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Fancy Rose Earwires Technique | Polymer Clay Tutorial

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Thursday, December 22nd, 2011 in Bead Projects | Comments (50)

Fancy Rose Earwires - Polymer Clay Tutor Video #235: “Please do show us all how you make ear wires, and please include some variations for the more advanced.” ~Martha-R

Poinsettia Charms for Christmas | Polymer Clay Tutorial

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Thursday, December 15th, 2011 in Bead Projects | Comments (50)

Poinsettia Charms - Polymer Clay Tutor Video #234: “Would love a tutorial on sculpted poinsettia flowers – three dimensional flowers, not a cane.” ~Cherie-H

Stamped and Glazed Bezels | Polymer Clay Tutorial

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Thursday, November 10th, 2011 in Bead Projects | Comments (94)

Stamped Bezels - Polymer Clay Tutor Video #229: “Metal bezels — so cool, and such a great way to add metal to a clay design.” ~Phaedrakat

Beaded Spider Ornament Tradition | Polymer Clay Tute

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Thursday, October 27th, 2011 in Bead Projects | Comments (93)

Beaded Spider Ornament - Polymer Clay Tutor Video #227: “Cute, I have about a million bugle beads so I’ll have to try this.” ~Silverleaf

Bead Cones, Multi-strand Jewelry | Polymer Clay Tutorial

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, September 29th, 2011 in Bead Projects | Comments (52)

Bead Cones - Polymer Clay Tutor Video #223: “I also hope you are going to give us a few hints on how to use the components that hold and hide all the many wire ends.” ~Tantesherry

Vol-039 Aug’2011 Back Issues Now Posted in Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, August 29th, 2011 in Bead Projects, Bead Shapes, Cane Work, Techniques | Comments (12)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 39

Video Tutorials:
1: Pandora Style Beads
2: Crackled Paint
3: Wire Riveting Intro
4: Dandelion Ghost Cane

Wire Riveting Introduction | Polymer Clay Tutorial [Video]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, August 18th, 2011 in Bead Projects | Comments (50)

Wire Riveting Intro Vid #217: “I’d like to know if you’d do a tutorial on how to use rivets for cold connections in polymer clay.“ ~Anne-R

Vol-038 July’2011 Back Issues Now Posted in Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, July 25th, 2011 in Bead Projects, Bead Shapes, Cane Work | Comments (13)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 38

Video Tutorials:
1: Copper Bookmarks
2: Cupcake Beads
3: Backgroundless Tulip Cane
4: Parrot Tulip Beads

Hammered Copper Bookmarks | Polymer Clay Tutorial [Video]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, June 30th, 2011 in Bead Projects | Comments (39)

Hammered Copper Bookmarks with Polymer Clay Focal Beads Vid #210: “I have two
grandchildren who
absolutely love to read
and will love getting these
hookmarks.” ~Adrienne-L

Vol-036 May’2011 Back Issues Now Posted in Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, May 30th, 2011 in Bead Projects, Cane Work, Techniques | Comments (18)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 36

Video Tutorials:
1: Faux Metal Mokume;
2: Rolled Mokume Gane;
3: Wire Leaf Charm;
4: Add Clay to Leaf Charms:

Mixed Media Wire Leaf Charms | Polymer Clay Tutorial [Video]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, May 19th, 2011 in Bead Projects | Comments (35)

Wire Leaf Charm Vid #204: “Learning
about the wire work for
me has become a natural
extension of what I do with
polymer clay.” ~Elisabeth-S

Vol-033 Feb’2011 Back Issues Now Posted in Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, February 28th, 2011 in Bead Projects, Color Theory, Handling, Techniques | Comments (15)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 33

Video Tutorials:
1: Aurora Technique;
2: Metal Bracelet Blanks;
3: Bracelet Blank Add Clay;
4: Mixing Color Recipes:

Adding Clay To Bracelet Blanks | Polymer Clay Tutorial [Video]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, February 17th, 2011 in Bead Projects | Comments (48)

Vid #192: “Cindy I was
wondering if you would
do a video on how to apply
polymer clay to cuff bracelet
blanks?” ~Ariti

Hammered Metal Bracelet Blanks | Polymer Clay Tutorial [Video]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, February 10th, 2011 in Bead Projects | Comments (50)

Hammered Metal Bracelet Blanks Vid #191: “Cindy,
seriously, a yes for me
on you teaching us how to
make our own bracelet
blanks!” ~Carolyn-F

Vol-032 Jan’2011 Back Issues Now Posted in Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, January 31st, 2011 in Bead Projects, Bead Shapes, Cane Work, Techniques | Comments (26)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 32

Video Tutorials:
1: Polymerized Cloth;
2: Faux Knit Technique;
3: Polymerized Fabric Roses;
4: Shaded Rose Cane:

Vol-031 Dec’2010 Back Issues Now Posted in Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, January 3rd, 2011 in Bead Projects, Cane Work, Supplies, Techniques | Comments (14)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 31

Video Tutorials:
1: Silicone Molds;
2: Faux Druzy;
3: Leaf Vein Bails;
4: Gingham Cane:

Embedded Leaf Vein Hammered Wire Bail | Polymer Clay Tute [Video]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, December 16th, 2010 in Bead Projects | Comments (28)

Leaf Vein Metal Bail Findings Vid #184: “Beautiful
Cindy. I love how the
bail extends into the
pendant itself.”
~Cheryl-H

Vol-044 Jan’2012 Back Issues | Polymer Clay Library Comments (26)
- Monique U says: Just saw your response earlier this morning, Doug. Had to turn in early last night (before midnight LOL). I remember Cindy writing about it more...
  – Feb 09, 2:59 AM
- Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz says: Hi Monique... I just added a second photo above, with some info about the dimensions... it was me that snapped these shots :-)
  – Feb 08, 7:41 PM
- Monique U says: Cindy, the colours and especially the translucency are so accurate! It's hard to believe they are made from clay. AWESOME!! Nice shot, too (Willow? Doug?)...
  – Feb 08, 4:33 PM
Polymer Clay Sculpted Dogwood Flower Pendant Comments (8)
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Hi Brenda - Welcome to the community and thank you so much for taking the time to write those very kind words. Sharing feedback like...
  – Feb 08, 8:50 PM
- Brenda R says: Cindy, I have been doing crafts and art works for years. I’m 62 and just retired from my office job in December 2011. Last summer...
  – Feb 08, 5:36 PM
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Beautiful quote Monique! Thanks for sharing!
  – Feb 08, 10:13 AM
Frosted Rainbow Flower Beads | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (88)
- Monique U says: Natalie: I just wanted to add my best wishes for your convalescence. How we take for granted our good health and our freedom to get...
  – Feb 08, 5:14 PM
- Natalie H says: Not back with working with clay ... Hubby is going up net week.... Still not allowed to our any weight on left ankle... Can't do...
  – Feb 08, 3:38 PM
- Dixie Ann says: Natalie, I hope your doing better now with your ankle. It sounds like your back at your claying. I have been sick for a week...
  – Feb 08, 3:01 PM
Knotted Celtic Heart Beads | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (31)
- Cherie says: So sorry you are not feeling good. Get a second opinion Brenda. Weill keep you in my prayers. Hugs
  – Feb 07, 1:01 PM
- Hope M says: Loved this tutorial! So many ways to incorporate it into different designs. And so simple! I just made one "steampunk" style!! Would have posted it...
  – Feb 07, 8:29 AM
Mirror Image Heart Beads | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (32)
- Jocelyn says: Yep. LOL. One runs to do rough stuff (Lortone) and the vibrating tumbler does fine finish.
  – Feb 05, 11:13 AM
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Hi Linda, I would also like to add my warm welcome to our clay family! I am so glad that Jocelyn came in to say...
  – Feb 05, 9:04 AM
- Linda H says: Oh Jocelyn, You didn't hurt my feelings. I'm sorry if you got that impression. I was really pleased that someone replied, and I was just...
  – Feb 05, 4:41 AM
Polymer Art Therapy - Changing Lives | 5th Friday Video Comments (90)
- Kimberly Idalski says: How has Polymer Clay changed my life. Wow, in so many many ways. In 2005 i was in a near fatal car accident, I have...
  – Feb 04, 11:00 AM
- DJ says: So many stories, and incredibly brave people sharing...can't imagine what it must be like to tackle physical pain in order to create. I'm very fortunate...
  – Feb 03, 4:46 PM
- Michelle L says: My husband tells people that I "play with play dough every day and it makes her happy!" A day where I don't spend at least...
  – Feb 02, 8:18 PM
Ivy Leaf Palette | Polymer Clay Color Recipes Comments (21)
- Cherie says: Great idea! Have to get some marbles.
  – Feb 01, 11:22 AM
- Jocelyn says: I would also like to have some tutoring on how to construct pieces. My hands are bad and I obsess to get the object of...
  – Feb 01, 6:19 AM
- Cherie says: That would be awesome Cindy!. I love designing jewelry but once in a while i feel I just need to look at an idea to...
  – Jan 30, 11:01 AM
Halloween Pirate Cane Part-1 | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (58)
- Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz says: Hi Pauline - From both Cindy and myself... a big welcome to you. It sounds like you have a very positive outlook on life... so...
  – Jan 31, 8:35 PM
- Pauline D Duke says: Thank you so much Elaine: I have quite a collection of her Newsletters, I am so impressed at how organized they are- I am truly...
  – Jan 31, 4:02 PM
- Elaine Faulks says: Hi MountainMaMaDuke (Pauline) Welcome from us all. It takes a certain courage to take the plunge and become a member, especially if you don't swim...
  – Jan 31, 10:54 AM
Dogwood Flower Pendant Project | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (50)
- Michelle L says: I ended up making 15 dogwood blossoms today - white, pink, yellow, brown, and copper! What fun, what fun . With the copper flower I...
  – Jan 29, 10:46 AM
Poinsettia Charms for Christmas | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (50)
- Elaine Faulks says: WOWEE a road trip what fun!! ( travelling to different places is written in my horoscope for later this year!. Spooky??) My sister and nieces...
  – Jan 27, 8:29 PM
Winter Hydrangea Palette | Polymer Clay Colors Comments (21)
- Elaine Faulks says: Wow, thanks CINDY.... (I am lost for words).... not really...but at 18 months old I pulled the glowing red hot poker out of the fire...
  – Jan 27, 5:20 PM
Vol-043 Dec’2011 Back Issues | Polymer Clay Library Comments (30)
- Jocelyn says: Want to thank you all for the amount of pics that are now being posted over at the Facebook site. So wonderful to be able...
  – Jan 27, 3:39 PM
- Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz says: Since Facebook really is still in it's infancy, unfortunately or fortunately depending on your point of view, we have to put up with some growing...
  – Jan 27, 12:06 PM
- Monique U says: Thanks for your thoughts, Doug. (I honestly wasn't expecting you to comment on this, but I had hoped some of the more experienced FBers would...
  – Jan 27, 11:57 AM
Fancy Rose Earwires Technique | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (50)
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Thank you Jocelyn for your feed back! Sorry to take so long to get to this. We will definitely give you all advance notice of...
  – Jan 27, 3:09 PM
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