Want instant graphics and pattern resources for your polymer clay creations? Visit our old friends at Dover Publications. I fell in love with this Art Nouveau one. They seem to have a book for every time period in art … Read More ...
Color School
Understanding the basics of color theory will help you know how to adjust colors effortlessly. You’ll understand how to use value to create better beads.  Your color schemes will become more personalized and sophisticated as you learn more about … Read More ...
Evolution of a Color Scheme
Lisa Clarke, of Polka Dot Creations, shared with me her fascinating “Evolution of a Color Scheme” blog series.  I highly recommend checking it out and trying your own version. I know I have a few flickr … Read More ...
Call for Submissions – PolymerCafe
The new editor for PolymerCafe, the only magazine dedicated to polymer clay, is currently looking for submissions for upcoming issues. The magazine will now come out 6 times a year! Visit their website for details on how to submit projects, … Read More ...
Art Bead Scene Challenge
The Art Bead Scenehas a new monthly challenge for January, Ice Storm. Combine your polymer clay art beads into jewelry to celebrate the winter season and you could win over $100 worth of art beads! Visit the Art Bead … Read More ...
Resolutions – Polymer Clay Guilds
Resolve to meet up with polymer clay artists in your community this year. Here a list of guilds in the United States. Why join?
*Be inspired by your fellow clayers
*Learn new techniques
*Take classes offer by the guild
*See … Read More ...
Have Yourself a Very Polymer Clay Christmas
Have a happy holiday!
Image from from RedFenyx, who makes the cutest polymer clay figures, ever!… Read More ...
Claymation Christmas
Okay, 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 … Read More ...
Ornament Thursday
Today’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… Read More ...
Enjoy 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 … Read More ...
Snowman Purse
What 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 … Read More ...
Ornament Thursday
Welcome 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.
Materials:
Polymer clay Bead (instructions for bead)
22 … Read More ...
Clay Club Kits, Perfect Stocking Stuffers!
I 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 … Read More ...
Polymer Clay Games
Okay, here is a project to get your gears turning. How many variations could you come up with for a polymer clay checker board set? I’m thinking of doing some by stamping the checkers with different patterns and painting … Read More ...
12 Days of Christmas
The editors at the Art Bead Scene are offering 12 free projects over the next 2 weeks. Add your polymer clay beads to the projects for one-of-a-kind holiday gifts.Â
(p.s. this is my other blog, just wanted readers to know. … Read More ...