One of the things I love about polymer clay is that there is no fancy equipment needed to create beautiful work. Aside from a pasta machine, tissue blade and toaster oven here are some low-tech tools I can’t live without.… Read More ...
Anatomy of a Bead
I read somewhere that no matter how big you make your cane, it’s never big enough!
I designed this cane inspired by a William Morris textile last year and finally had to create another one. I took some photos and … Read More ...
Clay Extruder Video
That clever Crafty Goat has put together an informative video on how to use a clay extruder. Along with a fun bead project she covers basics of using the extruder and cleaning it. Definitely worth watching!… Read More ...
Experiment with Base Colors
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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Liquid Polymer Clay Tests
Jenny, from the Craft Test Dummies recently did a run through and comparison of the different brands of Liquid Polymer Clay. You can read about them here and here.
[tags]polymer clay, arts & crafts, projects, liquid clay[/tags]… Read More ...
Earth-Friendly Ways with Polymer Clay
I know Polymer Clay
gets a bad rap on earth day, so do cars, but most of us drive one. So how can you be green and a polymer clay artist and make sure that your use of polymer … Read More ...
Textures Treasure Hunt
I’ve just recently started playing around with textures in my polymer clay work. I admit to looking at every object in my house now as a possible texture tool! Mossy Owl has given a great list of texturing ideas from … Read More ...
Findings for Polymer Clay
Visit one of my favorite online bead shops, Ornamentea, for a great collection of bezels to fill in with your polymer clay creations. Check out all their unique findings and offerings.Â
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Chase Away the Winter Blues
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.
If you need more of a color blast, visit Ronit’s … Read More ...
Quick Tip – Reducing Fingerprints 2
Last year I posted on reducing fingerprints on your finished polymer clay work. To which someone pointed out, why not just wear gloves?Â
Well, I hate to work with gloves on while I’m making beads. But during my busy … 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 ...
Clean Your Pasta Machine
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 ...
Rock-n-Rollin’
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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A Quick Gift for Polymer Clay Friends
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 ...
Kimberly Crick’s Molds & Stamps for Polymer Clay
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 ...