Oh it really is time to relax!! Let me share with you my creative, relaxing process. Visual Diary Exploration Is there a relationship between what you create and how it makes you feel? This is a question I had never really contemplated before. My desire to explore this saw me pull out the visual diary…
Tutorial: Polymer Clay, Moiko Silkscreens and Mica Powder
Using mica powder with a silkscreen can create some stunning effects, especially if you’re using a dark coloured clay. I find I much prefer mica powders on a darker clay surface and this process is no exception. The process I’ve used here is almost identical to the chalk pastel/powders but I’m going to show you…
Inspiration – Upcycling Jewellery
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…
Tutorial – Scrappy Stripes
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…
Workshops – Griffith 2018
Gosh it seems so long ago now and I’m only just getting around to doing the blogpost for the Griffith workshops 2018. I must thank the Griffith Regional Art Gallery, in particular Raina Savage for organising and co-ordinating these workshops. Also a huge thanks to Anthea for doing so much and for driving me around. …
Polymer Clay Work – Shaman Inspired Necklace
I’ve always loved Shaman type necklaces or jewelry. Anything grungy, earthy, ethnic, tribal….these are all words that sing to me when I think of jewelry. I love this style, probably more so than any other but seldom create anything using this theme – well kind of, but very understated. I’ve always wanted to create something…
Inspiration – Driftwood and Sea Urchin Spine Necklace
Hi everyone, I love to collect stuff. I love to collect all sorts of bits and pieces. I have boxes and bags and crates full of it – all labelled by the way, so I know where it goes!! I’ve been given lots of treasures over the years and you know, I remember every piece…
Polymer Clay Work – Silkwater Spash Tutorial Pieces
It’s almost time for a new tutorial. I’ve been playing around with a very cool “painting” technique on raw polymer clay over the last few months and have decided I love it so much I’ll create a tutorial showcasing the technique. I was hoping to have the tutorial finished by now but I’ve been waiting…