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How Difficult is it to Make Memorial Jewelry Using Polymer Clay?

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Wednesday, December 16th, 2009 in Bead Projects | Comments (11)

Polymer Clay Dried Flower Inclusion Technique “I have heard you can use polymer clay with dried flowers to preserve a memory… would appreciate any advise.” ~Jan-R

Asymmetrical Jewelry Made with Polymer Clay Beads and Copper Wire

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 in Bead Projects | Comments (12)

Asymmetrical Polymer Clay Necklace “I also have so many beads that I don’t know what to do with. Your hooks and chains would really settle that problem.” ~Helen-S

October Back Issue Vol-017 Now Posted in the Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, November 5th, 2009 in Bead Projects, Bead Shapes, Cane Work, Promotions | Comments (9)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 17

Video Tutorials: How to make Poppy Beads, Spliced Flower Cane, Faux Leather and Chandelier Wirework.

Polymer Clay Library Volume-016 September Back Issue Now Posted

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Sunday, October 4th, 2009 in Bead Projects, Bead Shapes, Cane Work, Promotions, Techniques | Comments (6)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 16

Video Tutorials: How to Make Calla Lily Beads, Butterfly Pendants; Beaded S-Hook Clasps; and Dogwood Flower Cane.

Poppy Beads + Copper Findings – Polymer Clay Flower Bead Bracelet

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Wednesday, September 16th, 2009 in Bead Projects | Comments (17)

Polymer Clay Poppy Flower Bracelet

“A bead by itself is just a bead – but in a neat setting it turns into a statement!” ~Aims

She’s Been Bit’n by the Polymer Clay Jewelry Making… Bead Bug

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Friday, September 11th, 2009 in Bead Projects, Feature Guests | Comments (6)

Polymer Clay Beads by Melinda Herron

Spotlight: “A couple of attempts needed on the crackled beads before I actually got them to crackle, but it was fun.” ~Melinda-H

Polymer Clay Tutorial | Making Calla Lily Beads from a Flower Cane

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, August 31st, 2009 in Bead Shapes, Cane Work, Promotions | Comments (24)

Polymer Clay Lily Bead

Vid #121: “I want to make some Calla Lily pendants for a friend. Love your ideas and easy to follow video instruction.” ~Lynn-V

Wire Wrapped Jewelry Pendant Made from a Polymer Flower Petal Cane

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Saturday, August 22nd, 2009 in Bead Projects, Bead Shapes, Cane Work | Comments (16)

Wire Wrapped Flower Bead

“I too am interested in wireworking. Wrapping or making bezels for the beads in different ways would be interesting.” ~Aims

If you love freeform and relaxed styled jewelry, than this wire wrapped Flower Blossom Read More→

Polymer Clay Tutorial | Flower Cane | Petals for a Gerbera Design

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Tuesday, August 11th, 2009 in Cane Work, Promotions | Comments (47)

Polymer Clay Flower Petal Cane

Vid #119: “I find myself looking forward to your new video every week, along with the color recipes.” ~CJ

This week’s video tutorial to be posted in the Polymer Clay Library on Friday August 14, is the second in a 3 part series focused Read More→

Translucent Polymer Clay Secrets for Surviving on a Deserted Island

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, July 9th, 2009 in Cane Work, Supplies | Comments (17)

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Whether It’s Fimo, Kato, or Premo Sculpey… Translucent Clay is an Essentiality!

Every brand of polymer clay has a their own version of translucent. Although each one is similar, there are some differences too. Some comparison notes are posted Read More→

Polymer Clay Tutorial | Rose Bead Part 2 | Sculpted Flower Beads

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Tuesday, June 16th, 2009 in Bead Shapes, Cane Work, Promotions | Comments (33)

Modified Skinner Blend Plug

Vid #111: Transforming the Modified Skinner Blend Plug into a Beautiful Clay Rose:

Today’s photo shows the polymer clay cane that was used to make the Sculpted Rose Beads introduced in Part 1 of this mini tutorial series. You can click on the Read More→

Polymer Clay Tutorial | Variegated Sculpted Rose Beads (Two Parts)

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Tuesday, June 9th, 2009 in Bead Shapes, Cane Work, Promotions | Comments (35)

Variegated Sculpted Rose Beads

Vid #110: You’ll Be Selling Your Own Clay Roses On Etsy in No Time!

Glass Bugle Beads – 5 Fun Ways to Use Them In Polymer Clay Projects

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2009 in Bead Projects, Feature Guests, Supplies | Comments (5)

Glass Bugle Beads

From Mobius to Mosaics; Fringes to Flowers; Even a Steampunk Spider:

If you make polymer clay beads, then you probably also have a bunch of other types of jewelry beads in your craft studio or supply bins. Glass bugle beads for Read More→

Polymer Clay Tutorial | Make Trumpet Flower Beads From Cane Slices

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Wednesday, February 25th, 2009 in Bead Shapes, Promotions | Comments (27)

Trumpet Flower Bead

Vid #96: A Pretty Polymer Clay Bead for Your Spring Making Jewelry Projects:

For those of you who have been asking for a demonstration of how to make my dainty little trumpet flower beads… you’re in luck! The full tutorial video will be Read More→

Steampunk Jewelry Pendant Embellished with Polymer Clay Flower Beads

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Sunday, February 22nd, 2009 in Bead Projects, Inspiration, Musings-News | Comments (10)

Steampunk Polymer Clay Pendant

A Gardener’s Chronometer with Natural Magnetic and Medicinal Powers:

“Taking its measurements from the Moon and the Earth’s magnetic field, this fashionable device guides the Steampunk Gardener to the ideal location for Read More→

Polymer Clay Color Recipes | Pearl Hydrangea Color Palette

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Friday, February 20th, 2009 in Color Recipes, Promotions | Comments (13)

Pearl Hydrangea Color Palette

1A – Pink Hydrangea
2A – Purple Hyacinth
3A – Mint Tea
4A – Chamomile Tea

With Spring just around the corner, flowers are the perfect inspiration for a new spring color palette. What could be prettier than Read More→

Making Polymer Clay Flower Beads For Your Spring Jewelry Projects

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Wednesday, February 18th, 2009 in Bead Projects, Bead Shapes, Sell Your Stuff | Comments (9)

Cane Slice Flower Bead

How To Make Your Handmade Bead Jewelry Items Even More Desirable:

It’s only natural that springtime and flower jewelry designs go hand in hand. So it goes without saying that flower-shaped polymer clay beads should be popular at 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 H 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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