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Snowy Tree Landscape Cane Pt-2 | Polymer Clay Tutorial

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Thursday, December 8th, 2011 in Cane Work | Comments (31)

Snowy Tree Cane Pt2 - Polymer Clay Tutor Video #233: “Cindy I really want to thank you for your generosity in promoting other artists and their styles.” ~Beverly-L

Snowy Tree “Pointillist” Cane Pt-1 | Polymer Clay Tute

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Thursday, December 1st, 2011 in Cane Work | Comments (44)

Snowy Tree Cane Pt 1 - Polymer Clay Tutor Video #232: “Cindy, have you ever thought of doing a landscape cane tutorial? I would love to see how YOU do it!” ~Tina-A

Aurora Technique (Northern Lights) | Polymer Clay Tutorial [Video]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, February 3rd, 2011 in Techniques, Tools | Comments (109)

Backgroundless Shaded Rose Cane Vid #190: “Sure
would like to see
someone tackle a bead
or clay fabric mimic-ing
the Aurora Borealis.”
~Jocelyn-C

Gingham Cane Extruder Project | Polymer Clay Tutorial [Video]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, December 30th, 2010 in Cane Work, Tools | Comments (45)

Gingham Polymer Clay Cane Beads Vid #185: “Gingham
pattern is called a Vichy
cane on the French blogs. I
have never thought of using
it on a lentil though. Just
Beautiful!” ~Squash

Hammered Hoop Earrings with Mokume Gane Polymer Clay Beads [Q+A]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Wednesday, February 17th, 2010 in Bead Projects, Techniques | Comments (14)

Hammered Hoop Earrings “Learning the wire
work for me has become
a natural extension of what
I do with polymer clay.”
~Elizabeth-S

Vol-019 Dec’2009 Back Issues Now Posted in Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Saturday, January 2nd, 2010 in Bead Projects, Bead Shapes, Cane Work, Promotions, Techniques | Comments (10)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 19

Video Tutorials: Extruder Flower Canes; Wire Cord Ends; Faux Bone or Ivory; Faux Carved Beads:

Polymer Clay Tutorial | Super Easy Extruder Flower Cane [VIDEO]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Tuesday, December 1st, 2009 in Cane Work, Feature Guests, Promotions | Comments (103)

Polymer Clay Extruder Flower Cane

Vid #134: “I’d like more ideas about what to do with my extruder! Thanks, Cindy!” ~Maria-C

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

Silver Spoon Jewelry Embellished with a Polymer Clay Teacup Accent

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Sunday, November 22nd, 2009 in Bead Projects, Cane Work | Comments (8)

Silver Spoon Polymer Clay Teacup Pendant “This is great. I’ve been making silverware jewelry for awhile now and didn’t know what to do with the spoons.” ~June-F

Clay Extruder Flower Mod Canes – A New and Innovative Technique

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Saturday, November 14th, 2009 in Cane Work, Feature Guests | Comments (36)

Extruder Flower Mod Cane Beads “It is probably the fastest & easiest way to make flower canes
I have ever seen!”
~Cindy-L

Clay Extruder Cleaning and Maintenance Tips… Plus Project Ideas

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Saturday, August 15th, 2009 in Tools | Comments (28)

Polymer Clay Extruder

“The extruder in my studio will now live next to the pasta machine.” ~Illaya

If you want your polymer clay tools to last, you will need to keep them maintained properly. This is certainly the case when it comes to your polymer clay extruder Read More→

Polymer Clay Videos | Jupiter Bead, Faux Raku, Watercolor Techniques

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, August 3rd, 2009 in Promotions, Techniques | Comments (41)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials

“Wow! You make it look so easy AND beautiful. I had planned on doing housework today, but…” ~Dawn

Now that July has come and gone, another back issue has been packaged up and posted in the Polymer Clay Library. It is Read More→

Jupiter Beads Made With a Clay Extruder, Scrap Clay and Old Canes

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Sunday, July 12th, 2009 in Feature Guests | Comments (22)

Jupiter Beads by Melinda Herron

Spotlight: “This is my first lesson… OMG!!! In my 2 days off I made a ton of fabulous beads.” ~Melinda-H

Polymer Clay Tutorial | Jupiter Planet Beads | Clay Extruder Gun

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Tuesday, June 30th, 2009 in Promotions, Techniques | Comments (43)

Polymer Clay Jupiter Beads

Vid #113: What on Earth To Do With Scrap Clay – Make Some Outer Space Beads:

How would you like to quickly and easily transform your leftover clay into the coolest looking beads that are out of this world? Well this weeks Jupiter Bead Tutorial Read More→

Polymer Clay Extruder Discs | Make Polymer Clay Hair + So Much More

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Wednesday, June 3rd, 2009 in Techniques, Tools | Comments (19)

Polymer Clay Extruder Discs

What Have You Done With Your Extruder Disks Lately?

In today’s photo I’m holding up a commonly used disc that comes with most Makins Extruder Guns. It is typically used for making spaghetti strands or polymer clay hair. But these long skinny Read More→

Polymer Clay Cane Inspiration from Quilting Magazines and Patterns

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Wednesday, April 29th, 2009 in Cane Work, Inspiration | Comments (12)

Quilters Magazine

Cane and Bead Making Design Ideas Are Everywhere!

I love magazines! All kinds of them. And even though I am not a Quilter, I love reading quilting magazines for polymer clay inspiration! Every time I go into my local library, I pick up a stack of magazines Read More→

Vol-044 Jan’2012 Back Issues | Polymer Clay Library Comments (17)
- Karonkay says: Thanks so much Cindy... as you know I have a great deal of respect for your talent and knew you could help me with my...
  – Feb 08, 7:28 AM
- Karonkay says: you are exactly right that is the little devil of a flower that is giving me fits at the moment! but they really are so...
  – Feb 08, 7:25 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
Frosted Rainbow Flower Beads | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (84)
- Natalie B says: Thank you very much, Cindy! You are right it is confusing when companies name the same product differently. I have a Q for you. What...
  – Feb 07, 11:40 PM
- 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
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
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
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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