Thank you so much for taking the time to write those very kind words. Sharing feedback like this really gives others great insight about what they can expect from the video tutorials. I truly appreciate your help.

Very much looking forward to hearing more about how your beads and jewelry projects are coming along. Be sure to share your stories and/or ask questions at the blog if you need assistance with anything.

I think your course is excellent! I have learnt so much in such a short time. Your videos are very easy to follow – you explain everything in an easy to understand way. I look forward to Fridays as I’ve never done before!

Thank you Cindy

Kind regards,
Pam Breakwell (UK)

In regards to being able to get the course on DVD, that is not possible at this time. I’ve had a number of others request it and am still evaluating the level of interest before going to the expense of making that option available.

The link by my name above will take you to a “central” comment where I’ve compiled links to other places on this blog where there are ongoing discussions about DVD options.

To answer your question about learning how to work with polymer clay the right way, I highly recommend my 39 part polymer clay basics course. It is the most complete and comprehensive beginners course on the web today, in full motion video. Plus, even after you complete the course, you have access to me here at the blog, to answer any questions you need extra help with.

You can click the link by my name above to read some comments from students who have already taken the course.

Or here is the direct link to the course info and order page beside my name link in the other comments further up on this page. One of the links says ‘Beginner Bead Making Primer Course’ and the other, “Polymer Clay Bead Making’. They both take you to the same page.

Hope this helps.

I am a beginner and I want to learn the right way and I want to be good at it. So, where do I start and what are the right books and DVDs I need to start with? Thank you for helping me with this.

Sharon Doran

Welcome to the blog. When reducing canes it is important to have all the clays you are working with, at the same consistency. Hard clay moves slower than soft clay and a cane with both will distort easily.

There are ways to fix the Premo you have to work well in canes, even though your package may be too soft. The beginner’s course shows techniques for firming soft clay and softening hard clay, which may be of some help for you.

It is also important to make sure your cane has rested before reducing. This ensures the clay is the same temperature throughout the whole cane, and moves evenly.

I will have some cane making courses ready soon. Hope this info was helpful for you.

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