Comments on: Polymer Clay Experiments: Bleaching Baked Clay

By: ornamento

ornamento — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 23:28:15 +0000

I have not tried them. Go ahead and experiment. There was a question about bleach possibly weakening the clay. I have a checkerboard 1′ by 1′ that I soaked for a week. I sanded and buffed it and am able to bend it quite a bit. It seems strong. But check your clay to be sure.

By: toninz

toninz — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 20:48:19 +0000

I definatly see the difference!! Can you use those bleaching pads? I cant remember what they are called? Toni

By: ornamento

ornamento — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 19:52:05 +0000

No, I use it full strength. I cover the items. I use Clorox because I heard it was better quality bleach. I check progress each day. Bleach does evaporate and can form crystals. Just pour more in. When your clay is lightened, rinse it well in clear water and dry.

By: iris mishly

iris mishly — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:58:42 +0000

wow, sounds cool! do you dilute the bleach before you soak the beads there?
thanks!
Iris.

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By: Susan Turney

Susan Turney — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 14:15:14 +0000

Amazing! Who would have thought….? You! There will probably be a whole new rage!