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Faux Rhondite Tutorial, Pretty in Pink Jewelry Stones [Spotlight]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Saturday, March 27th, 2010 in Feature Guests, Sell Your Stuff | Comments (21)

Polymer Clay Projects “In a Quandry… I decided polymer clay might come to my rescue again.” ~Laurel-B

Handmade Polymer Clay Gifts – Ideas for Guys & Gals of All Ages

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, October 22nd, 2009 in Bead Projects | Comments (7)

Polymer Clay Faux Stoner Choker

“I’ve been making home made gifts since my son was 9 months old. He is 39 now!” ~MaryEllen-S

Using a Polymer Clay Bead Instead of a Standard Jewelry Slip Knot

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, August 20th, 2009 in Bead Projects | Comments (13)

Faux Pebble Bead Slip Knot

“This type of closure is a very nice way to finish off men’s jewelry.” ~Cindy

Here is a simple and easy way to create an adjustable finding for your polymer clay jewelry… Use a polymer clay bead instead of a slip knot. Read More→

Hookmark | 70th Birthday Gift Ideas | Faux Stone Beads + Copper

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Sunday, May 24th, 2009 in Bead Projects, Musings-News | Comments (7)

Hookmark and 70th Birthday Card

Bookmark Trivia: Hookmarks are also Called Book Hooks… In Case You Were Wondering:

Last weekend our family headed down to Seattle (2 hour drive south of Vancouver) for my Uncle’s 70th birthday. It was one of those ‘no gifts’ kind of things… but I Read More→

Dog Tags Jewelry for Boys | Personalized Names Set in Faux Stone

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Sunday, May 10th, 2009 in Bead Projects | Comments (17)

Personalized Dog Tags Jewelry for Boys

They Look Real Rocks But Are Actually Handmade Using Polymer Clay:

My 10 year old son (Fisher) has been invited to two of his friend’s birthday parties this month. And since he will most likely be changing schools next Read More→

Polymer Clay Tutorial | Faux Pebble Beads | Beach Jewelry Projects

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Wednesday, May 6th, 2009 in Bead Projects | Comments (20)

Faux Pebble Beads

Vid #105: A Case Where Fake Is Better Than The Real Thing:

You are going to love making these faux beach pebble beads! So earthy and organic looking… they feel like something Mother Earth would wear herself! This week’s tutorial video in the members library Read More→

Big Beads – A Popular Trend In Polymer Clay Jewelry Designs

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Sunday, May 3rd, 2009 in Bead Projects, Sell Your Stuff | Comments (6)

Big Faux Turquoise Bead

Large Polymer Clay Beads… Easier To Make… And More Profitable:

Large beads are all the rage now in fashion jewelry design. I love it… primarily because there are lots of advantages to making big beads as compared to small beads. Read More→

Sandy Polymer Clay Beads… Yet Another Reason to Go to the Beach

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Saturday, April 25th, 2009 in Supplies, Techniques, Tools | Comments (4)

Beach Sand Polymer Clay Texture Ideas

Creative Ways for Adding Texture to Your Polymer Clay and Jewelry Beads:

The days are starting to heat up around here (finally), and it’s time to start planning some trips to the beach! Next time you head out to the coast, or down to your Read More→

Spice Beads and the Polymer Clay Inclusion Technique

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Wednesday, May 7th, 2008 in Bead Projects, Techniques | Comments (22)

Spice Bead Polymer Clay Inclusions

Vid #50: What to do When Kitchen Spices Get Too Old …Make Beads!

Ok I’ll admit that making beads is what I do to fix many of the little problems life throws my way. The kids are frustrating me… make some beads! My husband Read More→

Frosted Rainbow Flower Beads | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (88)
- 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 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
- Dixie Ann says: Natalie, I hope your doing better now with your ankle. It sounds like your back at your claying. I have been sick for a week...
  – Feb 08, 3:01 PM
Vol-044 Jan’2012 Back Issues | Polymer Clay Library Comments (24)
- Monique U says: Cindy, the colours and especially the translucency are so accurate! It's hard to believe they are made from clay. AWESOME!! Nice shot, too (Willow? Doug?)...
  – Feb 08, 4:33 PM
- Karonkay says: oh my goodness! they are beautiful.... You did such a great job. They do look perfect for this project! You have made my day. They...
  – Feb 08, 4:12 PM
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Here is what I came up with...
  – Feb 08, 3:58 PM
Polymer Clay Sculpted Dogwood Flower Pendant Comments (6)
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Beautiful quote Monique! Thanks for sharing!
  – Feb 08, 10:13 AM
- Monique U says: Just thought I would share this quote I saw on a Tim Holtz stamp (don't know the source of the quote): CREATIVITY is allowing yourself...
  – Feb 08, 10:06 AM
- Elizabeth S. says: You're welcome, Sweetheart. I meant every word.
  – Feb 07, 6:02 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
- Catalina says: You are welcome, Willow. Keep up the great work!
  – Feb 06, 7:29 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
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