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Make Faux Turquoise Beads with Pantone 2010 Color of the Year

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, December 17th, 2009 in Musings-News, Techniques | Comments (11)

Polymer Clay Faux Turquoise Technique “Faux Turquoise sounds like a great project to work on. I love your blog and get lots of inspiration from it.”
~Susan-K

Polymer Clay Tutorial | Faux Bone, Faux Ivory Technique [VIDEO]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Tuesday, December 15th, 2009 in Promotions, Techniques | Comments (30)

Polymer Clay Faux Bone and Faux Ivory

Vid #136: “There
are always such wonderful learning opportunities to look forward to here.” ~Elizabeth-S

Chilly Weather Ideas for Texturing Your Polymer Clay Beads

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, December 10th, 2009 in Techniques, Tools | Comments (12)

Frosty Leaves Texture Ideas “Today will be a clay day for me… 15 inches of snow… 40 mile per hour winds… looks like we are living in a snow globe.” ~Anna-S

Vol-018 Nov’2009 Back Issues Now Posted in Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, December 3rd, 2009 in Bead Projects, Bead Shapes, Cane Work, Promotions, Techniques | Comments (10)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 18

Video Tutorials: Holly Leaf and Berry Canes; Book Beads; Mica Shift Technique; Wire Wraps, Links and Loops:

Up Next in Vol-019 – Extruder Canes, Cord Ends, Faux Bone/Ivory

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Sunday, November 29th, 2009 in Bead Shapes, Cane Work, Promotions, Techniques | Comments (9)

Polymer Clay Library Tutorials Vol-019 1: Extr Flower Cane
2: Wire Cord Ends
3: Faux Ivory and Bone
4: Carved Beads

Polymer Clay Faux Opal Pendant with Hammered Copper Jewelry Bail

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, November 26th, 2009 in Bead Projects, Techniques | Comments (45)

Faux Opal Pendant “Making faux opals is what first got me interested in polymer clay.” ~Sue-W

Polymer Clay Tutorial | Mica Shift Technique [VIDEO]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, November 16th, 2009 in Promotions, Techniques | Comments (84)

Polymer Clay Mica Shift Technique

Vid #132: “Mica shift! You must have been reading my mind. I’ll be so happy to get your tips on it.” ~Dawn-B

Coming Up In Volume-018 at the Polymer Clay Library… Mica Shift

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Tuesday, October 27th, 2009 in Bead Shapes, Cane Work, Promotions, Techniques | Comments (14)

Volume-018 Polymer Clay Tutorials 1: Holly & Berry Canes
2: Book Beads
3: Mica Shift Technique
4: Wire Loops and Links

Polymer Clay Tutorial | Faux Leather Technique, Unisex Fall Jewelry

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, October 12th, 2009 in Promotions, Techniques | Comments (22)

Polymer Clay Faux Leather

Vid #127: “Yes, I would like very much to learn more styles for boys/men.” ~Meg-B

Creative Picture Frames Embellished with Polymer Clay Faux Raku

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Friday, October 9th, 2009 in Feature Guests, Techniques | Comments (20)

Polymer Clay Picture Frame by Elizabeth Schydlower Spotlight: “I find joy spending time messin with the techniques.” ~Elizabeth-S

Polymer Clay Library Volume-016 September Back Issue Now Posted

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Sunday, October 4th, 2009 in Bead Projects, Bead Shapes, Cane Work, Promotions, Techniques | Comments (6)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 16

Video Tutorials: How to Make Calla Lily Beads, Butterfly Pendants; Beaded S-Hook Clasps; and Dogwood Flower Cane.

Combining Polymer Clay Techniques to Make Jewelry Unique to You

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Friday, October 2nd, 2009 in Bead Shapes, Feature Guests, Techniques | Comments (17)

Polymer Clay Jewelry by Kris Johnson

Spotlight: “Polymer Clay is a non stop journey of experimentation and discoveries.” ~Kriss-J

Here’s What’s Coming Up in Volume-017 at the Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Saturday, September 26th, 2009 in Bead Projects, Cane Work, Promotions, Techniques | Comments (13)

Volume-017 Polymer Clay Tutorials 1: Poppy Beads
2: Spliced Flower Cane
3: Faux Leather
4: Chandelier Wirework

Keepsake Jewelry and Prayer Chaplet Made with Rose Petal Beads

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Friday, September 18th, 2009 in Feature Guests, Sell Your Stuff, Techniques | Comments (16)

Polymer Clay Keepsake Beads by Mollie Hubenack

Spotlight: “When I make a piece for someone who has lost a loved one, it is especially rewarding.” ~Mollie-H

What To Do With Your Scraps of Polymer Clay – Helpful Resource Links

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Saturday, September 12th, 2009 in Techniques | Comments (10)

Scrap Polymer Clay

“I already have enough scrap clay to pave my driveway.”
~Anna-S

Polymer Clay Videos | Graffiti Beads and Gerbera Flower Canes

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Saturday, September 5th, 2009 in Cane Work, Promotions, Techniques | Comments (8)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 15

“FLOWER CANE Tutorial! My heart skipped a beat when I read this!” ~Carrie-W

Crackled Gold Leaf, Alcohol Ink and Liquid Polymer Clay Techniques

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Friday, September 4th, 2009 in Feature Guests, Sell Your Stuff, Techniques | Comments (36)

Crackled Metal Leaf Polymer Clay by Silverleaf

Spotlight: “The owners of my local bead shop took one look and offered to sell them for me!” ~Silverleaf

Frosted Rainbow Flower Beads | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (89)
- 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
- 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
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
Faux Wood Cane Video | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (7)
- 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
- Peggy says: Love working with faux wood, another wonderful gift. Willow you keep going like you are Mom and Dad are going to retire early and put...
  – Feb 09, 9:10 AM
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
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
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
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