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Polymer Clay Gears

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heart-gears

This project is clever both for the box making and the fairly realistic clay gear making. You could use the same idea for any sort of box you’d like – not necessarily heart related – and your choice of ornamentation would absolutely change the impact. A wooden box with black iron gears? An faded jewelry box with rusted metal parts? Instructables has a lot of pretty great clay projects.

One note: the instructions mention baking for 20 minutes at 230F. I would say bake at the temperature for your clay… and do more than 20 minutes. 20 minutes makes me nervous for how structurally strong your piece would be.

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POP! – Perspectives on Polymer

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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