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PaulaK
August 24th, 2005, 13:50
The kids are making beads out of Fimo. Never used this before and there are no instructions whatsoever in the pack. Does anyone know if we are supposed to use the glaze before we bake or after? :hehe: We tried without and the Fimo goes really dark and we tried with and the glaze stuck to the tray :lol: I've no idea how hot the oven's supposed to be either. I did it at 200º Please :help: :D
Whitequeen
August 24th, 2005, 13:55
Just for you..............
Fimo Instructions (http://www.newtonwoodminiatures.co.uk/Fimo/Page2%20html.htm)
PaulaK
August 24th, 2005, 13:59
Thanks. So do I varnish before or after :scratch: the oven wasn't hot enough though was it :doh:
Whitequeen
August 24th, 2005, 14:09
OK! Here's another site that says paint something on before, any help?
http://www.suewarden.com/class/projects/2005/May05.htm
PaulaK
August 24th, 2005, 14:13
looks like it should be done after once they've cooled ~ thanks! :D I've wasted loads of clay and ruined their beads. I should have googled it first :rolleyes:
Whitequeen
August 24th, 2005, 14:15
Hey! Tell them they're lucky you helped at all.:lol:

I know all about Fimo now...............30 minutes ago I'd never heard of it.:D
PaulaK
August 24th, 2005, 14:18
I just need to try and make it look like a Mickey head now :Panic:
Mickeymac
August 24th, 2005, 15:44
OMG, we live with a fimo beast. Mickey heads all over, too. Wonder where they get it from?? LOL!
JuniorMickey
August 24th, 2005, 15:45
What's filmo? Can I play?
wdwgrandma
August 24th, 2005, 15:50
Isn't it polymer clay?
Whitequeen
August 24th, 2005, 15:53
It is!:yes:
JuniorMickey
August 24th, 2005, 15:53
humm... never played with clay before....
Mickeymac
August 25th, 2005, 12:31
it stinks to high heaven when you bake it. I want them to invent vanilla or cinnamon scented clay. My Dad would try to eat it then... :rolleyes:
Whitequeen
August 25th, 2005, 12:36
Could you not put a couple of drops of flavoured food essence in it when you kneed it? :unsure: Just a thought as I've never set eyes on the stuff in my life.:)
Mickeymac
August 25th, 2005, 12:39
I dont know what that would do. I'll have to try it.
wdwgrandma
August 25th, 2005, 13:12
It amazes me to see all the different things crafters make out of polymer clay! Beads, picture frames, flowers, boxes, ornaments - TONS of things! However, this is one craft I've had no interest in getting involved in.
PaulaK
August 25th, 2005, 16:09
Callie has a gorgeous Mickey/Minnie style bracelet made from polymer clay beads and swarovski crystals. I bought it off Ebay, but i'm into making my own these days, so I thought i'd attempt to make Lois a similar one. We have loads of bracelets made from Fimo beads. :D
tajainaz
August 25th, 2005, 17:04
A few hints:

If you use kitchen utensils/pans for polymer clay, they are dedicated to that. Do NOT use for food preparation after using them with polymer clay.

Dust your baking surface with corn starch to minimize items sticking to baking surface.

If working with rounded objects, place some batting on the baking tray and dust it with corn starch before baking. It will keep the objects from rolling around.

Look for instructions with baking time. I don't have any clay on hand at the moment, but I think the instructions are 20 minutes (at temperatures in Queenie's post) per .25 inch thickness of clay. It could be .125 (1/8) inch, though. I haven't used it for a couple of years.

When making beads, be sure to pierce the holes before baking. The clay shrinks just a bit, so make the holes just a tiny bit larger than you think you need. A bamboo skewer usually works well. :thumbs:
wdwgrandma
August 25th, 2005, 18:41
Callie has a gorgeous Mickey/Minnie style bracelet made from polymer clay beads and swarovski crystals. I bought it off Ebay, but i'm into making my own these days, so I thought i'd attempt to make Lois a similar one. We have loads of bracelets made from Fimo beads. :D
Oh, I'd love to see it! Pictures????? All the stuff I've ever seen has been on TV crafting shows. I'm not sure I've ever seen a finished product in real life.
Whitequeen
August 25th, 2005, 18:51
I've just realised! I've been in the Creative Corner Forum.:lol: I think I've only been here once before.:rolleyes:

It's very nice and................................creative.:D
wdwgrandma
August 25th, 2005, 18:52
Welcome, Queenie! Pull up a craft and stay awhile!
Whitequeen
August 25th, 2005, 18:56
I can do Cross Stitch and Knitting. Does that get me in? Oh and Caligraphy.:D
PaulaK
August 25th, 2005, 20:27
Cal's Mickey/Minnie bracelet and Lois' Lizzie Mcguire bracelet :D
wdwgrandma
August 25th, 2005, 20:30
I can do Cross Stitch and Knitting. Does that get me in? Oh and Caligraphy.:D
Why, that qualifies you to be a member of our steering committee!!!!!
wdwgrandma
August 25th, 2005, 20:30
Paula, those are great! I especially LOVE the Mickey/Minnie one! You made that yourself? Wow! I am in awe!
PaulaK
August 25th, 2005, 20:33
No, I didn't make it, I bought it off Ebay! :lol: I make the bracelets, but I usually buy the beads. I'm going to try making them myself though, hence this thread, i didn't know what i was doing :lol:
Whitequeen
August 25th, 2005, 20:34
They are beautiful, Paula.:D
wdwgrandma
August 25th, 2005, 20:35
If you make your own jewelry (even if you buy the beads) I'm still in awe!!!!

I watch a show called "The Carol Duvall Show" on HGTV and when the folks come on who do jewelry, it is amazing to watch them! I'm sure I'd pinch a finger with the pliers or poke myself with a piece of wire!
JuniorMickey
August 25th, 2005, 21:28
My roommate makes her own jewlery. I'd love to learn, perfect for Christmas pressies