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Polymer Clay Sculpted Dogwood Flower Pendant

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Monday, February 6th, 2012 in Inspiration | Comments (4)

Dogwood Pendant Necklace - Polymer Clay Tutor Gallery (10 pics): “These are just stunning. I can’t believe how real they look.” ~Elizabeth-S

Gemstone and Polymer Aurora Borealis Necklace

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz on Monday, January 9th, 2012 in Inspiration | Comments (15)

Gemstone Necklace - Polymer Clay Tutor Gallery (12 pics): “The strands were strung using gem stone chips in Obsidian, Garnet, Lapis Lazuli, Amethyst, Red Jasper and Green Aventurine.” ~Cindy Lietz

Morning Dew Polymer Clay Pendant with Swarovski Dangles [Gallery]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, August 2nd, 2010 in Inspiration | Comments (66)

Polymer Clay Blue Wildflower Pendant with Swarovski Crystals “Like a fresh
picked wildflower
still covered in dew.”
~Cindy Lietz

New Orbits – Faux Raku Polymer Clay Focal Bead Necklace [Gallery]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, May 27th, 2010 in Bead Projects | Comments (16)

Faux Raku Focal Bead Necklace by Cindy Lietz “Cindy, you
always send us
all scurrying back to our
clay areas with new ideas
to try. There’s just no end
to possibilities here, such
fun!” ~Joyce-M

Cirque de Cindy, Polymer Clay Circus Jewelry Necklace [Gallery]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, May 10th, 2010 in Bead Projects, Cane Work | Comments (36)

Polymer Clay Circus Theme Jewelry by Cindy Lietz “It was
surprising to see
how many different
beads resulted from the
same set of polymer clay
canes.” ~Cindy-L

Ivy Leaf Charm and Olive Bead Necklace… Baby Names [Vote]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Sunday, April 11th, 2010 in Bead Projects, Bead Shapes | Comments (33)

Ivy and Olive Necklace “I love the idea of the baby necklace… many nurses would love to have one made for the parents of their little patients.” ~Katina-K

Polymer Clay Jewelry for Men – Faux Bone Inlay Pendant Necklace

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Saturday, March 13th, 2010 in Bead Projects, Inspiration | Comments (12)

Faux Bone Inlaid Pendant for Men “That’s what I would like to get more of, ideas for male or unisex jewelry.” ~Ken-H

Mica Shift Polymer Clay Beads and SoftFlex Trios Beading Wire

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, November 30th, 2009 in Bead Projects, Supplies | Comments (10)

Trios Wire and Mica Shift Beads “Definitely would love more tutorials and ideas on wire jewelry designs.” ~Cheryl-H

Christmas Necklace Project Made with Wire Wrapped Polymer Clay Beads

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Saturday, October 10th, 2009 in Bead Projects | Comments (8)

Christmas Jewelry Necklace

“The great thing about Holly designs is they can be worn all winter by people of different cultures and faiths.” ~Anna-S

Claw Jewelry Necklace Made with a Unique Polymer Clay Pendant Bail

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Saturday, April 4th, 2009 in Feature Guests | Comments (11)

Crab Claw Pendant

Cool Idea for Stringing a Stone Crab Claw that Had No Hole:

Today’s picture was sent in by Donnie who’s bio goes something likes this… “I live in the Florida Keys with a beautiful view of the bay. We have lots of parrots, dogs, a couple of bunnies and Read More→

Number Jewelry Made with Metal Scrapbook Embellishments and Fimo

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, March 26th, 2009 in Bead Projects, Cane Work, Feature Guests | Comments (9)

Willow Number 12 Necklace

Combining Craft Supplies From Different Sources To Make Unique Handmade Jewelry:

Today’s post shows how to combine scrapbooking supplies not normally used with polymer clay, to make a cute number necklace for a 12 year old (my daughter). Read More→

Handmade Beaded Jewelry – A Polymer Clay Convertible Necklace

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, December 15th, 2008 in Bead Projects, Musings-News | Comments (11)

Convertible Jewelry Necklace

Making Jewelry Pieces That Can Be Worn In Several Different Ways:

It’s a good thing my mom doesn’t go online too much… or she would see what I’m giving her for Christmas (see photo). This convertable art jewelry can be worn in Read More→

Charm Jewelry Findings for Hanging Miniature Polymer Clay Sculptures

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Tuesday, September 2nd, 2008 in Bead Projects | Comments (8)

Charm Jewelry Findings

How to make charms out of your Fimo clay and Sculpey projects:

Q: I’m not sure if you can answer this, and I had no clue where to post it on the forums! For some reason, I seem to be unable to find any information to tell this Read More→

Rose Pendant Necklace – A Summer Polymer Clay Jewelry Making Project

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Thursday, August 7th, 2008 in Bead Projects, Bead Shapes, Techniques | Comments (12)

Polymer Clay Rose Pendant Necklace

Sculpted Fimo clay rose bead jewellery created with warm colors of the season:

The flowers are blooming. Birds are chirping. Time to make some beautiful summer rose jewelry inspired by the bright and sunny days here in Vancouver Read More→

Memorial Jewelry – How To Make Rose Petal Beads with Polymer Clay

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, August 4th, 2008 in Bead Projects, Techniques | Comments (27)

Your Questions Answered

1) Making keepsake memorial beads using flower petals from a loved one’s funeral.

2) Instructions on how to collect and dry the flowers and rose petals before mixing them into the Premo or Fimo polyclay for making keepsake jewelry Read More→

Faux Turquoise Jewelry Bracelet – Polymer Clay Bead Making Projects

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Sunday, August 3rd, 2008 in Bead Projects, Techniques, Tools | Comments (9)

Faux Turquoise Jewelry Bracelet

How to make turquoise beads look like real gemstones… Use Fimo clay:

Some polyclay techniques are just so darn fun.. like making turquoise faux jewelry beads for example. In this project, you’ll need some Fimo or Premo clay; black plus Read More→

Dragonfly Pendant Jewelry Necklace – Fimo Rubber Stamping Techniques

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Friday, August 1st, 2008 in Bead Projects, Bead Shapes, Techniques | Comments (12)

Dragon Fly Pendant Jewelry

Polymer clay instructions: How to transform an embarrassing Fimo pendant mistake, into a beautiful piece of dragonfly jewelry, inked with a rubber stamp design:

Sometimes mistakes can be a beautiful thing! Let me Read More→

Frosted Rainbow Flower Beads | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (85)
- pattw35 says: FYI - I have been reading quite a lot about Adirondack Alcohol Inks. Unfortunately, they fade when using heat. Pinata Inks do not. This may...
  – Feb 08, 8:21 AM
- 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
Vol-044 Jan’2012 Back Issues | Polymer Clay Library Comments (18)
- Monique U says: Karonkay: I zoomed in on a high resolution pic at the USDA website and was amazed at how intricate this "humble" little flower really is....
  – Feb 08, 8:02 AM
- 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
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
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