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Polymer clay Sakura Tree Cane Tutorial
This technique incorporates the use of negative space. I added blue flecks of clay in the mix of cherry blossoms to make it look like sky behind the tree. I didn’t like the original tree because I didn’t think the … Continue reading
Polymer Clay Cane Mirror
I absolutely fell in love with these flower tile canes. I decided they would be the perfect canes for a mirror I bought several months ago. The fun part was baking the tiles first because then I could play around with … Continue reading
Polymer Clay Canework Lizards
I’ve been making lots of lizards for Christmas presents, so I’ve had plenty of time to take more pictures. The first steps to this lizard can be seen in the original post about seahorses. Put an indentation in it’s underside … Continue reading
How to make polymer clay crochet hooks that look like peppermint sticks!
Step 1: Choose which colors you would like in your peppermint sticks. (Use both pearl and white clay for a realistic candy effect) Step 2: Mix all the colors together so that the clay looks like marble. No matter how … Continue reading
DIY Gum Ball Machine Ornament Tutorial
Materials: -Glass ball ornament – If you want to add real candy or gum balls, make sure the opening is large enough (this one is large: 3 and 1/2 inches in diameter) -Candy, mimi gum balls, beads or clay balls … Continue reading
Polymer Clay Acorn Buttons
Polymer clay is perfect for making custom buttons. These acorn buttons can be made from just two colors of polymer clay bought at your local craft shop or online craft store. Just make sure to hand-wash your garments. For more … Continue reading
DIY Costume Dragon Claws
Imagine how much fun your little dragon, lizard, bird of prey or dinosaur will have this year, running around with custom-fit, polymer clay claws! I even used glow-in-the-dark fimo clay for the talons! I have lots of unique new projects … Continue reading
Polymer Clay Nesting Boxes
Canework is perfect for making nesting boxes! I love the way the pattern reduces down to the tiniest box! I’ve wanted to make nesting boxes for years, but if I covered pre-made boxes, then they didn’t fit together anymore. One … Continue reading
Student work
Today I received a wonderful surprise! One of my “students” (a lady whom I’ve never met but who works with my tutorials) sent me pictures of her creations. I was absolutely delighted to see how well they turned out. It’s … Continue reading
Polymer Clay Moravian Star Ornament
Last Friday I woke up and stopped into Polymer Clay Daily as I do most week days. Cynthia had featured a hollow bead trick using a paper armature. Oh no! I had to change my plans for the whole day! … Continue reading
