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Just a question to those of you who have made some how well does polymer clay stand up to everyday use I am under the impression when it is baked its as hard as plastic.
 
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Themackay said:
Just a question to those of you who have made some how well does polymer clay stand up to everyday use I am under the impression when it is baked its as hard as plastic.
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It is a plastic and when baked properly is no more of a problem than other plastics used for pen blanks.

Peter
 
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Ebay, if you want the raw stuff to make your own canes or also ebay and etsy if you want ready made canes.

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Some of us tried it but to be honest it is to much farting around for me Itzic is a master of making pens with it which you can find on here
 
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My thought since as well Woody Itzak would be a Monty to talk with on a pm or post we all would be interested really.

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