Polymer Clay Beads by Anita Mulay

Anita Mulay is a fine artist based in Mumbai, who uses her artistic talents to form eclectic beads using polymer clay as a medium of expression. She uses the beads in a wide range of jewellery, especially necklaces.

About the product:

Polymer clay jewelry is a new fashion statement that is catching on like wild fire. Polymer clay is one of the most popular clays around. Due to the handmade and distressed nature of these beads each one is unique. Working with polymer   clay, the artistic possibilities are endless. These polymer clay beads are a bit on the heavy side but they are very beautiful and you can create all kinds of jewelry on your own. These polymer clay beads although heavier, but are very beautiful. One of the best things about a new and still evolving medium like polymer clay is that there is always more to learn, fresh techniques to try. The endless possibilities keep the artist forever creating new pieces.

Care for your jewellery:

Polymer clay items are very durable and should last a lifetime with proper respect and care. If your jewelry piece should become dull, you can shine it by buffing it lightly with a soft cloth. Sculptural items can be washed with mild soap and water if necessary.  Polymer clay is non-toxic.

The Technique:

Polymer clay is a man-made substance containing polyvinylchloride   together with a plasticizer.  It is a modeling medium that, when well-conditioned and properly cured, produces a strong, long-lasting, durable product. Unlike earthen clays, polymer clay cures at 275 degrees Fahrenheit, and does not require a kiln for firing. It can be baked in your home oven for 30 to 40 mins .  Polymer clay remains soft and pliable until baked.  Before curing, different techniques and substances can be applied-to and/or mixed-with it to produce different effects.  Pictures can also be transferred to it.  Once cured, it can be sanded, painted, drawn-on, carved, back-filled, polished, or varnished. The design results can range from spontaneously unexpected to experimentally deterministic to attentively calculated.  Each piece is sculpted one-at-a-time using various techniques. Many of the designs are created using a technique called Millefiore.  The term Millefiore means “thousand flowers.”

Enquiries: you may get in touch with me at polymerclaybead@gmail.com