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preview_white.jpgOut with the old, in with the new…clay that is.  Here are easy to follow instructions for cleaning your pasta machine.  A project I have yet to accomplish in all my years of claying.  I think I’ll set my husband to…

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zuda.jpgZudaGay’s floral designs are delicate and beautiful.  Designers take note of this bead/pendant artist for some very original focal pieces to add in with your beads.  My favorites are the flower pendants with vintage style buttons.

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hardflower.jpgHardflowerStudios‘ designs range from sleek and modern to very organic.  I love the work that combines the two elements, like this polymer clay and silver pendant.

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blockpartypress.jpgFor the next few days I’ll be featuring a few inspiring Polymer Clay Guild Artists of Esty members.

I love Block Party Press’simply and elegant designs.  Here use of color is playful, but subtle.  With over 700 items sold on Etsy, she’s…

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Have a happy holiday!

Image from from RedFenyx, who makes the cutest polymer clay figures, ever!

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rod.jpgCheck out these new acrylic rolling rodsfrom Polymer Clay Productions.  How many times have you misplaced that clear rod that’s camouflaged amidst your clay, stamps, inks and powders?

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Watch this videocast from the Polymer Clay Productions team for a little last minute inspiration.

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clay.jpgOkay, it’s not polymer but it is clay!  I remember watching this Christmas specialwhen I was in high school and I was amazed at what they were able to “paint” with clay.   The characters in the front are a little…

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o1.JPGToday’s project is a simple ornament that can do double duty as a gift tag.  I love embellishing gifts with a little something extra!

Materials:

polymer clay (I used scrap colors in red, olive, teal and white)

vellum paper

ribbon

wet/dry sandpaper (optional)

tools: pasta machine,…

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snowy.jpgEnjoy a little holiday cheer from the flickr photo album of Marsha Panthera.  Her work sings of the childlike wonder that is so magical about this time of year.  When you are done there, head over to her etsy shop to see more of…

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snowmanpurse.jpgWhat a cute a snowman purse for the whimsical folks on your gift list or maybe for yourself.  I think this could be adjusted as a candy dish or decoration for a table top.  The project is from the Linda…

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needletool.jpgYou can make a custom needle tool for your polymer clay friends.  There are instructions here or you can create something with your own signature style.  You can never have too many tools as a polymer clay enthusiast and neither can…

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dragonflyorn2copy.JPGWelcome Ornament Thursday surfers!

My contribution is a non-traditional ornament featuring a dragonfly stamp.  Perfect if your tree features a garden or floral theme.  This project is suitable for beginners.

dragonflyorndetail.JPGMaterials:

Polymer clay Bead (instructions for bead)

22 gauge silver wire

Pewter spacer

Seed beads in…

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combo.jpgChristi Friesen’s project books and a stack of polymer clay make a wonderful holiday gift for the creative kids on your gift list.  We have the dragon book and my kids loved following along with the easy and humorous instructions.  Add…

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furryfriends.jpgI picked this set up for my youngest daughter’s stocking.  She is going to love making these furry creatures.  The Clay Club kits come in 5 different sets each has unique theme, complete instructions and everything they need to make the…

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