tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-44637367854947960502024-03-13T08:02:04.430-04:00Polymer Clay PolyzinepcPolyzine - An online magazine-style portal featuring free tutorials and articles of interest for the polymer clay community.Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.comBlogger219125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-66341840604913065002023-05-07T17:42:00.002-04:002023-05-07T17:42:23.426-04:00Letter from the Editor: May 2023<p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Even though May is here and the kiddos are almost out of school for the summer, there are always polymer clay events to help you relax!</span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=s200" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 0em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="200" data-original-width="200" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=w200-h200" width="100" /></a></div>Here are some upcoming events throughout the month:<br /><br />On May 11<span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><sup>th</sup></span>, Michael's is offering a <a href="https://www.shawlocal.com/daily-chronicle/local-events/#!/details/Polymer-Clay-Workshop/11904148/2023-05-11T18" target="_blank">Polymer Clay Workshop</a> in DeKalb, IL where you'll learn to create your own unique pieces of jewelry, key chains, or charms.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br />If you happen to be in the Ft. Lauderdale, FL area on May 15<span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><sup>th</sup></span>, join the <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/polymer-clay-jewelry-workshop-tickets-628578333717" target="_blank">Polymer Clay Jewelry Workshop</a>!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Do you have an upcoming event you'd like us to share? Send us an <a href="mailto:publisher@pcpolyzine.com" target="_blank">email</a> or connect with us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pcPolyzine" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/pcpolyzine?lang=en" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, or through <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pcpolyzine/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and let us know!</div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><b><i><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<![endif]--></i></b><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>We continue to search for a new editor/owner of pcPolyzine. Please feel free to reach out to us for more information or if you have questions.</i></b></p></div></span>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-75523362301625250522023-05-07T17:42:00.001-04:002023-05-07T17:42:18.067-04:00Tips & Tricks: Clean-up<p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">In this edition of the pcPolyzine Beginner's Corner, we'll share some easy ways to keep your tools and clay clean!</span></p><a name='more'></a><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-e5Uti8OfPRg/YG0WO_auOWI/AAAAAAAABTY/RGWUYZEtqpMtDiyrsfcucUXBOlac1rIYQCLcBGAsYHQ/s429/Tips_cropped.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="429" data-original-width="356" height="200" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-e5Uti8OfPRg/YG0WO_auOWI/AAAAAAAABTY/RGWUYZEtqpMtDiyrsfcucUXBOlac1rIYQCLcBGAsYHQ/w166-h200/Tips_cropped.jpg" width="166" /></a></div></span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">As much as we all try, there's always that time when something lands on our clay piece or an unexpected smidgen of another color shows up in our light colored work. As annoying as it can be, here are a few tips and tricks to keep your tools and clay clean!</span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><b>Tools</b></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><b><br /></b><div><i style="font-weight: bold;"><b>Baby Wipes:</b></i><b style="font-style: italic;"> </b><span>Probably the most useful thing you can keep in your studio is baby wipes. Many brands will do the job, but try to find ones that don't leave behind strings or fibers. Your clay machine and all your tools can be cleaned quickly using baby wipes.</span> <i> </i></div></span></span></div><div><i style="font-family: arial; font-weight: bold;"><b><br /></b></i></div><div><i style="color: black; font-family: arial; font-weight: bold;"><b>Hand Sanitizer:</b><span style="font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;"> This ones is for your hands! After working with clay, many times there's a leftover residue. Sometimes it's even pigment (I'm not pointing fingers, but red clay!). The good news is that alcohol-based hand sanitizer helps to break down the polymer clay so it comes off your hands. Use the sanitizer and wipe the residue off with a paper towel. Follow by washing with soap and water. </span></i></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i style="font-weight: bold;"><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div>White Scrap Clay:</i><b style="font-style: italic;"> </b>Sometimes we just miss a small amount of clay in our clay machines -- it happens! To help reduce the chances of a missed piece of clay getting mixed into your light colors, run a scrap piece of white clay through your machine a few times on various settings to collect those random leftovers.</span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b><br /></b></i></span></span></span></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Clay</span></b></div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><i><b>Rubbing Alcohol:</b></i> Have you ever noticed a speck of a different color clay that just showed up on your work. Or maybe it was a random fiber that just appeared. Keep rubbing alcohol and cotton swabs in your studio to target the area and quickly clean it. <br /></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b>Tweezers:</b></i> This one may take a little practice, but you can also remove unwanted hairs or fibers from your polymer clay work with tweezers. Be careful not to leave an impression on your clay as you remove things though. </span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b>Knife (or other pointed tool):</b></i> A knife is the same way—be careful. But sometimes you need a pointed end to specifically lift things up that have made their way onto your clay. </span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b>Tape:</b></i> And of course you can use tape! Gently press a piece of tape over the area where you're trying to remove debris and then pull it up. Do be cautious with this approach—tape can easily remove your foil or other embellishments. </span></span></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Have other great ideas, tips, or tricks? Share them with us through </span><a href="mailto: publisher@pcpolyzine.com" style="color: black; font-family: arial;">email</a><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> or through social media on </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/pcPolyzine/" style="color: black; font-family: arial;" target="_blank">Facebook</a><span style="font-family: arial;">, </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/pcpolyzine/" style="color: black; font-family: arial;" target="_blank">Instagram</a><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">, and </span><a href="https://twitter.com/pcpolyzine?lang=en" style="color: black; font-family: arial;" target="_blank">Twitter</a><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">!</span></div>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-50937760891635935962023-03-05T17:26:00.004-05:002023-03-05T17:26:18.585-05:00Letter from the Editor: March 2023<p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">The March weather might be temperamental, but there are always upcoming polymer clay events to keep you busy!</span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=s200" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 0em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="200" data-original-width="200" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=w200-h200" width="100" /></a></div>Here are some upcoming events throughout the month:<br /><br />On March 7th, join instructor Lisa Krasnow in New Haven, CT for a Jewelry Maker Meetup. 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<![endif]--><p class="MsoNormal">We continue to search for a new editor/owner of pcPolyzine. Please feel free to reach out to us for more information or if you have questions.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p></div></span>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-3499085786963816522023-03-05T17:24:00.000-05:002023-03-05T17:24:53.037-05:00Polymer Clay Symposium 2023<p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">It's almost time for the Polymer Clay Symposium 2023!</span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWrOFmgHaY3FLLFopeuZa7MVs97me7NjslFrp_V8V2PIN7i039eCiH15ZU7jMxobsYWWhT_il1f6Sj4QGSzKCIYwho_vEG92vs8sYJtQWnh_ceg2uHj7Lgt1iOzZgIZU4pO9GXMLZIGbPgxRs_83plFItxUTg7_vbTG0t5tqaXaJEJuqHA8wZIvsSP/s1024/polymer%20clay%20symposium.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="268" data-original-width="1024" height="84" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWrOFmgHaY3FLLFopeuZa7MVs97me7NjslFrp_V8V2PIN7i039eCiH15ZU7jMxobsYWWhT_il1f6Sj4QGSzKCIYwho_vEG92vs8sYJtQWnh_ceg2uHj7Lgt1iOzZgIZU4pO9GXMLZIGbPgxRs_83plFItxUTg7_vbTG0t5tqaXaJEJuqHA8wZIvsSP/s320/polymer%20clay%20symposium.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Held annually, the Polymer Clay Symposium is an online event designed to bring polymer clay artists together to show the latest techniques in Polymer Clay. During the symposium, participants will be able to learn from artists around the world including ones from the US, Canada, Brazil, and Europe to name a few.</span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">This year, the Polymer Clay Symposium will be held online from Friday, March 17 through Friday March 24. And the best part...<a href="https://www.polymerclaysymp.com/#register" target="_blank">registration is FREE</a>!<br /><br /></div></div></div>During the event, you can learn from various artists by following the workshop tracks:</span><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Polymer Clay Jewelry</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Polymer Clay New Trends</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Polymer Clay Sculpting</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Polymer Clay Surface Design</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Polymer Clay Mixed Media</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Friends of Polymer Clay</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Polymer Clay Canes</span></li></ul><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Through this event, you will be inspired on all things polymer clay. You will be educated on different techniques and new trends. And you will be able to learn and discuss the industry, products, and changes. </span></div></div>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-65946883235630979822023-03-05T17:23:00.000-05:002023-03-05T17:23:52.340-05:00Tips & Tricks: Foils<p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">In this edition of the pcPolyzine Beginner's Corner, we'll share some different ways to use foil with your polymer clay projects!</span></p><a name='more'></a><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-e5Uti8OfPRg/YG0WO_auOWI/AAAAAAAABTY/RGWUYZEtqpMtDiyrsfcucUXBOlac1rIYQCLcBGAsYHQ/s429/Tips_cropped.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="429" data-original-width="356" height="200" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-e5Uti8OfPRg/YG0WO_auOWI/AAAAAAAABTY/RGWUYZEtqpMtDiyrsfcucUXBOlac1rIYQCLcBGAsYHQ/w166-h200/Tips_cropped.jpg" width="166" /></a></div></span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Incorporating foils into your polymer clay work adds color, texture, and so much shine! And there are countless ways to use foil to create a unique and eye-catching piece of art. Here are a few of our favorites:</span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK-xM7evTKxTjDTuR6n6jCtzWsmpj8fWh_Ry4XA2B4qdm16XpXRrjn7EmIGrT3iMH2uYuSzNi1BQ8Bpl5yMaFnhjSwo9F1P0FSzn3X_BunDU8WWLQI04DsRVh14xNwNK9gnxkdy4QVql1fANov0bCu32WUP_nJHyv_03sRFsLNY-AV-F4sjPLjVF38/s1481/pixelcut-export-1678053250423.png" style="clear: right; display: inline; float: right; font-family: arial; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1437" data-original-width="1481" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK-xM7evTKxTjDTuR6n6jCtzWsmpj8fWh_Ry4XA2B4qdm16XpXRrjn7EmIGrT3iMH2uYuSzNi1BQ8Bpl5yMaFnhjSwo9F1P0FSzn3X_BunDU8WWLQI04DsRVh14xNwNK9gnxkdy4QVql1fANov0bCu32WUP_nJHyv_03sRFsLNY-AV-F4sjPLjVF38/w200-h194/pixelcut-export-1678053250423.png" width="100" /></a><div><i style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;"><b>Place on top:</b></i><b style="font-style: italic;"> </b>Probably the easiest way to use foil in your polymer clay art is to lay it on top of your clay. This could be done in one big <span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">sheet/section, or you can cut small pieces and arrange them on your clay to create patterns. You should burnish the foil once it's in place to ensure it holds.</span></span> <i> </i></div></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpkNhe_s1wJ5S6MjbJ5VUHR-SUfgCWHSwdPiVb-EL88puTgkJ7W8AZ8k0tgcB1BlAs2TlVhu6bDiqNIN1GGseCLp-CZ6wtsP0fyy2wrSlB9VV1g4NUF6s1qiPz3umdVh0RFeXDkIPzBX2vAlkBdp2HunbA7wPaCFBke2UnlncmKWQU3zuhdIJuZI7k/s1447/pixelcut-export-1678053280637.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1447" data-original-width="1425" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpkNhe_s1wJ5S6MjbJ5VUHR-SUfgCWHSwdPiVb-EL88puTgkJ7W8AZ8k0tgcB1BlAs2TlVhu6bDiqNIN1GGseCLp-CZ6wtsP0fyy2wrSlB9VV1g4NUF6s1qiPz3umdVh0RFeXDkIPzBX2vAlkBdp2HunbA7wPaCFBke2UnlncmKWQU3zuhdIJuZI7k/w197-h200/pixelcut-export-1678053280637.png" width="100" /></a></div><i style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;"><b><div><i style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;"><b>Crackle:</b><span style="font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;"> Again, start with a piece of conditioned clay and place a piece of foil on the top. Gently roll the clay and foil through your pasta machine or with your acrylic roller to thin the sheet of clay. While it thins, it also crackles the foil for a gorgeous effect!</span></i></div><div><i style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;"><b><br /></b></i></div><div><i style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;"><b><br /></b></i></div><div><i style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;"><b><br /></b></i><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpuQ0Dk354ujBBaBo_zPEAAjyeI5ZzmNOAp-mDELnnizBxAFoD3ijbTBWdneh5kRsyPDKc4B3nDRsB7fGm01PYlcs8JtfkZwOi9rRwfuSr7RfPaHLddyQfSY2JpF8NGtGMrTKmZMuU8At3srJ5hVS2rMtCjZ763K6hfzEvPa8w_UxuWaYD5xUD5nyn/s1514/pixelcut-export-1678053303012.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1514" data-original-width="1422" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpuQ0Dk354ujBBaBo_zPEAAjyeI5ZzmNOAp-mDELnnizBxAFoD3ijbTBWdneh5kRsyPDKc4B3nDRsB7fGm01PYlcs8JtfkZwOi9rRwfuSr7RfPaHLddyQfSY2JpF8NGtGMrTKmZMuU8At3srJ5hVS2rMtCjZ763K6hfzEvPa8w_UxuWaYD5xUD5nyn/w188-h200/pixelcut-export-1678053303012.png" width="100" /></a></div></div>Removing some foil:</b></i><b style="font-style: italic;"> </b>Just as before when you're placing your foil onto the clay, you can take it a step further and add texture and design by using a texture sheet or stamp. You may like it just the way it is. Or you can selectively remove parts of the foil to expose the clay again. To do this, simply place a piece of clear office tape on the parts of foil you'd like to remove. Gently pull the tape back up and watch the magic happen!</div></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b><br /></b></i></span></span></div></span></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibmwhkqHDEg2aa02MQjatKZrcUefAod8RqAd6gglyTeZ-8yQiVrueeQ1_Q4EhN_bIhuLnmNXtOfEL11uxt6GUt24DP2nAw5Te67L_Lp8iebxr8Y0l4X791XTZVJvvbzDK5144rGHGgV8pjpFXIDENytj-7_qFT2jvlCiKf5TLvD77kQpOeL0o4LZKY/s2154/20230305_154216.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2154" data-original-width="1383" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibmwhkqHDEg2aa02MQjatKZrcUefAod8RqAd6gglyTeZ-8yQiVrueeQ1_Q4EhN_bIhuLnmNXtOfEL11uxt6GUt24DP2nAw5Te67L_Lp8iebxr8Y0l4X791XTZVJvvbzDK5144rGHGgV8pjpFXIDENytj-7_qFT2jvlCiKf5TLvD77kQpOeL0o4LZKY/w128-h200/20230305_154216.jpg" width="78" /></a></div><i><b>Foil & Inks:</b></i> To take your crackle foil look one more step further, you can then drop different colored alcohol inks on your crackled clay slab to dye the clay and create brand new color schemes! <br /></span></span></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Have other great ideas, tips, or tricks? Share them with us through </span><a href="mailto: publisher@pcpolyzine.com" style="color: black; font-family: arial;">email</a><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> or through social media on </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/pcPolyzine/" style="color: black; font-family: arial;" target="_blank">Facebook</a><span style="font-family: arial;">, </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/pcpolyzine/" style="color: black; font-family: arial;" target="_blank">Instagram</a><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">, and </span><a href="https://twitter.com/pcpolyzine?lang=en" style="color: black; font-family: arial;" target="_blank">Twitter</a><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">!</span></div>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-23103302072264116542023-02-11T16:55:00.001-05:002023-02-11T16:55:40.165-05:00Letter from the Editor: February 2023<p> <span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">February is here! Time to celebrate! </span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=s200" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 0em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="200" data-original-width="200" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=w200-h200" width="100" /></a></div>February is the time to celebrate! Valentine's Day...Mardi Gras...and many, many more. How about celebrating with polymer clay? Here are some upcoming events throughout the month:<br /><br />For those of you who are in the Stuart, FL area, check out the <a href="https://stuart.macaronikid.com/events/63cc596575a3a343a7f313cf/polymer-clay-roses-at-robert-morgade-library" target="_blank">Polymer Clay Roses</a> workshop that will be held on February 15, 2023.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br />Are you near Hammonton, NJ? On February 16<span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><sup>th</sup></span>, join the Kramer Hall staff and learn how to <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/create-polymer-clay-heart-jewelry-tickets-532222922087" target="_blank">Create Polymer Clay Heart Jewelry</a>. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://www.exploreasheville.com/event-calendar/detail/art-%26-craft-workshop%3A-keep-on-rolling-with-polymer-clay!/41148/" target="_blank">Keep on Rolling with Polymer Clay</a> in Asheville, NC on February 18<span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><sup>th</sup></span>. Artist Robyn Crawford will take you deeper into the magical medium of polymer clay!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">If you're in the Kiawah Island, SC area on February 19<span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><sup>th</sup></span>, you can choose from a rainbow of colored clays to <a href="https://kiawahresort.com/event/polymer-clay/2023-02-19/" target="_blank">create several projects</a>—jewelry dishes, hair clips, pins, and small sculptures are just the beginning! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Does learning how to making your your own earrings sound fun? Are you in the Oklahoma City, OK area? Join the Oklahoma History Center on February 25<span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><sup>th</sup></span> to learn how to <a href="https://www.okhistory.org/calendar/event/retro-clay-earrings-workshop/" target="_blank">Make Your Own Retro Earrings</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Do you have an upcoming event you'd like us to share? Send us an <a href="mailto:publisher@pcpolyzine.com" target="_blank">email</a> or connect with us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pcPolyzine" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/pcpolyzine?lang=en" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, or through <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pcpolyzine/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and let us know!</div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<![endif]--><p class="MsoNormal">We continue to search for a new editor/owner of pcPolyzine. Please feel free to reach out to us for more information or if you have questions.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p></div></span>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-65070011969422165142023-02-11T16:55:00.000-05:002023-02-11T16:55:34.945-05:00Retro Cane Slab<p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">This month, we're showing you how to make a retro cane with your extruder that you can use for all kinds of projects!</span></p><a name='more'></a><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: left;">This easy-to-do cane slab is really brining back some retro vibes! You can use this slab to cover glass containers, make jewelry, or anything else your heart desires. The colors are up to you!</span></div></span><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><b><i>What you'll need:</i></b></span></p><p></p><ul><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Clay machine </span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Black clay (3/4 block)</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Silver clay (1/2 block)<br /></span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Tissue blade<br /></span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Clay extruder<br /></span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Extruder disk (with 1 circle/hole)</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">1/4" - 1/2" circle cutter</span></li></ul><p><b style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Directions:</b><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br />1. Condition 1/2 block of your black clay until soft with the final pass through the machine on the largest setting. Place your conditioned clay flat on your work surface. </span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: right;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBdy4Mh39joc8NoerZlEoOqqqEv1IwyqH8Wpt_oBWr-OLmkdPyNqqzxw6umftHge03kV46eiYGQNyTbVfVvkRIYKVeCxmSs3vvR4xsCr4Y7LoxaokNavInRB-FJZ8Gy9DM6T1qy9plhgI0GdwdV4Ew4wYLDS4JIep09gL8-c49sp2sVV29nuuYDNs8/s2457/1.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1601" data-original-width="2457" height="131" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBdy4Mh39joc8NoerZlEoOqqqEv1IwyqH8Wpt_oBWr-OLmkdPyNqqzxw6umftHge03kV46eiYGQNyTbVfVvkRIYKVeCxmSs3vvR4xsCr4Y7LoxaokNavInRB-FJZ8Gy9DM6T1qy9plhgI0GdwdV4Ew4wYLDS4JIep09gL8-c49sp2sVV29nuuYDNs8/w200-h131/1.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><br /><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">2. </span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Condition the remaining 1/4 block of your black clay until soft with the final pass through the machine on the 3rd largest setting. Place your conditioned clay to the side.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><p></p><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">3. Condition 1/2 block of your silver clay until soft with the final pass through the machine on the largest setting. Place your conditioned clay flat on your work surface.</span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTMRumrJv1yxIZWcigOw33nnI5MbD1Vx1b306NimSD4lm-IHwqJXCvfY4dTO1BLxi0vF95tSRRPELacTwYsscHMFP6zEgZqxeZeOejI3xqUEY_Gzjv8_dNLN5HB2WtiW_1qZe75oU7vjAk2nO8BAoJuMfxXUUE9x4jjDg1bFi3jQ51MHK4T2CKIYjk/s3000/2.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1798" data-original-width="3000" height="120" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTMRumrJv1yxIZWcigOw33nnI5MbD1Vx1b306NimSD4lm-IHwqJXCvfY4dTO1BLxi0vF95tSRRPELacTwYsscHMFP6zEgZqxeZeOejI3xqUEY_Gzjv8_dNLN5HB2WtiW_1qZe75oU7vjAk2nO8BAoJuMfxXUUE9x4jjDg1bFi3jQ51MHK4T2CKIYjk/w200-h120/2.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div>4. Using your circle cutter, cut as many circles out of each color clay—we got approximately 20 circles of each (black and silver).</span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></span></div><div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkaTFzi2oSMtn1bVWuT-5ULKCwOALi4ocxelmyhO9dzoROzXJRa11tfvFJftLqh688j2MsyO7BiMs2epeI4BSvvj4FOlhDt1DABM40aUyvy5fdyTwKY7_7Nz5xDiqyUmuXbE0a9x0lcpk4GQ2LySkStExDd5D7ruU2Kh5x5CFulSsKQaUqxJoi66TX/s2259/3.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="843" data-original-width="2259" height="74" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkaTFzi2oSMtn1bVWuT-5ULKCwOALi4ocxelmyhO9dzoROzXJRa11tfvFJftLqh688j2MsyO7BiMs2epeI4BSvvj4FOlhDt1DABM40aUyvy5fdyTwKY7_7Nz5xDiqyUmuXbE0a9x0lcpk4GQ2LySkStExDd5D7ruU2Kh5x5CFulSsKQaUqxJoi66TX/w200-h74/3.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span style="text-align: left;">5. Alternating colors, stack clay circles until you have a log roughly the length of your extruder (not longer). </span></div></div><div><br /></div><div><i>Note: you many want to gently press the circles together once in a while to help prevent air bubbles between the layers.</i><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div>6. Load into the extruder and insert the extruder disk that has one circle cut out in the middle. </div></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieUg13m-NPFVlaoA7XDF8H_zqyP_SInVY1gbFeCj_QMNf3ov8stPmSxXAeNPlrK1rWhO3Xj601Tim72VTq-yw-hUOrpA2gRVFeCPGp2URcbLVWliRWOEyX6z3dOHpBhlg-lxiRHMIGo5AkYC7DXY2Jo-hcwpK3LF0MjmxzROD0RE7c0MSs-tsca-dU/s2960/4.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1405" data-original-width="2960" height="95" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieUg13m-NPFVlaoA7XDF8H_zqyP_SInVY1gbFeCj_QMNf3ov8stPmSxXAeNPlrK1rWhO3Xj601Tim72VTq-yw-hUOrpA2gRVFeCPGp2URcbLVWliRWOEyX6z3dOHpBhlg-lxiRHMIGo5AkYC7DXY2Jo-hcwpK3LF0MjmxzROD0RE7c0MSs-tsca-dU/w200-h95/4.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div>7. Extrude the entire amount of clay. Cut off with tissue blade when you've reached the end of the clay. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgAHhD31kH46D1p9PqxcrH9AfcaDiWvgDTWPipCja8OZjNeWAC6ABoMvGuFiSBiPYEnU_Cj0kOOqYLrx9jMwZ8tlEHy6-iORAPAbGqquk0NOvGKeJDXqLLATGhtqzYE8nZe5-MbSFL8Vjmck-19O4AlGKeX9Lu4uzYw9o93qKFVw0KVkqXSNh2Ub6J/s2056/6.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2056" data-original-width="1955" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgAHhD31kH46D1p9PqxcrH9AfcaDiWvgDTWPipCja8OZjNeWAC6ABoMvGuFiSBiPYEnU_Cj0kOOqYLrx9jMwZ8tlEHy6-iORAPAbGqquk0NOvGKeJDXqLLATGhtqzYE8nZe5-MbSFL8Vjmck-19O4AlGKeX9Lu4uzYw9o93qKFVw0KVkqXSNh2Ub6J/w190-h200/6.jpg" width="190" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div>8. You should now have a clay rope. Cut this rope evenly until you have 16 small sections of the same length.</span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCIiVe474P0zncAVa5e4gNgcRg_R7IydzwsBBzwzmByhY5ljn9dwV2CrgKF30jfv7ILupEsLuHGSy8NsLkLFzQafhqSJBW5Nap_6-fT-1b6JrxqtglXV-SdPy5zMde3r_8oFzgg7WNroFNark2MYVzaNkIC3-3hvNxrCOQhP3EPJ6q9hrZjdL_XHz9/s989/7.1.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="927" data-original-width="989" height="188" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCIiVe474P0zncAVa5e4gNgcRg_R7IydzwsBBzwzmByhY5ljn9dwV2CrgKF30jfv7ILupEsLuHGSy8NsLkLFzQafhqSJBW5Nap_6-fT-1b6JrxqtglXV-SdPy5zMde3r_8oFzgg7WNroFNark2MYVzaNkIC3-3hvNxrCOQhP3EPJ6q9hrZjdL_XHz9/w200-h188/7.1.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div>9. Stack the clay ropes 4 across and 4 high—gently press them together to ensure they adhere, but not so hard that they become distorted.</span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMTDcv4ntuXO577LpsqmVycurjSKAWU_P84oLn96_xxhv2JtZtWAdszHyTuHy1wneiICob-Wd0yMkQDtyojE4HLssl7JVuBhYdSw0nCnke2t18zxWQxHx5qRCHU2n_-LcJshJFYCJm3lwnnbstZePJJ1plY5039hXpMddyWkE7-DPzzkRxnifplzfs/s1416/7.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="752" data-original-width="1416" height="106" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMTDcv4ntuXO577LpsqmVycurjSKAWU_P84oLn96_xxhv2JtZtWAdszHyTuHy1wneiICob-Wd0yMkQDtyojE4HLssl7JVuBhYdSw0nCnke2t18zxWQxHx5qRCHU2n_-LcJshJFYCJm3lwnnbstZePJJ1plY5039hXpMddyWkE7-DPzzkRxnifplzfs/w200-h106/7.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div>10. Gently press/roll your 4x4 cane into either a rectangle or cylinder—your choice—we created a rectangle. </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc3inL2PQhLmMgjG8voOGXg6mAWlFcZOyfxCKFIFY_mV6FZtmVms5jIsL0r6s7FU5JauV-J0pMit1d4O79Omtc77_YH9EPFcfuoQA2LIwpmaKO7ANkiKB3uMXAoA9lt7DnFIDewaNm-pXu_s8XJM05VHnLAiDRClW_f-YC65hC2BlLso2-K9jD0pYJ/s1978/8.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1123" data-original-width="1978" height="114" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc3inL2PQhLmMgjG8voOGXg6mAWlFcZOyfxCKFIFY_mV6FZtmVms5jIsL0r6s7FU5JauV-J0pMit1d4O79Omtc77_YH9EPFcfuoQA2LIwpmaKO7ANkiKB3uMXAoA9lt7DnFIDewaNm-pXu_s8XJM05VHnLAiDRClW_f-YC65hC2BlLso2-K9jD0pYJ/w200-h114/8.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div>11. Using your tissue blade, slice your cane to reveal the retro pattern. </div></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">12. Bring your conditioned black clay (that has been off to the side) to your work space. This will be the backing to your slab.<br /></span></div></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8fJMYHGGJXZxi6jn7WUNogJt41NH7WGWcYWqQNtbP9P3IWDIKwcOA-kEEWxLxCbJHMXZDagqz-StnZC-b4amr1MA8H5jmAmZIYyhe4nvzaglIppsg4WiR-cnyOoLFPKcdIeoMxhNMtKKdxvWhGZLvAEwfnwSZJu5RegEPXpYm7Nm8-Pp0JhSl9rsj/s3197/10.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2382" data-original-width="3197" height="149" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8fJMYHGGJXZxi6jn7WUNogJt41NH7WGWcYWqQNtbP9P3IWDIKwcOA-kEEWxLxCbJHMXZDagqz-StnZC-b4amr1MA8H5jmAmZIYyhe4nvzaglIppsg4WiR-cnyOoLFPKcdIeoMxhNMtKKdxvWhGZLvAEwfnwSZJu5RegEPXpYm7Nm8-Pp0JhSl9rsj/w200-h149/10.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div>13. Arrange your cane slices on the backing clay so that you don't have gaps or spaces between (as much as possible).</span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5dmfWH6lAaNJKWdfsEd2_r3OWeMBDe2NAW_1sj6ZAS0eB6SvZ4pcW71OiVE803DpNbOf8kL2fG2TdaMW_SsFkT85kAWZSmAAP0Ewy2eF38Y4YY3XFwNTmX0qEE16GFhOPxKSiGxU-_sUow6WBdkBkZt-_JtELF8uMYa1fmpD7fxjqOJi5bu0FYBwh/s3119/11.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2175" data-original-width="3119" height="139" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5dmfWH6lAaNJKWdfsEd2_r3OWeMBDe2NAW_1sj6ZAS0eB6SvZ4pcW71OiVE803DpNbOf8kL2fG2TdaMW_SsFkT85kAWZSmAAP0Ewy2eF38Y4YY3XFwNTmX0qEE16GFhOPxKSiGxU-_sUow6WBdkBkZt-_JtELF8uMYa1fmpD7fxjqOJi5bu0FYBwh/w200-h139/11.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>14. Once you have covered the backing clay, you may choose to roll your slab through the clay machine to help ensure all the pieces have adhered and the slab is flat and smooth. <br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i>Note: We recommend running it through on the thickest setting horizontally and then vertically to help maintain the shape and reduce the amount of distortion.</i></span></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">15. Now your slab is ready for any project you wish! We're making pendants and earrings!</span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Share what you've made by tagging us in your post.</span></div>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-7372752583818529622023-01-08T15:29:00.000-05:002023-01-08T15:29:00.013-05:00Letter from the Editor: January 2023<p> <span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">It's 2023 and with that comes new classes and opportunities to learn about polymer clay!</span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=s200" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 0em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="200" data-original-width="200" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=w200-h200" width="100" /></a></div>2023 is starting off with so much excitement for polymer clay. Here are some upcoming events throughout the month:<br /><br />On January 18, join the <a href="https://brpcg.com/" target="_blank">Blue Ridge Polymer Clay Guild</a> in Leicester, NC to Learn about Polymer Clay! Visit the event site <a href="https://www.wspa.com/calendar/?_escaped_fragment_=/show/?start=2018-01-13#!/details/Learn-about-Polymer-Clay-with-the-Blue-Ridge-Polymer-Clay-Guild/11043590/2023-01-18T11" target="_blank">to register</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br />If you're in the Kiawah Island, SC area on either January 24th or 31st, stop by the Turtle's Nest Art Studio for <a href="https://kiawahresort.com/event/polymer-play-clay-2023-01-24/all/" target="_blank">Polymer Clay Play</a>!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">On January 29th, you can stop by Relax at Hand and participate in the <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/play-in-the-clay-polymer-clay-statement-earring-class-tickets-492187605377" target="_blank">Polymer Clay Statement Earring Class</a>. This event is located in Jacksonville, FL.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Or you can visit Breaux Vineyards on January 29th for <a href="https://www.visitloudoun.org/event/dangles-and-wine-be-jeweled-polymer-clay-beginners-workshop/40057/" target="_blank">Dangles and Wine Be Jeweled - Polymer Clay Beginner's Workshop</a>. This event will be held in Purcellville, VA.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br />Do you have an upcoming event you'd like us to share? Send us an <a href="mailto:publisher@pcpolyzine.com" target="_blank">email</a> or connect with us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pcPolyzine" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/pcpolyzine?lang=en" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, or through <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pcpolyzine/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and let us know!</div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<![endif]--><p class="MsoNormal">We continue to search for a new editor/owner of pcPolyzine. Please feel free to reach out to us for more information or if you have questions.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #274e13;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Happy 2023!</b></span></span></p></div></span>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-74622468683625812842023-01-08T15:28:00.000-05:002023-01-08T15:28:54.805-05:002023 Pantone Color of the Year<p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Each year, pcPolyzine features Pantone's Color of the Year. 2023's selection brings new inspiration to all your projects. </span></p><a name='more'></a><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><span></span></span><p></p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Recently, <a href="https://www.pantone.com/" target="_blank">Pantone</a> announced the 2023 Color of the Year. Drumroll please...Viva Magenta! This color "vibrates with vim and vigor" according to Pantone. A member of the red family, Viva Magenta is "expressive of a new signal of strength." Just what we need to kick off 2023!</span><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><p></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">How do you plan to be brave and fearless with Viva Magenta in your polymer clay work in 2023? Share your Pantone Color of the Year-inspired work with us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pcPolyzine/" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/pcpolyzine" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pcpolyzine/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTFISVohfg1C-Jpo7t8HErdgDKDlczW8CONg3iwL3mG6R_boPzxoxFtD58F3cxfym5VxvwSlE6bYOVxaAj2S4l0Iy8DqnuBTLprIq0uvFkX4IM1qzFvIV8XEw5oFQ4QXEN-OqRbp7OsMUHplbpTMwf0ag_6n9bfOzQ0SNcLZ9ubXt6_cJDCI1SOQW1/s311/viva%20magenta.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="311" data-original-width="219" height="311" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTFISVohfg1C-Jpo7t8HErdgDKDlczW8CONg3iwL3mG6R_boPzxoxFtD58F3cxfym5VxvwSlE6bYOVxaAj2S4l0Iy8DqnuBTLprIq0uvFkX4IM1qzFvIV8XEw5oFQ4QXEN-OqRbp7OsMUHplbpTMwf0ag_6n9bfOzQ0SNcLZ9ubXt6_cJDCI1SOQW1/s1600/viva%20magenta.png" width="219" /></a></div><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p></span></div>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-19737570844458196892022-12-04T15:57:00.001-05:002022-12-04T15:57:14.074-05:00Letter from the Editor: December 2022<p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">The holiday season is here!</span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=s200" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 0em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="200" data-original-width="200" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=w200-h200" width="100" /></a></div>It's that time of year again where everything feels a bit hectic and we're preparing for the holidays. But don't let this time of year keep you from playing with clay! Here are some upcoming events throughout the
month:<br /><br />FIMO will be hosting an online <a href="https://www.staedtler.com/us/en/discover/fimo-live-workshops/" target="_blank">Gift Tag Earring workshop</a> on December 14, 2022. Although this is a free event, you will still need to register and make sure you have all the materials needed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br />And for those of you who are in the Raleigh, NC area, stop by the Triangle Cultural Art Gallery on December 16<span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><sup>th</sup></span> for a <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/holiday-polymer-clay-earring-workshop-tickets-456374798307" target="_blank">Holiday Polymer Clay Workshop</a>. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br />Do you have an upcoming event you'd like us to share? Send us an <a href="mailto:publisher@pcpolyzine.com" target="_blank">email</a> or connect with us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pcPolyzine" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/pcpolyzine?lang=en" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, or through <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pcpolyzine/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and let us know!</div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #274e13;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Happy Holidays!</b></span></span></p> <i><br /></i></div></span>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-10979254976526918492022-12-04T15:57:00.000-05:002022-12-04T15:57:07.949-05:00Liquid Polymer Clay Ornaments<p></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">This month, we're showing you how to make an easy liquid polymer clay glass ornament!<br /></span></p><a name='more'></a><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDWoTmmKTGCB5nciXvCSCs3-983CDX0bv3ltRCu1zNpKyPAMmSth1esRmA6Yp_j_nW3-32fLqhkaMpEoTAwAJe1JwE_HhCBAtrKKnzJ3414dWnAayjQSy6VldC-Ds7UKgEL4YlTx3d5hOWlonnc1VzPj2F9xAb3Mlp3Ba5T1B9eMOVnOHCg3kyLGjr/s3528/20221204_135419.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3528" data-original-width="2039" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDWoTmmKTGCB5nciXvCSCs3-983CDX0bv3ltRCu1zNpKyPAMmSth1esRmA6Yp_j_nW3-32fLqhkaMpEoTAwAJe1JwE_HhCBAtrKKnzJ3414dWnAayjQSy6VldC-Ds7UKgEL4YlTx3d5hOWlonnc1VzPj2F9xAb3Mlp3Ba5T1B9eMOVnOHCg3kyLGjr/w116-h200/20221204_135419.jpg" width="116" /></a></div>Over the years, we've used a similar technique to coat the inside of glass ornaments using glue and other adhesive materials. Now, we're going to show you how easy it is to use liquid polymer clay to do the same thing!<br /></span><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><b><i>What you'll need:</i></b></span></p><p></p><ul><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Clear, glass ornaments (must be glass)</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Liquid polymer clay -- brand and color of your choice</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Embellishments -- glitter, alcohol ink, etc.<br /></span></li></ul><p></p><p><b style="font-family: arial;"> </b></p><p><b style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Directions:</b><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgL7aH21JgyHxEN-rZPJgvJPzh4y8ArJZx3EPt9E4Qxdn1lI3RXbBIhXuiX4-gr2TXEbIRh4ut2yZ02X_h3kYKPBR_5WNyTogprpzUZoqB9ZZU-cSFMhHc6-UdUTax-L4q_as3GGDsq9P8x44Am1RI9XLoJw1hRBxZe_DbtexgIzrmTx5yysEd5u5Zh/s2292/20221204_132239.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2230" data-original-width="2292" height="94" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgL7aH21JgyHxEN-rZPJgvJPzh4y8ArJZx3EPt9E4Qxdn1lI3RXbBIhXuiX4-gr2TXEbIRh4ut2yZ02X_h3kYKPBR_5WNyTogprpzUZoqB9ZZU-cSFMhHc6-UdUTax-L4q_as3GGDsq9P8x44Am1RI9XLoJw1hRBxZe_DbtexgIzrmTx5yysEd5u5Zh/w200-h194/20221204_132239.jpg" width="100" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br />1. Remove the metal topper from your ornament and sit it aside. <br /></span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span><p></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">2. Using a stirring tool, be sure to mix your liquid clay before use.<br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><p></p><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcCGNiinWxXQ6mJkqIwINjBb84uaFMLYW1K8Pd9vKBQL1c0oSKsAiDZiJzSh87DyQi7HhmTYsk4Do-lcdtwij0ugNd6R0MYhYoZ7Xlhqj1gFDeQXHVjR2Pi907GI2OquIDXr1yrPQ9Hor10ff0wsxL-9cmUeaagSysGquu4uNMCCSm4LT__pSdC9pC/s1679/20221204_131147.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1556" data-original-width="1679" height="95" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcCGNiinWxXQ6mJkqIwINjBb84uaFMLYW1K8Pd9vKBQL1c0oSKsAiDZiJzSh87DyQi7HhmTYsk4Do-lcdtwij0ugNd6R0MYhYoZ7Xlhqj1gFDeQXHVjR2Pi907GI2OquIDXr1yrPQ9Hor10ff0wsxL-9cmUeaagSysGquu4uNMCCSm4LT__pSdC9pC/w200-h186/20221204_131147.jpg" width="100" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">3. Gradually pour your liquid polymer clay into your ornament and begin to rotate it so the clay covers all of the inside. </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i>Note: you may need to add a little more liquid clay to your ornament, but be careful not to add too much as it will easily pool at the bottom during baking. </i><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">4. Once the inside of your ornament is coated, hold it upside down for a bit to let any excess liquid clay drip out -- this step is your choice. <br /></span></div><div><i><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></i></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i>Note: We don't recommend letting your liquid clay drip back into the bottle as there may be debris from your ornament mixed in. </i><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div>5.
Now that your ornament is coated, you can decide if you're adding any embellishments -- in other ornaments, we used glitter and alcohol ink.<br /></div><div> </div><div>6. Place your ornament in a pan filled with fiberfil to cushion your ornament while baking. </div><div><br /></div></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">7. Bake for 20 minutes at the specified temperature of your liquid clay.<br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">8. Be sure to let the ornament completely cool after baking.<br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTKQB7_h-mFu2kxk0JF62pfMkzIhnjL-0V1Yg70YOyyeWHCOxSP3EwhTCmHCLo1cQTLhLgP33SJrUSg2gwdClEm4wBjbBLgaTEwU-WXBboG5FqF-b3zAhjGfv-3dTITEWdzQz0Shj-xnVY_FrLd6KWxs-QqJtnCXB4puidrshKcepno6ah_RNv-cHl/s3326/20221204_135358.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3326" data-original-width="2157" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTKQB7_h-mFu2kxk0JF62pfMkzIhnjL-0V1Yg70YOyyeWHCOxSP3EwhTCmHCLo1cQTLhLgP33SJrUSg2gwdClEm4wBjbBLgaTEwU-WXBboG5FqF-b3zAhjGfv-3dTITEWdzQz0Shj-xnVY_FrLd6KWxs-QqJtnCXB4puidrshKcepno6ah_RNv-cHl/w130-h200/20221204_135358.jpg" width="72" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">9. Once cooled, place the metal topper back on your ornament. <br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> <br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">10. At this point, you can add any other embellishments to the outside including a decorative ribbon!<br /></span></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Share what you've made by tagging us in your post.</span></div>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-59974449783064381492022-11-11T18:04:00.001-05:002022-11-11T18:04:37.314-05:00Letter from the Editor: November 2022<p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">As the leaves are turning and the holiday season begins, there's no better time to play with clay!</span></p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=s200" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 0em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="200" data-original-width="200" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=w200-h200" width="100" /></a></div>Just because the days are getting shorter doesn't mean there's not plenty of time to play with clay. Here are some upcoming events throughout the month:<br /><br />For those of you in the Medford, MA area, consider joining other crafters and learn how to make <a href="https://hunthalloween.com/event/polymer-clay-pens-eid4a7bhngrst" target="_blank">Polymer Clay Pens</a> on November 12, 2022.<br /><br />If you happen to be near Manassas, VA, join Sophia Tamilio on November 13 and then again on the 20th for a <a href="https://www.virginiaartfactory.org/events/polymer-clay-jewelry-workshop/" target="_blank">Polymer Clay Workshop</a>.<br /><br />On November 19th, join Terry Taylor at the Rye Arts Center in Rye, NY and learn how to make an adorable <a href="https://www.ryeartscenter.org/workshops-1/2021/8/11/make-a-sweet-red-panda-with-polymer-clay-9gxbr-z9f5r" target="_blank">Thanksgiving Turkey with Polymer Clay</a>.<br /><br />Do you have an upcoming event you'd like us to share? Send us an <a href="mailto:publisher@pcpolyzine.com" target="_blank">email</a> or connect with us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pcPolyzine" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/pcpolyzine?lang=en" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, or through <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pcpolyzine/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and let us know!</div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><i>P.S. We're still looking for the next pcPolyzine publisher/owner. If you're interested or have questions, don't hesitate to shoot us a message!</i></div></span>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-33398552587867283052022-11-11T18:04:00.000-05:002022-11-11T18:04:32.319-05:00Beginner's Corner: Texture with Household Objects<p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">In this edition of the pcPolyzine Beginner's Corner, we'll share some unique textures created with fairly common household objects!</span></p><a name='more'></a><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-e5Uti8OfPRg/YG0WO_auOWI/AAAAAAAABTY/RGWUYZEtqpMtDiyrsfcucUXBOlac1rIYQCLcBGAsYHQ/s429/Tips_cropped.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="429" data-original-width="356" height="200" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-e5Uti8OfPRg/YG0WO_auOWI/AAAAAAAABTY/RGWUYZEtqpMtDiyrsfcucUXBOlac1rIYQCLcBGAsYHQ/w166-h200/Tips_cropped.jpg" width="166" /></a></div></span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">We've all used texture sheets and I'm sure you have your favorite ones—I know I do! But sometimes I want a completely different texture for my clay. Instead of searching for that perfect texture sheet, why not check out some of the common items you have in your house? </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaBsd79YwvfuE6J6M6GCniRPA0p2hKq3IFNV2hUMfbjT3AzHlXb1fOs7A8LyUo_cNHHCozaHUUqe8z6h8fWlXrMx6ir2cfOuLasefPHXjHkjgD-5eOTtxBm1OqJxGO_b1OYxg3euHkhKKf5JW-ANnRz_sz3gawuFrvkzF09VM58pZkegCdWy6twj9y/s1638/20221111_162514.jpg" style="clear: right; display: inline; float: right; font-family: arial; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1468" data-original-width="1638" height="79" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaBsd79YwvfuE6J6M6GCniRPA0p2hKq3IFNV2hUMfbjT3AzHlXb1fOs7A8LyUo_cNHHCozaHUUqe8z6h8fWlXrMx6ir2cfOuLasefPHXjHkjgD-5eOTtxBm1OqJxGO_b1OYxg3euHkhKKf5JW-ANnRz_sz3gawuFrvkzF09VM58pZkegCdWy6twj9y/w200-h179/20221111_162514.jpg" width="100" /></a><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b>Bolts & Screws:</b></i> By rolling bolts or screws on clay, you can create multiple straight lines very quickly. If you use this pattern in Mokume Gane, you'll reveal a plethora of multi-colored lines that will make your clay piece pop!</span></span> </div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmH1m76a0jinCm_6vpesKUjAkt-humOFO19nuGlAQmNggK4j3XymmuQMF7oM4JV55TnvOXGpbm9URIyT_lB8DrPLU1Q5tOlJno22UCiSUeocRF2vX-Uyvb5bKPRQ9WHpVVksGHLtp_nGBCNfBJPCxCGIKpCiru7Qa78JYl3xy5ibHigMjCvgiSi-Q6/s1500/20221111_162511.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1409" data-original-width="1500" height="88" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmH1m76a0jinCm_6vpesKUjAkt-humOFO19nuGlAQmNggK4j3XymmuQMF7oM4JV55TnvOXGpbm9URIyT_lB8DrPLU1Q5tOlJno22UCiSUeocRF2vX-Uyvb5bKPRQ9WHpVVksGHLtp_nGBCNfBJPCxCGIKpCiru7Qa78JYl3xy5ibHigMjCvgiSi-Q6/w200-h188/20221111_162511.jpg" width="100" /></a></div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b><br /></b></i></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b><br /></b></i></span></span></div>Bottle Cap:</b></i> Similar to the effect created by using bolts or screws in your clay, bottle caps create short, evenly-spaced lines. Each cap is a little different, so explore your choices the next time you're at the store.</span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> <i><b><br /></b></i></span></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy8L6Tcziyj10KQRf0LYAuIGuEg3wxGAfyyOulYqRhufVQP--5gY7SMrFzrdJfuJOgZq2PW_Z6wda_eqdv8JyY7qha7tXKPQTNNDryebgxUGY5XLj7xYKno8IKSBJbPJzmmv-WaeQkWg_DwXTZ95cR7jjcCQKj835ygSEh6JzT416i_o7jgLLkrBlz/s1596/20221111_162507.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1596" data-original-width="1553" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy8L6Tcziyj10KQRf0LYAuIGuEg3wxGAfyyOulYqRhufVQP--5gY7SMrFzrdJfuJOgZq2PW_Z6wda_eqdv8JyY7qha7tXKPQTNNDryebgxUGY5XLj7xYKno8IKSBJbPJzmmv-WaeQkWg_DwXTZ95cR7jjcCQKj835ygSEh6JzT416i_o7jgLLkrBlz/w194-h200/20221111_162507.jpg" width="94" /></a></div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b><br /></b></i></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b><br /></b></i></span></span></div>Foil Medicine Packages:</b></i> Sometimes we get medicine that is packaged in a foil pouch. This type of packaging can have textures built right in! They make great texture sheets and create unique designs in your clay projects.</span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b><br /></b></i></span></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYsJT0ia74XxmB8CplRHvDEFjxUbm_V6Gfn7Hj2bN3pP8FHayslU6vJsFlbeLlftxRkj4TC7SHA15Mc9a9OrRTAeEi_IwigNVDOKcghIQgFKZ6aK4W4F9WwFRNdFouv2orXBClc3iIUAs87d2A65lWYl3u2oMsad7XYsCk7otFu2n-S644vLSN_iyJ/s1107/20221111_162458.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1085" data-original-width="1107" height="96" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYsJT0ia74XxmB8CplRHvDEFjxUbm_V6Gfn7Hj2bN3pP8FHayslU6vJsFlbeLlftxRkj4TC7SHA15Mc9a9OrRTAeEi_IwigNVDOKcghIQgFKZ6aK4W4F9WwFRNdFouv2orXBClc3iIUAs87d2A65lWYl3u2oMsad7XYsCk7otFu2n-S644vLSN_iyJ/w200-h196/20221111_162458.jpg" width="100" /></a></div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b>Fan Pull Chain:</b></i> Have you ever noticed the beautiful, yet simple design of the pull chain on your fan? These tiny spheres are spaced just right to create awesome designs in your clay. <br /></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Have other great ideas, tips, or tricks? Share them with us through </span><a href="mailto: publisher@pcpolyzine.com" style="color: black; font-family: arial;">email</a><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> or through social media on </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/pcPolyzine/" style="color: black; font-family: arial;" target="_blank">Facebook</a><span style="font-family: arial;">, </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/pcpolyzine/" style="color: black; font-family: arial;" target="_blank">Instagram</a><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">, and </span><a href="https://twitter.com/pcpolyzine?lang=en" style="color: black; font-family: arial;" target="_blank">Twitter</a><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">!</span></div>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-66878475328740169442022-10-06T10:15:00.000-04:002022-10-06T10:25:09.392-04:00Letter from the Editor: October 2022<p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Don't let October scare you away from working with clay. Here are some upcoming events!<br /></span></p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=s200" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 0em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="200" data-original-width="200" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=w200-h200" width="100" /></a></div>October is full of ghouls and goblins, but there's still time to play with clay. Here are some upcoming events throughout the month:<br /><br />If you're in the San Diego, CA area, join The Artist Outpost on October 14, 2022 for their Polymer Clay Mobile class. Visit their <a href="https://www.meetup.com/the-artist-outpost-art-themed-events-and-parties/events/288537886/" target="_blank">events page</a> for more details.<br /><br />For those of you in the South Carolina area, the Art League of Hilton Head is holding an <a href="https://culturehhi.org/event/in-person-jewelry-making-polymer-clay-beads-afternoons-in-october-with-jami-wright/2022-10-15/" target="_blank">In-person: Jewelry Making, Polymer Clay Beads</a> workshop on October 15, 2022.<br /><br />The DIME Store located in Denton, TX will be hosting a <a href="https://www.dimehandmade.com/in-person/v2u0y42ha30cmbq0za7o4yd3kyk7f3" target="_blank">Polymer Clay Earring Workshop</a> on October 18, 2022. <br /><br />And, if you're in the Harlem, GA area, stop by the Harlem Arts Council on October 25, 2022 and join them for an <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/open-studio-clay-night-a-polymer-clay-experience-tickets-425369651077" target="_blank">Open Studio Night</a>!<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Do you have an upcoming event you'd like us to share? Send us an <a href="mailto:publisher@pcpolyzine.com" target="_blank">email</a> or connect with us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pcPolyzine" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/pcpolyzine?lang=en" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, or through <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pcpolyzine/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and let us know!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><i>P.S.
We're still looking for the next pcPolyzine publisher/owner. If you're
interested or have questions, don't hesitate to shoot us a message!</i></div></span>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-32007553804769885492022-10-06T10:00:00.000-04:002022-10-06T10:25:40.259-04:00Glow-in-the-Dark Ghost Pendant<p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">This month, we're showing you how to make a super cute and easy glow-in-the-dark ghost pendant!<br /></span></p><a name='more'></a><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZKFP9IqMNxrxqHPfGPt6WGbwQDVeyeSxXrtfNsxGpNZsd3cqved7JH6Cyy-N7v6XNnTwk_ILF4Qk2OQ9O796duXybJwSd4OqAyXIMxvocdIFnIZM0OJnflkH8K_WYefrtbSQ57Dl_-3unre6M2gbd6rZuxn8EX4bRvYMU3eYgc3KEtpWyW04mMHgQ/s2425/final.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2425" data-original-width="1809" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZKFP9IqMNxrxqHPfGPt6WGbwQDVeyeSxXrtfNsxGpNZsd3cqved7JH6Cyy-N7v6XNnTwk_ILF4Qk2OQ9O796duXybJwSd4OqAyXIMxvocdIFnIZM0OJnflkH8K_WYefrtbSQ57Dl_-3unre6M2gbd6rZuxn8EX4bRvYMU3eYgc3KEtpWyW04mMHgQ/w149-h200/final.jpg" width="75" /></a></div>With Halloween right around the corner, what better way to start the spooky festivities than by making this adorable ghost pendant!<br /></span><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><b><i>What you'll need:</i></b></span></p><p></p><ul><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Clay machine </span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Glow-in-the-dark clay (1/4 block)</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">1.5 inch circle cutter <br /></span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Black acrylic paint<br /></span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Toothpick or other small, round tool (to dip in paint & make eyes)<br /></span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Drill (or other piercing tool)</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Head pin</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Metal wrapping pliers (of your choice)<br /></span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Metal ball stylus tool (size of your choice)<br /></span></li></ul><p></p><p><b style="font-family: arial;"> </b></p><p><b style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Directions:</b><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br />1.
Condition your glow-in-the-dark clay until soft with the final pass through the machine on the 3rd biggest setting. Place your conditioned clay flat on your work surface. </span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span> <br /></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhM5ktI6nle2KMN7Fy_jSYJ4kjgUrLKABDQ-32j1y8LlKP4nSoTRkfk05kLJPbufaBcAEmE47E4SBnsrsphoz-KV7Ro49Dzf84LrrEqGQbPK3SC4UPNkALNtYsfjKJM6AqMUBcmit3Mdwxvc6vRxvFmcy1xJXY3eOpfItFBUUKU6VsamqcqRmdsleJR/s2511/2.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1378" data-original-width="2511" height="80" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhM5ktI6nle2KMN7Fy_jSYJ4kjgUrLKABDQ-32j1y8LlKP4nSoTRkfk05kLJPbufaBcAEmE47E4SBnsrsphoz-KV7Ro49Dzf84LrrEqGQbPK3SC4UPNkALNtYsfjKJM6AqMUBcmit3Mdwxvc6vRxvFmcy1xJXY3eOpfItFBUUKU6VsamqcqRmdsleJR/w200-h110/2.jpg" width="150" /></a></span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">2. Using your circle cutter, cut one circle</span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">—</span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">we used 1.5 inch circle cutter. </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><p></p><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">3. Adjust your clay machine to the next smallest setting and run your circle through one time. Note: it will be elongated at this point.<br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF1VZ4FsvMDwg4gbPjfUBaM6SPXs10aOh-Tn3TkNKjcoVGHvGZeiVlrinM1C4Ap_7ab6q9IW290F1Dsp8DFrCRFyCmMkenuivZ6heIPSe1ppGpDGlmAgVbmMU2DOhyjRvYPE8uFvOLThn9bildDxb3Wcv7qoDtb17BaPQzrKtn9mKZXFFA46r4XvX2/s1612/3%20&%204.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1437" data-original-width="1612" height="78" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF1VZ4FsvMDwg4gbPjfUBaM6SPXs10aOh-Tn3TkNKjcoVGHvGZeiVlrinM1C4Ap_7ab6q9IW290F1Dsp8DFrCRFyCmMkenuivZ6heIPSe1ppGpDGlmAgVbmMU2DOhyjRvYPE8uFvOLThn9bildDxb3Wcv7qoDtb17BaPQzrKtn9mKZXFFA46r4XvX2/w200-h178/3%20&%204.jpg" width="100" /></a></div>4. Adjust your clay machine to the next smallest setting (ours was on the #5 setting at this point). Place your elongated circle so it's wider (rather than longer) in your machine and roll it through again. Note: your clay should be more circular now. <br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2MG56gOyYLUjvmlfHqA0JA--wDhsmKytCRVpoL5g89TKmGX6ldm6J3K4k_tbV0BVVHg2VntSGI6Mx1HVACiwUoikjXr3K2G6LhRCbmDa4WFKrljSyVyhbj5mSgHGoyRdrJQV77bgYOz0Nj-8k5Ch8QWzBrNDbdv-VEmABgR-TRB1iLDEnefclwjEs/s1579/5.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1579" data-original-width="1335" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2MG56gOyYLUjvmlfHqA0JA--wDhsmKytCRVpoL5g89TKmGX6ldm6J3K4k_tbV0BVVHg2VntSGI6Mx1HVACiwUoikjXr3K2G6LhRCbmDa4WFKrljSyVyhbj5mSgHGoyRdrJQV77bgYOz0Nj-8k5Ch8QWzBrNDbdv-VEmABgR-TRB1iLDEnefclwjEs/w169-h200/5.jpg" width="100" /></a></div><div></div><div><br /></div> 5. Gently place the center of your circle on the ball stylus. Begin to carefully press the clay down so it drapes over the stylus like cloth. <br /></div><div> </div><div><i>Note: Arrange the clay pleats however you prefer so it resembles a ghost.</i><br /></div><div><br /> </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg62Zvw1yjVWRfkr60wx66wVSGBgpS521GPQuuE0iPfmShw9WjZcmyeha5Z08MgmzDRqYGNYaB6Pb7hK5tr3ePkM4PnKUBQbNOg-R27ZGJH_3KJSHCIqXmgt-piUK6hvAK8FIPFdRbmDL01ioi_BEAy_5_Q2ZoQKQ9H15wE1KZqGO0mVB6_4vBscQtE/s1681/6.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1681" data-original-width="1276" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg62Zvw1yjVWRfkr60wx66wVSGBgpS521GPQuuE0iPfmShw9WjZcmyeha5Z08MgmzDRqYGNYaB6Pb7hK5tr3ePkM4PnKUBQbNOg-R27ZGJH_3KJSHCIqXmgt-piUK6hvAK8FIPFdRbmDL01ioi_BEAy_5_Q2ZoQKQ9H15wE1KZqGO0mVB6_4vBscQtE/w152-h200/6.jpg" width="80" /></a></div> </div><div>6.
Once you have arranged your ghost, gently remove it from your stylus. Be careful not to distort your shape. Note: you may need to widen your shape slightly to be able to get the stylus out. If so, gently push those areas back into their original shape.<br /></div></span><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><p><span style="font-family: arial;"></span></p></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ9lV5rbkiuattE6-qt8TKVpBy89VzGNowj2m2QMhO2z_a8ZZwjkJfgYZZYoGSY7spHgjsI13oJ8VKjuf52DzaIy6rfXz9pFhhIWhLTJZXHmm96Nw1rY_kdPbHwE2Ja-Y2W_b0YoBs4Bozos-Ee31TZuOOnnTZ_7Uqwn3rCu6fBOY1L8N-S01O6ggc/s1375/7.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1337" data-original-width="1375" height="104" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ9lV5rbkiuattE6-qt8TKVpBy89VzGNowj2m2QMhO2z_a8ZZwjkJfgYZZYoGSY7spHgjsI13oJ8VKjuf52DzaIy6rfXz9pFhhIWhLTJZXHmm96Nw1rY_kdPbHwE2Ja-Y2W_b0YoBs4Bozos-Ee31TZuOOnnTZ_7Uqwn3rCu6fBOY1L8N-S01O6ggc/w200-h194/7.jpg" width="100" /></a></div> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">7. Fill a oven-safe pan with fiberfill and gently place your ghost on the fiberfill to keep its shape while baking.</span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">8. Bake at 257</span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">°</span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">F for 15-20 minutes or however the package recommends for the brand of clay you chose. Note: We used Sculpey III and baked for 15 minutes</span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">—</span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">20 minutes resulted in discolored clay.</span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGiWgF6X8cE4UEMe19BTxUCvJD0HCMMFKnBqPJyRpk87My8YYHEvo3bW1dNFkd8ocOkIGF_YyNIQeEAsl25VparjEFGKBKxSmS9wEC9hYnjgGyJmBp19vbDiolV-lio-h18uxVVg5tYbmxcNTc2ZPX-afsjzWdk6stK5bSmt5bPGof4spxfGsexVAv/s1287/9.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1287" data-original-width="1261" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGiWgF6X8cE4UEMe19BTxUCvJD0HCMMFKnBqPJyRpk87My8YYHEvo3bW1dNFkd8ocOkIGF_YyNIQeEAsl25VparjEFGKBKxSmS9wEC9hYnjgGyJmBp19vbDiolV-lio-h18uxVVg5tYbmxcNTc2ZPX-afsjzWdk6stK5bSmt5bPGof4spxfGsexVAv/w196-h200/9.jpg" width="96" /></a></div> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">9. Once baked and cooled, you can use the toothpick or other small, round tool, dip the end in black acrylic pant and dot two eyes onto your ghost.</span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> <br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6op7_F2DJ4uMrLUFSrhmM4Tsun0lbyVfhneWj8QJGMx4hLBzF-hUKepVTlRF9sFjk6CMC8ZjU-LWw4P3rwDEc96BKYh4IJV2VKqcQleS4DnoXkdsXxoUbwMR3UpZ06R7kTXfbu8CAprKgbDJOurakDYzQRlnW-pb0OQ_davwU4AIQ3g7TSV2OA3zQ/s1266/10.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1192" data-original-width="1266" height="108" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6op7_F2DJ4uMrLUFSrhmM4Tsun0lbyVfhneWj8QJGMx4hLBzF-hUKepVTlRF9sFjk6CMC8ZjU-LWw4P3rwDEc96BKYh4IJV2VKqcQleS4DnoXkdsXxoUbwMR3UpZ06R7kTXfbu8CAprKgbDJOurakDYzQRlnW-pb0OQ_davwU4AIQ3g7TSV2OA3zQ/w200-h188/10.jpg" width="100" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">10. Next, carefully drill a small hole in the top of your ghost's head. <br /><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">11. Place a head pin (flat top) through the hole and carefully wrap the wire to create a loop for hanging. </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">12. If necessary, loop a jump ring through your wire loop or just string your pendant onto a chain of your choice. <br /></span></div></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">At this point, you can embellish your ghost anyway you'd like. Share what you've made by tagging us in your post.</span></div>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-88368210727854647452022-09-08T18:51:00.001-04:002022-09-08T18:51:13.047-04:00Letter from the Editor: September 2022<p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Looking for some clay events in September? Here are a few things that are going on.</span></p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=s200" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 0em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="200" data-original-width="200" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=w200-h200" width="100" /></a></div>With the official turn from summer to fall right around the corner, it's a great time to schedule a few clay classes throughout September!<br /><br />If you're in the Hilton Head, SC area, sign up for Jami Wright's Jewelry Making, Polymer Clay Beads class. It'll be held September 13-14 as well as September 26-27 at the Art League of Hilton Head. Visit their <a href="https://artshow.com/workshops/WorkshopDisplay.aspx?MedTheme=Ceramics&Location=all" target="_blank">site</a> for more info!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">On September 17th, the South East Florida Polymer Clay Guild (SEFPCG) is hosting a "<a href="https://www.therickiereport.com/2022/08/29/south-east-florida-polymer-clay-guild-announces-september-17-2022-newbie-workshop-to-explore-this-eclectic-medium/" target="_blank">Newbie Workshop</a>" for all who are interested in the medium! Members will share their expertise using polymer clay. This is a free workshop, but is limited to six people—reserve your seat now!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Do you have an upcoming event you'd like us to share? Send us an <a href="mailto:publisher@pcpolyzine.com" target="_blank">email</a> or connect with us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pcPolyzine" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/pcpolyzine?lang=en" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, or through <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pcpolyzine/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and let us know!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><i>P.S. We're still looking for the next pcPolyzine publisher/owner. If you're interested or have questions, don't hesitate to shoot us a message!</i></div></span>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-44456241634499650342022-09-08T18:51:00.000-04:002022-09-08T18:51:04.256-04:00Clay-Bor Day Retreat 2022<p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Another successful Clay-Bor Day Retreat is a wrap!</span></p><a name='more'></a><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnAGpmTZoGpl06YukhLQqFrYpYrKnSGVldJU_AXG62nkOGV5dEeOdwrlCpvK8MXT2flnV5kMWd1EMng0a36RNaB0NUiS3tiEyhqbGcUmnsLBGNqknBSeR90iEJ6fstvsu1XG2FuFoiBoDhHoDY7LAImmUyqfXi-rj3jEdoYa0F37CQCYaOXCriRanr/s935/claybor%20day.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="935" data-original-width="526" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnAGpmTZoGpl06YukhLQqFrYpYrKnSGVldJU_AXG62nkOGV5dEeOdwrlCpvK8MXT2flnV5kMWd1EMng0a36RNaB0NUiS3tiEyhqbGcUmnsLBGNqknBSeR90iEJ6fstvsu1XG2FuFoiBoDhHoDY7LAImmUyqfXi-rj3jEdoYa0F37CQCYaOXCriRanr/w113-h200/claybor%20day.jpg" width="93" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Members and friends of the Tallahassee Polymer Clay Art Guild joined in-person and virtually over the Labor Day weekend for some well-deserved clay time.</span><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Saturday kicked off with Joan Taylor's Lidded Vessels demo. Joan's technique ensured the lids securely attached to their vessel. Then, participants learned how to make the Monet Cane from Berndell Moffett-Chaney. She also showed how to create Mokume Gane using rainbow foils. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">The fun didn't stop on Sunday! Denise Fitzsimmons walked the participants through her process of making a pearlescent peacock. Not only is this peacock made from polymer clay, it also incorporates other types of media for a mixed media masterpiece! And last, but not least, Sydney Carter wrapped up the retreat by sharing her dotting with liquid clay technique. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">In between scheduled demos, those who attended were able to work on their own projects, perfect techniques, share, and just catch up with others. This blended approach worked out wonderfully and allowed guild members and friends to join both near and far!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">For more information about this or other events, please visit their</span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span><a href="https://polymerclayart.org/category/clay-bor-day-retreat/#page-content" style="font-family: arial;" target="_blank">website</a><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">.</span></div>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-24117774035415505342022-09-08T18:50:00.000-04:002022-09-08T18:50:57.269-04:00Beginner's Corner: Getting Clean Cuts<p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">In this edition of the pcPolyzine Beginner's Corner, we'll share some tips and tricks to ensure you get clean cuts with your polymer clay cutters!</span></p><a name='more'></a><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-e5Uti8OfPRg/YG0WO_auOWI/AAAAAAAABTY/RGWUYZEtqpMtDiyrsfcucUXBOlac1rIYQCLcBGAsYHQ/s429/Tips_cropped.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="429" data-original-width="356" height="200" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-e5Uti8OfPRg/YG0WO_auOWI/AAAAAAAABTY/RGWUYZEtqpMtDiyrsfcucUXBOlac1rIYQCLcBGAsYHQ/w166-h200/Tips_cropped.jpg" width="166" /></a></div></span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Using cutters has become extremely popular when working with polymer clay. Unfortunately, they can have some downfalls. Here are some ways to help your cutters release and create beautiful shapes every time!<br /></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> <br /></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b>Cornstarch:</b></i> If you find your cutters are sticking to the clay after cutting, consider dipping the cutter edges in cornstarch first. By lightly dusting the cutting edges, a barrier is created between the clay and cutter allowing for an easier release. If you have residual cornstarch on your clay, you can either gently dust it off the raw clay, or wait until it's baked and then clean it off. It won't hurt your piece!</span></span><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b>Water:</b></i> Another option to help your cutters from gripping the clay is to mist them with water. This technique is similar to using cornstarch and will help create a barrier between your cutter and clay. Don't saturate the cutter with water though—a little goes a long way!</span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> <i><b><br /></b></i></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b>Plastic Wrap:</b></i> Not only will plastic wrap help your cutters release, but it will also create a beautiful rounded edge to your clay. Lay your plastic wrap sheet flat on your piece of conditioned clay avoiding air bubbles or wrinkles. Once you are satisfied with the placement of the wrap, firmly press your cutter onto the wrap and clay. Readjust your wrap as needed to remove bubbles or wrinkles. <br /></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Have other great ideas, tips, or tricks? Share them with us through </span><a href="mailto: publisher@pcpolyzine.com" style="color: black; font-family: arial;">email</a><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> or through social media on </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/pcPolyzine/" style="color: black; font-family: arial;" target="_blank">Facebook</a><span style="font-family: arial;">, </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/pcpolyzine/" style="color: black; font-family: arial;" target="_blank">Instagram</a><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">, and </span><a href="https://twitter.com/pcpolyzine?lang=en" style="color: black; font-family: arial;" target="_blank">Twitter</a><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">!</span></div>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-84801690961915710872022-08-06T19:50:00.000-04:002022-08-06T19:59:26.094-04:00Letter from the Editor: August 2022<p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">And just like that, August is here! <br /></span></p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=s200" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 0em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="200" data-original-width="200" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=w200-h200" width="100" /></a></div>Now that the summer is winding down and the kids are heading back to school, more opportunities come up to play with clay! Check out some of these upcoming events throughout August:<br /><br />From August 9-11, Metal Werx is holding the virtual class, The Marriage of Metal and Polymer Clay, taught by <a href="https://theflyingsquirrelstudio.wordpress.com/workshops/" target="_blank">Lynn Yuhr</a>! For additional information or to register, visit their <a href="https://metalwerx.com/class-detail/marriage-metal-and-polymer-clay-tabs" target="_blank">site</a>.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">If you're in the Virginia Beach, VA area, stop by Uncommon Designs on Wednesday, August 24, 2022 and learn how to make marble polymer clay earrings! Check out their <a href="https://allevents.in/virginia%20beach/marble-polymer-clay-earrings-workshop/200023054066403" target="_blank">registration site</a> for more information.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">For those of you around Atlantic Beach, FL, check out <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/polymer-clay-earrings-workshop-tickets-395671894287?aff=ebdssbdestsearch" target="_blank">Kira McCoy's workshop</a> about making polymer clay earrings! This workshop will be held at the Atlantic Beach Arts Market on August 28, 2022.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Do you have an upcoming event you'd like us to share? Send us an <a href="mailto:publisher@pcpolyzine.com" target="_blank">email</a> or connect with us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pcPolyzine" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/pcpolyzine?lang=en" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, or through <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pcpolyzine/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and let us know!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><i>P.S. We're still looking for the next pcPolyzine publisher/owner. If you're interested or have questions, don't hesitate to shoot us a message! </i><br /></div></span>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-36445640264986119812022-08-06T19:47:00.000-04:002022-08-06T19:59:08.763-04:00Tallahassee Guild 5th Annual Clay-Bor Day Retreat<p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">It's that time of year again when the Tallahassee Polymer Clay Art Guild holds their Clay-Bor Day Retreat!<br /></span></p><a name='more'></a><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggEv0sKDFiIjpEzZ2p5LcKbDFfRTtgREXu10pZ146J8IhA-AAO2LkPbr89faerKi5BBnAuLLBBN1N6xQHG17JXJAXP2xVoiSbbPmn2ndZedHhjiVx6YH6J3fINx-6WYMPXsU6zDDaSBJL2FjYs8dVnHF9E1UxOME3VecR84M0126-AapXg19sPhc3f/s2048/295760810_342240077983239_5949200063323115681_n.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggEv0sKDFiIjpEzZ2p5LcKbDFfRTtgREXu10pZ146J8IhA-AAO2LkPbr89faerKi5BBnAuLLBBN1N6xQHG17JXJAXP2xVoiSbbPmn2ndZedHhjiVx6YH6J3fINx-6WYMPXsU6zDDaSBJL2FjYs8dVnHF9E1UxOME3VecR84M0126-AapXg19sPhc3f/w200-h150/295760810_342240077983239_5949200063323115681_n.jpg" width="150" /></a></span></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Starting in 2017, the Tallahassee Polymer Clay Art Guild created a three-day Retreat over the (US) Labor Day Holiday Weekend. The event features guest artists, demos, and great food and company. This year the event is September 3-5 in Tallahassee, Florida and over Zoom.</span><p></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /><br />The 2022 edition includes on-site workspace and lunch for three days and online demos the first two days of the event.</span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">This year's guest teachers are:</span></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Berdell Moffett-Chaney – Monet Cane</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Joan Tayler – Vessel with Lid</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Denise Fitzsimmons – Mixed Media Peacock</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Sydney Carter – Dotting with Clay</span></li></ul><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">The event is $25 for remote participation Saturday and Sunday; $50 for on-site participation with lunch included. An optional membership is $35 annually. The last day to register is August 30.</span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">For more information, please visit their <a href="https://polymerclayart.org/category/clay-bor-day-retreat/#page-content" target="_blank">website</a>. To register, visit this <a href="https://polymerclayart.org/events/?civiwp=CiviCRM&q=civicrm%2Fevent%2Finfo&id=156" target="_blank">page</a>!</span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><div><p></p></div>
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month, we'll show you how to create a faux stamped metal look in polymer clay!<br /></span></p><a name='more'></a><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwtuk8-xZqWdhSohAoOWzZvb7C5sC7epPCy3kzH-Qyw_R2gmcCc9i_b7hZr_mWZ_P7jHHHTTNVlO2FJNdkN5ONnR4lFVw__yjpyHnaV1SjrEtKOYLy9caI7YxiX9uzp8J8MUxhdfI9MxYrf4PE8-5Ogv_87GomVi96e_OvqHHNZ6VrTnQh9Y42rS9s/s2707/5-1.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2670" data-original-width="2707" height="98" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwtuk8-xZqWdhSohAoOWzZvb7C5sC7epPCy3kzH-Qyw_R2gmcCc9i_b7hZr_mWZ_P7jHHHTTNVlO2FJNdkN5ONnR4lFVw__yjpyHnaV1SjrEtKOYLy9caI7YxiX9uzp8J8MUxhdfI9MxYrf4PE8-5Ogv_87GomVi96e_OvqHHNZ6VrTnQh9Y42rS9s/w200-h198/5-1.jpg" width="100" /></a><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Creating a stamped metal look in with your polymer clay is not only easy, but results in a uniquely beautiful clay slab that's perfect for jewelry and all sorts of pieces.</span><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><b><i>What you'll need:</i></b></span></p><p></p><ul><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Clay machine </span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Tissue blade (the flexible one)</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Metal colored clay (we used Premo Accents Copper)<br /></span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Mica or metal powder (that matches the metal of your clay)<br /></span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Brush (for applying the mica powder)<br /></span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Metal ball stylus tool<br /></span></li></ul><p></p><p><b style="font-family: arial;"> </b></p><p><b style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Directions:</b><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDSfks248WckUJ_OTrbhe2ZUOa8NvFlxD-h9cQv7ARUKg9uGQ5dTsCo11RMutN_hp5oHjRch6stAps0nAbAkOZy0c8Mg6OR-WWUs84vSro9Fg-SvegflIKBOiQ2nHGworfl4dw3By0YW2GD6LuZOD-DmU1gGaAH5uTE2Ksoghp0RhemkHkCRxTuhUg/s1654/1.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1654" data-original-width="1611" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDSfks248WckUJ_OTrbhe2ZUOa8NvFlxD-h9cQv7ARUKg9uGQ5dTsCo11RMutN_hp5oHjRch6stAps0nAbAkOZy0c8Mg6OR-WWUs84vSro9Fg-SvegflIKBOiQ2nHGworfl4dw3By0YW2GD6LuZOD-DmU1gGaAH5uTE2Ksoghp0RhemkHkCRxTuhUg/w195-h200/1.jpg" width="95" /></a></span></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br />1.
Condition your metal colored clay (we used Premo Accents Copper) through your clay machine ending on roughly the 3 largest thickness. Choose the thickness based on what is needed for the specific piece you're creating. </span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p><p></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">2. Place your conditioned clay on your work surface so it's flat and there are no air bubbles trapped.</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></p><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9jakSPxU1CdIYtCbbpMQkKVeJPd_caJfrgu7mGCJP7Gkooukz5k8RS1p-KD7wjeNorRmIh7IW5xMJFTj0d4-zrBNegUXGK8Ptx2eXZnlFLC9thK9X-yZEDzw8SBQyA4xIjXuwp-aMjGZMS-wV8DlEHZQNtmg_EnI8DM9VLfWipFXgZsOTzyWv__Db/s2994/2.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2994" data-original-width="2522" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9jakSPxU1CdIYtCbbpMQkKVeJPd_caJfrgu7mGCJP7Gkooukz5k8RS1p-KD7wjeNorRmIh7IW5xMJFTj0d4-zrBNegUXGK8Ptx2eXZnlFLC9thK9X-yZEDzw8SBQyA4xIjXuwp-aMjGZMS-wV8DlEHZQNtmg_EnI8DM9VLfWipFXgZsOTzyWv__Db/w169-h200/2.jpg" width="69" /></a></div> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">3. Using your brush, carefully cover your clay with the mica or metal powder. Remember, a little of this goes a long way! We used <a href="https://harrymandesigns.com/product/real-metal-powders-sampler-set/" target="_blank">Harryman Designs</a> Copper powder.<br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">4. Once covered with powder, gently remove any excess from your clay and work area.</span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCjycxLZQUClQkf-sZhKPjB4xOUxscnR9GVE_3xxOFygPbH1WupG5guxqNBuOm54sCAIMCkX1nJTSWBubezB6TXlNUoXTQJv1wYxphbpIqOPFPyQtVJ6fA865Ko9uYEnvgKN6jep5dqeK6w_EWFskNo-loipDx8tJOKyOG6HTsJTl7Tyy9x-56c4qx/s2255/4.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2255" data-original-width="2176" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCjycxLZQUClQkf-sZhKPjB4xOUxscnR9GVE_3xxOFygPbH1WupG5guxqNBuOm54sCAIMCkX1nJTSWBubezB6TXlNUoXTQJv1wYxphbpIqOPFPyQtVJ6fA865Ko9uYEnvgKN6jep5dqeK6w_EWFskNo-loipDx8tJOKyOG6HTsJTl7Tyy9x-56c4qx/w193-h200/4.jpg" width="93" /></a></div><div></div><div><br /></div>5. Using your metal ball stylus tool, begin stamping your clay. There is no right or wrong way to do this. We recommend making the stamped area look random rather than a pattern. </div><div> </div><div><i>Note: Choose the size of ball stylus based on the size of the stamp effect you'd like to create in your clay. </i><br /></div><div><br />6. After you have covered the entire piece of clay with the stamped texture, double check your work and ensure you don't need to add any more texture here or there. <br /></div></span><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><p><span style="font-family: arial;"></span></p></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuD1z8u9C4usrPehI0AtlTmvM-OPG_9wdxaTphMuDq5g7bcrBl9kj-o-ZpajmczC058lsZHL3ONMsQnWn0WgsLg-KHOcVOrpbYmArSfHALRnh6j-x_PdKjjPrv458IIy2bEF9uhp66O7ueZ48TKkCT8nqUOn_m2wylmQ7wIdW1Aor1WFH3VQ93feEi/s2107/5.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2107" data-original-width="1947" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuD1z8u9C4usrPehI0AtlTmvM-OPG_9wdxaTphMuDq5g7bcrBl9kj-o-ZpajmczC058lsZHL3ONMsQnWn0WgsLg-KHOcVOrpbYmArSfHALRnh6j-x_PdKjjPrv458IIy2bEF9uhp66O7ueZ48TKkCT8nqUOn_m2wylmQ7wIdW1Aor1WFH3VQ93feEi/w185-h200/5.jpg" width="85" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">7. Using your flexible tissue blade, gently peel the clay from your work surface and place it on your preferred non-stick surface and continue creating. <br /></span><p></p></div></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">At this point, you can use your stamped metal clay slab for jewelry or any other project! Share what you've made by tagging us in your post.</span></div>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-60245184141248267642022-07-11T18:03:00.001-04:002022-07-11T18:03:26.175-04:00Letter from the Editor: July 2022<p> <span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">It's time to pass the torch...</span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=s200" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 0em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="200" data-original-width="200" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=w200-h200" width="100" /></a></div>Since my mother's passing in 2018, I have been working to rebuild pcPolyzine. In July 2019, I published our first quarterly edition. Starting in January 2020, pcPolyzine came to you monthly with new articles featuring amazing artists, tips and tricks, as well as step-by-step tutorials on various polymer clay projects. <br /><br />The feedback and love pcPolyzine has received over the last few years has been so warm and inspirational. We wouldn't be what we are without each and every one of you!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">After careful consideration and a lot of soul searching, I believe it is time to pass the pcPolyzine torch to someone else. Someone who has a passion for polymer clay and who has the time to devote to making this company a success and continuing my mom's work.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">If you are interested in more information about the purchase of pcPolyzine and all that comes with it, please reach out via email <a href="mailto:publisher@pcpolyzine.com" target="_blank">email</a> or message us through <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pcPolyzine" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">This is a very tough decision and this company means a lot to me, so please only serious inquires. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">~Katie</div></div></div></span>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-50381783847660238112022-07-11T18:03:00.000-04:002022-07-11T18:03:20.324-04:00Swirly Polymer Clay Slab Tutorial<p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">This month, we'll show you how to make this beautiful swirly clay slab that's perfect for jewelry or any project you can imagine!</span></p><a name='more'></a><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">This easy-to-make swirly slab can be created using any colors you choose. We used Premo Ultramarine, Premo Souffle Jade, and Premo Translucent.<br /></span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><b><i>What you'll need:</i></b></span></p><p></p><ul><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Clay machine </span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Tissue blade (the rigid one)</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Metal flake (color of your choice)</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">1/2 pack ultramarine clay</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">1/2 pack jade clay<br /></span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">1 pack translucent (1/2 for the slab & 1/2 for the backing)</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Acrylic roller<br /></span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Pearl powder</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Translucent Liquid Clay</span></li></ul><p></p><p><b style="font-family: arial;"> </b></p><p><b style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Directions:</b><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br />1. Condition all colors of clay with your clay machine (keep 1/2 of the translucent pack aside for the backing in step 18). Choose which thickness you prefer</span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">—</span>we used the second thickest setting on the machine. </span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></p><p></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">2. Cut each conditioned piece of clay to roughly the same size and shape.</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></p><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja89oTODbxQWS2FZRP5IKJl8zlH14f_8ByrxpfdOej5rCgKUOAaAFvCefGfP8-P4LsKhpLxK1LEiMuPD5Hg4_9O22KCIbCsaAlo8tV74OsAJaOxaMLaI_655UC1fyv0MXxl-Nu5vUn6hipU8ILNzI6rNmDitttJwwaO53WqY0HpW0VeLEQJx95Goq3/s1889/1.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1346" data-original-width="1889" height="103" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja89oTODbxQWS2FZRP5IKJl8zlH14f_8ByrxpfdOej5rCgKUOAaAFvCefGfP8-P4LsKhpLxK1LEiMuPD5Hg4_9O22KCIbCsaAlo8tV74OsAJaOxaMLaI_655UC1fyv0MXxl-Nu5vUn6hipU8ILNzI6rNmDitttJwwaO53WqY0HpW0VeLEQJx95Goq3/w200-h143/1.jpg" width="120" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div>3. Place your first color (we used the ultramarine) down on your work surface and cover with a layer of metal leaf (we used silver).</span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5XefWLYL4LGW9gb7fZvCMb0bPA2FeJc-LP3dbJFcv7UGtl3JxtfLD9jYd5tNku6JJgejjmQaBeoPg74LABAkvUKtmbiHiklnwQpkAzmX1vSOtIRXbv-_EJsrMvgJVmtgAJayzdxix8519HKumzJz4FvhcOVlRNdsR0V7oaApU-ddU3BsOQ7SJmCeI/s2383/2.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1697" data-original-width="2383" height="103" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5XefWLYL4LGW9gb7fZvCMb0bPA2FeJc-LP3dbJFcv7UGtl3JxtfLD9jYd5tNku6JJgejjmQaBeoPg74LABAkvUKtmbiHiklnwQpkAzmX1vSOtIRXbv-_EJsrMvgJVmtgAJayzdxix8519HKumzJz4FvhcOVlRNdsR0V7oaApU-ddU3BsOQ7SJmCeI/w200-h143/2.jpg" width="120" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div>4. Add a thin layer of translucent liquid clay on top of the leaf. Be gentle as the leaf is delicate. </span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">This layer doesn't have to cover everywhere.</span><span style="font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmLGW1VdGLAWhzYEMGmBaE3Zh2Z59j3jig-xqwLer8LTkAm7M2q8Nvs88b48lluj6PRSgauPDZiDnf53taxhNMjK2L2uHPdbhmO56tKQNO8l9j7TDOA4VsulsbcP9kI9fbNE-MMB1zuvywNn5_bEmCmeOwRpi7PoLbRRpVitAdG9diCnnbywiCIfQD/s2515/3.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1771" data-original-width="2515" height="101" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmLGW1VdGLAWhzYEMGmBaE3Zh2Z59j3jig-xqwLer8LTkAm7M2q8Nvs88b48lluj6PRSgauPDZiDnf53taxhNMjK2L2uHPdbhmO56tKQNO8l9j7TDOA4VsulsbcP9kI9fbNE-MMB1zuvywNn5_bEmCmeOwRpi7PoLbRRpVitAdG9diCnnbywiCIfQD/w200-h141/3.jpg" width="120" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>5. Stack the next color of clay on top (we used jade). </div><div><br />6. Dust this layer of clay with your choice of pearl powder.</div></span><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzXKDeWaE1zHVqyd_3OnQpVXgTmLHTKJmpp1OXj2EwlqgqtMwV2x-ZgJCft-jiEmUZB4nD3J5mrtaUoB-8uqGtwybCYrDAWpnyfOtyCWOzPzgeJ0dNk6iVB1qGlkrENhptIbD-2POzK_L3ZRVVoX7ZGY1rmAibKbjEzGxNsioMWKpVCv2-TBuervYE/s2644/4.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1883" data-original-width="2644" height="103" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzXKDeWaE1zHVqyd_3OnQpVXgTmLHTKJmpp1OXj2EwlqgqtMwV2x-ZgJCft-jiEmUZB4nD3J5mrtaUoB-8uqGtwybCYrDAWpnyfOtyCWOzPzgeJ0dNk6iVB1qGlkrENhptIbD-2POzK_L3ZRVVoX7ZGY1rmAibKbjEzGxNsioMWKpVCv2-TBuervYE/w200-h143/4.jpg" width="120" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p>7. Add another thin layer of translucent liquid clay on top of the pearl powder. </span><p></p><br /><p></p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span><p></p></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1YLzj_bSbfEgnWljD1s1i_5hXvD8Npb5s9xzNKX1bwwAMF5Gei-QOiKfN2DfI02ycHRj10OxFa3OSOCjd2vB5IyitV9dPEq9IomEa2dcxgq2u-L2ik4ayGAJQeHKEjN2Xm-KRxEccPDulFx4dslFT0xF7lKH5eXsBhny9toV_g6DTsy2FGpT-cvZG/s2048/5.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="978" data-original-width="2048" height="96" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1YLzj_bSbfEgnWljD1s1i_5hXvD8Npb5s9xzNKX1bwwAMF5Gei-QOiKfN2DfI02ycHRj10OxFa3OSOCjd2vB5IyitV9dPEq9IomEa2dcxgq2u-L2ik4ayGAJQeHKEjN2Xm-KRxEccPDulFx4dslFT0xF7lKH5eXsBhny9toV_g6DTsy2FGpT-cvZG/w200-h96/5.jpg" width="150" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">8. Stack the third color of clay on top (we used translucent). <br /><p></p><p></p></span><p></p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></div>9</span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">. At this point, you could stop here and jump to step 11. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">10. Or you could cut your stack of clay in half, add a thin layer of translucent liquid clay on top of the translucent piece, and place one stack of clay on top of the other. </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">11. Gently press the layers of clay together to ensure they've attached.</span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwAriSBS4LfWDwxUKscjCcwkH8WCSm6Sk0_cFmcJRMg6-7OoVbuP6CgbWrW5quggQWoa-24TbcZVbGzmpOyO72zOwcFwlfMpWU8l09O-BfOOyzVUlZfWqy6HJXC7jne00MSknYFNkbmHseP7uPy3CtkfoTj_ACEh9eoCgJN1RJJYCakQwvGOLvlk7g/s2399/7.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1053" data-original-width="2399" height="68" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwAriSBS4LfWDwxUKscjCcwkH8WCSm6Sk0_cFmcJRMg6-7OoVbuP6CgbWrW5quggQWoa-24TbcZVbGzmpOyO72zOwcFwlfMpWU8l09O-BfOOyzVUlZfWqy6HJXC7jne00MSknYFNkbmHseP7uPy3CtkfoTj_ACEh9eoCgJN1RJJYCakQwvGOLvlk7g/w200-h88/7.jpg" width="170" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">12. Starting at one end, carefully begin to roll your clay up into a log. Note: it's okay if some sheets become longer than the others or something looks slightly out of alignment. </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGJuvoFSoVFPkAJN7RZ3x8TdGGE_IVepE_g0N3xrov07Sx3-WNKJGerkE_qi1pydpbkEhTJo4Fk7WFCwXVZmQUtlS_a6K45xHO8lFGOulDi9Z4Aee_pej4G7qTNjk0dc76k3BM3hYyZUZg6Mifvakhq2oDecEGNXQgtICnpkIBhvzcMmbAXf1MHyxn/s2973/8.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2973" data-original-width="2925" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGJuvoFSoVFPkAJN7RZ3x8TdGGE_IVepE_g0N3xrov07Sx3-WNKJGerkE_qi1pydpbkEhTJo4Fk7WFCwXVZmQUtlS_a6K45xHO8lFGOulDi9Z4Aee_pej4G7qTNjk0dc76k3BM3hYyZUZg6Mifvakhq2oDecEGNXQgtICnpkIBhvzcMmbAXf1MHyxn/w197-h200/8.jpg" width="137" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div>13. Using a rolling motion, roll and stretch your clay log until it's thinner (we stretched ours roughly 12" from one diagonal corner of our work surface to the other). </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxL9LquzJ80Fbi_RC82ZvPrsaagfN22d80YBLhLZqPfPskJLB-Ro0FZhwqZANQy6tODgHfq935_AIJ8Mi3vSEHUL5IVFD_J5bQWD4FiVZrdvKMJPqzQfr58wqmZJjZ4y26D1WKMQbWsXQJGI5iMstYEK7ime6gW1B1d_300naiOeRHg2Nje8LEGQtU/s1170/9.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1026" data-original-width="1170" height="136" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxL9LquzJ80Fbi_RC82ZvPrsaagfN22d80YBLhLZqPfPskJLB-Ro0FZhwqZANQy6tODgHfq935_AIJ8Mi3vSEHUL5IVFD_J5bQWD4FiVZrdvKMJPqzQfr58wqmZJjZ4y26D1WKMQbWsXQJGI5iMstYEK7ime6gW1B1d_300naiOeRHg2Nje8LEGQtU/w200-h176/9.jpg" width="100" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div>14. Once rolled to the desired length, bend the clay log in a back and forth motion. Then squeeze the clay back into a solid log form. </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">15. Repeat the rolling process from step 13, if desired. The more you do this, the smaller and closer the swirls will be.</span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo6UvtkyOgEM--zkyz0X-Ybj5ezBEbaG43IjFZqiDOdzB5d-U3JVYBgB-YbnARZbE9apkVtO2imdWv9squiM88tyBHr0B882vtuB2LUahJLDdCkh5r9Zg3vyvav53jltf5AodoGSRcyLn8kLU6ikVgFNmax3FjM8l3_JaeYGUABpGq9iCb70Zu58Gy/s2154/10.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1005" data-original-width="2154" height="93" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo6UvtkyOgEM--zkyz0X-Ybj5ezBEbaG43IjFZqiDOdzB5d-U3JVYBgB-YbnARZbE9apkVtO2imdWv9squiM88tyBHr0B882vtuB2LUahJLDdCkh5r9Zg3vyvav53jltf5AodoGSRcyLn8kLU6ikVgFNmax3FjM8l3_JaeYGUABpGq9iCb70Zu58Gy/w200-h93/10.jpg" width="150" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div>16. Once you have rolled and stretched the clay to your liking, form the log into a shorter square log. This can be done with your hands or by using a flat tool such as a piece of acrylic.</span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhITu0V8uE95RTSUxgfRChwXlveMnpMAdco_N_msWp2vGIWRtGun2IB31fUELtEkGnaiMs4BNxmaQ_r5uipGHLjeu9RzVTFNGhAeouFlZRfd2idp0UgRRH-vqxdLCUIJ-kK6TParD-3KtyeCNydgSR7-Zkvgs3X20nf64tieWHpYYA2wMT6hjlKsPBX/s1351/11.a.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1351" data-original-width="1292" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhITu0V8uE95RTSUxgfRChwXlveMnpMAdco_N_msWp2vGIWRtGun2IB31fUELtEkGnaiMs4BNxmaQ_r5uipGHLjeu9RzVTFNGhAeouFlZRfd2idp0UgRRH-vqxdLCUIJ-kK6TParD-3KtyeCNydgSR7-Zkvgs3X20nf64tieWHpYYA2wMT6hjlKsPBX/w191-h200/11.a.jpg" width="101" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">17. Using your tissue blade, slice your clay into pieces of a similar size. <br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">18. Take the remaining translucent clay and condition it through the clay machine ending on a thin setting. We used the 4th thickest setting on our machine. </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2xrPqNd0xrvWC7aoOeHTQMGPbOXyrC3-Oox5RXe2XLm00YPZ9ubXkCK4RJRJ8j-A9jH7wv-T15zaJED_67OthEphtm1GYubqMr7ujt1WBWRnFc6zcNerQH42S8KyhCK4-uny-P-Eb-EPEunZRGgf5nLLvMUJFvfMXcqtcZW9VH3byD0HJ0NB0byVG/s2920/13.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2920" data-original-width="2681" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2xrPqNd0xrvWC7aoOeHTQMGPbOXyrC3-Oox5RXe2XLm00YPZ9ubXkCK4RJRJ8j-A9jH7wv-T15zaJED_67OthEphtm1GYubqMr7ujt1WBWRnFc6zcNerQH42S8KyhCK4-uny-P-Eb-EPEunZRGgf5nLLvMUJFvfMXcqtcZW9VH3byD0HJ0NB0byVG/w184-h200/13.jpg" width="104" /></a></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">19. Strategically place each slice of clay on the translucent clay to form a sheet. Sometimes turning the clay around to match patterns is helpful. </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPoEAwdNiCeqarGJN_YyQQ1YVi59D0iYSPWiHoRGz4KTfItZCcfdH2bPxO49ZhVEA8b-RpY5OeAoSwAn-P-OBoVITu66weACy1kwBF3x55e_xrLEUn-MRQwUo2V-rxqU948Xyke391LFZ1zc03Sa2VtfL987zzmYZeccK1n0jRhu9gJocV7bX05FSh/s2255/14.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2255" data-original-width="1761" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPoEAwdNiCeqarGJN_YyQQ1YVi59D0iYSPWiHoRGz4KTfItZCcfdH2bPxO49ZhVEA8b-RpY5OeAoSwAn-P-OBoVITu66weACy1kwBF3x55e_xrLEUn-MRQwUo2V-rxqU948Xyke391LFZ1zc03Sa2VtfL987zzmYZeccK1n0jRhu9gJocV7bX05FSh/w156-h200/14.jpg" width="106" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">20. Once each piece has been placed on the translucent clay, carefully run your slab through the clay machine on the thickest setting. Or, you could also use your acrylic roller here.</span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">At this point, you can use your swirly slab for jewelry or any other project! Share what you've made by tagging us in your post.</span></div></div>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-9213364170183331222022-07-11T18:02:00.001-04:002022-07-11T18:02:51.287-04:00Beginner's Corner: Scrap Clay<p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">In
this edition of the pcPolyzine Beginner's Corner, we'll share some tips and tricks for using leftover and scrap polymer clay!</span></p><a name='more'></a><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-e5Uti8OfPRg/YG0WO_auOWI/AAAAAAAABTY/RGWUYZEtqpMtDiyrsfcucUXBOlac1rIYQCLcBGAsYHQ/s429/Tips_cropped.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="429" data-original-width="356" height="200" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-e5Uti8OfPRg/YG0WO_auOWI/AAAAAAAABTY/RGWUYZEtqpMtDiyrsfcucUXBOlac1rIYQCLcBGAsYHQ/w166-h200/Tips_cropped.jpg" width="166" /></a></div></span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">If you work with polymer clay, I'm sure someone has said to you (at least once) "don't throw away your scraps". Here are some ways to incorporate those raw scraps into other pieces to create amazing art!<br /></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> <br /></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b>Molds & Texture Sheets:</b></i> When you've combined enough pieces of scrap clay, you probably end up with an ugly gray or brown color. Don't worry, this clay is perfect for making your own molds or texture sheets</span></span><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">—</span>color doesn't matter here! <br /></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b>New Technique Experimentation:</b></i> What better way to learn and perfect a new technique than to use old, scrap clay! This allows you to work out the bugs in the technique as well as helping to not waste "good" clay.</span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> <i><b> <br /></b></i></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b>Base Clay:</b></i> There are many techniques and instances when you'll use a base piece of clay that will not show in the end product. Using your scrap clay as a base is a great opportunity!<br /></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b>Veneers:</b></i> Did you recently make a piece of jewelry using Mokume Gane? Don't throw those top slices away! These make great veneers to cover other scrap clay. You can easily make beads and other pieces just by placing these scrap pieces over other clay in various arrangements. <br /></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><i><b>New Colors:</b></i>
Instead of mixing all your scrap clay together to get that gray or brown color, mix colors together that will create new and unique colors to set your polymer clay work off!</span></span></div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></span><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></span></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Have other great ideas, tips, or tricks? Share them with us through </span><a href="mailto: publisher@pcpolyzine.com" style="color: black; font-family: arial;">email</a><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> or through social media on </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/pcPolyzine/" style="color: black; font-family: arial;" target="_blank">Facebook</a><span style="font-family: arial;">, </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/pcpolyzine/" style="color: black; font-family: arial;" target="_blank">Instagram</a><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">, and </span><a href="https://twitter.com/pcpolyzine?lang=en" style="color: black; font-family: arial;" target="_blank">Twitter</a><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">!</span></div>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4463736785494796050.post-83690860092099152682022-06-05T17:19:00.002-04:002022-06-05T17:19:28.520-04:00Letter from the Editor: June 2022<p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Summer is here!</span><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"></span></p><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=s200" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 0em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="200" data-original-width="200" height="100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEicRa9F-Pxk8cFpD_xElcZYWsjSGtvDCYtXa2o5_NSc1ByVfnGIcnq7GyTdpFWmtRIMfAVgVN0B7EDvVHzJ9SERolR3KU-RbKshi5A0q6uMmctPQCMXd-PRTGS1i4CfsXuWaUdWxUZaYI8agIe3W2Fj59aSetAhUnFSqoSSRSYUu9kaMt_3r-pxoht_=w200-h200" width="100" /></a></div>Now that we've officially kicked off the summer season, it's time to relax and play. What better way to do that then attend some of these upcoming clay events!<br /><br />There are still a few seats available for Jana Roberts Benson's next class which is an updated laser cut workshop. It'll be held June 25-29 via Zoom. Email <a href="mailto: jana@janarobertsbenzon.com">Jana</a> for additional details!<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">If you're in the Racine, Wisconsin area, check out the <a href="https://www.ramart.org/class/polymer-art-day/" target="_blank">Polymer Art Day Workshop: Ages 7-13</a>. This workshop will be held at the Racine Art Museum (RAM) in-person. Check out their site for additional details.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">For those of you around Atlantic Beach, FL, check out <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/polymer-clay-earrings-workshop-tickets-348498898587" target="_blank">Kira McCoy's workshop</a> about making polymer clay earrings! This workshop will be held at the Atlantic Beach Arts Market on June 16th.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Do you have an upcoming event you'd like us to share? Send us an <a href="mailto:publisher@pcpolyzine.com" target="_blank">email</a> or connect with us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pcPolyzine" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/pcpolyzine?lang=en" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, or through <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pcpolyzine/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and let us know!</div></span>Publisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00654869166256023745noreply@blogger.com0