{"id":4119,"date":"2009-05-15T03:05:14","date_gmt":"2009-05-15T10:05:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.beadsandbeading.com\/blog\/?p=4119"},"modified":"2009-05-14T17:17:24","modified_gmt":"2009-05-15T00:17:24","slug":"rhododendron-garden-art-inspiration-polymer-clay-beads","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beadsandbeading.com\/blog\/rhododendron-garden-art-inspiration-polymer-clay-beads\/4119\/","title":{"rendered":"Rhododendron Garden Art and Inspiration for Polymer Clay Beads"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Rhododendron<\/p>\n

Spring 2008 to Spring 2009 – Reminiscing:
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The rhodies (rhododendrons) are blooming again and it’s got me thinking about all that has happened here at this blog since the last time they bloomed. It’s hard to believe that at<\/span> this time last year, I was just finalizing the details for the May 28, 2008 launch of the Polymer Clay Bead Making for Beginners Course<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

It’s been exciting to have so many of you enjoying and learning from the course since then, and to be able to watch you grow as polymer clay artists.<\/span><\/p>\n

Hi Cindy, Your “Polymer Clay Bead Making for Beginners Course” is exceptional. I can’t agree more with all those who have said what a great teacher you are. And the presentation of the material you cover is easy to understand. The lighting in your studio is beyond professional. I have tried to learn another subject through tv video and the quality you have just wasn’t there. So I have an experience to compare to and you have it all. I have learned so much and now the fun begins to be able to play with the clay and make things happen. Of course I will need to refer to the tuts and their being available 24\/7 is such a plus, no waiting for the class to begin, it is only a click away.<\/span><\/p>\n

Also, your video library has so much more and I’m excited about trying out the recipe cards.\u00a0 It is difficult at times to come away from your blog. All these artists who willingly share their talents also are wonderful. Its like an extended family in the clay world. Sometime I hope to be able to contribute an experience but for now I will be there with questions as I share this experience with my twin granddaughters who will spend their summer vacation here in sunny Florida. Thank you, Cindy.<\/span><\/p>\n

~Joyce Folsom<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Seeing the Rhododendrons blooming again, also reminded me of the introduction of the polymer clay color palette series<\/a> which has now become so popular here at the blog and in the members library. It was those vibrant pink rhodo’s set against the bright green fern bushes, that inspired the whole color recipe concept.<\/span><\/p>\n

Speaking of the library, that is also something that got added as a service for members within the last 12 months. For those of you who do not yet know about the Polymer Clay Library<\/a>, it is a membership service where you can receive ongoing polymer clay tutorial videos and color mixing recipes pretty much every single week (4 per month).
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Here’s another comment that came in recently from Linda. She shares a very inspiring story about how the course and the library videos have had such a positive impact on her life. This one actually made me cry and it constantly reminds me of why I love to teach.<\/span><\/p>\n

I’m thrilled to have found your course! I had played with polymer clay for a short time a few years ago but set it aside. Your course has helped to ignite a passion, and I’m very grateful for the work you put into it, along with your blog and your library.<\/span><\/p>\n

You see, I had a stroke in 2001. I’m okay physically, but the depression can really get in the way. One day in February was unusually warm, and I decided to go out and run a few errands (which is sometimes difficult when depression rears its head). I stopped by our local Barnes and Noble to have a cup of coffee at the caf\u00e9, and of course I had to find a magazine to read while enjoying the coffee. PolymerCAFE jumped out at me. Reading it caused me to feel something I hadn’t experienced in a long time – enjoyment! When I got home, I googled polymer clay, and found your course. Cindy, I’m hooked! I’m a rank amateur, but the passion is there.<\/span><\/p>\n

This feeling – being passionate about something – is one I haven’t experienced in many years, and your work has played a big part. I simply cannot thank you enough. Serendipity is always such a wonderful surprise, and that\u2019s what happened – the warm weather, the magazine, your course. I never expected any of them, but together they have set me on a course that I’m thoroughly enjoying.<\/span><\/p>\n

What I love about your course (and your library videos) is your wonderful down-to-earth, chatting-with-a-friend attitude. Your depth of knowledge comes through, but it\u2019s in a quiet way that I appreciate. It leaves me feeling encouraged, not intimidated (as many experts often make me feel). Thank you so much for being there!<\/span><\/p>\n

~Linda Dube<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

It’s amazing how much we have all learned together this year. There are now over 100 tutorial videos that have been filmed and hundreds of polymer clay articles posted on the blog. Not to mention the thousands of comments and questions that have come in over this time!<\/span><\/p>\n

It’s funny how these pretty flowers could bring back so many memories of this past year like that. I love Spring, it always makes me reminisce about the past and look forward to the future.<\/span><\/p>\n

I’m excited for what will be coming up over the next 12 months. When the Rhodies bloom again next year, I know they’ll be many more great things to reminisce about.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\"Cindy\"Polymer<\/p>\n

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