Comments on: The “Win-Some-Polymer-Clay-Beads” Giveaway Contest is Going Ahead

By: Cindy Lietz@Polymer Clay Bead Giveaway Contest Updates

Cindy Lietz@Polymer Clay Bead Giveaway Contest Updates — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 17:01:28 +0000

Hi Stephanie – The contest is well underway and Volume-014 is the back issue to focus on. The topics include: Jupiter Beads, Faux Raku Smooth, Faux Raku Crackle, Torn Clay Watercolor Technique. The link by my name will bring you right up to date with all the latest contest happenings. Looking forward to receiving your contest photo entries.

By: Stephanie Bargelski

Stephanie Bargelski — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 09:05:18 +0000

When does the contest start and what volume?? Can’t wait!!!

By: lynn watts

lynn watts — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 06:35:37 +0000

Yes I have been into the clay for YEARS, when we lived in North Carolina I first started out making dough from bread dough,coloring with paint and made roses with that. Then I came across polymer clay and bought Nan Roche first book she put out. It all started there and it was withFimo and quick mix. Then I found Sculpey 3. Soon I learned I liked Fimo and Kato better for cane making especially if it held images inside. I have alot of things I have printed from online that some people have shared that they have done. Alot has been from my own experimenting. It really feels sooooooooooooo good to know that there is someone out there that cares. Thanks Again. Yes Peggy you can contact Cindy for my e-mail. I deeply appreciate your kindness to want to just talk or maybe really become friends. I really love the clay, but anymore if I do not have someone asking me to make them something I just am at a loss to what to do next. As you and I communicate back and forth you will see excatly what I am up against really. Lynn

By: Peggy

Peggy — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 08:31:46 +0000

@lynn watts: Lynn, Never thought for a moment you sounded selfish and as I read your post I see that is the last thing you would ever be. I admire you for taking care of your mother. There are a lot of people that are not able to give that kind of love even to their own family. I pray you stay strong and the day will come you might be able to join Cindy’s tutors. I am also so happy you have the strength to grab the life lines thrown and I absolutely love Carolyn’s friends advice with the hug. The Uuuugggs that I sign off with are also a hug. This is a hug my Grandchildren give me when I am hurting too much for them to squeeze on me. Just know we care for all our family here in the blog.

I assume since you participate in the blog you do get to work with polymer clay? If so I hope you can go to that place of peacefullness like so many of us when you are working with it.

If you would like a friend to talk to about anything or nothing I would be happy to contact CIndy and have her send you my email address. Hope we see you often here at the blog.
Love and Uuuuuuuuggggggggs, Peggy

By: lynn watts

lynn watts — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 06:42:32 +0000

@Peggy,@Catalina,@Carolyn,@Cindy, Thank-You All for the wonderful things you said. I did not mean to sound selfish or mean,about not being able to participate in the contest. I just needed a reason to feel alive and worth something. I can not join the Library cuz I take care of my Mom that is a lung cancer survivor and I have to have money for gas to and from my home to hers. We are on a limited budget and I have to make the money stretch. Again thank-you so much for reeling me in and hanging on so I did not sink back down again. I send my love and HUGS to you all. Lynn

By: carolyn

carolyn — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 02:54:37 +0000

@lynn watts: Lynn – a couple days ago a friend sent me an email. She knew I was ‘down’ from missing Don so much. She told me to do something that I’d like to tell you to do: Put your right hand on your left shoulder. Now put your left hand on your right shoulder. Now squeeze … that was a hug from me … did you feel it? From someone who knows physical pain on a constant basis and now has almost unbearable pain in her heart … yet, I know better days are ahead … yes, some of them are already here. The Bible says: Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning. Jesus brings us that joy when we trust him to carry our burdens – no matter what they are. Knowing we are loved makes all the difference … and you will find, as I have, that ‘Cindy’s Group’ is loving above all. I thank God daily for bringing her [and her great teaching talent] into my life. It has helped me overcome so much. And, smushing that clay even seems to help the arthritis and fibromyalgia. Hang in there, Lynn … there will be ‘mornings’ for you!

By: Catalina

Catalina — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 02:43:16 +0000

Lynn, I hope you are doing better. Let those around you help in any way. We here can help, too. We can listen, give inspiration, ideas, and a big cyber HUG! I learn alot just by reading here as well a watching the videos. I don’t always get to try the techniques right away, or post everyday, but I know everyone here is amazing! A very positive group who all want the very best for everyone. Hang in there and reach out, if you like, we are here for you!! And most of all SMILE! :)

By: Cindy Lietz@I Can Only Imagine, Lynn's Song for Jackie-N

Cindy Lietz@I Can Only Imagine, Lynn's Song for Jackie-N — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 23:52:48 +0000

Peggy – Thank you for your caring and compassion towards Lynn. She has shared information with me off line, about some of the trials and tribulations in her life… and I know she will appreciate you reaching out to her. You have friends Lynn.

By: Peggy

Peggy — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 21:55:29 +0000

@lynn watts: I feel so selfish. I speed read through this blog to get an idea of what is happening an skim right over yours which is right above me in my face. I was re-reading this section today an you caught me. I am so sorry for whatever your loss was and the fact that you have been reaching out and not received a life line thrown your way is disastrous. This group has been there for so many so often. I know it is coming way late but I would love to throw you a line and have you grab on. You need not give any detail if you do not wish, just know someone is there if you need and want. I hope you stay around to read and keep up with the blog even if you do not decide to join at this time to include yourself in the contest. You might just get another line or two thrown your way and I don’t want you to miss that. Besides maybe if not this time you will decide later when things are a little better to join.

Polymer Clay has given so many of us a calm a soothing place to go when we need it most. I know it has me. I suffer from a number of illnesses and am in a lot of pain all the time. But when I am able to hide in my craft room and tune into my PC if just for a short while, I can leave all that behind me.

Type in Alexa in the top left hand corner of this page on the google search. It will show you some blogs that will better explain what I mean.

Cindy’s Tuts are so much more than learning a PC technique. We are a family here and I feel we watch out for each other. I just apologize for not watching close enough to pick up on your needs. Lynn, you are in my prayers and I hope you will stay around for a long time. I know as long as Cindy keeps giving I will keep soaking it up. She really is the best PC teacher I have found. She gives her all not for herself but for us. Hope to see your name show up on future blogs,
Love and Uuuuuuuuuuuuggggggggggs, Peggy part of the best PC family on the internet or anywhere!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By: Cindy Lietz@Bead Giveaway Updates

Cindy Lietz@Bead Giveaway Updates — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:42 +0000

Update #3 has just been posted in this Bead Giveaway article series. Click on the link by my name for more info.