There are so many cool surface effect techniques out there for polymer clay, and it’s fun to play and see what you can come up with.
But then, what do you do with all those lovely veneers you’ve created?
Today’s video is all about getting those technique sheets out of your stash and into a finished piece.
Whether you use mokume gane like I did, or something else, it’s sure to be satisfying.
Those who are my patrons, be sure to check out the additional Patreon-only video I made going into more detail on the sanding and construction of this bracelet.
Tools and Materials:
Clay colors I used in the mokume gane: Sculpey Soufflé Sea Glass and Royalty, Premo Sculpey Copper & Pearl
- Craft knife
- Clear quilting ruler 6 inch
- Clear quilting ruler 12 inch
- Armor All
- Toilet tissue tube
- Texturing sponge
- Liquid clay
- Pliers
- Memory wire cutters
- Piano wire, 18 gauge (found at stores that sell parts for model trains, etc.)
- Polymer clay texture plate (the one I used is no longer available, the link leads to similar items)
- Acrylic roller
- Clay blade
- 1/2 block polymer clay for alternate beads and backing
- 3mm copper beads
- elastic cord 0.8mm
- sanding pads (Cindy Leitz’s video shows how to make your own)
- denim cloth or buffing wheel
- Gilders Paste-Copper
Enjoy the video and happy creating!
Watch the Tiled Techniques Cuff Bracelet-Polymer Clay Jewelry Tutorial video at YouTube.
Okay, that is just gorgeous. I’m impressed at the number of elements and techniques you use in your jewelry. Don’t you ever get stuck in ruts like the rest of us? 😀
I do get stuck in ruts, and there are times when I don’t feel like creating. One thing I do is save inspirational ideas to Evernote in times when I am feeling creative. Then I can refer to that list and find something that suits for any moment, whether I want to do something cool or make something quick.
Also, I’ve been taking a few weeks off here and there and that helps. Like I’m recycling old Patreon content through mid-January and am looking forward to making less videos for those weeks!