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Hand Torched Headpins | Polymer Clay Jewelry Tutorial

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Thursday, July 26th, 2012 in Bead Projects | Comments (70)

Hand Torched Headpins - Polymer Clay Tutor Video #267: “Head pins are a must for jewelry making! I use them in so many ways.” ~Phaedrakat

Embossed Metal Jewelry Findings | Polymer Clay Tutorial

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Thursday, April 26th, 2012 in Bead Projects | Comments (59)

Embossed Metal - Polymer Clay Tutor Video #253: “LOVE the look of that metal clasp, it would be so cool to make my own… if only I knew how.” ~Lesley-S

Liver Of Sulfur Metal Patina | Polymer Clay Tutorial

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Thursday, January 5th, 2012 in Finishing | Comments (45)

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

Coppery Autumn Earrings, Polymer Clay Mixed Media

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, September 12th, 2011 in Inspiration | Comments (12)

Copper Autumn Earrings - Polymer Clay Tutor Gallery: “Rich and warm, these unique Fall art earrings have a earthy and substantial look to them… but light as a feather to wear.” ~Cindy Lietz

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

Vol-038 July’2011 Back Issues Now Posted in Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, July 25th, 2011 in Bead Projects, Bead Shapes, Cane Work | Comments (13)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 38

Video Tutorials:
1: Copper Bookmarks
2: Cupcake Beads
3: Backgroundless Tulip Cane
4: Parrot Tulip Beads

Blue Iris Sculpted Flower & Copper Wire Wrapped Pendant [Gallery]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, July 4th, 2011 in Inspiration | Comments (28)

Sculpted Blue Iris Pendant Polymer Clay Tutor “Like the ruffled
skirts of a forest sprite,
the blue petals of this
beautiful sculpted Iris
pendant, shimmer and
dance on the…” ~Cindy Lietz

Hammered Copper Bookmarks | Polymer Clay Tutorial [Video]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, June 30th, 2011 in Bead Projects | Comments (39)

Hammered Copper Bookmarks with Polymer Clay Focal Beads Vid #210: “I have two
grandchildren who
absolutely love to read
and will love getting these
hookmarks.” ~Adrienne-L

Mixed Media Wire Leaf Charms | Polymer Clay Tutorial [Video]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, May 19th, 2011 in Bead Projects | Comments (35)

Wire Leaf Charm Vid #204: “Learning
about the wire work for
me has become a natural
extension of what I do with
polymer clay.” ~Elisabeth-S

Vol-035 Apr’2011 Back Issues Now Posted in Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, April 25th, 2011 in Bead Shapes, Color Theory, Techniques | Comments (15)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 35

Video Tutorials:
1: Lilac Beads;
2: Copper Foil Tape;
3: Teardrop Blend Shift;
4: Birdhouse Beads:

Pendants Wrapped with Copper Foil | Polymer Clay Tutorial [Video]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, April 7th, 2011 in Techniques | Comments (51)

Copper Foil Tape Vid #199: “I don’t
know how you keep
thinking up these ideas,
Cindy, but keep ‘em coming!
May we PLEASE have a tute
on copper tape???” ~Tanya-L

Embedded Leaf Vein Hammered Wire Bail | Polymer Clay Tute [Video]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, December 16th, 2010 in Bead Projects | Comments (28)

Leaf Vein Metal Bail Findings Vid #184: “Beautiful
Cindy. I love how the
bail extends into the
pendant itself.”
~Cheryl-H

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

Seeds-of-Change Polymer Clay Art Jewelry Bracelet [Gallery]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, July 19th, 2010 in Inspiration | Comments (32)

Polymer Clay Seeds of Change Bracelet “Life does not
get better by
chance… Life gets better
by change.” ~Jim Rohn

Woodland Flora Pendant – Wire Wrapped Polymer Clay [Gallery]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, July 12th, 2010 in Inspiration | Comments (27)

Polymer Clay Woodland Flora Pendant “Inspired by
long walks in
the forest and peaceful
colors found along the
way.” ~Cindy-L

Vol-025 June 2010 Back Issues Now Posted in Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, July 8th, 2010 in Bead Projects, Bead Shapes, Cane Work, Techniques | Comments (18)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 25

Video Tutorials:
1: Mushroom Beads;
2: Mitered Corner Cane;
3: Faux Agate Beads;
4: Dangle Bangle:

French Barrettes | Polymer Clay Tutorials Vol-059 Comments (85)
- Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz says: Hi Maria - the link is fixed now.
  – May 22, 10:01 AM
- Maria C says: Thank you, Jocelyn - but the link isn't working ... Maria
  – May 22, 9:21 AM
- Jocelyn C says: Marion, here is a site that provides extra long eyelets in several metal colors. Hope this helps.
  – May 22, 5:59 AM
How To Pierce Holes In Polymer Clay Beads Comments (12)
- Jocelyn C says: Went looking in FB, but, didn't spot it that day. Dang, have one of those tractor like chair seats and nearly fell out of it...
  – May 21, 8:08 PM
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Hi Jocelyn, that 'green' necklace you're referring to is the one I showed in the Polymer Curb Chain Tutorial. It has the real magnesite beads...
  – May 21, 4:43 PM
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: That's a neat idea Sue... thanks for passing it along!
  – May 21, 4:36 PM
Faux Burl Wood Pens | Polymer Clay Tutorials Vol-060 Comments (59)
- Lynn V says: Thank you very much Cindy. I love your tutorials! You have great energy and I've learned alot with your free ones. Now will be happy...
  – May 21, 5:44 PM
- Jocelyn C says: Sue F, that cuff is another triumph, those big burls and twirls are yummy. Like the way you left a little space in the cane...
  – May 20, 8:05 PM
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Hi Sue, your twist (pun intended) on the Faux burl wood tutorial is awesome! But we would expect no less from you, now would we?...
  – May 20, 5:10 PM
Fisher's Plaid Shirt Palette | Premo Recipes Vol-061-A Comments (6)
- Jeanne C. says: Great shirt Fisher, I can see why you like it so much. Thanks Cindy for another great color palette.
  – May 20, 9:31 PM
- Pattw says: LOL -Such happy names for your color palette! No wonder Fisher has such a sense of humor - it's contagious ! The Lietz Humor!!!!!!!!!! Oh,...
  – May 20, 4:46 PM
- Maria C says: Y U M M Y ! ! !
  – May 20, 1:19 PM
How to Polish Polymer Clay Beads in a Rock Tumbler Comments (117)
- Tantesherry says: Hi everyone almost done with my second go with this Wonderful product learned a few things - well one that I hope helps from my...
  – May 18, 2:10 PM
How To Slice Round Polymer Canes Without Distortion Comments (72)
- Jocelyn C says: :)!
  – May 17, 11:50 AM
- Tantesherry says: awww Jocelyn - what a pretty amber bead (put your comment in my Word Pad so as not to lose track of it :)) thanks...
  – May 14, 11:40 AM
Buying Polymer Clay Tips And Tricks Comments (25)
- Jocelyn C says: Elaine, hun, I am so sorry. Have lived in elderly and disabled low income housing since the mid nineties, and have watched 29 dear souls...
  – May 17, 8:06 AM
- Karen Lee Price Luda says: Thanks, Jocelyn. I'll be heading for the fleamarkets soon.
  – May 17, 8:00 AM
- Jocelyn C says: Karen, look around at second hand shops and garage sales for a good used food processor or coffee grinder. I use both, Black and Decker...
  – May 17, 7:47 AM
Resource List of Where to Buy Polymer Clay Comments (30)
- Anna Sabina says: I am very fortunate to have quick access to Michael's, JoAnn's and Hobby Lobby. But… I have to double-check each package for freshness and have...
  – May 15, 5:07 AM
- Julie J says: Another place to purchase Pardo clay is Creative Journey Studios located in Buford, Georgia - that's just outside of Atlanta. This is an awesome store/gallery...
  – May 13, 10:16 AM
- Dayl Jones says: Hi there guys, I live in the UK in a particularly small rural location so I mainly buy my PC on-line. Ebay has some great...
  – May 12, 2:29 PM
Barnacle Palette | Premo Sculpey Recipes Vol-060-A Comments (10)
- Carol O says: Cindy - Your videos are the best I've ever seen! I definitely will point anyone interested in learning how to create with clay to your...
  – May 14, 9:26 PM
Is It Compatible With Polymer Clay? Always Test! Comments (44)
- Tantesherry says: Hi ladies - this is Awesome Information being handed out on this thread :) been wanting poly paste for a while now need to go...
  – May 12, 7:57 AM
- BinkyM says: Elaine, saving yourself from sanding things to half their thickness is *zactly* why you wanna make yourself some grout! Save your joints and your nails...
  – May 12, 5:35 AM
- elaine faulks says: Thanks Binky, I can just imagine you fiddling with hot clay, so now I know NOT to when using PP. The grouting of "dings" sounds...
  – May 12, 1:08 AM
Avoiding Fingerprints On Your Polymer Clay Projects Comments (56)
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Hey, are you trying to say that people who have deep fingerprints don't do enough dishes?! LOL
  – May 10, 3:02 PM
- Charline A says: They disappear from all the hard work and dishes we've washed over the years. LOL
  – May 10, 10:24 AM
JoolTool Introduction | Buffing Polymer Clay Comments (91)
- Jocelyn C says: Cindy, just counted up my savings jar set aside for purchasing this product. It's getting there, lol. Hopefully, combined with next year's Tax Return, I...
  – May 10, 5:15 AM
Fixing Bubbles in Your Flat Baked Polymer Pieces Comments (20)
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Dixie Ann is right Tricia. The search box is the perfect way to find tons of info here. You should be able to find the...
  – May 07, 6:30 PM
Upcycle Old Ugly Polymer Clay Beads into Heishi Beads Comments (63)
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Yes Toni, I recommend you do any sanding, buffing and glazing/waxing/etc. before you warm and cut the bead. You're right it is WAY easier that...
  – May 07, 6:26 PM
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