This
week for our Clay 101 series I decided to talk about a topic that
actually touches on one of my pet peeves about doll foods. That is
clear finishes. The first thing I want to stress is most projects
don't need any clear finish.
I'll
wait while you think about that statement.
Okay,
now back to the blog. Take a close look at the foods you eat, how
many of them are actually shiny? Not all that many when you get right
down to it. So don't overuse clear finish. Especially don't overuse
the thick super shiny finishes.
If
you decide you want to use a clear finish on your project use
something that is compatible with the clay. The first thing to check
for is it water based? The easiest way to determine this is to check
the instructions for cleaning up your tools, if you can clean up with
water/ soap and water you have something to try. I wouldn't go and
put an untested finish on a huge project though unless you know for
sure it is compatible with the clay. Many finishes will eat the clay
so test or talk to someone that knows what will and won't work.
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