Polymer Clay Earrings
Polymer clay as the name would suggest is not some form of clay or mud found in the ground or earth but is a form of PVC (polyvinyl chloride), a type of plastic. It is called clay only because its characteristics bear a striking resemblance to that of mineral clay.
You find similar material used in modern water pipes. It is produced by baking small grains of PVC with the right compounds at a certain temperature (usually 212-275 ° F). Proper care has to be taken to maintain the correct temperature; otherwise it may harden or darken or may even catch fire.
Polymer clay can be designed to all shapes, sizes and colors to give the most exquisite creations. If you are the ‘Veggie’ type then, you may opt to choose attractive earrings in the form of carrot studs, bananas etc. The thought of wearing carrots or bananas may seem silly and strange but earrings of this type do look good. You may think you are literally dangling carrots in front of people to make them toe your line or something of that sort, but earrings made of polymer clay are to be seen to be believed. They are quite cute and attractive. And if the idea of dangling carrots doesn’t appeal to you then you have other attractive options to choose from. As a variety of hues and shapes are possible to be created, you can have polymer earrings in the form of flowers, crosses etc. You may also get a pair of earrings custom made to suit your tastes and requirements.
The fact that it has been around not for long also ensures that a lot of innovation is possible in creating designs.
It can be combined or mixed with other materials to give it the appearance of pearls or a metallic finish. When it is combined with ‘Mica’ it gives a pearl like or metallic finish and when combined with ‘China clay’ an opaque finish is obtained.
Polymer clay earrings cost around 2 to 3 dollars a pair to 10-15 dollars.
You can shop for them in your neighborhood or go online in your search for a wider choice. Be sure you make payments on a site that is hacker proof and safe to use.
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