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Polymer Dogwood Flower on a Vintage Silverware Pendant [Gallery]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, April 4th, 2011 in Inspiration | Comments (21)

Dogwood Flower Pendant “As though it was
plucked from an ancient
Dogwood tree, this rustic
sculpted flower pendant
is…” ~Cindy Lietz

Transform Vintage Silverware Into Decorative Jewelry [Spotlight]

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Wednesday, April 21st, 2010 in Feature Guests | Comments (29)

Polymer Clay Spoon Jewelry by Lupe Meter “Now all I have to do
is shop for some more
spoons… looks like I will be
hitting the antique stores
soon!” ~Lupe-M

Vol-022 Mar’2010 Back Issues Now Posted in Polymer Clay Library

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Sunday, April 4th, 2010 in Bead Projects, Bead Shapes, Cane Work, Techniques | Comments (15)

Polymer Clay Video Tutorials Volume 22

Video Tutorials:
Glowing Jellyroll
Cane; Polymer Clay
Buttons; Faux Opals;
Silver Spoon Bail:

Polymer Clay Tutorial | Silver Spoon Bails for Jewelry

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010 in Bead Projects | Comments (63)

Silver Spoon Bails for Polymer Clay Jewelry Video #149: “This really looks like an interesting technique that has a cool recycle thing going.” ~Sue-W

Up Next in Vol-022 | Glow Cane, Buttons, Faux Opals, Silverware

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Sunday, February 28th, 2010 in Bead Projects, Cane Work, Techniques | Comments (18)

Polymer Clay Library Volume-022 1: Glowing Cane
2: Clay Buttons
3: Faux Opals
4: Silver Spoon Bail

Silverware Jewelry Pendant Made with Polymer Clay Dogwood Flower

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Monday, February 15th, 2010 in Bead Projects | Comments (22)

Polymer Clay Silver Spoon Dogwood Pendant “I knew I was saving those spoons for a reason.” ~Linda-G

How to Make Polymer Clay Pendants with a Silver Spoon

Posted by Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz on Wednesday, May 21st, 2008 in Bead Projects, Inspiration, Tools | Comments (44)

Polymer Clay Pendants

Were you born with a Silver Spoon in your mouth? How about one around your neck?

A long time ago, I made wind chimes with old silverware. So did Doug’s dad (Doug is my hubby by the way). Recently his parents downsized to Read More→

Faux Wood Cane Video | Polymer Clay Tutorial Comments (6)
- Peggy says: Love working with faux wood, another wonderful gift. Willow you keep going like you are Mom and Dad are going to retire early and put...
  – Feb 09, 9:10 AM
- pattw35 says: This is wonderful ! So much better than using a wood grainer from Home Depot !! This is the real thing - soooooooooo useful !...
  – Feb 09, 9:03 AM
- pollyanna says: Another can't wait. This will be used in so many things.
  – Feb 09, 7:44 AM
Vol-044 Jan’2012 Back Issues | Polymer Clay Library Comments (26)
- Monique U says: Just saw your response earlier this morning, Doug. Had to turn in early last night (before midnight LOL). I remember Cindy writing about it more...
  – Feb 09, 2:59 AM
- Polymer Clay Tutor Doug Lietz says: Hi Monique... I just added a second photo above, with some info about the dimensions... it was me that snapped these shots :-)
  – Feb 08, 7:41 PM
- 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
Polymer Clay Sculpted Dogwood Flower Pendant Comments (8)
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Hi Brenda - Welcome to the community and thank you so much for taking the time to write those very kind words. Sharing feedback like...
  – Feb 08, 8:50 PM
- Brenda R says: Cindy, I have been doing crafts and art works for years. I’m 62 and just retired from my office job in December 2011. Last summer...
  – Feb 08, 5:36 PM
- Polymer Clay Tutor Cindy Lietz says: Beautiful quote Monique! Thanks for sharing!
  – Feb 08, 10:13 AM
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
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
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
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