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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

Parrot Tulip Polymer Clay Tassel and Copper Necklace [Gallery]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, August 8th, 2011 in Bead Shapes, Inspiration | Comments (11)

Parrot Tulip Tassel Necklace - Polymer Clay Tutor “Delicate yet substantial, the frilly petals of this Parrot Tulip Bead were carefully sculpted for this unique copper chain necklace.” ~Cindy Lietz

Polymer Clay Tutorial | Chandelier Earrings and Pendants | Wirework

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Tuesday, October 20th, 2009 in Bead Projects, Promotions | Comments (25)

Chandelier Wirework Technique

Vid #128: “String together beads and you get jewelry. Fashion the same beads with unique handmade wire and you have a work of art!” ~Polyanya

Making Polymer Clay Jewelry with large Focal Beads and Copper Wire

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Saturday, August 8th, 2009 in Bead Projects | Comments (18)

Jupiter Bead Necklace

“Count me in on the “YES, PLEASE” column for anything to do with working with wire with the beads.”~Arlene-H

Today’s photo shows a pendant I made using a large Jupiter bead finished with a handmade Read More→

Handmade Beaded Jewelry – A Polymer Clay Convertible Necklace

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, December 15th, 2008 in Bead Projects, Musings-News | Comments (11)

Convertible Jewelry Necklace

Making Jewelry Pieces That Can Be Worn In Several Different Ways:

It’s a good thing my mom doesn’t go online too much… or she would see what I’m giving her for Christmas (see photo). This convertable art jewelry can be worn in Read More→

Cheap Jewelry Making Supplies for Bead Artists – Creative Shopping

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, July 10th, 2008 in Supplies | Comments (44)

Home Depot, You Can Bead It, We Can Help

If you make polymer clay beads, check out Home Depot for buying inexpensive jewellery supplies:

With the rising costs of craft supplies and the need to be original, all you polymer clay jewelry designers need Read More→

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
Vol-044 Jan’2012 Back Issues | Polymer Clay Library Comments (15)
- Monique U says: Karonkay: Are you referring to Trifolium pratense (Red Clover) the State Flower of Vermont?
  – Feb 07, 9:38 AM
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: You are very welcome Karon! Doug and I are filming today so I'll have to get back with you about this. Just wanted to let...
  – Feb 07, 9:35 AM
- Karonkay says: Cindy, I love the work you are doing. Thanks for all your help, I am so grateful for all you have taught us. I am...
  – Feb 07, 8:36 AM
Polymer Clay Sculpted Dogwood Flower Pendant Comments (4)
- Elizabeth S. says: You're welcome, Sweetheart. I meant every word.
  – Feb 07, 6:02 AM
- Willow Lietz says: Thank You Elizabeth, I appreciate it :)
  – Feb 06, 3:59 PM
- Elizabeth S. says: I logged on this morning to return to the Celtic heart tute-I finished a couple that I kind of like and wanted to review how...
  – Feb 06, 7:51 AM
Frosted Rainbow Flower Beads | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (83)
- Toni H says: I made these this weekend and used the same shape in the tutorial. After dipping in water, I briefly sanded each one with 1000 grit...
  – Feb 06, 5:35 PM
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Hi Natalie, sorry to have missed your question. The clay you need is PREMO White Translucent 5527. The only reason I mentioned the name Frost,...
  – Feb 01, 5:20 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 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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