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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 Wendy Orlowski / 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…

Our MDF Coasters Blanks are Back in Stock!!

Posted on April 24, 2019 at 10:24 am by Wendy Orlowski / Front Page, News and Information / 0

These coaster blanks have endless possibilities! Unfortunately we are no longer able to get the MDF coasters but I have found a perfect replacement and they even come in circles! Find them here. In the examples shown I have used Gilders Paste Wax and the Kemper Scratch Wire Brush and…

A bit about the All-In-One CaBezel Molds

Posted on October 9, 2017 at 10:08 pm by Wendy Orlowski / Front Page, News and Information / 0

I came across this old blog post and thought it was worth sharing. It gives a quick overview of just some of what is possible with these small molds. You can read it here. The 2 Heart samples are by Irene at Curly Girl Designs.

Holy CaBezel Jewelry Mold-Carolyn Design with Crackle Veneer Insert

A series of examples using the Holy CaBezel Jewelry Molds

Posted on August 8, 2017 at 12:22 pm by Wendy Orlowski / Front Page, News and Information / 0

More examples of the Holy CaBezel molds. I have been asked to show more finished examples using the Holy CaBezels. We will be adding more to the website as time permits. You can also view the galleries for more inspiration at any time. These are using the “Carolyn” design. The…

Have You been Curious about the CaBezel Molds?

Posted on July 5, 2017 at 12:40 am by Wendy Orlowski / Front Page, News and Information / 0

Have you been curious about CaBezel molds and wondering how to use them? Until recently, all of the videos on the CaBezels were a wee bit old (but still helpful.) My assistant Patti was recently willing to delve into the world of video editing (thank you Patti!), so with her help,…

Interchangeable Snap Pendant Necklace Carolyn Good

No Magnets? No Problem!

Posted on June 5, 2017 at 12:02 pm by Wendy Orlowski / 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…

"Love-ly" Little Dishes a free tutorial using polymer clay and iced enamels

A “Love-ly” Little Dish – A Tutorial using Polymer Clay

Posted on January 31, 2017 at 3:27 pm by Wendy Orlowski / News and Information / 0

Hello, I have been allowing myself to have some creative time recently. It has proven to me just how important it is to make time for this activity as it helps me to feel grounded in ways that nothing else can. Simply put, I’m just happier when I get to…

DIY some Fabulous Holiday Ornaments with Gelli Plates and Paint

Posted on December 8, 2016 at 12:33 pm by Wendy Orlowski / News and Information / 0

Using 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…

Christie Friesen Tutorial

Posted on June 9, 2016 at 10:41 am by Patti Thorne / Front Page, News and Information / 0

We’ve had an overwhelming response to Christie’s Swellegant product line in the mini sizes. After all who can resist being able to play with so many tiny new pigments? I’m hoping to set some time aside for experimenting with them soon. If you have some pics to share of what…

Love is in the Air at Shades of Clay

Posted on February 2, 2016 at 11:25 pm by Wendy Orlowski / 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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Free tutorial-Acrylic Pour on Coaster Blanks

Our MDF Coasters Blanks are Back in Stock!!

A bit about the All-In-One CaBezel Molds

A series of examples using the Holy CaBezel Jewelry Molds

Have You been Curious about the CaBezel Molds?

No Magnets? No Problem!

A “Love-ly” Little Dish – A Tutorial using Polymer Clay

DIY some Fabulous Holiday Ornaments with Gelli Plates and Paint

Christie Friesen Tutorial

Love is in the Air at Shades of Clay

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