Keep Round Polymer Canes From Distorting When Slicing Them

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11 жыл бұрын

Video #373: After spending so much time creating your cane design and then reducing it down to a workable size, the last thing you want is for the slices to get all wonky and distorted.
* To avoid distorting your polymer clay canes when slicing them, try the following simple tips.
* Use a sharp thin blade.
* Make a scrap clay cradle with raw light colored clay.
* Use water to keep the cane from sticking to the scrap clay cradle.
* Pull or slide blade through clay and raw clay cradle, rather than pushing down with your blade
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@hollytucker3332 6 жыл бұрын

Finding you is the best clay tool I have found! You have taught me so much, thank you

@PolymerClayTutor 6 жыл бұрын

WOW Thank you Holly for the kind words! I appreciate it more than you know! 💖

@tomgibson7518 8 жыл бұрын

Since seeing your tip on preventing distortion of round canes I have started using a scrap clay cradle on virtually all canes. Triangle canes can be as difficult to maintain shape as the round ones. I have found that a cradle is very helpful Thin slicing with my Lucy slicer. Thank you so much for such a useful tip.

@PolymerClayTutor 11 жыл бұрын

So happy to hear that tinkmustdye! Thanks for coming back and letting us know! :)

@sharonrobinson5570 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks cindy, great idea. I had thought the cradle would be baked and the cane hang over the edge as you cut. This way the cane is supported

@Delicate_Disaster 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I've ruined so many canes trying to learn how to do it. I'm absolutely going to try this. I'm going to make a new cane now. I'll give it a couple days to stiffen up a bit and them try this! 😊

@bonniefaltz9505 5 жыл бұрын

So glad that old videos pop up on my page. This is a great tip, as yours always are! Thank you.

@shelbytaylor4634 11 ай бұрын

I am struggling with this currently and am very grateful for this method being an option

@shelbytaylor4634 11 ай бұрын

Honestly, the angling the blade part worked best for me. I had left my cane to freeze for five minutes or so while watching this video. Worked great!

@katepowell9942 11 жыл бұрын

I always have trouble slicing I will be giving this a go for sure. Thank you so much for sharing.

@BetsyStrebe44 11 жыл бұрын

I am so glad I found this! works incredibly well!

@denisecaudill 3 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness why didn’t I see this years ago? Thank you Cindy!

@pegcarter6566 9 жыл бұрын

Watched your simple slicer video just before this one. You have definitely made my life easier. Again. I learn something from you every day. Thanks!

@marinadossantos7822 9 жыл бұрын

Hi Cindy, really helpful. thanks for the tip! always learning something whit you. you're an inspiration....!

@sjardine1475 11 жыл бұрын

You did it again, Cindy. I was getting discouraged but you came up with a solution! Thanks so much.

@seagull0313 7 жыл бұрын

Yes! Mine turn out just like the first slice you did... so I will enthusiastically use this tip! Thanks so much Cindy!

@barbarabich2883 6 жыл бұрын

Wonderful tip, most diffidently i will this tip too. Thank you so much for all your helpful videos.

@08squareeyes08 11 жыл бұрын

Yes I will use this method ..... thank you so much for sharing

@anuradhashee4126 8 жыл бұрын

Yes Cindy, I did have this problem and will definitely try your tip. Many thanks for sharing it.

@riverandme3217 6 жыл бұрын

Yes... will definitely use it... thanks.

@elizabethphillips7838 7 жыл бұрын

I haven't had trouble yet as i have not started, but now that my Craft Desk, and Convection Toaster oven are here I will be using this tip when I cut my round canes. I had been looking for a way in my studies on how to cut round canes without smashing them. Thank You Cindy for all that you do for us beginners.....

@janetwebb2701 6 жыл бұрын

So very helpful! I can hardly wait to try this method!!!

@islandgirl967891 11 жыл бұрын

Great point. Thank you so much for taking the time to reply. Im excited to try your method. I really appreciate you sharing your experiences and tips and tricks with us. They come in very handy for beginners such as myself and im sure for seasoned artists as well. Keep up the great work. Thank you.

@GreenheartStudio 11 жыл бұрын

Who HASNT had trouble slicing round canes!! Because I have weak hands due to neuropathy, I use the more malleable clays (not Fimo Classic), so never get the control one gets with Fimo Classic. Im going to try Candy's technique with the cradle next chance I get!!! Thanks so much for sharing!!

@judyb3579 10 жыл бұрын

I definitely will use this tip. Thank you Polymer/clayTutor!

@Flooge1 11 жыл бұрын

Cindy, that's a great idea. Funny how we sometimes don't even think of the simplest idea's isn't it. Lucky we have each other in the world. Thanks very much for your tute. Love n Light, Flooge1

@Prpldy15 10 жыл бұрын

YES! I have had trouble and I will definitely use this trick,. Thanks for sharing it,.

@jojocool555 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant, Thanks, Definitely use this method.

@archanaiyer4192 11 жыл бұрын

This is such a simple ..,but really helpful tip.Thanks a lot Cindy :)

@melanieross9999 10 жыл бұрын

Ty 4 the tip. Much appreciated, and YES I will be using this technique.

@karmelidesigns 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks, very helpful!! I will use this tip, it's simple but great!!

@christyhughes6632 4 жыл бұрын

Yes I have had problems keeping my cane round when slicing. I am going to use this and kept this in my save box to go back to if I forget. Thank you again

@annettamoses4356 2 жыл бұрын

Great tip! Yes, I do have trouble keeping my canes round when slicing. I’ll try your idea! Thanks so much. Love your videos! 💕

@lighthouselover75 11 жыл бұрын

I have had that problem...thx for sharing..I will try it

@yaya804 Жыл бұрын

You never cease to amaze me with how clever and handy you are! I love that there is a balance between buying new products and using what you have on your channel. I love this channel, please keep up the INCREDIBLE WORK! 😍😍😍 much love, from Virginia 💗

@irenecook4121 9 жыл бұрын

Hi, I am so happy that I found this tip. I am very new at this craft. I made my first cane and had the flat bottom problem. So this tip was very helpful.

@isabelleblain9657 5 жыл бұрын

Such a useful tip! I am learning so much from you. Thank you!

@TheBroodingTom 11 жыл бұрын

Not bad at all!! Never thought about that, thank you for the tip!! I haven't made too many canes, but def trying this out, thanks for sharing!

@dtessi1714 7 жыл бұрын

very helpful trick...thank you! yes, I have had some trouble and I will definitely be trying this! 😊 LOVE your vids

@GeminiSoundBecki 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this great tip! I will surely use it.

@asdf-JKLL 3 жыл бұрын

My mind is blown!!!!! You’re a genius, I was almost in tears over not being able to keep my cane round!! LOL #SoDramatic Thank you!!! ♥️♥️♥️

@PolymerClayTutor 3 жыл бұрын

You're so welcome!

@elizabethtailor111 7 жыл бұрын

Yep! I'm a-usin' it! Thanks so much!

@debbiejames6498 10 жыл бұрын

I'm new to working with clay and will try in the future, thanks for sharing

@glynisbrits2438 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this tip - I will definitely try it. I'm very new to polymer clay and cutting is a skill I need to learn.

@user-qz6pg2ss6q 6 ай бұрын

using it right now. Thanks loads

@ExkupidsMom 2 жыл бұрын

Still a great tip in 2021. Thanks! I will for sure use this tip starting tomorrow.

@cristinealtenhoffin1950 8 жыл бұрын

yes!! thank u!

@jenniferstrauss2092 9 жыл бұрын

Great tip, I will definitely use this technique,

@lesliegulyas148 5 ай бұрын

Wow! Great idea. Thanks

@betsy1947 9 жыл бұрын

I am brand new to polymer clay, so I'm finding your tips very helpful! That cane is gorgeous, by the way.

@bburg0408 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I'll check out your blog.

@zuritasworld 10 жыл бұрын

Yes I have and I will try this tip thank you so much

@tinkmustdye 11 жыл бұрын

It Freaking Works! I was able to cut four perfectly even disks for a pendant, 2 earrings and a ring. One cut each instead of 2 or 3 per disk. I am so Happy with this method.

@montrealstars60 11 жыл бұрын

I always learn something nice from you!!! I think I will certainly use your method. Awesome!

@SueAnderson11 11 жыл бұрын

I am brand new at using polymer clay, and am just learning how to make canes. I LOVE this tip and will DEFINATELY be using it to cut ALL my canes! Thank you so much!

@moemieregie 10 жыл бұрын

Nice! I will try it!

@solveigjansson8613 3 жыл бұрын

A really good tip ! I have had problems with this !

@leefrankel4191 4 жыл бұрын

Great problem-solving and great tip. Thank you.

@PolymerClayTutor 4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! 💖

@elec2881 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome idea 💡 thanks for sharing!

@joannesminis 10 жыл бұрын

I am definitely going to be trying this technique in the near future!

@hardcoreheatherpinuppflug7941 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutly i will be using this trick THANK U IVE BEEN SEARCHING FOR THIS YES!!!!

@sandyharris7687 7 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Have been practicing with scrap clay and cutting. I encountered this problem immediately, then googled how to solve it and your video came up. Thank you very much.

@gica11420 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks fot the great tip.

@Queenofdamned13 9 жыл бұрын

Nice tip!!!....I had tp then fix the distorted slice.....But know i don't!!!! Thanx Cindy!

@TracyLynnTLC2U 10 жыл бұрын

I am new to polymer clay and I love it! Of course :) But I do hate when my canes become misshapen when I cut them. I thought my blade was sharp enough but I really like your tip. I am definitely going to try it out. Thanks.

@PolymerClayTutor 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you B-Rand Bowser! I have a paid tutorial on how to make that cane if you're interested. It is called the Rose Brain Cane. To find it, you will need to go to my blog (link in description) and type 'rose brain cane tutorial' into the search box at the top of my blog. I'd give you a direct link, but KZfaq does not allow links in comments.

@emongoogle2517 8 жыл бұрын

Yes, I'll definitely use this tip. Thank you! Have you got any suggestions for if I'm getting blade marks on the face of my cane slices?

@snooziesuesue 10 жыл бұрын

good tip. I will use it

@natalieherbin8821 Жыл бұрын

Great tip

@patriciasaxton7167 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant idea thank you. I think you have definitely solved my problem. Can’t wait to try your idea. Thank you from Australia.

@PolymerClayTutor 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@kerry1963qld 6 жыл бұрын

Great idea

@barbaracrandall2213 10 жыл бұрын

great tip

@Miina87 11 жыл бұрын

oh yes i had problems with that. Next time i do a cane i will try your method. Thx!

@woodswalker88 2 жыл бұрын

I just started with clay & had loads of trouble. The biggest problem was finding a suitable blade. Regular knives are too thick. I even tried dental floss. But your idea is a great one!

@Runningformylife1983 3 жыл бұрын

Yes I'm having such trouble I would cry having spent hrs on my cane and it'll flatten so ill definitely be making this method!!! Thank you

@PolymerClayTutor 3 жыл бұрын

Happy this helped! 💖💖💖

@sarahwilliams4675 11 жыл бұрын

thank you for your video, it is very helpful to beginners like me. Will definitely trying this method. Also look forward to watching your other videos;)

@urcocoatea6097 10 жыл бұрын

Nice!! I've been doing polymer since 1998 and I still have a problem making really nice cane slices. Thanks for this tip :-)!

@marywoods6329 6 жыл бұрын

I will use this tip

@mame8274 11 жыл бұрын

thank you for your answer and your explication is very useful. I just start with polymer play. BOnne journée!

@200270258 11 жыл бұрын

the rose thing looks yummy

@lesliegulyas148 4 ай бұрын

That cradle is a great idea. Lot cheaper than a LC slicer.

@Bettina257 7 жыл бұрын

I just found this and yes! I will be using this tip

@patriciavasconcellos4660 9 жыл бұрын

I'm starting using polymer clay and my first cut was a desaster! Tnx for the tip, it'll be very usefull!

@PolymerClayTutor 9 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear this tip was helpful for you Patricia Vasconcellos -- thanks for saying so :)

@sandradavis847 10 жыл бұрын

awesome.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@corneater23 10 жыл бұрын

Oh I've heard of putting clay canes in a bowl of icy water or placing them in the freezer for about 5 to 10 mins to make it easier to cut without smushing them. I think i want to try the freezer option i don't plan on making large canes though :) I so far want to create tiny eyeballs for doll making i was thinking of making eyerise canes then cutting them and placing them on raw white polymer clay balls that way i save white clay and i already have my eye color canes :3

@tinahalle3575 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you ! I’m a beginner and I couldn’t figure out for the life of me how to not distort the designs . I’m trying geometric patterns ( I really should start small but I’m impatient and it’s not serving me lol ). I was really struggling with not squishing it . Very helpful video and I think maybe I’ll back up a few steps and try some beginner videos … maybe lol

@TeeBird910 9 жыл бұрын

Genius!

@cinzialastrega1635 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I finally made a cane I liked and was scared to cut it, but I will follow your advice.

@PolymerClayTutor 5 жыл бұрын

Take one of the canes you didn't like and practice slicing that one. All you need is to do something enough times and you will gain confidence!

@esmesbuttons1516 10 жыл бұрын

Perfect solution :)

@EJPARSONSUK 3 жыл бұрын

Great tip, so simple and yet another use for scrap clay 😁 How did I miss this video for so long? Will definitely give it a try. Thank you. I do subscribe to your website but do wish you were still doing You Tube videos 🤗😊

@PolymerClayTutor 11 жыл бұрын

Hi bburg0408, cane building is pretty tricky to explain in 500 characters or less. Having success with polymer clay canes depends on so many factors, such as clay consistency, the way the design is created and the manner the background was packed. Although I can't really help you with this here, learning about caning would help. I have several cane tutorials on my blog (link in description) that would get you started in the right direction. Good luck!

@theeclecticmuse 4 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love your videos. You have taught me so much and I can never thank you enough for sharing your knowledge. I do have a question and I apologize because it’s not related to this video but I’d like to add polymer clay as a decorative feature to wooden spoons but I’m at a loss as to how to affix unbaked clay to the wood. What would you suggest?

@cardicacreations 11 жыл бұрын

genius!

@islandgirl967891 11 жыл бұрын

What do u think about rolling the cane back and forth as you cut through with the blade. Is that a good method as well? I love your tip i will have to give that a try and also check my blade's sharpness lol

@gaildeltufo-barrett3686 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Cindy great tip . I am new to polymer clay and have been practicing all the different techniques making my own mosaic tiles. I have been starting to try caning and i like it but need more practice. I was watching few of your videos on cane slicers and was wondering if there is a new slicer on market that you like around $60 us or under ?

@yelloworangered 6 жыл бұрын

That was extremely helpful. I was just about to cut my first real cane and was wondering what I could do to avoid the "squish." This was to be my last polymer cane project, but you made my interest in clay last a little longer. :)

@PolymerClayTutor 6 жыл бұрын

So glad that this video was helpful for you! Happy to hear you'll be sticking with polymer clay for a little while longer!

@PolymerClayTutor 11 жыл бұрын

Hi Islandgirl967891, yes the rolling back and forth can work, though I have trouble making a nice straight and even slice that way. I prefer to do it this way.

@klong0001 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tip. What kind of thin blade are you using? As in what brand so I can buy me one =)

@karenchronister8649 10 жыл бұрын

This is great! All my slices look like triangles right now! (I'm a newbie!)

@1337Cassie 10 жыл бұрын

too good.

@loristrout4741 8 жыл бұрын

great idea how about baking the pieces o

@bburg0408 11 жыл бұрын

Hi Cindy, I've always wanted to make a Swiss flag cane i.e. a red cane with a white cross in the centre. I've tried and tried but some how I can't create a nice symmetrical cross in the middle. I've searched the internet for suggestions to no avail. Do you have any suggestions as to how I can achieve this? Thanks in advance.