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Sale on Several Sculpey Tools and Accessories

So Many Sculpey Tools and Accessories on SALE now.

Posted on January 28, 2020 at 1:00 pm by / Front Page / 0

We’re having a sale on some of the Sculpey accessories that we will no longer be carrying. Get them before they’re gone. Sale prices are visible on each qualifying item. Remember we have flat rate ship costs everywhere in Canada. Sale ends at midnight on Sunday February 2 2020 (EST)….

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DIY Glass Coaster Sets

Glass Coasters to Embellish. Great gift idea.

Posted on January 21, 2020 at 9:19 pm by / Front Page / 0

Coaster Art is still going strong! Perfect for gift giving. Make personalized coasters, wall art or shelf art.  So many possibilities.  Use clay, alcohol ink, silk screens, texture stamps, resin and more! Apply rubber dots (or similar) to bottoms of glass once project is completed. Glass Coaster Blanks 4″x 4″…

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Translucent Cernit Polymer Clay

Cernit Translucent Now in STOCK!

Posted on January 9, 2020 at 9:45 pm by / Front Page / 0

Cernit Polymer Clay We now have ALL of the Cernit translucent colours in stock. They are gorgeous and the level of transparency  tops other brands (IMHO). We are offering all 14 colours as a set at a discount just like we did with the Cernit Metallic colours. You can find…

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The New Pinata Overtones Exciter Pack is here!

Posted on September 4, 2019 at 12:52 pm by / Front Page / 0

You can order the NEW Pinata Overtones Exciter pack today!! We will be shipping them Monday September 9th! (if not sooner). You can find them here. Watch the video here. Try using alcohol ink with ArtResin for amazing results. Watch the video here. Have fun! Please note: we can only…

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Do you teach classes in the GTA

Do You Teach Workshops in the GTA?

Posted on August 21, 2019 at 12:39 pm by / Front Page / 0

Do you teach classes or workshops near the GTA? That’s the Greater Toronto Area for those of you living outside of it 🙂 Many of you know that Shades of Clay is located in Oakville, ON and we get asked all of the time for info about nearby workshops. We’re…

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Daffodils by Sharen AK Harris free alcohol ink tutorial

Free Landscape Tutorial by Sharen AK Harris

Posted on August 15, 2019 at 10:30 am by / Front Page / 0

I came across this landscape tutorial today (pictured below) and thought it was worth sharing. Sharen is an alcohol ink artist/teacher and  a fan of the Tim Holtz Hard Core Art Panels. One of the reasons is because they don’t stain like some other substrates can. I’ll let you read…

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Cernit Polymer Clay at Shades of Clay

Cernit Polymer Clay is available NOW!!

Posted on July 31, 2019 at 11:15 am by / Front Page / 0

It has been a long time coming but it’s finally here. We had so many requests for the Cernit Metallic polymer clay that we just had to bring it in for you. You can find all o our Cernit here. There 14 metallic colours in all: Champagne, Gold, Green Gold,…

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Acrylic pour on coaster blanks by Pearl Blay

Free tutorial-Acrylic Pour on Coaster Blanks

Posted on July 30, 2019 at 8:10 am by / Front Page / 0

Free tutorial-Acrylic Pour on Coaster Blanks Pearl Blay of the Beading Gem shows how to use our coaster blanks as the base for an acrylic pour. She achieved beautiful results. These coasters make fantastic gifts mom’s, dad’s, housewarmings… Check her blog post here. Pearl has so much to share.  You…

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Please take our survey!

Posted on May 30, 2019 at 11:21 am by / Front Page / 0

  Since 2002 when Shades of Clay started this creative journey with you, we’ve grown to serve more than just our polymer clay community!   Without all of you, we wouldn’t still be here 17 years later! We value your opinion and we hope  you will be willing to answer some…

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Just a spring update

3 Young Robins May 2019

Posted on May 28, 2019 at 11:12 am by / Uncategorized / 2 Comments

The Perfection of Mother Nature If you subscribe to our newsletter than you may have already seen the image below. It was taken just outside my mom’s back door. I returned to mom’s house this past weekend, (exactly 2 weeks after I snapped that pic). I have attached a short…

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Order your Alcohol Ink Pearls NOW

Alcohol Ink Pearls Ready to order NOW!!

Posted on February 6, 2019 at 8:34 pm by / Front Page / 0

Tim Holtz Brand New Alcohol Ink Pearls and New Substrates will be here VERY SOON!! Our order will arrive Feb 15th (possibly sooner). You can place your orders today. PLEASE NOTE:If your order contains ANY of the new products that we are still waiting for, your entire order will be HELD…

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The Polymer Studio Magazine Issue #1 2019

The Polymer Studio Magazine is here!

Posted on January 31, 2019 at 12:20 pm by / Front Page / 0

Well, almost. It will arrive here in the next few days and ship to you this Monday Feb 3rd!!! It promises to be an inspiring first issue with tips and techniques sure to please, no matter where you are on your creative journey! You can find it here. On sale…

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Gilders Paste is Back!

Gilders Paste Wax back by Popular demand!

Posted on January 4, 2019 at 11:02 pm by / Front Page / 0

Gilders Paste Wax We’ve had other colourants over the years but nothing compares to Gilders Paste. Use it on so many different surface to transform them into something gorgeous. We have 24 colours to choose from. See them all here. This product stands the test of time.

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No Shipping Dec 13th or 14th

No Shipping for us on Dec 13th or 14th

Posted on December 3, 2018 at 2:26 pm by / Front Page / 0

We strive to ship all orders within 48 hrs after receiving them. We can even boast that we can get many out within 24 hrs (as long as they aren’t placed after noon on a Friday). We typically ship every Monday, Wednesday and Friday unless a long weekend dictates otherwise….

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canada post strike

Canada Post Rotating Strikes

Posted on November 14, 2018 at 9:38 pm by / Front Page / 0

So far there doesn’t seem to be an end in sight.  Our first thought when they announced that the  strikes would be rotating, was that the impact would be minimal on our customers.  Now as several days have passed, the impact is being felt as they are back logged. We…

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New Pewter Bails from Bead Fest

Sooo? What about Bead Fest 2018?

Posted on September 17, 2018 at 3:36 pm by / Front Page / 0

We’re back from Bead Fest in Philadelphia PA (ok, so it’s been a few weeks now). We found some wonderful pewter bails amongst all of the beads, beads and more beads. I even found some huge ones to fit over our super-sized 12.7 mm Buna cord. Patti had her preferences…

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Spectrum Noir Finesse Alcohol Proof Ink Pad -Black

NEW Alcohol Ink Proof Stamp Pad!

Posted on September 13, 2018 at 3:46 pm by / Front Page / 0

Spectrum Noir Finesse-Alcohol Proof Ink Pad-BLACK Have you seen this yet? Designed to work with alcohol based markers and inks. No more smearing! Now you can stamp your images or designs and not have to worry abuot your alcohol inks smearing them! This Spectrum Noir Finesse Alcohol-Proof Dye Ink Pad…

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Best Flexible Molds and Texture Mats- Clearance

We’re Clearing them out!

Posted on August 6, 2018 at 10:21 pm by / Front Page, News and Information / 0

Don’t miss out! SAVE $3.00 on each one! We’re clearing out all of our Best Flexible Push Molds AND Texture Mats! They are such great products. If you haven’t tried them yet, now’s the time. The molds work so well with polymer clay, metal clay, air dry clay and resin!….

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ArtResin Clear Epoxy

We Carry ArtResin!

Posted on January 29, 2018 at 8:54 am by / Front Page / 0

We are now carrying ArtResin in 2 sizes. 8oz and 32oz. ArtResin’s formula is crystal clear and non-toxic. You can find it here. Watch this video to see the great results and see just how easy it is to use!  

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Happy Holidays

Holidays Hours/Closing

Posted on December 19, 2017 at 12:07 am by / Front Page, News and Information / 0

We would like to take this time to wish all of You a Wonderful Holiday Season. We hope that you are able to slow down to spend some time with your family and friends and appreciate the little things in life. We appreciate YOU! Thank you for making 2017 such…

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Save 20% on all FIMO!!

Posted on November 22, 2017 at 2:40 pm by / Front Page, News and Information / 0

Find the Fimo Here Chalk Pastels by Staedtler are also 20% off Sale Ends Friday Nov 24th at Midnight EST. Applies to in-stock items only. No Back-orders. Watch this video and see how easy it is to use the colour mixing system. (Chart included with every True professional Blending Kit)…

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Free Giveaway!

Posted on November 14, 2017 at 12:24 pm by / Front Page / 0

Win the CaBezel Mold of your choice! Pearl over at The Beading Gem blog just finished her review of the new Holy CaBezel Jewelry Molds. She does a quick tutorial and gives her tips for cutting. She even shows how she used 2 part epoxy type clay for some of the…

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Tim Holtz Alcohol Ink Kits

Alcohol Inks-Current Available Kits

Posted on October 23, 2017 at 11:20 pm by / Front Page, News and Information / 0

Here is the updated list of the Tim Holtz Alcohol Ink Kits You may have noticed that some colours have been discontinued. Juniper, Hazelnut, Raisin and Pesto are no longer available. The Woodlands and Mountain Vineyard sets have also been discontinued. The 2 metallic sets are still available (Silver and…

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Created by Betsy Baker Stonehouse Studio

So Many Beautiful Bangles!

Posted on June 26, 2017 at 12:11 pm by / Front Page, Uncategorized / 0

I’m sure you have noticed the recent surge in popularity of stacked bracelets and bangles. Brass bracelet forms have been elevated to new heights thanks to some polymer clay artists. The examples below were all created by Betsy Baker of Stonehouse Studio. If you missed our other blog post featuring…

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Interchangeable Snap Pendant Necklace Carolyn Good

No Magnets? No Problem!

Posted on June 5, 2017 at 12:02 pm by / Front Page / 0

Innovation-so Good Carolyn Good (of 2 Good Claymates) recently purchased Helen Breil’s latest tutorial looking for some surface technique inspiration. If you aren’t familiar with Helen’s latest tutorial it is all about change,  being able to change-out your pendants with your favorite chain and vice versa. However, whereas Helen used…

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Metal Forms And Things to cover with Clay

Stainless Steel Forms for Polymer Clay-Endless Possibilities

Posted on May 13, 2017 at 10:34 pm by / Front Page / 0

These stainless steels forms have endless possibilities for your Polymer Clay Designs As you already know when you work with polymer clay, nothing from your surroundings is excluded from potentially becoming a part of the next project! Polymer fiends have been spotted in public capturing impressions in clay from anythiing including a…

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CaBezel Pendant by Pearl Blay

The CaBezels Get a Great Review

Posted on February 7, 2017 at 8:56 pm by / Uncategorized / 0

The Beading Gem meets the CaBezel Molds Back in November, Shades of Clay decided  that it might be a great idea to take part in the Grand River Bead Society’s annual show and sale. After all, we know just how great polymer clay is for creating beads and jewelry and since…

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Lost-and-Found (Alcohol Inks)

New Alcohol Ink Class Starting Soon

Posted on March 16, 2016 at 11:27 am by / News and Information / 0

At Shades of Clay we love to help connect artists and crafters with classes and events going on around you that you might not otherwise be aware of. Here in Oakville Ontario, we have several artists and teachers nearby. Alcohol inks have exploded in popularity! There are so vibrant and…

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Love is in the Air at Shades of Clay

Posted on February 2, 2016 at 11:25 pm by / News and Information / 0

Shades of Clay – “ Love is in the Air” At the beginning of January, I contemplated making New Year’s resolutions……. needless to say, I quickly got over that idea. Instead I started thinking about the month of February. So what is February all about? Valentine’s Day is always in…

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Feather Boa Jewelry by Japheth McKinney

Faux Metal

Posted on September 8, 2015 at 6:38 pm by / Uncategorized / 0

We all know that polymer clay is a great chameleon. It can take on the look of glass, ivory, wood and metal. I’ll admit, a lot of the jewelry I make has the look of metal. Much of the time, I find myself using scrap clay to create the base…

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New! Cernit Metallics Open Stock Polymer Clay Quick View

Cernit Metallic Polymer Clay (14 colours available 56g)

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Cernit Metallic Polymer Clay The Cernit metallic range has 14 colours available in 56 gram packages. See a great video by Ana Belchi here. Colours include; Champagne, Gold, Green Gold, Pink Gold, Rich Gold, Turquoise Gold, Antique Gold, Copper, Bronze, Antique Bronze, Silver, Steel, Hematite, Rust Cernit Colour Chart Purchase all 14 colours here as a set and save. Ana Belchi has been kind enough to let us use photos of her work. See below for workshop and tutorial info offered by Ana.
$4.99 H.S.T.Select options
Sale!New! Out of stock Cernit Metallics Set of all 14 Quick View

Cernit Metallic Polymer Clay – Set of all 14 colours X 56g

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Cernit Metallic Polymer Clay Set of all 14 Colours The Cernit metallic range has 14 colours available in 56 gram packages. See a great video by Ana Belchi here. Colours include:Champagne, Gold, Green Gold, Pink Gold, Rich Gold, Turquoise Gold, Antique Gold, Copper, Bronze, Antique Bronze, Silver, Steel, Hematite, Rust Cernit Colour Chart Purchase all 14 colours as a set and save. Ana Belchi has been kind enough to let us use photos of her work. See below for workshop and tutorial info offered by Ana.
$69.86 $63.00 H.S.T.Read more
New! Cernit Polymer Clay 250g Quick View

Cernit Polymer Clay 250 gram blocks

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Cernit Polymer Clay  250 gram packages- A premium polymer clay imported from Belgium We have the most common colours in 250 gram packages. Presently available: Translucent, Number One Opaque White and Black. If there is a demand for the entire line we will bring it in. Cernit Colour Chart See below for workshop and tutorial info offered by Ana.
$15.99 H.S.T.Select options
Sale!New! Cernit Polymer Clay Bundle Quick View

Cernit Polymer Clay – Bundle – Set of 13 colours 56g each

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Cernit Polymer Clay Bundle of 13-56g  Colours We currently carry 10 Cernit Number 1 colours and the 3 Opaline primary colours. We have bundled them together at a discount. They can all be mixed to create an endless colour palette. Number 1-White, Black, Turquoise Green, Orange, Purple, Xmas Red, Brown, Fuchsia, Green, Yellow Opaline-Magenta 460, Primary Blue 261, Primary Yellow 717 Cernit Colour Chart Ana Belchi has been kind enough to let us use photos of her work. See a great video by Ana Belchi here. See below for workshop and tutorial info offered by Ana.
$64.87 $59.00 H.S.T.Add to cart
New! Cernit Polymer Clay Quick View

Cernit Polymer Clay NUMBER ONE 56g

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Cernit Polymer Clay Number One 56 gram packages Opaque and matte Cernit Number One colors are the basics to start with polymer clay! We are introducing a small selection of basic colours from the Number One group of Cernit polymer clay. Presently available: Opaque White, Black, Xmas Red, Green, Turquoise Green Yellow, Orange, Fuchsia and Purple. If their is a demand for the entire line we will bring it in. Cernit Colour Chart See below for workshop and tutorial info offered by Ana.
$4.99 H.S.T.Select options
Cernit Polymer Clay 56g Open Stock Quick View

Cernit Translucent Polymer Clay -56g Open Stock

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Cernit Translucent Polymer Clay  56 g Amazingly translucent. You asked so we brought in the entire line of translucent colours. Give it a try! Ana Belchi has been kind enough to let us use photos of her work. See below for workshop and tutorial info offered by Ana.
$4.99 H.S.T.Select options
New! Folded Circle Crimp End Quick View

Folded Circle Crimp End Pack of 20 pcs

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Folded Circle Crimp End Pack of 20 pcs- Silver Plate Great for finishing off bracelets 25mm wide or less.  Also great for earrings.
$19.99 H.S.T.Add to cart
Krylon Leafing Pen 18KT Gold Quick View

Krylon 18 Kt Gold Leafing Pen

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KRYLON-Leafing Pens are sleek and ideal for all types of creative detailing. Great for use with your alcohol ink projects and polymer clay. The Unique valve system allows for dispensing paint in a smooth, controlled flow. Ideal for embellishing many different craft projects. 1 Gold leafing pen.
$12.99 H.S.T.Add to cart
New! Quick Cure Clay Pearl Powders Set of 8 Quick View

QCC Pearl Powders Set of 8 Colours .25oz each

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Quick Cure Clay Pearl Powders .25 oz X 8 Add a lustrous glow and accents to clay (including polymer clay) and mixed media projects with a colorful assortment of QuickCure Clay Pearl Powders. Pearl Powders are formulated with a built in resin so the pigments are great for use on many projects. Can be used in wet or dry applications. Available in eight pearlescent colors each in a .25 oz jar. Non Toxic.
$38.00 H.S.T.Add to cart
7mm Screw Eyes 20 pack Quick View

Screw Eyes-Silver 7mm (Choose pack of 20 or 50)

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Screw Eyes-Silver 7m-Package of 20 or 50 Use screw eyes with polymer clay as a means to hang or attach other findings and turn your creations into jewelry or wall hangings. You can also screw into the ends of thick buna cord and then attach jump rings or clasps etc. You can alter the original colour of the screw eyes with alcohol inks or patinas etc.  to change the look of the silver if desired.
$2.49 – $4.99 H.S.T.Select options
Tim Holtz Alcohol Ink Singles, Open Stock Pre March 2020 Quick View

SINGLES Tim Holtz Adirondack Alcohol Inks .5 oz

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Alcohol Inks by Tim Holtz (formerly Adirondack) Look under Mixatives in the drop down for Snow Cap and all metallic colors. Find the single NEW Pearls here. Acid-free, fast drying transparent, specially formulated, coordinating dye inks. Open the COLOR CHART   in another window to make it easy to choose your colors. See "Description" (below left) for more information and helpful links. Images of art by Jane Monteith. 
$5.35 – $7.35 H.S.T.Select options
Sale!New! 20 New alcohol ink colours by Tim Holtz and Ranger Ink Quick View

Tim Holtz Alcohol Ink Bundle 20 NEW Colours -1 each of .5oz

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This is a pre-order. Inks should be arriving early March. All orders will be held until the inks arrive.  If you need other items to ship sooner, please place a separate order for those.  Savings Bundle- 20 New Alcohol Ink Colours 0.5 oz each This is a great way to save on all of the 20 New .05 oz Alcohol Inks colours from Tim Holtz at Ranger Ink 5 Metallic Alloys-Foundry, Gilded, Mined, Statue, Sterling +15 Colours- Vineyard, Sienna, Rosewood, Moss, Monsoon, Mojito, Fiesta, Moonstone, Glacier, Everglades, Ember, Dijon, Cobalt, Gumball, Boysenberry
$115.00 $105.00 H.S.T.Add to cart
New! ART-C Waterbrush Medium- Empty Quick View

Waterbrush by Art-C Medium Size

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Waterbrush by Art-C Medium Size This water brush is perfect for mixed media exploration! Refill and reuse with any Art-C inks! This 2x8.75 inch package contains one medium water brush. Empty-Medium size-1 piece 
$8.50 H.S.T.Add to cart

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