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Fisher’s Plaid Shirt Palette | Premo Recipes Vol-061-A

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Monday, May 20th, 2013 in Color Recipes | Comments (6)

1-A: Watermelon Slushee
2-A: Grape Popsicle
3-A: Blueberry Ice Cream
4-A: Faded Jeans

How To Pierce Holes In Polymer Clay Beads

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Thursday, May 16th, 2013 in Techniques | Comments (12)

Video #384: Tips to help you end up with nice straight and clean bead holes.

Buying Polymer Clay Tips And Tricks

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Monday, May 13th, 2013 in Supplies | Comments (25)

Video #383: Learn how to avoid getting stuck with old unworkable packages of polymer clay.

Resource List of Where to Buy Polymer Clay

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Thursday, May 9th, 2013 in Supplies | Comments (30)

Video #382: Be sure to also check the comments section at end of the article, for additional links.

Is It Compatible With Polymer Clay? Always Test!

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Monday, May 6th, 2013 in Test Lab | Comments (44)

Video #375: And remember that testing for polymer compatibility issues does take time.

Faux Burl Wood Pens | Polymer Clay Tutorials Vol-060

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Thursday, May 2nd, 2013 in Bead Projects | Comments (59)

6 Videos #376 to #381: Quality pen kits that are easy to assemble even without a pen press tool.

Blue Hydrangea Palette | Premo Recipes Vol-060-B

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Monday, April 29th, 2013 in Color Recipes | Comments (8)

1-B: Baby Blue
2-B: Blue Hydrangea
3-B: Powder Blue
4-B: Indigo Blue

Three Liquid Polymer Clay Brands Compared

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Thursday, April 25th, 2013 in Test Lab | Comments (14)

Video #374: Kato Liquid Polyclay; Translucent Liquid Sculpey (TLS); Sculpey Bake & Bond.

Barnacle Palette | Premo Sculpey Recipes Vol-060-A

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Monday, April 22nd, 2013 in Color Recipes | Comments (10)

1-A: Barnacle
2-A: Algae
3-A: Purple Sea Star
4-A: Oxidation

How To Slice Round Polymer Canes Without Distortion

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Thursday, April 18th, 2013 in Cane Work | Comments (72)

Video #373: Here is a solution to prevent cane slices from squashing when you cut them.

Fixing Bubbles in Your Flat Baked Polymer Pieces

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Monday, April 15th, 2013 in Handling | Comments (20)

Video #372: Even when flaws show up after baking, there is still something you can do.

How To Keep Bubbles Out Of Your Polymer Clay

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Thursday, April 11th, 2013 in Handling | Comments (17)

Video #371: Tricks of the trade to help make your polymer clay projects look more professional.

Avoiding Fingerprints On Your Polymer Clay Projects

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Monday, April 8th, 2013 in Handling | Comments (56)

Video #370: Finger prints and flaws will make you look like an amateur, which is not a good thing.

French Barrettes | Polymer Clay Tutorials Vol-059

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Thursday, April 4th, 2013 in Bead Projects | Comments (85)

6 Videos #364 to #369: Unique metal rivet/eyelet construction, much more durable than glue.

Baking Polymer Clay with a Magnifying Glass

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Monday, April 1st, 2013 in Tools | Comments (65)

Video #362: At the end of the clip, I share a fool-proof way to prevent burning if the sun gets too hot.

How to Polish Polymer Clay Beads in a Rock Tumbler

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Thursday, March 28th, 2013 in Finishing | Comments (117)

Video #363: Introducing a new polishing substrate to use in your polymer clay rock tumbler.

Cannery Palette | Premo Sculpey Recipes Vol-059-B

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Monday, March 25th, 2013 in Color Recipes | Comments (13)

1-B: Pacific Ocean
2-B: High Seas
3-B: Cannery
4-B: Chinook

Upcycle Old Ugly Polymer Clay Beads into Heishi Beads

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Thursday, March 21st, 2013 in Bead Shapes | Comments (63)

Video #362: Even wonky and weird beads can be used creatively… so never ever throw anything away.

Sunday Market Palette | Premo Recipes Vol-059-A

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Monday, March 18th, 2013 in Color Recipes | Comments (20)

1-A: Watermelon Dahlia
2-A: Salmon Tulips
3-A: Purple Limonium
4-A: Purple Millet

Using Gilder’s Paste on Your Polymer Clay

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Thursday, March 14th, 2013 in Finishing | Comments (42)

Video #360: So many colors to work with… Red Tulip, Damson, German Silver and many more.

Reviving Old And Cracked Polymer Clay Canes

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Monday, March 11th, 2013 in Test Lab | Comments (59)

Video #359: Testing several different clay softening products on brittle polymer canes.

French Barrettes | Polymer Clay Tutorials Vol-059 Comments (85)
- Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz says: Hi Maria - the link is fixed now.
  – May 22, 10:01 AM
- Maria C says: Thank you, Jocelyn - but the link isn't working ... Maria
  – May 22, 9:21 AM
- Jocelyn C says: Marion, here is a site that provides extra long eyelets in several metal colors. Hope this helps.
  – May 22, 5:59 AM
How To Pierce Holes In Polymer Clay Beads Comments (12)
- Jocelyn C says: Went looking in FB, but, didn't spot it that day. Dang, have one of those tractor like chair seats and nearly fell out of it...
  – May 21, 8:08 PM
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Hi Jocelyn, that 'green' necklace you're referring to is the one I showed in the Polymer Curb Chain Tutorial. It has the real magnesite beads...
  – May 21, 4:43 PM
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: That's a neat idea Sue... thanks for passing it along!
  – May 21, 4:36 PM
Faux Burl Wood Pens | Polymer Clay Tutorials Vol-060 Comments (59)
- Lynn V says: Thank you very much Cindy. I love your tutorials! You have great energy and I've learned alot with your free ones. Now will be happy...
  – May 21, 5:44 PM
- Jocelyn C says: Sue F, that cuff is another triumph, those big burls and twirls are yummy. Like the way you left a little space in the cane...
  – May 20, 8:05 PM
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Hi Sue, your twist (pun intended) on the Faux burl wood tutorial is awesome! But we would expect no less from you, now would we?...
  – May 20, 5:10 PM
Fisher's Plaid Shirt Palette | Premo Recipes Vol-061-A Comments (6)
- Jeanne C. says: Great shirt Fisher, I can see why you like it so much. Thanks Cindy for another great color palette.
  – May 20, 9:31 PM
- Pattw says: LOL -Such happy names for your color palette! No wonder Fisher has such a sense of humor - it's contagious ! The Lietz Humor!!!!!!!!!! Oh,...
  – May 20, 4:46 PM
- Maria C says: Y U M M Y ! ! !
  – May 20, 1:19 PM
How to Polish Polymer Clay Beads in a Rock Tumbler Comments (117)
- Tantesherry says: Hi everyone almost done with my second go with this Wonderful product learned a few things - well one that I hope helps from my...
  – May 18, 2:10 PM
How To Slice Round Polymer Canes Without Distortion Comments (72)
- Jocelyn C says: :)!
  – May 17, 11:50 AM
- Tantesherry says: awww Jocelyn - what a pretty amber bead (put your comment in my Word Pad so as not to lose track of it :)) thanks...
  – May 14, 11:40 AM
Buying Polymer Clay Tips And Tricks Comments (25)
- Jocelyn C says: Elaine, hun, I am so sorry. Have lived in elderly and disabled low income housing since the mid nineties, and have watched 29 dear souls...
  – May 17, 8:06 AM
- Karen Lee Price Luda says: Thanks, Jocelyn. I'll be heading for the fleamarkets soon.
  – May 17, 8:00 AM
- Jocelyn C says: Karen, look around at second hand shops and garage sales for a good used food processor or coffee grinder. I use both, Black and Decker...
  – May 17, 7:47 AM
Resource List of Where to Buy Polymer Clay Comments (30)
- Anna Sabina says: I am very fortunate to have quick access to Michael's, JoAnn's and Hobby Lobby. But… I have to double-check each package for freshness and have...
  – May 15, 5:07 AM
- Julie J says: Another place to purchase Pardo clay is Creative Journey Studios located in Buford, Georgia - that's just outside of Atlanta. This is an awesome store/gallery...
  – May 13, 10:16 AM
- Dayl Jones says: Hi there guys, I live in the UK in a particularly small rural location so I mainly buy my PC on-line. Ebay has some great...
  – May 12, 2:29 PM
Barnacle Palette | Premo Sculpey Recipes Vol-060-A Comments (10)
- Carol O says: Cindy - Your videos are the best I've ever seen! I definitely will point anyone interested in learning how to create with clay to your...
  – May 14, 9:26 PM
Is It Compatible With Polymer Clay? Always Test! Comments (44)
- Tantesherry says: Hi ladies - this is Awesome Information being handed out on this thread :) been wanting poly paste for a while now need to go...
  – May 12, 7:57 AM
- BinkyM says: Elaine, saving yourself from sanding things to half their thickness is *zactly* why you wanna make yourself some grout! Save your joints and your nails...
  – May 12, 5:35 AM
- elaine faulks says: Thanks Binky, I can just imagine you fiddling with hot clay, so now I know NOT to when using PP. The grouting of "dings" sounds...
  – May 12, 1:08 AM
Avoiding Fingerprints On Your Polymer Clay Projects Comments (56)
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Hey, are you trying to say that people who have deep fingerprints don't do enough dishes?! LOL
  – May 10, 3:02 PM
- Charline A says: They disappear from all the hard work and dishes we've washed over the years. LOL
  – May 10, 10:24 AM
JoolTool Introduction | Buffing Polymer Clay Comments (91)
- Jocelyn C says: Cindy, just counted up my savings jar set aside for purchasing this product. It's getting there, lol. Hopefully, combined with next year's Tax Return, I...
  – May 10, 5:15 AM
Fixing Bubbles in Your Flat Baked Polymer Pieces Comments (20)
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Dixie Ann is right Tricia. The search box is the perfect way to find tons of info here. You should be able to find the...
  – May 07, 6:30 PM
Upcycle Old Ugly Polymer Clay Beads into Heishi Beads Comments (63)
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Yes Toni, I recommend you do any sanding, buffing and glazing/waxing/etc. before you warm and cut the bead. You're right it is WAY easier that...
  – May 07, 6:26 PM
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