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Baking Polymer Clay Safety Tips – Fumes From Burning Not So Good

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, March 27th, 2008 in Handling, Tools | Comments (30)

Baking Polymer Clay

Vid #11: Safety Tips for Baking Polymer Clay:

Yes even a soft, squishy and colorful compound like polymer clay has it’s own list of warnings and label cautions. But I think most people would agree that spending quality time with Read More→

Storing Polymer Clay – Plastic Wraps To Avoid

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, March 24th, 2008 in Cane Work, Handling, Supplies | Comments (5)

Storing Polymer Clay

Vid #10: Plastic Wrap is Great for Polymer Clay Storage… But Be Careful Which Brand You Use:

Plastic wrap such as Glad Cling wrap is great to use for sealing up partial blocks of unused polymer clay once the Read More→

Soften Polymer Clay with Fimo Quick Mix

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Sunday, March 16th, 2008 in Handling, Supplies, Tools | Comments (27)

Soften Polymer Clay

Vid #9: If Fimo Mix Quick Doesn’t Work To Soften Your Clay, This May Be The Reason Why:

Using Fimo Quick Mix and a pasta machine will cure most hard and crumbly clay issues. But if that doesn’t work, Read More→

Fingerprints Can Make Sanding Polymer Clay a Real Chore

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Tuesday, March 11th, 2008 in Finishing, Handling, Supplies | Comments (11)

Fingerprints on Polymer Clay

Vid #30: Cornstarch Helps Keep Fingerprints Off Your Polymer Clay Which Means Less Sanding For You:

Sanding polymer clay is probably the least enjoyable part of making beads and beaded jewelry. But it is also the Read More→

Polymer Clay Pasta Machine – How To Firm Up Soft Clay

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Tuesday, March 4th, 2008 in Handling, Supplies, Tools | Comments (9)

Polymer Clay Pasta Machine

Vid #8: Polymer Clay Can Stain Your Furniture. So Be Careful Where You Put It Down:

Never leave your polymer clay sitting on a porous surface you don’t want stained… like your beautifully finished Read More→

Jewelry Display Cards | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (17)
- pattw35 says: OT - Just a little info ! If you are looking for Pantone Bell Flower color. We already have it - in 28-1B. I have...
  – May 26, 11:37 AM
- Christine F says: Excellent tutorial, Cindy! I have an electronic scrapbook cutting machine that lets me create my own designs, so now you really have me thinking about...
  – May 26, 7:42 AM
- Dixie Ann says: That was an excellent tutorial. Cindy I really liked the fact that you used cardstock that had a pattern on both sides. I dug around...
  – May 25, 5:42 PM
Flower Stamen Wire Bails | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (29)
- Monica Daris says: Cindy, I have loved this tutorial so much. Thanks for that!
  – May 26, 8:12 AM
- Mitz B says: I don't do a lot of jewelry... but this does give me ideas. I think you also just helped me solve a problem with my...
  – May 17, 6:51 PM
- Dixie Ann says: Thanks Cindy for the info. I do have a pickling solution and a little crock pot to heat it up in so I will try...
  – May 14, 7:10 PM
Erv's Spring Grass Palette | Polymer Color Recipes Comments (28)
- Paige F says: Hi thanks for sharing that lovely poem. I am going to keep the part that greif is the price of love. I have a friend...
  – May 24, 3:08 PM
- Paige F says: I am so sorry to hear about you and your families loss. I want you to know my prayers are with you.
  – May 24, 2:47 PM
- Ken Hamilton says: So sorry to hear of your loss, a huge canyon has been torn in your lives that can never be totally filled, but have faith...
  – May 24, 5:36 AM
Currant Bud Palette | Polymer Clay Color Recipes Comments (13)
- Monique U says: Christine, sorry to hear you have to deal with another round of treatments... but your positive and proactive approach is so inspirational. As you are...
  – May 24, 10:10 AM
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Thank you to everyone above for all the kind comments. I really appreciate it. And to Christine specifically... your story really hits home, more than...
  – May 24, 9:44 AM
- Christine H says: Hello Cindy, I want to say thank you for all your great tutorials. They have been so inspiring for me at this time of my...
  – May 23, 2:05 AM
Daisy Flowers for Spring | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (22)
- Dixie Ann says: hey thanks ladies for all the good tips on the flip flops. My biggest concern was not having something rub against my skin because I...
  – May 22, 2:32 PM
- Elaine Faulks says: PS Dixie why not make 4 or even six button holes, use different coloured plastic threads and after knotting tight cut off quite short so...
  – May 22, 8:08 AM
- Elaine Faulks says: Hi Dixie, if you go back to the kiddies section you can pick up that plastic "string" that the girls use to make their friendship...
  – May 22, 7:53 AM
Cherry Brandy Palette | Polymer Clay Color Recipes Comments (33)
- PATTY JORGENSON says: very sorry to hear of your loss. it helps to have a venue to express... and teh colors are gorgeous
  – May 21, 12:08 PM
- Dixie Ann says: So glad you liked it, when we bear out hearts the soul shines through.....you have such a beautiful soul Cindy.
  – May 20, 2:01 PM
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Dixie you are amazing, thank you so much! This means a lot to all of us that you would put your heart and soul into...
  – May 20, 8:42 AM
Vol-047 Apr’2012 Back Issues | Polymer Clay Library Comments (14)
- Linda M says: Hi Cindy, I've purchased several of your back issue videos and I'm enjoying them immensely! Thanks!
  – May 18, 8:56 AM
- Cherie says: I think it was on the shimmer batik tutorial.
  – May 17, 8:04 PM
Embossed Metal Jewelry Findings | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (38)
- pollyanna says: Good to see you back. You were missed.
  – May 17, 7:32 AM
- Brenda M says: HI All, It has been awhile since I've posted on the boards. My Daycare had slowed down and I needed to really focus on it...
  – May 16, 8:15 PM
- Jocelyn says: Thanks, Dixie. So appreciate you posting this link for all of us.
  – May 14, 7:06 AM
Faux Wood Veneer Video | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (20)
- Sharia B says: Yes thank you very much!
  – May 15, 4:59 PM
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Hopefully I understand you correctly Sharia. It is always harder to explain things with words than it is with a video... When you get your...
  – May 15, 2:21 PM
- Sharia B says: Hi Cindy, I am really enjoying the videos but I have 1 question. In the Wood Veneer Video, you mentioned the slab that was used...
  – May 15, 10:10 AM
Etching Premo Sculpey | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (50)
- Monique U says: Just wanted to pass on the contest at Dover. If anyone used their copyright-free artwork in Etched PC, I think this would be a great...
  – May 15, 11:15 AM
Creativity, Passion, Online Learning - Sir Ken and Me Comments (46)
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Jamie it is awesome to 'hear' your voice again! It has been awhile. Thanks for your kind comment old friend. I hope all is well...
  – May 14, 5:49 PM
Polymer Clay Tutor Studio Chit Chat | 5th Friday Video Comments (47)
- pattw35 says: Wow -thanks !! The download answered all my questions. Now I can look and see which die cutter to buy. Sale etc..........grin
  – May 14, 11:46 AM
- Dixie Ann says: Sure Can, this is the best one I found so far. www.indigojay.com/crafting/diecutter_compatibilitychart.pdf
  – May 13, 10:59 AM
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