Fimo Recipes for Vibrant Flower Colours

This is a reference guide to recreate the colors shown in the image using only Fimo Soft polymer clay. The image presents an arrangement of 16 square blocks of polymer clay in shades ranging from turquoise blue to purple, pink, red, and orange.

Top Row (Blue Shades)

From left to right:

• Petrol Blue – Fimo Soft 56 (Emerald) or mix Fimo Soft 35 (Windsor Blue) with a small amount of Fimo Soft 9 (Black)
• Medium Blue – Fimo Soft 35 (Windsor Blue) or mix Fimo Soft 56 (Emerald) with a small amount of Fimo Soft 37 (Pacific Blue)
• Turquoise Blue – Fimo Soft 37 (Pacific Blue) or mix Fimo Soft 35 (Windsor Blue) with a hint of Fimo Soft 10 (Lemon)

Second Row (Purple Shades)

From left to right:

• Dark Purple – Fimo Soft 63 (Plum) or mix Fimo Soft 61 (Violet) with a small amount of Fimo Soft 9 (Black)
• Medium Purple – Fimo Soft 61 (Violet)
• Light Purple – Mix Fimo Soft 61 (Violet) with a small amount of Fimo Soft 26 (Cherry Red)

Third Row (Magenta/Burgundy Shades)

From left to right:

• Burgundy – Mix Fimo Soft 26 (Cherry Red) with a small amount of Fimo Soft 61 (Violet)
• Magenta – Fimo Soft 22 (Raspberry) or mix Fimo Soft 26 (Cherry Red) with Fimo Soft 61 (Violet)
• Bright Red – Fimo Soft 26 (Cherry Red) or Fimo Soft 24 (Indian Red)

Fourth Row (Pink/Red Shades)

From left to right:

• Light Pink – Fimo Soft 205 (Pastel Pink) or mix Fimo Soft 26 (Cherry Red) with Fimo Soft 0 (White)
• Coral Pink – Mix Fimo Soft 205 (Pastel Pink) with a small amount of Fimo Soft 24 (Indian Red)
• Cherry Red – Fimo Soft 26 (Cherry Red)

Fifth Row (Orange/Coral Shades)

From left to right:

• Bright Orange – Fimo Soft 42 (Tangerine) with a small amount of Fimo Soft 24 (Indian Red)
• Medium Orange – Mix Fimo Soft 42 (Tangerine) 
• Coral – Mix Fimo Soft 42 (Tangerine) with Fimo Soft 26 (Cherry Red)

Sixth Row (Single Block)

Single block:

• Orange Yellow – Fimo Soft 16 (Sunflower) or mix Fimo Soft 10 (Lemon) with a small amount of Fimo Soft 42 (Tangerine)

Color Mixing Tips

• Prepare your work surface – Use a smooth, clean, non-absorbent surface.
• Small quantities – Start with small amounts of clay when making mixtures, allowing for more precise adjustments.
• Mixing technique:
  • Knead the colors separately before combining them
  • Cut the colors into thin slices and stack them alternately
  • Twist and fold repeatedly until you achieve a uniform color
  • For smoother blends, continue kneading for a longer time
• Color samples – Create small samples of your mixtures and label them for future reference.
• Documentation – Note the approximate proportions of each color you used in your mixtures.
• Storage – Store your color samples in a cool, dark place, wrapped in plastic film.

Important Notes for Fimo Recipes for Vibrant Flower Colours

• Colors on screen may vary from the actual appearance of Fimo clay.
• Lighting can affect how we perceive colors.
• Some colors may need small adjustments according to your personal preference.
• It’s recommended to test small quantities before preparing large portions of a mixed color.
• Enjoy creating your colorful palette with Fimo Soft!