LOVE your video's! I learn so much. Thank you! Btw, your shirt is adorable lol!

[@lizrichardson3309]

Oooh! Great ideas Val! I must resist the temptation to get my extruder out - I have a couple of commissions..... but once they're over and done...... Watch out clay extruder, here I come! It's so nice to see you back on my screen, take your time, we'll still be here! XxxX

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Thanks Liz. xx

[@anatrlls]

this is so helpful! even 2 years later! thank you!!

[@UnrulyHousewife]

You're welcome! xx

[@susankniola5958]

Thanks so much! Very interesting and really helpful :)

[@yvettepugin4035]

Brilliant, love the Lilac and White cane with the triangles. I finally got around to buying an extruder (got it today 🎉) so I'll be experimenting with the various disc's provided. I'm so happy to have found your channel, such wonderful ideas.

[@deberinaemelander9371]

Ikr? After watching her video, I also ordered my 1st extruder!

[@peppamlowe]

Thank you so much. This was awesome! I have an extruder like that one and I hardly use use it. These tips have been so helpful. I’m so sorry about your mom 💙💐

[@junmingyin5413]

Hi Tracey, this is Junming from China ceramics tools company, now we're selling clay extruder, if you want to try it for free? We want to get a good reply from you about this product. Thank you!

[@butimar68]

Wonderful. Thanks a lot.

[@veronicabodartgonzalez203]

Tank you !! You don't have idea but you help me toumach thank you and God bless you !!

[@Uniquely-You]

I’m so sorry to hear about your Mommy. Your a doll and so creative ❤️

[@sandrasbeadinghearttreasures]

Love these tips...I recently got an extruded and have been toying around with it. I especially love the jelly roll retro cane.

[@UnrulyHousewife]

I linked to another Retro tutorial but there is one for the jelly roll cane too. xx

[@marinafernandes718]

Thank you so much for sharing the techniques . God bless you in abundance . Accept my condolences on the passing away of your dear mother . May her soul rest in peace

[@bonniequaile3154]

I Love your stuff thank you. I will keep you in my prayers

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Thank you. xx

[@Grambo1946]

I really like the look of the round pendants.

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Thank you! The link in the Description takes you to the tutorial. I have an edit going through to make this video less dark... I hope it works well. ;) xx

[@Beryllahawk]

Well another tool I *must* have, now! What interesting ideas! Thank you!

[@UnrulyHousewife]

I don't even feel guilty Sonja, because you DO need this tool. ;) xx

[@junmingyin5413]

Hi Sonja, this is Junming from China ceramics tools company, now we're selling clay extruder, if you want to try it for free? We want to get a good reply from you about this product. Thank you!

[@Comet_Teaser]

I hadn't seen an extruder being used before. I've decided that I need one. Perhaps for my birthday, or Christmas :)

[@vandanachakraborty40]

Simply beautifull...

[@CreativeMindsTV]

Thank you! Great ideas!! :)

[@blessthisemptynest]

I came here from another channel that mentioned you, I’m happy to be here and learn more techniques. Thank you for showing us.

[@veronicabodartgonzalez203]

Sorry for you mom! God bless you

[@KathleenRenninger]

Good video. Thanks for sharing these techniques. Loved the egg. New subbie!

[@alisa5610]

Thank you for this video! I've had an extruder for years and never used it because I just didn't know what to do with it lol. Now I can't wait to try some of your ideas :).

[@UnrulyHousewife]

That's awesome, thanks for telling me 🙂

[@mcofrance3221]

Merci beaucoup pour tout ce temps que vous nous donnez🙏 je vais m'abonner maintenant ❤

[@nicoladavies8878]

Great ideas 😊

[@AmethystMBell]

This video has several great ideas. Thank you. Also, I have that shirt too. Space Cats!

[@sharonmays9652]

WOW! Thanks!

[@chulbulartlearn5781]

Thank you so much.🙏❤️❤️❤️

[@teraperry1008]

This video is why I bought an extruder 😊🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@wandaadams1772]

I love your Swiss roll retro cane. I may just try that!!!

[@junmingyin5413]

Hi Wanda, this is Junming from China ceramics tools company, now we're selling clay extruder, if you want to try it for free? We want to get a good reply from you about this product. Thank you!

[@rebeccasiler3619]

I love watching videos by people from my generation and older. Potato quality camera, index cards... that's not sarcasm. I really do. There's no filler ya know. Just a person sharing their skill without all the fluff. I'm looking forward to seeing what I can make out of these tips. Thank you!

[@alexshute9259]

I felt this too!

[@sheilazella259]

You Rock sister!

[@anatrlls]

you're so talented too!

[@suekubisch612]

I so enjoy your videos, watched the one on texture sheets from cool tools, bought them, they are great for stamping....haven't got to texturing the clay yet. The other craft tools for clay I enjoyed, bought the leather metal shapes and the candle carving tools. just learning about the extruder, so this was perfect. Very sorry about the loss of your mother, may the Lord comfort you during this time. You would be a fun next door neighbor.

[@junmingyin5413]

Hi Sue, this is Junming from China ceramics tools company, now we're selling clay extruder, if you want to try it for free? We want to get a good reply from you about this product. Thank you!

[@berniceseigel6482]

Thank you for this wonderful video. Sorry about the loss of your beloved Mom.

[@elizabethvallely4044]

OH Yes I have one has not been used it lol thank you for this video, will say it again so happy I found your channel, Thank you for all your help and sharing your talent! your ideas for the canes is brilliant!!! sorry for your loss she will be forever in your heart God Bless Liz...

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Thank you Elizabeth and thank you for watching so many of my videos! xx

[@elizabethvallely4044]

Unruly Housewife your welcome, you have a nice voice! x

[@julierochforte7174]

Brilliant again! Thanks. Mine had been gathering rust in the drawer until you and your son showed me the retro cane, but I love the swirled effect. It's very reminiscent of our aboriginal artwork. I might have to try that for the gallery shop I work in. Maybe I can sell some pieces. Thanks again. Lotsaluv Jool

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Oooh good luck! xx

[@sherrelleinsig9204]

Great video

[@ealter2636]

Welcome back!

[@sarassmith6900]

Unruly hi, I’m so sorry about your mum 🌹🌹. I really enjoyed your video thank you for sharing your wonderful ideas. Take care of yourself.❤️❤️

[@Telenaus]

[@brendareed8412]

You have so many interests and I am interested in hearing about all of them!

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Aw thank you! Dave says I have ADHD. One day I will show on here how I etch copper... Yes, I have loads of metal and tools LOL. xx

[@brendareed8412]

@@UnrulyHousewife Looking forward to it. I would say you have a creative mind that enjoys exploring new media. The difference between someone who can throw pots their entire life (and perhaps become very well known) and someone like Alexander Calder who created in many media.

[@sweetpeastationnz6598]

Hi Valerie! Waving to you from NZ. Was thrilled to watch your video. Sending hugs x

[@UnrulyHousewife]

*waves back*

[@danahouse285]

Sweetpea.Station. NZ me too

[@BelindaPort]

I wave from NZ too

[@Margot4454]

Nice to see you again :) I somehow knew that bowl with mushrooms is not going to end up in the dustbin lol. Great and very useful vid, thank you ! I made some awesome big buttons with the retro cane, people ask about them all the time.

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Oh cool! That bowl... it keeps trying to be useful hahaha! xx

[@Grambo1946]

I just watched the soutache video, very interesting, thanks for referring to it. The only thing I didn't like about that video, was the music. And that's one of the things I love about your videos, no music, just your lovely voice.

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Grambo Thank you sweetie. Xx

[@berniceseigel6482]

Funny that you call yourself Grambo. I thought I was unique because my Grandkids call me that since I'm a tough Grammy and not frail like some grandmothers. I play ball, catch frogs whatever. I never say no and love to hang out with the kids. Of course now they are teenagers, I'm still best friends with them.

[@Grambo1946]

My granddaughter started calling me Grambo when she started talking now her children call me that too. Grandkids and great-grandkids are Gods greatest gift.

[@berniceseigel6482]

Ain't that the truth. It's been said by some that the only reason to have children is to have Grandchildren! Wish you the best from one Grambo to another Grambo

[@Grambo1946]

Bernice Seigel They're our second chance.

[@BornAgainFarmGirl]

I'm grateful for this video , I'm in a funk right now .

[@Grambo1946]

Tracy Lustick 💖

[@mariadow11]

Hi, I'm a new follower and I really love the knitted look you do. I'm thinking of getting an extruder for just doing that design. I know it's been awhile now but I'm sending my sincere sympathy to you on your mums passing xo

[@lynncampford1905]

Great video, so many ideas.... Thank You!

[@my2girlsu]

Hi ya, You're claying again so that's positive😊 Ok extruded tubes are fantastic! Currently using them for stems on my clay sculptures. They are great as tube bead bases, bails. Really endless fun. Tea Kelli D.🇨🇦

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Gah! I need to find a way to do them! xx

[@davedalane6505]

Hi🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷Just found you🌷🌷🌷so happy I found you🌷🌷🌷Just bought an Extruder❤️ you are a wealth of information ❤️❤️❤️❤️have a Wonderful day 🙋🏻

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Daveda Lane Oooh good timing! xx