fimo ppp
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Variety of inspirational examples of how to use fimo to create pieces of jewelleryTRANSCRIPT
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Working with Fimo/Sculpey
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Fimo (also known as Sculpey) is a fantastic product to use when creating your own beads or pendants.
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It feels like plasticine to use and comes in a wide variety of colours.
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Once the designs are made they need to be baked on a low heat for about 15 minutes.
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Once cooled, the beads or pendants become rock hard.
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Designs are only limited by the imagination!Designs are only limited by the imagination!
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Fimo also looks very effective when combined with other materials such as shells and glass beads.
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To add shine to the creations they need to be glazed and left to dry.To add shine to the creations they need to be glazed and left to dry.
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Combining large and small beads in complimentary colours adds interest.
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Consideration needs to be given to how big the holes need to be and the type of strand that will be used – leather, wire,
thread etc.
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Holes can be made prior to baking while soft, or afterwards by using an electric drill with an appropriate sized drill bit.
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The length needs to be measured for it’s purpose and the attachments need to be neat and easy to use.