What do you think about the safety of polymer clay?

Submitted by DebbieP on Mon, 05/02/2005 - 11:03am.

I just picked up my old stash from college and found that I LOVE to sculpt, paint and varish! But, I have found a few websites that talk about the dangers of the chemicals in the clay that are the same as those in plastic, and I worry about my hands touching it and then my kids, food, etc. (Sometimes I eat while crafting, what can I say?)

I haven't got a chance to do it a lot, but would like to. My IDEAL, perfect scenario is my own ceramic kiln and clay with glosses, but I don't have a budget anywhere in that galaxy, so polymer seems to be the next best thing.

What do you guys think? Do you think that almost anything causes cancer, so why not? Do you think I should be extremely cautious? Or somewhere in between?

I realize it's just opionions, but I thought I'd ask.

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will put you in touch with someone if you like

Submitted by Becky on Mon, 05/02/2005 - 10:18pm.

Another internet pal of mine is a former nurse who sculpts with polymer clay. She has a young daughter. She has a lot of information on the risks and safety precautions. If you are interested, I can ask if she would be willing to send you an e-mail.

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Yes, please!

Submitted by DebbieP on Tue, 05/03/2005 - 6:28am.

That would be great, thanks!

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