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Liver Of Sulfur Metal Patina | Polymer Clay Tutorial

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Thursday, January 5th, 2012 in Finishing | Comments (43)

Liver of Sulfur - Polymer Clay Tutor Video #237: “I’d love to see some tips on how to patina different types of wire and metal.” ~Michelle-A

Vol-034 Mar’2011 Back Issues Now Posted in Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, March 28th, 2011 in Cane Work, Finishing, Supplies, Techniques | Comments (16)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 34

Video Tutorials:
1: Rose Petal Beads;
2: Fill Bezels with Clay;
3: Wax Polishing Your Beads;
4: Grape Hyacinth Cane:

Finishing Wax as a Bead Polish | Polymer Clay Tutorial [Video]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, March 17th, 2011 in Finishing | Comments (95)

Wax Polishing Your Polymer Clay Beads Vid #196: “Is there
any information about
using Minwax with polymer
clay? I tried it on a sample
piece. It looks good now, but
will it stay good?” ~Claycass

Vol-029 Oct’2010 Back Issues Now Posted in Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, November 1st, 2010 in Cane Work, Finishing, Supplies, Techniques, Tools | Comments (15)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 29

Video Tutorials:
1: Texture Plates;
2: Distressed Paint Finish;
3: Embossed Metal Stamps;
4: Pumpkin Canes:

Distressed Paint Finish Video – Now Playing – Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Friday, October 15th, 2010 in Finishing | Comments (12)

Polymer Clay Distressed Paint Finish “It opens a wide
array of possibilities
for even more surface
treatments.” ~Koolbraider

Polymer Clay Tutorial | Distressed Paint Finish [Video]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Tuesday, October 12th, 2010 in Finishing | Comments (41)

Distressed Paint Finish on Polymer Clay Vid #175: I purposely
leave little cracks and
scratches in the beads, then
use acrylic paint to antique
them once they’re baked &
sanded.” ~Silverleaf

Vol-026 July 2010 Back Issues Now Posted in Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Wednesday, August 4th, 2010 in Bead Shapes, Cane Work, Finishing, Techniques | Comments (29)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 26

Video Tutorials:
1: Butterfly Cane;
2: Rocker Beads;
3: Faux Dichroic Glass;
4: Micromesh Abrasives:

Micro Mesh Abrasives Video – Now Playing – Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Friday, July 23rd, 2010 in Finishing | Comments (54)

Polymer Clay Micromesh Sanding Abrasives “I have been using
the same Micromesh
pads I started with over a
year ago and they are still
very usable. LOVE IT!”
~Melinda-H

Polymer Clay Tutorial | Sanding with Micromesh Abrasives [Video]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Tuesday, July 20th, 2010 in Finishing | Comments (129)

Micromesh Cushioned Abrasives for Sanding Polymer Clay Vid #165:
“Those micro
mesh sanding pads look
very nice and easy to hold.”
~Jocelyn-C

Vol-024 May 2010 Back Issues Now Posted in Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, June 3rd, 2010 in Bead Shapes, Cane Work, Finishing, Supplies, Techniques | Comments (14)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 24

Video Tutorials:
1: Ivy Leaf Charms;
2: Leopard Cane;
3: UV Epoxy Resin;
4: Zebra Cane:

Baking Polymer Clay Beads and Pendants – Tips for Awkward Shapes

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009 in Feature Guests, Finishing | Comments (53)

Polymer Clay Penant

“Help Cindy! Can you tell me if there is a special way I should bake this item?” ~Aims

Use Gravity to Help Your Lortone Tumbler Perform Better with Beads

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Sunday, August 23rd, 2009 in Finishing, Tools | Comments (7)

Lortone Rock Tumbler

“I tend to save my baked beads now until I have a tumbler full and then tumble sand it.” ~Tina

Many of you have started to use a rock tumbler for polishing your polymer clay beads. This is great time saver that will help to Read More→

Use a Rock Tumbler for More Professional Looking Polymer Clay Beads

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Friday, August 21st, 2009 in Feature Guests, Finishing, Sell Your Stuff | Comments (71)

Modified Planet Beads by Rob Kerfoot

Spotlight: “Using the vibratory tumbler has improved my work 10 fold.” ~Rob-K

Making Jupiter Beads, Faux Raku plus Mod Canes for Fun and Profit

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, July 23rd, 2009 in Feature Guests, Finishing, Sell Your Stuff, Techniques | Comments (21)

Jupiter Beads by Carrie

Spotlight: “Your selling tips paid off… Now my jewelry will be traveling across the country.”
~Carrie-W

Future Floor Polish for Polymer Clay Beads – 7 Interesting Facts

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, July 6th, 2009 in Finishing, Supplies | Comments (47)

Future Floor Finish for Polymer Clay

Are You Still Able To Find Future Floor Finish At Your Local Grocery Store?

So what the heck does floor polish have to do with beads anyway? A lot actually! Those of you who have been around polymer clay for awhile, will likely already Read More→

Rock Tumblers | Polymer Clay Beads | Cleanser Method vs River Rocks

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, June 25th, 2009 in Finishing, Tools | Comments (52)

Polymer Clay Rock Tumblers

Which Bead Sanding, Tumbler Technique Works Best for Your Clay Pieces?

Recently, there has been some discussion about using Ajax, Comet or Bon Ami cleansers in rock polishers as a tumbling or vibratory substrate for sanding Read More→

Polymer Clay Tutorial | Polished Beads | Lortone Rock Tumbler

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, April 30th, 2009 in Finishing, Tools | Comments (54)

Bead and Rock Tumbler

Vid #104: How To Get Your Beads To Shine with Less Effort and Less Sanding:

If you have a pile of beads just waiting to be sanded because you keep on putting off this tedious chore, then this weeks video [Vol-011-4] in the Polymer Read More→

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
Vol-044 Jan’2012 Back Issues | Polymer Clay Library Comments (25)
- 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
- Karonkay says: oh my goodness! they are beautiful.... You did such a great job. They do look perfect for this project! You have made my day. They...
  – Feb 08, 4:12 PM
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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