This week I made a taper candle holder out of polymer clay. I went searching on Pinterest for the idea and many different candle holders came up. I chose to do this design because it was a step up from the very simple coaster I made last week. I found making the cylinder barrel that holds the candle to be quite tricky as polymer clay is not as malleable as traditional clay, and I had to estimate the diameter of the cylinder because I did not have a taper candle at home.
One other thing I am working to figure out is the baking time of the clay. I have to bake the clay at 275 Fahrenheit for 15 minutes per 1/4 inch thickness of clay. I find myself estimating the time, and fearing that I will overcook the clay. Perhaps I will watch a video or read an article that helps with finding a more precise time when cooking polymer clay.
I find this craft to be really enjoyable as I can make quite practical and useful creations for my home as decor. Next week, I plan on either making a spoon rest or a couple egg cups. i find this craft relaxing after a long day of work and school. I put on a show or music and start working with the clay. I look forward to next week’s creations, and hopefully getting a better understanding of the baking time to thickness ratio!
Comments
Emily,
I’m feeling very inspired from your blog post and blog in general! I love the colour scheme you’re following with all of the fun colours, it makes me excited for spring.
I really like that you used Pinterest for sourcing ideas, I haven’t done that yet for my projects and it’s a really good place to collect photos as inspiration. I also agree with you that it’s relaxing doing something with your hands at the end of the day while listening to music or watching a show!
I’m looking forward to seeing more cute items that you create as well as the results of playing around with the heat and timing.
Can’t wait for next week!
Thank you for your nice comments Anabel 🙂 I appreciate it!