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Vol-034 Mar’2011 Back Issues Now Posted in Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, March 28th, 2011 in Cane Work, Finishing, Supplies, Techniques | Comments (16)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 34

Video Tutorials:
1: Rose Petal Beads;
2: Fill Bezels with Clay;
3: Wax Polishing Your Beads;
4: Grape Hyacinth Cane:

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

Unlimited Bead Design Options from a Single Polymer Clay Cane

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, November 19th, 2009 in Bead Shapes, Cane Work | Comments (11)

Polymer Clay Beads from Dogwood Cane “Please continue to demonstrate different ways to use beads, canes etc. for those among us who are design challenged.” ~Elizabeth-S

Polymer Clay Cane Tutorials on Video – Which Ones To Film Next?

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Sunday, November 15th, 2009 in Cane Work | Comments (41)

Rainbos Pillow Bead “Canes, canes and
more canes for me!
I’d love to know how
to make a…”~Laura-B

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

Polymer Clay Faux Pebbles and Millefiori Flower Cane Beads

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Friday, November 13th, 2009 in Feature Guests | Comments (18)

Polymer Clay Faux Pebbles by Suleykha McMillan Spotlight: “I am in love with polymer clay, and think this hobby is going to last for many years.” ~Zuleykha-M

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.

How to Reduce Your Polymer Clay Canes So They Don’t Get Twisted

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, October 29th, 2009 in Cane Work | Comments (10)

Polymer Clay Cane Registration Mark “Now I understand why so many of my earlier attempts at canes failed.” ~Jocelyn-C

Making Polymer Clay Canes the Size of a Dinner Plate, Not My Style

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Saturday, October 17th, 2009 in Cane Work | Comments (16)

Flower Cane

“I love how you make your canes small. That way if it doesn’t work out you don’t use up too much clay.” ~Catalina

Squared Off Polymer Clay Lentil Beads – An Accidental Design

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Sunday, October 11th, 2009 in Bead Shapes, Cane Work | Comments (8)

Squared Lentil Bead

“Every mistake I make, is immediately turned into swirl beads and they all please me.”
~Monica-D

Polymer Clay Tutorial | Always Pretty, Spliced Flower Cane Project

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Tuesday, October 6th, 2009 in Cane Work, Promotions | Comments (34)

Spliced Flower Cane

Vid #126: “It’s amazing just how many different patterns can come from one cane.” ~Lynn-W

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.

Wiring Polymer Clay Beads to be Used as Interchangeable Pendants

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Saturday, October 3rd, 2009 in Bead Projects | Comments (11)

Gerbera Flower Bead

“My biggest problem is figuring out how to put beads together in a finished project.”
~Anna-S

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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