DigBaddy72
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My wife has recently started to make polymer clay blanks for me to turn. We've had 4 out of 7 blanks break, chip, peel, blow out so far. I'm wondering what we are doing wrong? I've included two pics to show the symptoms. I suggested she work the clay more. I've let the blanks cool longer (upwards of 5 days after taking them out of the oven). I use carbide tipped tools when turning clay and turn at about 1500 rpm. If anyone can throw out some suggestions or tips, I would GREATLY appreciate it. Things are starting to get a little frustrating. She is making some really cool looking blanks, only to have them ruined because they break during turning.