The Clay Impress
@theclayimpress.bsky.social
We create high-quality polymer clay cutters and tools for discerning makers. Based in Hawaii, we’re dedicated to ethical craftsmanship and supporting the maker community. Find us at TheClayImpress.com.
✨ Clay Tip of the Day ✨
Ever get bubbles in your polyurethane top coat? Unlike resin, you can’t pop them with a torch. The heat just flash-dries the surface and traps them. So what does work? 👇
Ever get bubbles in your polyurethane top coat? Unlike resin, you can’t pop them with a torch. The heat just flash-dries the surface and traps them. So what does work? 👇
October 3, 2025 at 8:51 PM
✨ Clay Tip of the Day ✨
Ever get bubbles in your polyurethane top coat? Unlike resin, you can’t pop them with a torch. The heat just flash-dries the surface and traps them. So what does work? 👇
Ever get bubbles in your polyurethane top coat? Unlike resin, you can’t pop them with a torch. The heat just flash-dries the surface and traps them. So what does work? 👇
Spring Pet Peeve:
Bunnies don’t have toe beans! Their feet are covered in thick fur, no pads like cats or dogs. But I keep seeing bunny art with little pink beans. Cute? Yes. Accurate? Not at all! Why are we giving rabbits cat feet?! #BunnyAnatomy #NoBeans #PetPeeve
Bunnies don’t have toe beans! Their feet are covered in thick fur, no pads like cats or dogs. But I keep seeing bunny art with little pink beans. Cute? Yes. Accurate? Not at all! Why are we giving rabbits cat feet?! #BunnyAnatomy #NoBeans #PetPeeve
March 7, 2025 at 8:47 AM
Spring Pet Peeve:
Bunnies don’t have toe beans! Their feet are covered in thick fur, no pads like cats or dogs. But I keep seeing bunny art with little pink beans. Cute? Yes. Accurate? Not at all! Why are we giving rabbits cat feet?! #BunnyAnatomy #NoBeans #PetPeeve
Bunnies don’t have toe beans! Their feet are covered in thick fur, no pads like cats or dogs. But I keep seeing bunny art with little pink beans. Cute? Yes. Accurate? Not at all! Why are we giving rabbits cat feet?! #BunnyAnatomy #NoBeans #PetPeeve
February 12, 2025 at 6:54 PM
With the slow start to the year and the shift of a new administration into the White House, it's no wonder so many of us are feeling all the feelings right now. Take a deep breath, and remember to be kind to yourself. Your worth is not tied to productivity. Rest, recharge, and let yourself just be.💜
January 27, 2025 at 9:49 PM
With the slow start to the year and the shift of a new administration into the White House, it's no wonder so many of us are feeling all the feelings right now. Take a deep breath, and remember to be kind to yourself. Your worth is not tied to productivity. Rest, recharge, and let yourself just be.💜
Misinformation Monday:
"You can precondition clay."
Nope! Once conditioned, it stays soft for only about 24 hours. Conditioning clay and storing it is pointless. It’ll firm up again. Keep it sealed and condition only what you need when you're ready to use it. #PolymerClay #PolymerClayTips
"You can precondition clay."
Nope! Once conditioned, it stays soft for only about 24 hours. Conditioning clay and storing it is pointless. It’ll firm up again. Keep it sealed and condition only what you need when you're ready to use it. #PolymerClay #PolymerClayTips
January 14, 2025 at 2:07 AM
Misinformation Monday:
"You can precondition clay."
Nope! Once conditioned, it stays soft for only about 24 hours. Conditioning clay and storing it is pointless. It’ll firm up again. Keep it sealed and condition only what you need when you're ready to use it. #PolymerClay #PolymerClayTips
"You can precondition clay."
Nope! Once conditioned, it stays soft for only about 24 hours. Conditioning clay and storing it is pointless. It’ll firm up again. Keep it sealed and condition only what you need when you're ready to use it. #PolymerClay #PolymerClayTips
Misinformation Monday!
"Quenching polymer clay (putting it in cold water out of the oven) makes it stronger or translucent clay clearer."
Quenching hasn’t been proven to improve strength or clarity. Strength depends on curing, while translucency varies by brand, thickness, and baking temperature.
"Quenching polymer clay (putting it in cold water out of the oven) makes it stronger or translucent clay clearer."
Quenching hasn’t been proven to improve strength or clarity. Strength depends on curing, while translucency varies by brand, thickness, and baking temperature.
December 30, 2024 at 6:42 PM
Misinformation Monday!
"Quenching polymer clay (putting it in cold water out of the oven) makes it stronger or translucent clay clearer."
Quenching hasn’t been proven to improve strength or clarity. Strength depends on curing, while translucency varies by brand, thickness, and baking temperature.
"Quenching polymer clay (putting it in cold water out of the oven) makes it stronger or translucent clay clearer."
Quenching hasn’t been proven to improve strength or clarity. Strength depends on curing, while translucency varies by brand, thickness, and baking temperature.
The holidays can be overwhelming. Be gentle with yourself. Rest, cherish the little moments, and release perfection. Your well-being matters more than meeting expectations. You are enough. 🎄🫂❤️ #HappyHolidays #MerryChristmas #YouAreEnough
December 24, 2024 at 6:24 PM
The holidays can be overwhelming. Be gentle with yourself. Rest, cherish the little moments, and release perfection. Your well-being matters more than meeting expectations. You are enough. 🎄🫂❤️ #HappyHolidays #MerryChristmas #YouAreEnough
Have you had issues with resin lifting away from your clay when you drill through it?
Try using grinding drill bits with your Dremel or power drill. They stay steady without jumping and prevent resin from lifting and creating air pockets around your drill holes. #polymerclay
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Try using grinding drill bits with your Dremel or power drill. They stay steady without jumping and prevent resin from lifting and creating air pockets around your drill holes. #polymerclay
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December 20, 2024 at 7:37 PM
Have you had issues with resin lifting away from your clay when you drill through it?
Try using grinding drill bits with your Dremel or power drill. They stay steady without jumping and prevent resin from lifting and creating air pockets around your drill holes. #polymerclay
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Try using grinding drill bits with your Dremel or power drill. They stay steady without jumping and prevent resin from lifting and creating air pockets around your drill holes. #polymerclay
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Hot take: If you're investing in hypoallergenic metals for your polymer clay jewelry but using UV resin to attach earring posts, you're canceling out the hypoallergenic benefits. Resins can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions. Secure those posts with clay instead! #polymerclay #hottake
December 18, 2024 at 6:04 PM
Hot take: If you're investing in hypoallergenic metals for your polymer clay jewelry but using UV resin to attach earring posts, you're canceling out the hypoallergenic benefits. Resins can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions. Secure those posts with clay instead! #polymerclay #hottake
Misinformation Monday:
"Conditioning polymer clay makes it durable."
False! Durability depends on proper baking, not conditioning. If your clay snaps, it’s likely under-baked or baked at too low a temperature.
Invest in an oven thermometer to ensure accurate curing.
#PolymerClay #PolymerClayTips
"Conditioning polymer clay makes it durable."
False! Durability depends on proper baking, not conditioning. If your clay snaps, it’s likely under-baked or baked at too low a temperature.
Invest in an oven thermometer to ensure accurate curing.
#PolymerClay #PolymerClayTips
December 16, 2024 at 6:52 PM
Misinformation Monday:
"Conditioning polymer clay makes it durable."
False! Durability depends on proper baking, not conditioning. If your clay snaps, it’s likely under-baked or baked at too low a temperature.
Invest in an oven thermometer to ensure accurate curing.
#PolymerClay #PolymerClayTips
"Conditioning polymer clay makes it durable."
False! Durability depends on proper baking, not conditioning. If your clay snaps, it’s likely under-baked or baked at too low a temperature.
Invest in an oven thermometer to ensure accurate curing.
#PolymerClay #PolymerClayTips
Can't find Sculpey Soufflé? Try mixing Sculpey Premo with Sculpey Ultralight for a similar suede-like texture. Start with 2 parts Premo to 1 part Ultralight, adding small amounts until you find the perfect consistency. Perfect for lightweight, flexible pieces!
#PolymerClay #Sculpey #SculpeySoufflé
#PolymerClay #Sculpey #SculpeySoufflé
December 13, 2024 at 9:32 PM
Can't find Sculpey Soufflé? Try mixing Sculpey Premo with Sculpey Ultralight for a similar suede-like texture. Start with 2 parts Premo to 1 part Ultralight, adding small amounts until you find the perfect consistency. Perfect for lightweight, flexible pieces!
#PolymerClay #Sculpey #SculpeySoufflé
#PolymerClay #Sculpey #SculpeySoufflé
If I hear one more person say brittle clay is caused by not conditioning enough, I might scream. Conditioning makes clay workable, not stronger. Brittle clay is almost always underbaked or the wrong clay for thin, flexible pieces. #PolymerClayTips #PolymerClay #PolymerClayArtist
December 11, 2024 at 6:19 PM
If I hear one more person say brittle clay is caused by not conditioning enough, I might scream. Conditioning makes clay workable, not stronger. Brittle clay is almost always underbaked or the wrong clay for thin, flexible pieces. #PolymerClayTips #PolymerClay #PolymerClayArtist
Porch pirates are on the rise! Did you know you can have your mail held at the post office? Visit usps.com to set it up and keep your packages safe this holiday season. 🎁📦
#HappyHolidays #PorchPirates
#HappyHolidays #PorchPirates
December 10, 2024 at 8:02 PM
Porch pirates are on the rise! Did you know you can have your mail held at the post office? Visit usps.com to set it up and keep your packages safe this holiday season. 🎁📦
#HappyHolidays #PorchPirates
#HappyHolidays #PorchPirates
Shop Small, Support Creators
Many tools on Shein, Temu, and Amazon are stolen designs from small businesses. By shopping small, you’re supporting original creators, ethical practices, and the heart of the polymer clay community.
#ShopSmall #SupportCreators #PolymerClay
Many tools on Shein, Temu, and Amazon are stolen designs from small businesses. By shopping small, you’re supporting original creators, ethical practices, and the heart of the polymer clay community.
#ShopSmall #SupportCreators #PolymerClay
December 6, 2024 at 6:10 PM
Shop Small, Support Creators
Many tools on Shein, Temu, and Amazon are stolen designs from small businesses. By shopping small, you’re supporting original creators, ethical practices, and the heart of the polymer clay community.
#ShopSmall #SupportCreators #PolymerClay
Many tools on Shein, Temu, and Amazon are stolen designs from small businesses. By shopping small, you’re supporting original creators, ethical practices, and the heart of the polymer clay community.
#ShopSmall #SupportCreators #PolymerClay
Embedding earring posts? Solid clay is the only way! Glue fails, resin isn’t skin-safe. Our patent-pending Earring Embedder Tool makes it quick & reliable. #polymerclay #polymerclayearrings #polymerclaytool
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December 5, 2024 at 7:34 PM
Embedding earring posts? Solid clay is the only way! Glue fails, resin isn’t skin-safe. Our patent-pending Earring Embedder Tool makes it quick & reliable. #polymerclay #polymerclayearrings #polymerclaytool
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Polymer Clay Baking Tip: Polymer clay only burns if the temperature gets too high. Baking for an hour (or even longer) is perfectly safe and ensures full curing, as long as the temp stays steady and accurate! 🔥 #PolymerClayTips #PolymerClay #PolymerClayEarrings
December 4, 2024 at 5:36 PM
Polymer Clay Baking Tip: Polymer clay only burns if the temperature gets too high. Baking for an hour (or even longer) is perfectly safe and ensures full curing, as long as the temp stays steady and accurate! 🔥 #PolymerClayTips #PolymerClay #PolymerClayEarrings
This Thanksgiving, we’re especially grateful for you, our amazing community of makers and supporters. Your creativity inspires us, and your trust in our tools means the world. Thank you for letting us be part of your artistic journey. Wishing you a warm and creative holiday! #PolymerClayCommunity
November 28, 2024 at 9:16 PM
This Thanksgiving, we’re especially grateful for you, our amazing community of makers and supporters. Your creativity inspires us, and your trust in our tools means the world. Thank you for letting us be part of your artistic journey. Wishing you a warm and creative holiday! #PolymerClayCommunity
Let’s debunk a common polymer clay myth! Conditioning clay doesn’t affect its durability once baked—it’s all about making the clay workable and sticky enough to adhere to itself. Some clays don’t even need conditioning and are ready to use straight out of the pack. #PolymerClayTips #PolymerClay
November 28, 2024 at 2:01 AM
Let’s debunk a common polymer clay myth! Conditioning clay doesn’t affect its durability once baked—it’s all about making the clay workable and sticky enough to adhere to itself. Some clays don’t even need conditioning and are ready to use straight out of the pack. #PolymerClayTips #PolymerClay
Did you know? Baking directly on shiny surfaces like ceramic tiles or metal baking sheets can cause uneven shiny spots on the back of your clay pieces. For a smooth finish, bake your creations on parchment paper or cardstock instead. It makes a big difference! #PolymerClay #PolymerClayTips
November 26, 2024 at 7:26 PM
Did you know? Baking directly on shiny surfaces like ceramic tiles or metal baking sheets can cause uneven shiny spots on the back of your clay pieces. For a smooth finish, bake your creations on parchment paper or cardstock instead. It makes a big difference! #PolymerClay #PolymerClayTips
Struggling with clay sticking to your cutters? Try this: dust your cutters and clay lightly with cornstarch before cutting. It helps release the clay cleanly and prevents distortion. Plus, cornstarch wipes off easily once you’re done! Game changer for intricate shapes. #PolymerClayTips #ClayCutters
November 24, 2024 at 10:37 PM
Struggling with clay sticking to your cutters? Try this: dust your cutters and clay lightly with cornstarch before cutting. It helps release the clay cleanly and prevents distortion. Plus, cornstarch wipes off easily once you’re done! Game changer for intricate shapes. #PolymerClayTips #ClayCutters
Colored liquid clay is a game-changer for adding details to polymer clay!
It’s self-leveling, so no brush strokes, and it doesn’t dry as you work—perfect for easy cleanup. Once cured, it’s matte, blends beautifully with solid clay, and is super durable without sealing! #PolymerClayTips #LiquidClay
It’s self-leveling, so no brush strokes, and it doesn’t dry as you work—perfect for easy cleanup. Once cured, it’s matte, blends beautifully with solid clay, and is super durable without sealing! #PolymerClayTips #LiquidClay
November 23, 2024 at 8:32 PM
Colored liquid clay is a game-changer for adding details to polymer clay!
It’s self-leveling, so no brush strokes, and it doesn’t dry as you work—perfect for easy cleanup. Once cured, it’s matte, blends beautifully with solid clay, and is super durable without sealing! #PolymerClayTips #LiquidClay
It’s self-leveling, so no brush strokes, and it doesn’t dry as you work—perfect for easy cleanup. Once cured, it’s matte, blends beautifully with solid clay, and is super durable without sealing! #PolymerClayTips #LiquidClay
Did you know? Baking polymer clay too long won’t burn it—only baking at too high a temperature will! For fully cured, durable pieces, try baking for at least an hour at the recommended temp. Always use an oven thermometer to stay accurate.
#PolymerClayTips #PolymerClay #DIYJewelry
#PolymerClayTips #PolymerClay #DIYJewelry
November 22, 2024 at 9:52 PM
Did you know? Baking polymer clay too long won’t burn it—only baking at too high a temperature will! For fully cured, durable pieces, try baking for at least an hour at the recommended temp. Always use an oven thermometer to stay accurate.
#PolymerClayTips #PolymerClay #DIYJewelry
#PolymerClayTips #PolymerClay #DIYJewelry
Hey BlueSky! The Clay Impress has officially landed!
I asked chatGPT to make a picture my life, and here’s what it came up with. Not bad (but my desk is never this clean 😅).
I’m all about polymer clay and running a small business that sells clay tools here in Hawaii. 👋☺️🌺
I asked chatGPT to make a picture my life, and here’s what it came up with. Not bad (but my desk is never this clean 😅).
I’m all about polymer clay and running a small business that sells clay tools here in Hawaii. 👋☺️🌺
November 22, 2024 at 9:42 AM
Hey BlueSky! The Clay Impress has officially landed!
I asked chatGPT to make a picture my life, and here’s what it came up with. Not bad (but my desk is never this clean 😅).
I’m all about polymer clay and running a small business that sells clay tools here in Hawaii. 👋☺️🌺
I asked chatGPT to make a picture my life, and here’s what it came up with. Not bad (but my desk is never this clean 😅).
I’m all about polymer clay and running a small business that sells clay tools here in Hawaii. 👋☺️🌺