Here’s another good tutorial from KalinkaPolinka. It’s in Russian but you can see Google’s idea of a translation here. The pictures are so excellent you may not need the written directions anyways.

At the beginning the author mentions the Chinese brand of clay she is using is very soft and that she leaches it before using it or she mixes with other clays for a better consistency. She also talks about embedding findings into clay to create unique pendants or brooches and mentions using both a mechanical hold (embedding findings into the clay securely) and strong glue after baking.

The finished flower is excellent! And if you can’t find artificial stamens to use, use clay and very thin wire to make your own.

POP! – Perspectives on Polymer

Contemporary Craft is thrilled to be hosting POP! – Perspectives on Polymer June 25-29, 2022. A five-day celebration of contemporary work in polymer, the event will have something for everyone who loves polymer clay. POP! will feature four workshops along with virtual talks by some of the best polymer artists in the country, an exhibition of small works in polymer, and a curated feature in the Store. The opening reception will be held on Saturday, June 25, 6-8 PM, and will be free and open to the public.

POP!’s focus on workshops and the materiality of polymer makes this boutique event more than just a conference. Each participating artist was selected for their unique perspectives on polymer and the exciting ways they are moving the medium forward. The featured instructor for the event is Jeffrey Lloyd Dever, whose pioneering techniques in polymer have made him one of the most respected artists in the field. His jewelry and sculptural objects have been shown in many national invitational exhibitions, and his works are represented in numerous private collections, galleries and museums.

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POP! – Perspectives on Polymer