Get Crafty: A Guide to the Best Polymer Clay Tutorial Websites

Get Crafty: A Guide to the Best Polymer Clay Tutorial Websites

PolymerClayTutorials.com - This website offers a wide variety of tutorials on polymer clay techniques, including caning, mokume gane, and millefiori.

The Blue Bottle Tree - This website offers a wide range of polymer clay tutorials, including tutorials on making beads, pendants, and other jewelry.

The Polymer Clay Pit - This website offers a wide range of tutorials on polymer clay techniques, including caning, mokume gane, and millefiori.

Lisa Pavelka - This website offers a wide range of polymer clay tutorials, including tutorials on making beads, pendants, and other jewelry.

Polymer Clay Daily - This website offers a wide range of polymer clay tutorials, including tutorials on caning, mokume gane, and millefiori.

Polymer Clay Tutor - This website offers a wide range of tutorials on polymer clay techniques, including caning, mokume gane, and millefiori.

The Polymer Clay Studio - This website offers a wide range of tutorials on polymer clay techniques, including caning, mokume gane, and millefiori.

Craftsy - This website offers a wide range of polymer clay tutorials, including tutorials on making beads, pendants, and other jewelry.

YouTube - there are many channels that offer polymer clay tutorials, such as "The Blue Bottle Tree" and "Polymer Clay Tutor"

Pinterest - there are many boards that have polymer clay tutorials, where you can find inspiration and instructions for your next project

Please note that some of these websites might not be accessible in all countries, but it's always worth to check if they have a mirror site or if they offer a way to access their content through a VPN.

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The Clay Revolution: A Beginner's Guide to Polymer Clay

Polymer clay is a type of modeling clay that is made from a combination of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and plasticizers. It is a versatile and easy-to-use medium that can be shaped and molded into a wide variety of forms, and it is particularly popular among crafters and artists.

One of the most notable features of polymer clay is that it can be baked in a conventional oven at low temperatures, typically between 265 and 275 degrees Fahrenheit. This process, known as curing or baking, causes the clay to harden and take on a durable, solid form. The finished product is a lightweight and strong material that can be sanded, drilled, carved, and painted.

Another advantage of polymer clay is that it is available in a wide range of colors, which can be mixed and blended to create new shades. Some popular brands of polymer clay include Fimo, Sculpey, and Kato Polyclay.

There are many different techniques and methods for working with polymer clay, such as conditioning, caning, mokume gane, millefiori, and mica shift.

Conditioning is the process of warming and softening the clay to make it more pliable. Caning is the process of rolling out a long, thin log of clay and then slicing it into thin sheets, which can be used to create patterns and designs. Mokume gane is a technique that involves layering different colors of clay and then slicing through the layers to reveal a unique pattern. Millefiori is a technique that involves creating small, intricate designs using thin slices of colored clay. Mica shift is a technique that involves adding mica powder to the clay to create a metallic or pearlescent effect.

Polymer clay is used to create a wide range of items, including jewelry, home decor, and miniature sculptures. Some of the most popular items include beads, pendants, pins, and figurines.

In addition to its versatility and ease of use, polymer clay is also relatively inexpensive, making it an accessible medium for both professional artists and hobbyists.

Overall, polymer clay is a popular and versatile medium that is well-suited for a wide range of creative applications. Its unique properties, such as its ability to be baked and its wide range of colors, make it a great choice for crafters, artists, and hobbyists of all skill levels.

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Polymer Clay 101: The Basics of Shaping, Baking, and Decorating with Polymer Clay

HOW TO USE POLYMER CLAY

1. First, condition the polymer clay by kneading it until it becomes soft and pliable. This ensures that the clay is easy to work with and will not crack while being shaped.

2. Next, select the desired shape and size for your project. You can use a variety of tools such as cutters, molds, or even your hands to shape the clay.

3. Once you have shaped the clay to your desired form, you can add details and textures to it using various tools such as stamps, texture plates, or even a toothpick.

4. After you are satisfied with the shape and design of your project, it is ready to be baked. Preheat your oven to the recommended temperature on the clay packaging, typically 265°F (130°C) and bake for 15 minutes per 1/4 inch (6mm) thickness.

5. Once the polymer clay has cooled, you can add any additional details or paint it as desired.

6. You can also use a variety of techniques to create different effects, such as mokume gane, caning, or millefiori.

7. To finish your piece, you can use a sealant to give it a glossy or matte finish.

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Polymer Clay Envelope Sealer

Gold Polymer Clay Envelope Sealer

Event: Wedding

Theme: Lord of the Rings

Size: 1.25" (diameter) 

    

ABS-CBN CDO PRE-FIESTA EVENT

#nowhappening get your freebies!

Posted by Goodie BOX Crafts on Thursday, August 6, 2015

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POLYMER CLAY CRAFT @IPREP BOUTIQUE SCHOOL

Hooray! for another fun afternoon with kids at I-Prep or Integrated Preparatory Boutique School. You can't help but be in love with these kids. Super enjoyed teaching them how to create their own name tags out of polymer clay. The kids sang together songs from the movie 'Frozen' which I am sure they have seen it for a million times while doing the craft. Although they have different personalities, their innocence captivates me, leading me back to my own childhood days. 

I was also reminded that adults have a very big role in molding their kids to become good adults in the future by simply bringing happiness to their lives.

Thanks  I-Prep!

WOULD YOU LIKE TO HAVE A FUN WORKSHOP LIKE THIS IN YOUR SCHOOL? COMMENT BELOW OR EMAIL US AT mygoodieboxcrafts@gmail.com

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FREE POLYMER CLAY CRAFT IN CENTRIO AYALA MALL

May 1, 2014 - Goodie Box Crafts conducted the Basic Polymer Clay Craft: creating necklace name tags out of polymer clay. Excited children ages 6-12 years old joined for free, courtesy of Centrio Ayala Mall and it was another day of fun and enjoyment.

While waiting for their clays being baked in the oven toaster, the kids were asked to sing songs from the movie 'Frozen'.  "Let it Go" has been the kids' anthem ever since 'Frozen' and everybody was singing. Passers by can't help but put smiles on their faces, seeing kids singing along.

I won't be conducting the last two arts and crafts workshops, but I bet another batch of kids will be glad to join and have fun again. It's not too late for you kids out there.  The next schedule will be on May 8 and May 15, 2014 at 2:00pm, 2nd floor, Centrio Ayala Mall, Cagayan de Oro City. 

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BASIC POLYMER CLAY CRAFT WORKSHOP 1 - 2014

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MINIONS OUT OF POLYMER CLAY

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ADVENTURE TIME KEY CHAINS

HAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY TO SHAWN ALLAIN :)

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SUMMER HILL PRE-SCHOOL POLYMER CLAY WORKSHOP

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MINIATURE SERIES 01

 

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POLYMER CLAY CRAFT WORKSHOP DEC2012

I just had the opportunity to conduct a one-on-one basic polymer clay craft workshop with Ms Leonor Calo who is the President of PhilExport Caraga.

It really was an honor and very humbling for me since she enjoyed doing the workshop so much. Thanks so much for the trust and I really pray for your success in pursuing polymer clay in your business. What a Merry Christmas for Goodie Box Crafts to be given this opportunity.

I would also like to thank Chingkee Te of Chingkee Tea House for the venue. The place was just right for our workshop and we hope to do more workshops in your place in the year 2013. GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!

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POLYMER CLAY KEY CHAINS

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POLYMER CLAY REF MAGNETS AND KEY CHAINS

I just can't get enough making ref magnets and key chains out of polymer clay. Got an order of personalized stuff and enjoyed (as usual) making them.

Got addicted taking pictures: find more of them in my fb page: mygoodieboxcrafts

 Steampunk key chains for the boys....

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WORDLESS THURSDAY

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POLYMER CLAY CRAFT LIVELIHOOD WORKSHOP

The Municipality of Medina is conducting a livelihood workshop entitled: “Polymer Clay Craft & Livelihood Workshop for Souvenir Item Making” on July 28, 29, 30, 2011 at Pelaez Ancestral House, Medina, Misamis Oriental.

With the strong effor...ts of our LGU Tourism headed by our Tourism Officer, Mylene P. Huerto in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry Misamis Oriental, this 3-day activity will pave the way for providing livelihood to the people of Medina.

Participants will be taught how to create souvenir items out of polymer clay, incorporating our own rich indigenous materials found in our municipality. These unique creations will proudly reflect the true beauty and bounty of Medina which is just one of the steps in strengthening Medina’s promotion on the Eco-tourism industry.

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Lessons I've learned as a Trade Exhibitor during the ALPHA PHI OMEGA BIENNIAL CONVENTION 2011

Last May 26 - 29, 2011 was the Alpha Phi Omega Biennial Convention which was held here in our City of Golden Friendship, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.

Goodie Box Crafts & Accessories had a table top exhibit and I really thought it was not a good decision for me to join their exhibit. The first day gave us very little sales and prayed that it will be the opposite in the next three more days to come.

Well, the Lord heard us and strategized a bit to achieve breakeven or even at least an income at that. I was happy of the outcome and learned so many things along the way. Joining trade exhibits also has its ups and downs and this was our second test run in joining trade exhibits in a convention.

Lessons I have learned:
1. Know the people who will be attending the convention - APO community were mostly men but in the last 2 days of the convention, young women and APO moms increased in number. Still, dominated the convention as we see it.
2. Know what other exhibitors are selling.
3. Attend exhibitor's briefing so that your needs will be met like electricity in the venue since I am using an oven toaster.
4. Proper location in the trade exhibit venue - 'location, location, location' still applies here, just like having your own shop somewhere, where there should be high magnitude of traffic so that your products will be seen.
5. Proper lighting - our location was okay, but had really poor lighting. We were selling small accessories, so we brought lamps with us in the 2nd day of the exhibit. It did work. Yellow lamp of my tita was effective in drawing more customers.
6. Manpower is also crucial - to accommodate customers with a convention that is attended by more or less 5,000 delegates.
7. Not just sit and wait but call out to customers.
8. Fraternity/Sorority convention delegates loves to buy #1-souvenir shirts, #2-souvenir items like mugs, button pins, key chains, ref magnets, stickers, and anything that has their seal, coat of arms in it.
9. Keep watch of undisciplined, not so good, abusive customers.
10. Smile though your heart is aching :)

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