Tent your pieces with aluminum foil while baking to protect them from direct heat.
Always knead your clay until it is soft and pliable. This prevents cracking after baking. Making Doll's House Miniatures with Polymer Clay
A sharp craft blade (tissue blade), a needle tool for textures, and a small ball-stylus for shaping petals or bowls. Tent your pieces with aluminum foil while baking
You don’t need an expensive studio to start, but a few basics make a world of difference: a needle tool for textures