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QuestionHow can I soften polymer clay?Sarah Stearns is a DIY Specialist, Artist, Maker, Blogger, and the Founder of SarahMaker.com. With over ten years of experience, she specializes in fun, approachable crafts like crocheting, making polymer clay jewelry, quilting, and creating Cricut projects. Her work has been featured in several publications, such as Scientific American, Good Housekeeping, Vox, and Apartment Therapy. Sarah holds a BA in Psychology from Vanderbilt University.There are several ways to soften polymer clay, even if it's hard and a bit crumbly. Start by warming the piece of clay in your hands. Then, use your fingers to knead the clay. If that's not enough to soften the clay, try chopping it up into small pieces first, or even running it through a pasta machine.
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QuestionFor how long will I have the beads?Community AnswerPolymer clay doesn't mold or expire, so you will have them for a very long time. However, the beads may be fragile if they're thin, especially before they have cooled down after baking.
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QuestionIs there another way to finish the beads other than baking in the oven? Like can you use a microwave or toaster oven instead?Community AnswerNo.
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QuestionHow long do I have to bake the beads for?CraftsmartTop AnswererThis depends on the size and thickness of the bead. Bake for at least the suggested amount of time that the manufacturer provides on the package. Sometimes it can be baked longer, but do not bake for a shorter amount of time. Usually this can be 10 - 30 minutes, but it varies.
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QuestionDo you leave the toothpicks in while baking?Community AnswerNo. It doesn't say to leave the toothpicks in while baking in the article. You only use the toothpick to make the hole in the bead.
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