Alcohol Ink Classes starting in January 2017 What a beautiful way to begin the new year. Starting on January 18 for 4 weeks, artist/instructor Diane Marcotte will be teaching another series of workshops. Lucky for us, her classes are local here in Oakville, Ontario. The classes will be held at the…
Read MoreDo you ever see a product on a website and wonder “How can these be used?” I think everyone asks this question, at least occasionally. Here is how one customer, Vanessa Yanow used our concave brass bracelet forms. Such a gentle, kind, homey feel but with much sophistication thrown in to…
Read MoreUsing Gelli Plates to create your own DIY Ornaments and Gift Tags is easy and fun! I just watched this video so now I am totally stoked. You only need a few items to begin. You don’t even need the small shaped Gelli plates if you don’t have them. Just…
Read MoreWe now carry Fimo Professional, Fimo Effects and Fimo Deco Gel and Glaze, People are loving the new Professional Polymer clay (formerly Classic). It is so easy to condition, holds fine detail so well, it’s both strong and flexible when cured and the colours are so vibrant. No wonder so…
Read MoreCome see us at the Grand River Bead Society Show and Sale this Saturday and Sunday! We will have a large sampling of our products for sale and we will also be doing a demo of the CaBezel Molds! We’d love to see you there! Look here for more details…
Read MoreOrganize your Alcohol Inks Just in case you missed it, here is the link to download the color chart for the Adirondack Alcohol ink colors. Keep it close by where you work with your inks. That way, if the bottles get messy and you can no longer read…
Read MoreMore ideas for using Alcohol inks. The Iconic Mason Jar, first invented and patented in 1858 by John Landis Mason. I’ll bet he had no idea how much his beloved canning jars would be revered in future centuries (especially because food is no longer the main focus). Here is a tutorial for welcoming…
Read MoreThe Polymer Arts Magazine Fall 2016 Issue is now in stock at Shades of Clay. This is another issue you don’t want to miss. It is all about Simplicity & Serenity. •Mastering Simplicity in Design •Building Beautiful Bangles by Julie Cleveland •Creating Polymer Mandalas by Anke Humpert •The Many Uses…
Read MoreGail Garbe is known for her whimsical little characters that seem to appear out of nowhere. They could be hiding on the side of any container she can get her hands on. I stumbled upon these sweet little guys adorning some purse hangers. Imagine the looks you will get when you…
Read MoreIf you are in the Toronto area and have been looking for classes using Alcohol Inks than this may interest you! The instructor is Elaine Kalmbach, she has several different gorgeous techniques to share. REGISTER NOW FOR FALL SESSIONS! TUESDAY Workshop: September 13, 20 & 27 — 6:30 to 9 pm…
Read MoreCanvas Fragments The largest and boldest CaBezel molds yet—
Canvas Fragments are made to showcase your art in sculptural, statement-making forms. Includes both bezel and matching cabochon molds. Available in 8 distinct shapes. Each shape comes with its own paper template to use as a viewfinder and a guide for tracing. Watch the short 3 part video series here.
Sculpey Clay transfers in two styles — Geometric and Botanical.
A simple way to add clean, detailed pattern to your polymer clay surfaces. Choose your style from the dropdown below.
Scratching the Surface – Online Studio Workshop
A 90-minute self-paced studio workshop exploring painterly surface design with polymer clay, paint, and wood blanks. Instant access upon purchase. Find out more here and also see description below for more details.
Unfinished wood blanks in round and square shapes, available in multiple sizes.
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Perfect as jewelry bases or mini art panels for polymer clay, painting, encaustic, collage, and mixed media.
Unfinished wood blanks in round and square shapes, available in multiple sizes.
Click drop down menu and then see the image for size. Smooth, sturdy wood blanks perfect for polymer clay jewelry and surface design
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