Polymer Claying Tools, Borrowed From Ten Different Crafts

[@tressinar]

I lived in Virginia Beach and worked in Norfork ,Va. The traffic I do not miss one bit. Thank you for your information. I love your work so much.

[@ClareCreationsAL]

Never thought of leather cutting tools!! Great ideas! Thanks for sharing!!

[@loridahlen624]

Dear heart, just want to mention: you're a pleasure to see & listen to. I find you very informative, funny & all around delight. Thank you...

[@coal4k]

Nail tools are good too: very cheap dotting tools, nail jewels, stamp plates.... Sometimes I use nail scissors, dipped in baby powder to cut clay, when I want to pick it up and trim it with both hands.Thank you for the great video! :)

[@Elizabeth10525]

Also I have made the texture sheets out of polymer clay on tree bark, rough stones, odd things around the house. great video!

[@cherrygrace3535]

Thanks for the tips, Val, and thanks also to Marth D. for the Walmart information. I've just ordered a set and there's free shipping (in USA) today too!

[@jennygee9849]

have not looked at the candle making ones...always looking tho..thanks for the tips

[@judittoth4527]

The leather cutters--Best idea ever:-) thank you

[@andreajacobson8381]

Just purchased my leather cutters! Can’t wait to use them. I have been looking for teardrop cutters that were inexpensive and this kit has it all!!!! Thank you very much for this video. I only spent $10.29 for 39 different shapes from Walmart. Hope they arrive very soon!!!! You are amazing!

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Oh cool! Great bargain and they are brilliant, I use mine SO MUCH! xx

[@ellib2231]

Wow! Those Leather cutters are gorgeous! Thank you so much for that. I went straight on to Amazon and ordered them. I just love those slim oblong shapes and have been looking for cutters like that everywhere!

[@kerrywright8950]

You can cut a piece of foam sheet that fits snuggly in the bottom of the mitre box to keep your ruler from sliding all over. Notice also the slots in the mitre box are 2 to 3mm wide be sure to hold your blade against the same side of the slot to get a uniform cut.

[@Purpleexiles]

Thanks for the videos. going to Google leather work cutters now! thanks again. you seem such a nice lady.

[@claygirl6133]

Pretty cool, the only ones I don’t have are leather cutters.

[@ScreeminMeeme]

Love your videos. Thx much for the very helpful info.

[@yaver999]

Very informative! Thank you.

[@grittykitty50]

Unruly, thanks for the tips. I knew about cake decorating tools and I watched your video about using lino tools, but I never knew about the cutters for leather working. I had been wondering about using embossing folders so I will be checking out TJaySilver's work.

[@SeawardCreations]

I found that soap stamps make wonderful mica shift! they are rather hard rubber and carved deep enough for a great shave off the clay. Also, they don't usually have "fussy" designs so they show the technique quite clearly.

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Oooh thanks, I will check them out. xx

[@galady8632]

Forgot to mention - Phillips head screwdrivers in various sizes are handy. I have sizes from tiny ones for repairing eye glasses to almost 1" across. I usually find them at yard sales and flea markets.

[@denisag3491]

so useful! such nice person you are! thanks for sharing 🤗😉😊! hugs from Italy!

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Thank you! *hugs back*

[@galady8632]

The first time I viewed this video I attempted to post a comment, somehow it is floating somewhere in cyberspace. Trying again. First and foremost - you are lovely. Viewing your smiling face is a good thing. Your skin is flawless! To date I cannot see any wrinkles. Kudos to you!! Add to that your endearing personality and great sense-of-humor - it is a win-win for your viewers. I know your tutorials will not only inspire me they always make me smile. That, dear Val, is a true gift - as are you. When I first started working with polymer clay I dropped by a nearby discount hair and nail supply business. I purchased quite a few nail tools that translate easily into both clay and jewelry making. I swear, they are anywhere from 50%-80% less than in local craft stores. Quite a few were comparable to those on eBay. Of course most of the items in the discount store were from the Far East so it is logical.I do enjoy all your videos but I admit I repeatedly view the ones related to polymer clay. While packing to move I am on a self-imposed break from crafts. It seems I craft vicariously through your videos. I use it for motivation to pack faster.

[@grittykitty50]

Your lost comment is being intercepted by aliens from the planet Zatux as we speak and they are preparing to visit you. Good tip about the nail tools; I was planning to visit my favorite Asian beauty supply store to check some out.

[@galady8632]

I have a USA passport. Will that enable me to visit my comment there?

[@grittykitty50]

Yes, Zatux has a very liberal tourist policy, but they don't like hampsters, so you'll have to find a sitter if you have one.

[@merryclicker]

Found those leather cutters at Wal-mart, $12.99 as of 3/21/17 here in Michigan. Thanks again!

[@grittykitty50]

Hello fellow Michigander! Did you like the false spring we had and then the plunge back into winter? Thanks for the tip on Walmart.

[@merryclicker]

Which false spring? We've had so many this winter!!! I hate winter, and will be moving (finally) out of the state to warmer temps in VA in the next few months. But very few states can equal the gorgeous fall (maybe Vermont...) that Michigan has. Ali Express is also a good place to find everything you ever wanted for clay (and other crafts) but the prices are too good, you'll want too many things!!!

[@grittykitty50]

You will love Virginia. Fall there is pretty darn nice and winter is basically just an appetizer. I have checked out Ali Express and have several things on my wishlist. They are a good source for silicone texture plates and molds. I'm getting ready to place my order with Walmart for the leather cutters. Good Luck to you and happy claying.

[@lightmom14]

where in VA are you moving? I am in Southwestern VA and would love to find some fellow clayers to play with. :)

[@merryclicker]

Not sure yet, but in the Norfolk general area. Got to stay close to two little boys who NEED to get dirty, Need to learn crafts, and Need their grandma! I'll be finding places (hopefully) later this month, moving later in the summer.

[@sweetpeastationnz6598]

fantastic ideas indeed. thanks

[@sharonrobinson2936]

Another thing that is goos is lace and fabric for texturing and patterning your clay

[@UnrulyHousewife]

True! I forgot that. Debbie Crothers does vids about that on her channel! xx

[@hairymelon5551]

Very interesting and informative - I've learnt a lot today and I'm subscribing forthwith! Thank you for sharing your ideas!

[@megapint1499]

Thank you for this very informative video. I have just ordered the exact same leather cutters set from Amazon on your advice. Keep up the good work x

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Thank you! xx

[@janedoe6181]

Great video! I have never seen those leather cutters before. I'm going to have to see if I can find some. They look very sturdy!

[@UnrulyHousewife]

They are on Amazon (American and UK). xx

[@janedoe6181]

Unruly Housewife Thanks! I found sets on both Amazon and eBay that look exactly like yours.

[@whereismymind9429]

that button thing if it feels heavy it could be lead or another metal but they used to use them in curtain hems to weight them and so they hung properly, usually big pretty grand velvet jobbies ^_^

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Ah yes! Thank you! xx

[@ABergieCreation]

Yay It's The Unruly Housewife! Thank you for another helpful video Valerie! :0)

[@PropheticEnvy]

ugh gotta love stamps for papercrafts for PC. Especially that Viva decor Indian Paisley you have there. but man have to get my hands on those leather cutters. thanks for this video. there was a couple of crafts I haven't thought about. like candle making. I have a similar set but it was for wood craving

[@UnrulyHousewife]

The leather cutters are great. But you know that, you've just watched me banging on about them LOL. xx

[@PropheticEnvy]

Unruly Housewife yea a PC guild mate of mine has a set and I'll be making sure I have one too lmao

[@nikkimickdesigns868]

lovely and very helpful Video!! Thank you so much for sharing! x

[@theresafugate1528]

Love this video, here is another idea I use. Those cheap little suncatcher kits for kids, they do need a release I just use water, but they make great impressions and they come in so many cute designs. I have to mention if anyone has a Christmas Tree store in their area, I got those cake tools for 3.99 for like 8 of them like in the beginning of this video. Also Hobby Lobby sells those white plastic plunger cutters 3-5 per package for 3.99. They also sell the pink silicone cake decorating mats at Hobby Lobby ranging $6-9.00. I also will look around my house, ashtrays picture frames with impressed edges, heck I stick my clay on almost anything to see how it would work. I even get a ton of stuff from the thrift stores I picked up a pack of about 50 wood mounted rubber stamps for 2.00 and because I also use dominos for alcohol inks and crafting I picked up a bucket full at the thrift store, same quality ones they sell for 20.00 in the game section at toys are us, I bought for 2.00 as well and the bucket had over 500 large white, smooth dominos in it. I stop in about every other week and can usually get about 3 bags, or buckets of stuff to use with clay for less then 15-20.00, and that is on the high end. I am learning a lot from you, and really enjoying all your videos. Thanks again for sharing!

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Wow! Yeah I love Charity Shops (Thrift Stores). Thank you so much for the encouragement too! xx

[@suekubisch612]

Thank you for the guide for other craft items we can use for polymer clay. I hadn't thought of the leather tools....bought some on ebay, I see they are listed on Amazon under polymer clay tools also. Your texture video I also enjoyed and went to Cool Tools and order some. I have learned a lot from you. Looking forward to others videos. Thanks. Sue

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Thank you! They say polymer clay on those leather tools now? Yay, they are catching on! xx

[@Telenaus]

had not thought of several of those cool!!!

[@grittykitty50]

+Unruly and Martha D: just received my order of leather punches from Walmart online. They are high quality and virtually seamless. The graduated geometric shapes are just what I have been searching for. Thanks a thousand times for the initial tip and the heads up on ordering from Walmart.

[@createwithpolymerclay8477]

thank you, very informative.

[@petercox6700]

Also where did you find the texture sheet that is your favorite as I just love that pattern? Also, where did you find the Candle Carving Tools? Thank You I truly appreciate all the knowledge you have passed to me Thank You So Very Much For All Your Help - Elizabeth

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Oooh, without re-watching the video, I seem to remember it was a "Cool Tools" texture sheet (Google for suppliers) and the carving tool was from good old Amazon. xx

[@tjaysilver]

Thank you so much for the mention, much appreciated. Another great video by the way 😊

[@shirleybryan2572]

Thank you for sharing these tips, particularly the candle carving one. I was on Amazon and saw those exact tools and contemplated buying them, but they were not for candle wax...they were for ear wax. I am very relieved to call them something else. ;-)

[@elizdonovan5650]

Thanks. Great ideas. 🌲🌝☘️

[@brendarutz6667]

I just found your channel today and love it. I also purchased my first clays today. I have a question. I have a lot of embossing folders and stamps from paper card making which I could use but I am worried about the clay damaging them. Could you show me the link to your friend that uses them, please. I am in Canada but my craft stores are at least 2 hours drive away.

[@UnrulyHousewife]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZ3EnIJud7eierM

[@galady8632]

Good to know. I do not have any hampsters but I do have a few pet rocks. Fairly low maintenance, significant concern since I travel for a living. But they can be messy when hungry.

[@drlelou]

I love it! You had so many ideas. Once you use it with the polymer clay can you use it for original hobby ( like leather tools on leather or stamp with ink). Also do you have a video making something with a stamp? I used to sell them and have sheets upon sheets on stamps I never use in card making.

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Laura May Once things have been used with polymer clay they are not suitable to use with food. I use the stamps with ink though, I just clean them with a baby wipe after claying (so far so good). I don't know about leather but my thoughts are that if the tools were wiped thoroughly it should be ok... good question! Maybe someone will see this and help... I use stamps in a few of my vids - like the mica shift (faux holographic) one and the faux ceramic one. Just spritz them with water and press them on really! xx

[@GrammyVulture]

Hi, you know you make it hard not to start claying. If I could just learn to sew first. smiles Kool tools. I especially like the needle handle you made.

[@grittykitty50]

You could just buy a few blocks of clay and a few essential tools like the blade cutter and play around. The great thing about polymer clay is that it is cheap and you get almost instant gratification. Your local Salvation Army or Goodwill are good sources for rollers, buttons, texture makers etc. And don't forget your local army surplus store. So, when you occasionally get bored with sewing, you could clay around. I think you would really like it and you could make simple embellishments for your sewing projects like custom buttons and beads.

[@FranOnTheEdge]

You mentioned (very briefly) using a heat gun to 'set liquid clay' - I am extremely interested in this. (I was thinking along these lines myself) have you gone into this in any more detail in any of your videos? I am thinking that it might help if you wanted to coat a bracelet in liquid clay. (I tried this just painting it on, but it all slid off before the oven could cure it, of course the bracelet being curved already!) That's why I wondered about partially curing the liquid clay with a heat gun prior to completing the cure in the oven. Is this sort of what you meant? Or was it something else entirely?

[@TheNetymags]

Lynzcraft on KZbin will show you how to get the shine on liquid clay with your heat tool! Also I use nail tools with polymer as well.

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Thank you! xx

[@ABergieCreation]

That is so cool about the leather cutters! Never saw anything like that before. How did you find out about those, You are very resourceful :0)

[@UnrulyHousewife]

I belong to a Facebook group called "HOP! Hooked on Polymer" (plus lots of other claying groups) and people were raving about them on there a while ago. :D

[@kimtait3026]

Perhaps the dental mirror could be used to take a peek at the underside of the rollers of the pasta machine. Desperately trying to think of something clay related for that mirror.

[@UnrulyHousewife]

GENIUS! xx

[@margaretmathis4775]

Oh, good idea!

[@petercox6700]

Val,Where did you get your favorite Cake Decorating Stamp? I've been looking everywhere and can' find anything. similar? Thank. You so much.Love, Elizabethh

[@UnrulyHousewife]

I'd love to be original but, as ever, Amazon. xx

[@kathyfuller2768]

Love the different ideas. I also thought about knitting and crochet needles work great. By the way how are the feral cats doing?

[@UnrulyHousewife]

They are very happy thanks! The weather is warming up. xx

[@petercox6700]

Val, Did you make a tutorial for the Needle Tools? Or do you know of one? Thank You So Much For All Your Help!Love,Eluzabeth

[@UnrulyHousewife]

I just pinched the clay how it felt best, shoved in the eye of the needle and baked it! xx

[@witchypoo420]

Love!

[@merryclicker]

Awesome! Where did you get the leather work tools? I NEED those for my stash...! And of course there's the takeout industry, which has a variety of plastic straws and skewers (I have a few different shapes) that can be used for a lot of things. You covered this well, and I wish I had some others that you have but first on my list is those leather tools.

[@icecreamprincess000]

hey :) I just looked for them and found them on AliExpress. Hope they shipt to your country :) www.aliexpress.com/item/DIY-24-Shapes-Hole-Cutter-Punch-For-Handmade-Leathercraft-Tool-Kit-Set/32692231594.html?scm=1007.13339.33317.0&pvid=e422fcf0-728f-409c-841b-151ea7db2cec&tpp=1

[@merryclicker]

They do, but I already ordered them from Walmart. Thanks anyway! Good info for others. Besides, AliExpress is a dangerous site for my ordering addiction! They have EVERYTHING I want and I have no control.

[@icecreamprincess000]

yeaaah you're right :D I just found some more stuff I definitely need :D

[@merryclicker]

My leather work tools arrived... in a plastic case, inside a plastic bag, inside a bubble wrap bag, inside a box, inside a shipping bag. Almost took me longer to open than Valerie's whole video! But only 3 days. I have new toys!!!

[@icecreamprincess000]

congrats :) how much where they?

[@Faerysong1]

Such good advice, love you and your channel. I do so many different things, that when I buy something, I ask myself..."Self" can I use these for more than one thing?" Usually "Self says to me, sure ya can!" So I tend to multipurpose items. LOL Alice

[@reachersmom6586]

Great video. just subscribed to your channel.

[@petercox6700]

Thank You, being a Newbie/Beginner to Polymer Claying this tutorial/Informational has truly opened up my mind to all the possible Crafts where I Can get Tools for working with Polymer Clay. I even already has a Line Cutter and Set of Tools that I got for Pumpkin Carving which I can get out and put in Craft Area for working with Polymer ClayHappy New YearElizabeth PS: I just realized I don't know what your name is besides Unruly Housewife?

[@UnrulyHousewife]

It's Val. xx

[@bonnieocker7349]

Love the leather cutters. With that being said I have no idea where I would put any more tools......hmmmm! Also, have you watched Cindy Leitz's video on the suger veil sheets you have? I've been wanting to try those. They are just beautiful, but I have been really sticking to the "what would I do with that tool" before I buy. Right now I am obsessed with jar houses. I love making small stuff too. What is it now, 11 days until you get hitched? Lucky for me the third time was the charm. My Mom, bless her soul has told me and everyone else that I got the only perfect man that God created......hoping yours is almost as perfect as mine....lol. You'll have to let us all know the time your're getting married so that we can be thinking of you!!!

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Yep 11 days! It's going so fast. I hope Dave is as perfect as your man LOL. I did indeed watch Cindy's tutorial AND I bought the sheets. They worked really well. :D

[@sandyhearth8249]

Hello Bonnie, I'm brand-new to polymer clay and came across this lovely lady's video. I'm enjoying all the comments and learning great tips for a new-to-me craft. I'm curious... what are "jar houses"?

[@Grambo1946]

I bought the leather cutters. How do you get rid of the smell, they smell like they belong in a mechanics garage.

[@UnrulyHousewife]

I have no idea... Do they smell?! This is news to me, as I have Anosmia. There's a video on my channel somewhere... I have had no sense of smell since birth. xx

[@Grambo1946]

Unruly Housewife I think I remember you saying that now that I think about it.

[@francesmacdonald2234]

Val, I miss your very pleasant face when not on camera. I must say that with the nuptials fast approaching, I hope everything is all set. I would think special accommodations for the Queen and Prince Philip have taken up a lot of your time. Makes me a little nervous! I wish you had a P O box so I could send you a card.

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Aw that's kind but there really is no need. The Queen? She isn't coming to MY wedding! Things seem to be OK so far, hopefully we will get some video footage on the day.

[@mariacristinaromanmacias497]

Ojalá tuviera traducción

[@UnrulyHousewife]

Lo siento. :(

[@mariacristinaromanmacias497]

Las que no hablamos sino español no entendemos nada😞

[@heatherpier148]

inexpensive is my favorite word.

[@UnrulyHousewife]

You must have loved this video then - I nearly wore that word out LOL. xx