Quick-start Guide: Polymer Clay (Updated)
Before I get into the fun stuff, a little disclaimer. There is so much more you could learn regarding polymer clay than I’m going to touch on in this guide. My plan is to focus on what will be the most useful for gaming terrain and dungeon tile crafters. If you'd prefer a video version, check out this post! I also plan to work on a community-driven FAQ for Polymer Clay, so send me your questions! So, what is polymer clay? Simply put, polymer clay (or poly clay, as you’ll sometimes see me abbreviate it) , is a modeling clay that contains PVC, which you bake in your oven to harden. (You can read more about the chemical makeup of poly clay here). Types of Polymer Clay There is a lot of poly clay to choose from- both in type and brand. I’m going to touch on what I believe to be better choices for tabletop craft use. Super Sculpey These clays are designed for sculpting and are readily available in most craft & hobby stores, which makes them an easy c...