Not confident enough to create leaf shapes yourself? Buy a ready-made polymer cutter! Moon House Cutters sells a set of four fall foliage cutters ranging in size from 0.48 to 0.98 inches for $15.90. If you prefer a matchy-matchy vibe, get one Spring Leaf Polymer Clay Cutter from RoseauxClayCo for $6.39. As you know, the rainforest Alocasia has become so popular that people buy low-light indoor plants. For example, you'll need a mold to carve around the base, such as a medium-sized ceramic or glass vase or a half-gallon glass jar. You'll also need aluminum foil, a rolling pin, and a toaster or full-size oven that can reach at least 275 degrees Fahrenheit. Baking temperatures may vary slightly between brands, so check the back of your clay package to find out the baking temperature.
When adding color to your work, the sky, or perhaps the mycelium network beneath the forest floor, is the limit. Polymer clay can be painted with water-based acrylics, oil-based paints, or inks, but acrylic is the go-to option for most polymer clay artists and the easiest option for first-time sculptors. Create beautiful pastel colors with his set of seven matte acrylics in 2-ounce bottles. $12.95 from Blick. Prefer something a little more vibrant? Try the Jacquard Lumiere Exciter Pack 9 0.5 oz bottle with halo and gem-colored paint from Poly Clay Play for $23.19. For proper fungi, DecoArt sells a Black Light Neon Paint Set that includes six 2 fl oz bottles in clear colors for $17.99.