Chalk Pastels on Polymer Clay (Solid and Liquid Clay)
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- Опубліковано 3 жов 2024
- Video #705: Pastel chalks stick surprisingly well to polymer clay. In this video I provide lots of ideas to try out for yourself... More Info: www.beadsandbea... Polymer Clay Tutor.
In this video are examples of different brands of Chalk Pastels (Not Oil Pastels), and examples of finished polymer clay pieces that have incorporated Chalk Pastels.
In these examples from previous PcT tutorials, the chalk pastels have been used on both raw clay and mixed into liquid polymer clay.
Chalk pastels come in many colors and quality standards, ranging from Student Grade to Artist Grade. The artist grade chalk pastels tend to have a higher pigment level than the student grade ones.
Chalk pastels stick very well to polymer clay and usually don't need to be sealed unless they will receive high wear, or you are worried about them getting dirty.
You can use any polymer clay safe finishes to seal your chalk pastels if you wish.
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You can also use it with a wet brush so you can have more control over where it's applies, especially comes in handy on miniatures.
brikhouse good to know, thank you
but won't that mar the raw clay?
Oh my gosh.... that fairy door! Your work is beautiful.
I tried oil pastels today on clay and didn't get good results. I've "played" with clay for so many years and love it even more than I did!
I've been using the liquid Flimo for about 6 months, and I love it. It drys really hard and nothing, (and I mean nothing can move it!). It drys clear and I've used it to coat, fill and to reinforce clay items with no issues whatsoever. You can also mix small amounts of pastel or clay into it and stir it to either a smooth fondant thickness, or leave it chunky. I used it on my Gingerbread House as snow, it looks really good. However, it's quite pricy, and you don't get a lot for your money, however, it goes far depending on what your making. I always turn to it when I'm working clay as it's never let me down.
Magical Bevanna / Thanx I'm just getting into this I'm going to try that*
Thank for the information! I just got some clay and pastels and tools in a sculpture box and I can’t wait to start creating!
Thank you. I wish I had known about polymer clay when I was younger, but I am so happy I discovered it. I am always learning new and exciting ways to use it. I am going to purchase the liquid FIMO this week, one of the things I want to try with it is image transfer. You just gave me some wonderful tips, I am going to try using pumpkin spice seasoning and see if the wonderful scent sticks around. Thank you.
+Nicole Newman That is a very interesting idea using spice. You'll have to post back with a report!
I would LOVE for you to do the FIMO liquid video sooner rather than later. I have several projects that I am going to do for Christmas and if what I have heard about the liquid FIMO is true I would spend the money to get it. It is so much more expensive than TLS. Thank you, I have learned so much from you. I really appreciate your valuable teaching and knowledge that you share with us.
If you'd like to know ASAP, SugarCharmShop has done a video comparing TLS and Fimo Liquid Clay and talked about what she liked about each and what she uses it for. She does amazingly realistic miniatures, so perhaps that video could help you. :)
+Amy He thank you. I follow her but I missed seeing this one. I will go and watch it now.
Hi Nicole, there are so many wonderful things you can do with FIMO liquid. Basically your FIMO and TLS are the same except that the FIMO is more translucent after baking. Not only can you mix it with caulk pastels to color it but you can also use oil paints, eyeshadow, and powdered food coloring. I have even used different spices(cinnamon, clove, turmeric), instant coffee, and oil pastels. As long as you don't mix it with a water based color there are lots of different things you can use to color your FIMO or TLS. I have even mixed it with sand and baked it, which creates a wonderful effect. You can paint it on to a printed picture and put it in a cameo. After you color it you can even paint with it. In case you didn't know Kato Polyclay sells it own line of colored liquid clay, and Sculpey just came out with gold and silver colored TLS. If you have any other questions please feel free to ask me. I've been doing this over 20 years so I'm full of information. Take care, Dee😊
As usual you are a plethora of ideas and knowledge, Cindy......thank you for sharing!!
You have the eye of a true artist. You understand color to an exceptional degree. I just learned so much from you. :)
Aww, thank you so much for your kind words!
@@PolymerClayTutor thank YOU for sharing your excellent work!
Thank you, I was just working with chalks and clay. You answered some of my questions already.
Think I said this in a video before but I love you!!! You seem to have a video for every polymer clay question I have. Thank you!
:)
you are very good explaining, and I love your tutorials they are so interesting
I have just started using polymer clay and I am delighted to have found your videos. It is like having my own personal tutor on tap. Thank you.
Thank you! 💖💖💖
I have just ordered some mica powder after watching another of your videos. I really appreciate that you back up your personal opinions with experiments to back them up. Excellent teaching skills!
@@carolbarnes7520 Thank you! 💖
I'd love to see comparisons done on the translucency of each 'translucent' liquid clay and how they look when finished, as well as how they look with pigments added.
Look up Blue Bottle Tree. That woman did *all* the research about little details like that.
@aprilstewart5929 my comment was made 7 years ago lol.
@@Yamashta How fallible of me. :)
I am a crafter aswell and got the Artist Loft pastels and they work realty good especially on a white peace of clay it works amazing 👌🏼
Sorry I am beginner and I dont understan when to use the chalk for painting. After baking or before?
Liquid fimo clay!!!! yes please up in the list!!!!
Thank you! Love your videos!!!!!
i would love to see your testing on the liquid clays :)
I love your tutorials! Super helpful. Thanks for making this!
I would love to see a comparison of the liquid polymer clays!! :)
Tanks for the video i learn a lot from you thank u again! greetings from the Nederlands
Thanks Cindy! Just purchased my first bottle of TLS so I'll be trying this out today!
Thank you for your tutorial!! I would like to ask in what stage we use soft pastels on clay? Before or after baking it? When do we apply it on air clay?
I would hope you can do the liquid FIMO sooner rather than later. I really appreciate your videos and I hope you have a wonderful day!
Looks like a great technique
I couldn't find the artist's loft soft pastel size kit you have at the Surrey Micheals (yes I'm in the same city as you :)! ) ...and it wasn't cheap either, I only got a small box of 12 colors for $16 dollars, and anything bigger was more expensive, they only had a large box of skin tone portrait colors for around $26, so I'm guessing the rainbow colored one would be the same price if they had it in stock that day. I'll try to check out Langley next time!
Yes, bump it up please. Love your fairy door.
Wow! SO BEAUTIFUL 😍 Thank you for sharing your skills and knowledge!! 🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️
Yes, please test the liquid fimo. Also, as I've asked in another comment, I would love to see a comparison between different brands of pearly clays when it comes to mica content, especially when applied to the mica shift technique.
Premo contains the most mica.
+DeeEll86442 I know that, but premo isn't available to me. I can only work with fimo, but I'm curious to see just how pearly it can be next to other brands. I know premo will shine on that one.
Nice video. Thanks for the explanation between the two types . I’m gonna try my hand at clay succulents . I’m a succulent addict 🤣. I have over 200 plants . But I’ve gotten spider mites and Mealybugs. Plus rot and other issues . I want to make them so realistic that one can’t tell they’re clay . Seems that the oil pastels would make the perfect “ farina “ look . Like the waxy coating on real ones . I’ll try both types and see how it goes . Cheaper than acrylic paints and so many color choices . Your creations are gorgeous 😊
Sounds like an excellent plan! Who better to attempt to recreate succulents, than a succulent addict! 😀
Very well done and a lot of great information thanks a million!
What would I use,to protect it from weather, as I plan on mixing pc, omong plants in my outside planters😉
PLEASE! That has been a burning question for a really long time for me. I would love to have your expertise in polymer clay with respect to oil pastels! Look forward to ( hopefully) seeing and hearing your results :-)
You can also use petal dust. I use it on dollhouse miniatures.
I know you said it doesn't really rub off once its applied to raw clay and baked, but if you apply it to already baked clay does it still not rub off or does it then?
Well! I've only watched 2 of your videos and I'm so excited. I am completely new to polymer clay and you videos are fantastic, so I will be continuing to watch and learn. You have so many videos, and I haven't had a chance to look at all of them so if there is a video on my question I apologise. But do you, or anyone else is might read this, do you do this as your business? Or just a hobby?
I am looking to start an online shop and I am curious to see if y'all can make a good living (not looking to get rich😁)
Doing polymer clay? Thank you!!
Wow.that is so nice! You are soooo creative!
You have a large Sculpey bottle of translucent clay? I cannot find anywhere? I think (??) Sculpey discontinued the larger bottles??
So you paint the clay while it's still wet? Do ppl ever paint the piece after baking it so you are painting a hard surface?
I love the pastel effects that gives beautiful colors... However, you can't polish or buffering it at all..........
Very helpful.. Thank you!
iv used oil pastels for tinting translucent clay and liquid
Hi, I noticed Golden products on your table and wondered if you use their products with polymer. After I I attended a Golden workshop last week I called to ask about Golden products and they advised me not to. Can you talk about this in a future video?
how do you protect the pastels on already baked clay, and what kind of finishes do you get from all the products mentioned or others?.
That was very useful. Thank you.
I hope you’ll notice me. When should I use it? before baking or after baking?
It sticks much better if you use it on raw clay, though you can do a little shading with it on Baked clay (like blushing cheeks on a face). I use it mostly on raw clay though.
@@PolymerClayTutor thank you 🙏❤️
Can you use this to colour cooked clay? And if so, how do you seal it?
Awesome video!
Could you do a demo of a translucent hollow pendant using liquid clay, soft natural clay, and alcohol markers?
You're amazing thank you!
Wonderful as always, Thank you!
how does polymer clay turn out if it was put in a sulfer solution.
Can you show how to make fairy wings using FIMO translucent liquid clay asap. Thanks, I've learned so much watching your videos.
Thanks for the information It’s helpful
Hi Cindy. I would love to see a test on the FIMO liquid. I really love it but would be interested to see what you think. The best thing I found out is that it actually glows under UV light. I did a tutorial called 'Neon boat' to test it and it does really work. Thanks for the vids as always. Hope you had a great halloween!
Would love to see the Fimo clear and pastels.
I loved it !!!! Thanks a lot!!!! Great help!!!!
I wanna use chalk pastels as well.
Awesome & Useful Information. Thanks For Sharing
Thank you, I used chalk pastels mixed with the clay directly and it turned out okay. I still think I put too much into the mix because it breaks easily.
Thanks for sharing this, I may have found my new favorite way to colour my super sculpey stuff. Chalk pastels are usually quite opaque so I'm guessing I don't need to use white clay for this, right?
Right! Just do a little test sample and see what kind of coverage you get with the type of chalk pastel you're using, how heavy that you use it, the color of the clay underneath, etc. so you know how it will turn out after it is baked.
Yes do the Fimo
What is better and can be more fixed,; Is to brush the chalk on the polymer clay surface ( after or before) be baked?
2. Can I use fixative spray after finish my piece?
If you brush it on before it is baked then it will bond with the clay and may not even need anything to seal it in. If you do want to seal in a powder, make sure it is not loose and then use an acrylic varnish or a polymer clay safe spray like Helmar Crystal Kote Matte. A fixative spray will most likely react with the polymer and make it sticky over time.
@@PolymerClayTutor
Thank you, Cindy.
That's true, yesterday evening actually I was in a hurry so I have just tried the brush on before bake and it was much better than after.
I used to paint on acrylic metallic varnish after bake always, but chalk was new and different experience to my work, so thats why. it went well at last.
About the spray part; Unfortunately, this spray doesn't sell or provide here.
I tried to use different sprays before but none of them working, so I stopped use them since awhile, as they were sticky same as you've just mentioned, so trying to find an ideal alternative spray that fixing, and giving glossy shine finishing.
I might try to order it online or so.
- Does Helmar " Gloss " do stick as well or non sticky?
@@svt9352 I have heard the Helmar Gloss doesn't work as well, but I haven't tried it yet to be positive. There is a brand of spray that is polymer safe from the UK called Baufix. Here is a link to a lady I know that has tested it extensively: ua-cam.com/video/Io71lSmyOz8/v-deo.html
@@PolymerClayTutor
Thank you, Cindy
I have checked the link.. It seems a good option, however I tried to check it online stores, not available, even on product's official website they only ship to Germany and Austria; unfortuniarly.
There is a product call " Varathane polyurethane gloss (water based), found some ppl on UA-cam recommend It, but it is way expensive than Baufix.
I thought of something a bit crazy to try but, there is a fixative spray I liked always to use for my pastel drawing " Talens", I have tried it on p.clay, I left it for some hours it to check if it will react to, it has given it a nice glossy look but a sticky touch, after a couple days or so it just not that sticky. In other hand it depends on the amount of spray as it has to be done sparingly.
Well, sounds a bit crazy of me lol but I tried to find an alternative way until I find the better suitable option.
I am so thankful to you for your good recommendations, and I hope that they become more available on online stores very soon.
@@svt9352 Yeah I think they only sell it at a store in the UK called Lidl. I believe that is how it is spelled.
I would love to see the FIMO liquid polymer clay video. Also, you did a video a while back on how the new sculpy pasta machine worked, Can you tell me what you thought about the result. thank you
Is it possible to blend the pastel into solid unbaked clay for coloration?
do you bake the clay then put pastels on them or put pastels on them then bake?
Hi .. thanks for the wonderful video. Very inspiring. If you don't mind , i have a question. So , if i put the chalk into the clay and mix it before baking, will the chalk reduce clay elasticity after baked?
I'd be very interested in seeing the FIMO liquid polymer clay video!
does coating it w mod podge ruin the colours?
Great video. Thank you Cindy for all your information and all that you teach me and the many other clay artists out here.
I have experimented a little and turned translucent and white clay into whatever colour, using shaved chalk pastels. By mixing it right inside. Depending on the intensity wanted of the colour, I also have tested out other ways to pigment polymer clay, mixed in and baked it with shaved oil pastels, oil paint and in some cases even acrylic paint worked. Oh yes, and pigment ink seemed okay too, but it takes too much to mix in and get a decent hue. I was surprised at all the results. Messy, but then that is the best part about being an artist. :o) I did a simple blog article about it at HeArtfullycreating.
So it is safe to mix it into clay befor baking? Thank you for the video!😁
PolymerClayTutor Hi Cindy~~~I've used soft pastels on white Sculpey and white Premo clay. The blending was amazing, but after I baked it, the piece remained bendy. Should I have baked it longer to stiffen it up? I made a 1/4" thick flat pendant and baked it for 45 minutes.
+HKreations Certain brands of polymer clay are quite bendy after baking. Baking longer won't change that. I have a video in my channel that talks all about that. Check it out when you get the chance.
Fimo liqid is amazing, i use that material for making something like a fake resin look because new fimo liqid is super transparent.
Yes please do a fimo video
love fimo liquid! good vid 😊
So why chalk pastels over acrylic paint? Is it just easier? Less messy? Better colors? Better blending? I'm new to this.
Hi, acrylic paint is water based FIMO/TLS has a type of oil base. Oil and water don't mix without and emulsifier. Some people do use acrylic, but it depends on the brand and how much is added. To be safe it's best to use the chalks, mica powders, eyeshadow, powdered food coloring, oil pastels, and even different spices like cinnamon and such.
***** That explains alot. Thank you. But after bake? Does this still apply?
Good video. I wish you had tested the oil pastels as well since they are the only pastels available at my most convenient store. I hope you will do that video soon.
- Heidi
Hi, You can use oil pastels as well as oil paints. You can also use left over eyeshadow, powdered food coloring, and different spices and instant coffee. As long as you don't use any colors that are waterbased. I've seen people use acrylic paints but when it bakes the water creates steam and can make bubbles in your baked clay, so it's best not to use it. You can add it glitter or sand to create some wonderful effects. I hope this helps. If you have any other questions I'd be more than happy to help. Take care, Dee😊
Can I color white polymer clay by mixing the pastels into the clay instead of brushing it on top of the clay?
You can but chaulk pastels are not that concentrated so you may need to add a fair amount to get any sort of solid color, which could change the consistency and make it more crumbly, if you use too much. The other thing is that it tends to make the clay look speckled. You should also know, that if you mix chalk pastels into translucent, you will get a truer color than if you mix it into white. You can definitely mix them in, but you just may get a different result that you think, so make sure to do test strips before using it for a large project.
Have you tried it with bees wax?
I just love you tips....100% helpful... I just wanted to know would it work if I mix the chalk pastels in with the mica powder? polymer clay isn't very big in South Africa so you struggle to find a lot of colours this side...
Hi, I really enjoy your Videos. I do have a question: how safe are the different Varnishes for the Skin. They look very nice on the beads, but just wondering about the safety of the varnish.
I don't know why but i couldn't find any chalk pastel in local art stores. I'm wondering if there is any chance that hard and chalk pastels are the same thing. And thank you for this informative video 👍🏻
Would you do a video on polymer clay hair accessories?
I bought some resin dye (color shifting type) pigment by mistake and I was wondering if I could use it on black polymer clay? Originally I thought I could make a paint pigment for plastic models out of it but that was a bust. I hope you can answer this, I can't find anything on it so far. Thank you in advance.
This is great. Thank you
Very helpful thanks.
can you protect it with the min wax, because that's all i have for now.
Does the chalk come off with water or do you have to add some kind of polish once it's baked?
. . . so, the difference between hard and soft pastels is basically how much they move. soft pastels blend A LOT, hard pastels, like what i suspect the loew cornell are, barely move at all once they are put on paper.
Thank you so much for sharing that information with us. That wasn't a term that I was familiar with. I will do my best to remember that!
Thanks for the information.
Me Again! Question: When using TLS on baked clay to attach a piece of clay to cover the back of a metal clasp that was baked in, do I need to cure it again in order for the TLS to dry, or will it dry without curing?
Can you apply pastels to clay after your piece is baked??
Yes, but you will have to seal it afterwards or it would rub off
Could you please let me know if you have done a video on the faux batik technique.
Yes actually we do have the Polymer Clay Batik Technique Tutorial here: www.beadvideos.com/back-issues-03/vol-069/
May I asking... is this chalk pastel is same with hair chalk pastel ? Both has label as soft pastels.
I haven't tested hair chalks on polymer clay so I don't know for sure, but it might be the same product. The only way to know is to do some test strips to see if they will work.
Thank you so much for sharing. Hugs and purrs
Yay! I'm so glad I found you!! Your tutorials are awesome and I love all your tips and tricks!! :)
Question: where can you buy the liquid fimo? I live in Canada, and have only found it on eBay and it is big bucks. lol
good video, I would like to have more info on liquid fimo clay. Thanks
Thank you for such an informative tut!😊 I have been looking for a vid on either acrylic or watercoloring on raw or baked premo. Have you tried that? If not, is it possible? And would u do a vid on it?
Thanx😊😊😊
Hello! great vid, thank you - may i ask if you ever add the colour after baking? as far as i know it's fine to do so? pastels seem to be so much finer & 'airbrushed' in finish that i'd like to try them on my miniatures, but i add so much detail in my sculpting, that painting soft clay will destroy it, so i need to do it last after baking, so i would need a nice thin, matte seal or glaze i think ? im so new to pastels haha, THE FEAR! :)
very nice :o) my favorite was the fairy door :o)
Hi , I was just wondering to use pastel dust on metal, ,like enamel what would be the best way?