March 1, 2008
Starter Tools for Basic Polymer Clay Projects
Tip #12: Polymer Clay Tools and Kitchen Utensils Should Be Kept Separate:
Always keep the tools you use for polymer clay and the tools you use for food preparation separate. It's best not to risk cross contamination between the two.
You definitely don't want to be getting polymer clay in your food or food in your polymer clay.
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"Basic Tools You'll Need" Video Description: The full version of this tutorial is available in my Beads and Beading Membership Club. In this video I discuss the basic tools that you'll need to get started having fun with polymer clay. It's really quite easy and affordable to get yourself set up.
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Once you get to know me better, you'll see that I love my tools. The more the better! What are some of your favorites?
Is it possible to use a fondant roller as a replacement for an acrylic clay roller? The price seems to be a few dollars cheaper just to perform the same function,but I didn't know if the materials used to make the rollers are different or if you must have a clear roller to roll your clay out with.
Thanks so much for any advice!
Hi Cassandra, great question! I've seen those fondant rollers and I think they should work fine. My only concern is whether or not the plastic in the roller is compatible with the polymer clay. It should be because most food safe plastics are, but I haven't tried it to make sure.
If you do use one, test a small area to see if the clay sticks to it and starts to bond with the roller. If it does, you can still use it but will have to make sure to wipe the roller regularily with a baby wipe to keep the surface from getting marred.
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