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Polymer Clay Book Review: The Art of Polymer Clay, Designs and Techniques by Donna Kato

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Polymer Clay Book Review - The Art of Polymer Clay by Donna Kato

The Art of Polymer Clay: Designs and Techniques for Creating Jewelry, Pottery, and Decorative Artwork by Donna Kato

Donna Kato is one of the best known polymer clay artists in the world. Her name is not only synonymous with quality work, bold colors and patterns, teacher and “notable” person being the maker of “Kato Polyclay”. I am a fan of Donna Kato’s work, so when one of my student brought this book to their clay class [see a list of classes offered in my studio here] and wanted to show me some work they liked, I was glad to see they had already delved into the polymer world. I had the first print of this book from several years ago, however, having many students in and out of my studio through the years, it somehow got away from me. So, I repurchased this updated version recently on Amazon.

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2015 Polymer Clay Challenge – Week 38

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2015 Polymer Clay Challenge, Week 38 by KatersAcres | #2015PCChallenge

2015 Polymer Clay Challenge

2015 Polymer Clay Challenge, Week 38 by KatersAcres | #2015PCChallenge

 

Week 38

My 2015 polymer clay challenge was to create (at least) one polymer clay dragon & one new Parker a week. You can read my personal challenge here. Each participant is encouraged to challenge themselves to something they want to do. Let’s see what this week brought me…

Don’t forget to add #2015PCChallenge to all your social media & blog posts.

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Steampunk Fall Leaf Pendants

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Polymer Clay Steampunk Leaf Pendants Tutorial by KatersAcres

Fun, Funky, & Perfect for Autumn

Polymer Clay Steampunk Leaf Pendants Tutorial by KatersAcres

These steampunk leaf pendants are trendy and whip up quick. Make as many as you’d like for yourself and all your friends. You can make them into pendants, napkin rings, candle rings, and even unique centerpieces. You are only limited by your own imagination. Enjoy!

Materials Needed:

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Plumb Outta Time – The Making Of

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Plumb Out of Time - The Making Of by KatersAcres

WIP Wednesday Feature:

The Making of “Plumb Outta Time”

Polymer Clay Steampunk & Plumbing Wall Hanging

This piece was published in Polymer Cafe, Spring 2016 Issue

This week for WIP Wednesday, I’m sharing something a little different. Instead of showing you random shots through ought the week, how about I show you my biggest and my most fun project … Plumb Outta Time.

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Top Five Polymer Clay Surface Treatments with Debbie Crothers

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Top Five Polymer Clay Surface Treatments

Top 5 Series Continues with Debbie Crothers

I’m so excited to introduce you to Debbie Crothers today. Debbie is not only a fantastic clay artist, but she is known worldwide for her art, workshops, & online tutorials. I have been a fan of Debbie’s work for years and over the past 2 years have purchased many of her tutorials and I have thoroughly enjoyed every single one.

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Polymer Clay Color Recipe Bewitching Black

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Bewitching Black Polymer Clay Color Recipe by KatersAcres | CLICK to get the color recipe

A New Kind of Black that Bewitches!

Learning to make your own polymer clay color recipes will get you a long way in your clay hobby skill set. And sometimes you want a different kind of “black” polymer clay, especially at different times of the year like Halloween. When I make my polymer clay creations, I often want to use black with a cool undertone. So, I make my own, and today I’m sharing the recipe with you.

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WIP Wednesday in My Polymer Clay Studio

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WIP Wednesday in KatersAcres Polymer Clay Studio | CLICK for tutorial links, artist profiles, & much more

WIP Wednesday

WIP Wednesday in KatersAcres Polymer Clay Studio | CLICK for tutorial links, artist profiles, & much more

Happy SEPTEMBER! Now that my brief hiatus is over & I’m caught up,  I’m officially back to work and busy as ever! Last week I celebrated 5 years on Etsy. To each of you who have adopted a figurine or purchased a tutorial, from the bottom of my heart, thank you. I’m overwhelmed by your love. There’s another special event tomorrow and you will not want to miss it, so make sure that you are signed up to receive coupons for special sales in my Etsy shop.

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Faux Pen & Ink on Polymer Clay Tutorial

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Faux Pen & Ink on Polymer Clay Tutorial by KatersAcres

So, last week I was in the throws of a really neat design idea. I’m a member of Christi’s Neighborhood and our project theme last month was called “Once Upon a Time.” Thoroughly inspired by the theme, I played around with the idea for several weeks before it formulated in my mind … Rumpelstinltskin.

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Top Five Polymer Clay Texture Tools by Chris Kapono

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Top Five Polymer Clay Texture Tools with Chris Kapono

Top Five Polymer Clay Texture Tools

Top 5 Series Continues

with Chris Kapono

I’m so excited to introduce you to Chris Kapono today. She’s another one of the awesome teachers from the 2015 Polymer Clay Adventure. Chris has a fantastic eye for texture and creates gorgeous organic looking items. Many of her texture tools are readily available in big box stores or online stores as well. Thanks for joining us today, there is much more fun planned from other polymer clay artists coming up in two weeks. Don’t miss it. Sign up for the emails here. And now … let’s see what Chris has to say!

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WIP Wednesday in My Polymer Clay Studio

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WIP Wednesday in KatersAcres Polymer Clay Studio | CLICK for tutorial links, artist profiles, & much more

Back to work and wow does it feel good! Not only is my computer an almost literal dream machine, after getting through some of my past struggles it has been so refreshing to be back full time doing what I love.

 


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Polymer Clay Color Recipe Metallic Ocean Blue

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Polymer Clay Color Recipe Metallic Ocean Blue by KatersAcres

Summertime is almost over, but it doesn’t mean that you can’t hold onto summer just a little bit longer. Here’s one of my favorite blue color recipes to help you extend the summer into the fall months.

 

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