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Member Project Photos – Texture Plates – Polymer Clay Jewelry

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, November 11th, 2010 in Inspiration | Comments (17)

“This will be
helpful when I can’t
figure out what texture
I want and don’t have it
anyway. Just make my
own…. great!” ~Pollyanna

Member Project Photos – Spotted Lily Cane Polymer Clay Jewelry

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, November 4th, 2010 in Inspiration | Comments (10)

“Brilliant loved it! And
how easy it is! Love the
waves. It almost looked
as if it had been painted!
Thank you!” ~Anne-O

Member Project Photos – Rocker Beads Polymer Clay Jewelry

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, October 28th, 2010 in Inspiration | Comments (16)

“Just signed up for
the membership & am
so very excited. I’m new to
working with clay and love
this rocker bead…. very
cool!” ~Kim-G

Member Project Photos – Johnny Jump Up Cane – Polymer Clay Jewelry

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, October 21st, 2010 in Inspiration | Comments (15)

“I just finished
watching the Johnny
Jump Up Cane video and
you are right by saying
that it would make me
smile!” ~Lori-F

Member Project Photos – Faux Bone and Ivory Polymer Clay Jewelry

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, October 14th, 2010 in Inspiration | Comments (22)

“I made a bone cane
and my DH, who does
not automatically say he
likes whatever I make, said
it looked real. High praise.
Thanks Cindy!” ~Rose-M

Member Project Photos – Polymer Clay Art Sheets Technique

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, September 30th, 2010 in Inspiration | Comments (23)

“I’ve been watching
your tutorials for more
than a year now and this
is quite possibly the most
gorgeous technique you’ve
shared.” ~Vladadeska-V

Member Project Photos – Wire Wrapped Polymer Clay Bead Rings

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010 in Inspiration | Comments (16)

“Now we can have
rings to match our
earrings, necklaces and
bracelets from the rest of
your tutorials. Thank you
Cindy.” ~Bonnie-K

Member Project Photos – Leopard Cane Animal Print Jewelry

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, September 16th, 2010 in Inspiration | Comments (13)

“Since I am
Jewelry Jungle,
this is so purrrrfect
for my business. I love
it!” ~Laurel-B

Polymer Clay Art Sheet, Copper Wrapped Earrings [Gallery]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Wednesday, September 15th, 2010 in Inspiration | Comments (32)

Copper Cube Art Sheet Earrings “Image of small
mosaic art tiles from
the streets of Tuscany
kept coming to mind.”
~Cindy Lietz

Member Project Photos – UV Resin, Polymer Clay Jewelry

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, September 9th, 2010 in Inspiration | Comments (23)

“You’ve opened new
worlds for me, Cindy!
The UV Resin tutorial is
absolutely terrific. Another
success, thanks.” ~Mary-U

Member Project Photos – Zebra Cane Rings, Earrings, Bracelets

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, September 2nd, 2010 in Inspiration | Comments (20)

“Cindy’s Zebra tute
is absolutely perfect in
every way possible. I just
love everything about the
video. Watched it at least
12 times.” ~Peggy-B

Textured Polymer Clay Pendants, Sterling Silver Bails [Gallery]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 in Inspiration | Comments (25)

Texture Blue Polymer Clay Pendants “Like the soft chalky
blue of the summer sky
… Or the relaxed comfort
of a faded pair of jeans …”
~Cindy Lietz

Member Project Photos – Blend and Switch Technique

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, August 26th, 2010 in Inspiration | Comments (19)

“My first attempt
was a great success!
Loved this video. It may
just be my favorite one
yet!” ~Carrie-W

Member Project Photos – Polymer Clay Faux Agate Technique

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, August 19th, 2010 in Inspiration | Comments (11)

“I just love the magic
moments when sanding
& buffing this type of bead.
It goes silky and then all
the colours suddenly
appear.” ~Judy-M

Member Project Photos – Blue Morpho Butterfly Wing Cane

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Wednesday, August 18th, 2010 in Inspiration | Comments (16)

“Cindy, I absolutely love your butterfly wing tutorial. I was so amazed at how easy it was.” ~Jackie-N

Animal Instincts Polymer Clay Jewelry Bracelet [Gallery]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, August 16th, 2010 in Inspiration | Comments (43)

Animal Instincts Polymer Clay Bracelet “Purr is what you
will do when you slip
this gorgeous polymer
clay bracelet onto your
wrist!” ~Cindy Lietz

Member Project Photos – Faux Dichroic Glass Technique

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, August 12th, 2010 in Inspiration | Comments (54)

“I love, love, love
this technique and
may never try making
pendants in the kiln again.
Thank You Cindy.”
~Kathy-B

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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