Color theory at work: when you place a color next to something, it will look different.  Simple, but helpful to know!  The next time you are creating beads or objects using molds and paint, try these nifty little tricks:

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With this simple Mini Millefiori Collection from Ronit Golan.  It’s a whole tutorial in one photo!  Simple, sweet and could help add a little tropical flavor to your weekend.

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Last year I posted on reducing fingerprints on your finished polymer clay work.  To which someone pointed out, why not just wear gloves? 

Well, I hate to work with gloves on while I’m making beads.  But during my busy … Read More ...

Out 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 … Read More ...

Check 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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You 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 … Read More ...

The other day when I was researching doll molds I ran across Crick’s The Enchanted Gallery store.  It’s filled with the most amazing face, doll, goddess molds I’ve ever seen.  She also have a great collection of molds from … Read More ...

A few random doll-making tips:

1. Study human proportions; hands, feet and heads are the most common parts to have either too large or too small.

2. Use oil paint mixed in with liquid polymer clay for facial features.

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