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Vol-030 Nov’2010 Back Issues Now Posted in Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, December 6th, 2010 in Bead Projects, Bead Shapes, Cane Work, Techniques | Comments (16)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 30

Video Tutorials:
1: Polymer Postage;
2: Feather Canes;
3: Pod Beads;
4: Katiedids Bezels:

Katiedids Bezels Video Now Playing – Polymer Clay Tutor Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Friday, November 26th, 2010 in Bead Projects | Comments (31)

Feather Cane Pod Beads “Went to your link for
Katiedids and was truly
surprised by what they are!
What a great idea!” ~Aims

Polymer Clay Tutorial | Katiedids Bezels and Faux Opals [Video]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010 in Bead Projects | Comments (39)

Polymer Clay Katiedids Bezels Vid #181: “Cindy,
those are really unique
and very pretty. I bet they
would be pretty with the
butterfly cane too.”
~Bonnie-K

Vol-027 Aug’2010 Back Issues Now Posted in Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, September 6th, 2010 in Bead Projects, Cane Work, Techniques | Comments (14)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 27

Video Tutorials:
1: Blend and Switch;
2: Embedded Links;
3: Wire Wrapped Rings;
4: Cookie Cutter Canes:

Wire Wrapped Rings Video – Now Playing – Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Friday, August 20th, 2010 in Bead Projects | Comments (29)

Wire Wrapped Faux Agate Bead Rings “Oh, good! I’ve
been looking for good
directions for rings like
these ever since the Agate
tutorial.” ~Kristen-S

Polymer Clay Tutorial | Wire Wrapped Coin Bead Rings [Video]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Tuesday, August 17th, 2010 in Bead Projects | Comments (66)

Wire Wrapped, Polymer Clay Coin Bead Rings Vid #168: “In a
recent video, you
show wire rings with
a faux agate cabochon. Do
you have a lesson on how to
make the ring?” ~James-P

Embedded Wire Links Video – Now Playing – Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Friday, August 13th, 2010 in Bead Projects | Comments (41)

Polymer Clay Embedded Wire Links “I have been at a loss
how to make embedded
eye pins more durable and
less likely to slide right out.
Looking forward to
this.” ~Ashlyn-N

Polymer Clay Tutorial | Embedded Wire Links and Loops [Video]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Tuesday, August 10th, 2010 in Bead Projects | Comments (57)

Embedded Wire Loops in Polymer Clay Beads Vid #167: “Wow, are
these babies versatile!
The link is cool for making
fantastic toggles.”
~Phaedrakat

Vol-025 June 2010 Back Issues Now Posted in Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, July 8th, 2010 in Bead Projects, Bead Shapes, Cane Work, Techniques | Comments (16)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 25

Video Tutorials:
1: Mushroom Beads;
2: Mitered Corner Cane;
3: Faux Agate Beads;
4: Dangle Bangle:

Copper Bangle Video Tutorial – Now Playing – Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Friday, June 25th, 2010 in Bead Projects | Comments (60)

Polymer Clay Hammered Copper Dangle Bangle Tutorial “I have a
large wrist so
this is going to be
great!! I can finally wear
a bangle… yippppeeee!”
~Pollyanna

Feeling Hot Hot Hot – Polymer Clay Zebra Print Earrings [Gallery]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, June 24th, 2010 in Bead Projects, Inspiration | Comments (21)

Polymer Clay Zebra Cane Earrings “Cute earrings. So
much fun stuff – it’s
getting very wild around
here.” ~Phaedrakat

Polymer Clay Tutorial | Dangle Bangle Copper Bracelet [Video]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010 in Bead Projects | Comments (74)

Polymer Clay Dangle Bangle Hammered Copper Bracelet Vid #161:
“Giggles… I love
bangles and this one has
such a clean simple design.
Fabulous!” ~Melinda-H

New Orbits – Faux Raku Polymer Clay Focal Bead Necklace [Gallery]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, May 27th, 2010 in Bead Projects | Comments (16)

Faux Raku Focal Bead Necklace by Cindy Lietz “Cindy, you
always send us
all scurrying back to our
clay areas with new ideas
to try. There’s just no end
to possibilities here, such
fun!” ~Joyce-M

Resin Coated Polymer Clay – Butterfly Wing Pendant [Gallery]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, May 13th, 2010 in Bead Projects, Cane Work | Comments (82)

Polymer Clay Cane, Butterfly Wing Pendant by Cindy Lietz “Butterflies make
me happy! They’re so
delicate and colorful. I
would love to be able to do
them in polymer clay.”
~Cheryl-H

Cirque de Cindy, Polymer Clay Circus Jewelry Necklace [Gallery]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, May 10th, 2010 in Bead Projects, Cane Work | Comments (36)

Polymer Clay Circus Theme Jewelry by Cindy Lietz “It was
surprising to see
how many different
beads resulted from the
same set of polymer clay
canes.” ~Cindy-L

Mushroom Jewelry… Plus a New Way for Members to Vote [Gallery]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Friday, May 7th, 2010 in Bead Projects | Comments (61)

Polymer Clay Mushroom Jewelry by Cindy Lietz “It’s great to be
included in the
process… being able to
give and hear input
about upcoming
lessons.” ~DJ

Vol-023 Apr’2010 Back Issues Now Posted in Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, May 6th, 2010 in Bead Projects, Bead Shapes, Cane Work, Techniques | Comments (14)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 23

Video Tutorials:
Hollow Puffy Beads;
Multi-Colored Faux Jade;
Hammered Metal Bezels;
Johnny Jump-Up Cane:

Faux Wood Cane Video | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (9)
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Thanks Monique! Now don't be gone too long... we need you around here! You brighten up our day with your sweet and helpful comments.
  – Feb 09, 6:01 PM
- Pauline Duke says: Hi Cindy & Doug: Yay- looking for to the package coming in tomorrow. I am a night owl also, and I am just going to...
  – Feb 09, 3:38 PM
- Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz says: Very sorry Peggy, to hear that Shingles has hit you yet again. I'm also sorry to say that we still don't have archives set up...
  – Feb 09, 10:02 AM
Frosted Rainbow Flower Beads | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (90)
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: You are not a nay-sayer at all Patt. Nothing wrong with sharing some conflicting information. That is interesting info you found on Adirondack Ink. To...
  – Feb 09, 3:52 PM
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: That is wonderful news Toni! I bet your necklace turned out great. So glad to see your comment here. Welcome to our clay family!
  – Feb 09, 3:37 PM
- 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
Vol-044 Jan’2012 Back Issues | Polymer Clay Library Comments (32)
- fran says: Stunning !!! Both the flower and the photo !!
  – Feb 09, 2:20 PM
- pollyanna says: these are super!!!! Can see ear rings and pendants.....wow!!!
  – Feb 09, 1:20 PM
- Cherie says: OMG simply awesome!!! I love flowers. Cindy, are you going to teach us how to do this flower? Looking at the flower I think they...
  – Feb 09, 12:39 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
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
- Catalina says: You are welcome, Willow. Keep up the great work!
  – Feb 06, 7:29 PM
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 Color Recipes 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
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