I tend to save things. My minimalist kids would say I save too many things. I like to think of it as being practical. I might need them for a project someday. A bunch of cute little blue bottles somehow accumulated … Continue reading →
Using polymer clay is the last variation I plan to do with inspiration from my original photo. Choosing a photo and then seeing how many ways it inspires you to express your creativity using various mediums is a great way to … Continue reading →
One of our granddaughters, our little Songbird, is celebrating her fourth birthday. She is fascinated with the alphabet and is quickly learning the sounds the letters make as well as learning how to write each letter. Because she loves necklaces, I thought … Continue reading →
Last week we were invited to share a clay workshop with a group of pre-teen girls and their teachers at church. They all had a great time learning how to work with polymer clay to make some pendants. Since our desire … Continue reading →
While making some jewelry pendants from polymer clay, I got side-tracked into looking for things I could make textures with in the clay to enhance my designs. The more things I tried, the more fun the challenge became. I’m sure … Continue reading →
After several very late nights, the dress-up apron for the Snow Queen’s little sister, Anna, is finished just in time for Christmas. In case you missed it, here is the link to the dress-up apron for Elsa. I made the apron for … Continue reading →
Yesterday I shared with you the dress-up aprons I made for the granddaughters to play Elsa, the Snow Queen from the movie Frozen. I decided they also needed some accessories for their outfits. First of all, I tried making gloves. I’ve never made … Continue reading →
Some months ago I came across the term “cane” in reference to clay. Curiosity lead me to “just google it” as my grandson would say when he was about three and I did not know the answer to one of … Continue reading →
I had a great time making beads and sweets with the clay (here), but I found my niche when I started sculpting with it. I wanted to make something for my kids and had seen a cute clay figure of … Continue reading →
I have often looked down the isle at the craft store displaying clay and sculpting supplies and wondered where to start. I’ve even watched a few videos online about various techniques. Learning how to make things using this meduim has … Continue reading →