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Letting Go of Perfection in Your Creative Process
When I first started working with clay, I thought “perfect” was the goal. I’d spend hours sanding every little edge until it looked flawless, convinced that was what made something...
Letting Go of Perfection in Your Creative Process
When I first started working with clay, I thought “perfect” was the goal. I’d spend hours sanding every little edge...
How Can You Sculpt Miniature Scenes That Look “Lived In”?
There’s something homey about a space that makes you feel its presence. A place that feels lived in, that has a soul. But when sculpting, there’s a fine line between...
How Can You Sculpt Miniature Scenes That Look “Lived In”?
There’s something homey about a space that makes you feel its presence. A place that feels lived in, that has...
Clay, Creativity, and Vision Loss
Don’t ever let what others call an “inability” define you.We are more than our limitations. We are creators, artists, and problem solvers. Sometimes, what seems like a limit can lead...
Clay, Creativity, and Vision Loss
Don’t ever let what others call an “inability” define you.We are more than our limitations. We are creators, artists, and...
The Differences of Polymer Clay and Air-Dry Clay
In the last 4 years of creating 3D cups, I’ve used both polymer clay and air-dry clay. While both are popular modeling material, there are differences. I've learned that some...
The Differences of Polymer Clay and Air-Dry Clay
In the last 4 years of creating 3D cups, I’ve used both polymer clay and air-dry clay. While both are...
It’s All in the Detail – The Little Things That Bring Your Sculptures to...
Have you ever found yourself staring at a sculpture or painting thinking “wow, this feels so alive and real!” and then wondered how on earth the artist achieved that? Have...
It’s All in the Detail – The Little Things That Bring Your Sculptures to...
Have you ever found yourself staring at a sculpture or painting thinking “wow, this feels so alive and real!” and...
New Color Tuesday! Introducing new Sculpey Soufflé™ Succulent
Let me just say that I grow a LOT of Succulents and THIS color is perfectly named! It has the perfect blend of green and grey that you can’t quite...
New Color Tuesday! Introducing new Sculpey Soufflé™ Succulent
Let me just say that I grow a LOT of Succulents and THIS color is perfectly named! It has the...
What I've Learned About Pursuing a Professional Career in the Arts
After many years of pursuing a professional career in the arts I have both failed, succeeded and learned many things along the way. Not only about running a small business...
What I've Learned About Pursuing a Professional Career in the Arts
After many years of pursuing a professional career in the arts I have both failed, succeeded and learned many things...
Preparing for Seasonal Markets and Events
I was recently asked where I look for inspiration for seasonal themes, how far ahead of an event or show I started to prepare, and what my marketing strategies are?...
Preparing for Seasonal Markets and Events
I was recently asked where I look for inspiration for seasonal themes, how far ahead of an event or show...
Using Silkscreens on Polymer Clay
Applying patterns and designs using silkscreen is a simple way to make a big impact on your polymer clay creations. The technique is very simple, and is great for both beginner...
Using Silkscreens on Polymer Clay
Applying patterns and designs using silkscreen is a simple way to make a big impact on your polymer clay creations. The...
Managing Your Time to Create Multiples and Special Orders
Effective time management is critical for anyone involved in crafts, design or custom manufacturing. Creating differentiated orders at the same time requires precise organization and a well-defined workflow to ensure...
Managing Your Time to Create Multiples and Special Orders
Effective time management is critical for anyone involved in crafts, design or custom manufacturing. Creating differentiated orders at the same...
New Color Tuesday! Introducing Sculpey Premo™ Light Lime
Ohhhh, will I am typically not a big fan of pastel colors, THIS new Premo™ color has really captured a spot in my little clay color heart! The color of...
New Color Tuesday! Introducing Sculpey Premo™ Light Lime
Ohhhh, will I am typically not a big fan of pastel colors, THIS new Premo™ color has really captured a...
Using Clay Scraps
One of the more commonly asked questions I receive as a maker is what I do with these leftover clay scraps from my projects? I have come up with a...
Using Clay Scraps
One of the more commonly asked questions I receive as a maker is what I do with these leftover clay...