Polyurethane is one of the most durable and protective wood finishes available in the market. It is sold in both water-based and oil-based formulas. There are subtle differences between the two when it comes to their application. Standard polyurethane can be generally applied with either a brush or a rag. While applying polyurethane stain,…
Kids grow up really fast. One day they are so small, sweet, and helpless and the next thing you know, they are on a plane off to college to pursue their dreams. That’s why many parents have this tradition of making their kid’s handprints as keepsakes. To have a truly memorable piece of them from…
A pottery wheel is one of the most essential pieces of equipment required for making pottery. Thus, it can be a challenge to make a wise purchase decision whether you’re looking to get a new pottery wheel or your first one. What are the best electric pottery wheels? The best electric pottery wheel should be…
Terracotta pots are nice, inexpensive, durable containers that are commonly used to hold plants. You can find them in different sizes but, unfortunately, limited color options. That’s not a problem, though, if you’re the kind of person who likes to customize your stuff anyway. With a bit of creativity and some paint, you can transform…
It is no longer a concern whether polymer clay should be glazed or not. It is stable without any finish and naturally looks terrific. But glazing intensifies that beauty and seals in other embellishments such as mica powder or paint. A glaze makes polymer clay pop behind a smooth sheen, adds depth, and conceals tiny imperfections….
Painting ceramic mugs is a great way to customize them. Nothing dresses up a plain surface like a bit of paint. It’s great way to take a tired old mug and make it look fresh and exciting – or make a beautifully unique gift. But after you paint your masterpiece, you have to make sure…
Air-drying clay is a versatile form of clay used for modeling sculptures and other objects. The thing with air-drying clay is that it is not waterproof. Hence, you will have to use varnish for preventing the finished item from cracking. Damp clay will cause the paint to smudge thereby ruining your art piece. While…
Once you have shaped your polymer clay and dried it, it would be time to get started with the finishing touches. Often, this means buffing, sanding, engraving, and even drilling small holes. When working with polymer clay, you need to have the right tool to get this done, and having a Dremel tool, or another…
Not everyone has the luxury of a pottery wheel to work with, and some people just prefer going back to basics and using only their hands, a great clay, and a small number of tools to make some beautiful pieces. To ensure that your handbuilding process goes according to plan, you need to ensure you…
Polymer clay, or polyclay, is a fun modelling material that you can easily bake at home. To successfully bake polymer clay, however, you’ll need to know how to choose a polymer clay oven, how long to bake your polymer clay, and what temperature to bake it at. How how do you bake polymer clay on…