Tag Archives: polymer clay
Polymer Clay Custom Shank Buttons
Polymer clay is perfect for buttons! I like to use cane slices because you automatically end up with multiple matching buttons. The easiest way is to cut a generous slice and form holes with a tooth pick. These are from … Continue reading
Polymer clay sunflower magnet tutorial
Swirl up the colors, roll them into a log, and then fold them in half. Repeat this process until there are streaks of color running through the clay. Sunflowers tend to have a lot of petals and a large center. … Continue reading
Pictures in Polymer Clay
I love collaboration! This concept designs for these pictures are by my brother, illustrator Chris Newberg. Soft pastels will stick to clay, and when it’s finished baking, it doesn’t even have to be placed behind glass! You can crush chalk … Continue reading
The Power of Synthesis in the Creative Process
All the pieces of your next brilliant idea may be all around you at this very moment. All you need to do is to combine them in a meaningful way. This idea generator can be used in countless ways. It … Continue reading
Polymer clay earrings tutorial
I made these earrings for my roommate’s wedding. Sometimes simple is best. It took me a long time to figure out how to make a strong hook for the cane slice. I kept trying to slide a head … Continue reading
How to cut perfect polymer clay cane slices.
I adore making gorgeous polymer clay canes. I think I could make them for the rest of my life and be happy! Here is a list of some of the things I make with canes. There are also tutorials, unbaked … Continue reading
Polymer Clay Board Games
We have two days of polymer clay kids’ summer camp down. The students have been making 3D board games! I bought some white mat board and drew a basic board game template. The students came up with their own theme, … Continue reading
Polymer clay wine glass
For this wine glass, I place the clay right onto the glass. I tried to interlace the clay so that even if a little part detaches from the glass, it will all stay held together. Place … Continue reading
Free Polymer Clay Millefiori Cane Tutorials
I post these on my facebook page, but I wanted to assemble a few of the best all in one place. For more complex canes, please visit my etsy shop.
