I’ve been using a visual diary, on and off for a few years now – probably more off than on to be honest. I’ve been using it more and more lately and find the process of writing/drawing/creating in my diary very relaxing. In this time of great menopause anxiety anything to help me relax is…
I’ve been using Kato Liquid Clay in the studio for a very long time and have to say it’s one of my favourite products. I use it as a sealer, as a glue, I use it to create decorative surface techniques, I mix things into it…the list goes on. It took me a long time…
The selection process for the Griffith National Contemporary Art Jewellery Awards 2018 has just taken place and unfortunately my piece wasn’t selected. I can now share my entry with everyone. The National Contemporary Art Jewellery Awards are part of the Objects Art Forum being held in August this year. I’m heading over to Griffith to…
Hi all, I’ve been busy lately organising files, samples, laptop images etc and came across a bangle tutorial I created for Australian Beading magazine about 10 years ago. I’m going to share the images here but must point out they’re not the best quality!! You’ll get the basic idea. Now I’m sure many of you…
It’s been a bit quiet in the studio lately as hubby and I have just got back from an awesome trip to the UK. I was lucky enough to teach at Polymania this year and have to say what an exceptional event this one was (more about that in an upcoming blog post). During the…
I’ve been exploring the wonderful world of stencils lately and experimented with creating my own. Now I know you can purchase fancy equipment to create custom stencils but they are veeeerrrryyyy expensive and I wanted to try and make a stencil with what I had in the studio already. Well I started thinking about creating…
Who doesn’t love rummaging through the recycled jewellery at second hand stores and garage sales looking for those special treasures to upcycle? I just love it and get so excited when I find something that’s pretty unique. I’ve always collected bits and pieces and used recycled beads and various other parts in finished jewellery pieces…
I recently posted a video tutorial showing how I created a veneer using scrappy stripes, embossing powder and texture. You can access the YouTube video tutorial here: Polymer Clay Veneer with Embossing Powder and Texture and this is what you’ll end up with. It occurred to me some of you may not know how to…
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