Polymer clay is an inexpensive, readily available, handmade material. Polymer clay is a plastic-based material composed of particles of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) suspended in a plasticizer that fuse into a hard, durable plastic when heated.
It comes in a full spectrum of vivid colors. It is a soft, pliable material that can be molded, textured, sculpted, incised, and extruded through a press. You can use polymer clay to make jewelry, buttons, boxes, lamps, games, and just about anything else.

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Brand Characteristics for Polymer Clays

Polyform Products Co.:

Sculpey III, produced in the United is relatively soft in texture and can be used immediately without much kneading or conditioning; currently comprises forty colors including pearlized and metallic shades. When baked it has a beautiful matte finish, although it seems to have less strength than others brands. This very popular clay can be used to create jewelry, sculpture, and home decor items.