Artisanal Polymer Bangles
Join Canadian artist Claire Maunsell and learn how to make these artisanal bangles from polymer clay.
About this class
About this class
Join Canadian artist Claire Maunsell and learn how to make these artisanal bangles from polymer clay. Claire starts with a simple lump of premium clay and shows a few ways to create a strong and light bangle form. Plus learn her foolproof way to make a perfect personalized bangle fit.
Then the coloring fun begins! Claire shows how to use texture and printing techniques to get complex patterns onto the surface of your bangle. Crackle is one of Claire’s signature styles and she shows exactly what you need to know to get this look too. Then watch close-up and learn how to use a variety of carving tools to create textures and markings – and how to enhance those with color and contrast.
Whether you’ve been wanting to give polymer clay a try or want to add more coloring and texturing skills to your arsenal, you’ll love this class.
As a special BONUS, Claire will show you how to create a “tubular” pod earring complete with texture and coloring how-to!
Don’t miss this special presentation.
The full recording and a PDF handout of resources and links is included.
No experience necessary.
Don’t miss this special presentation.
The full recording and a PDF handout of resources and links is included.
No experience necessary.
Bonus
Included in your purchase is the FULL recording of the entire LIVE class to watch over and over again, plus a PDF with notes and online resources.
Please note: PDF is not a stand-alone instructional booklet.
Additional details
- Discussion of tools and materials
- Choosing/Mixing the right clay
- Making lightweight forms
- Easy bangle sizing
- Texturing and colouring
- Carving
- Finishing
- Variation possibilities
- Basic polymer tools
- 1 package white Premo or Souffle polymer Clay
- Your favorite home made texture plates in polymer or silicone or commercial ones
- Wooden dowels 1/8, 1/4, and other up to 1/2 inch - at least 12 inches in length
- String
- Paper and tape
- Alcohol inks
- Alcohol ink pens or Sharpies
- PanPastels
- Acrylic paints
- Viva Decor Crackling paint in white
- Gilding pastes or waxes - Inka, GIlder's, Creative expressions or other
- Golden Matte Sealer (with UVLS)
- The Slice or other scribing tools
- Really stiff wire brushes
- Scissors
- Oven
Description
Join Canadian artist Claire Maunsell and learn how to make these artisanal bangles from polymer clay. Claire starts with a simple lump of premium clay and shows a few ways to create a strong and light bangle form. Plus learn her foolproof way to make a perfect personalized bangle fit.
Then the coloring fun begins! Claire shows how to use texture and printing techniques to get complex patterns onto the surface of your bangle. Crackle is one of Claire’s signature styles and she shows exactly what you need to know to get this look too. Then watch close-up and learn how to use a variety of carving tools to create textures and markings – and how to enhance those with color and contrast.
Whether you’ve been wanting to give polymer clay a try or want to add more coloring and texturing skills to your arsenal, you’ll love this class.
As a special BONUS, Claire will show you how to create a “tubular” pod earring complete with texture and coloring how-to!
Don’t miss this special presentation.
The full recording and a PDF handout of resources and links is included.
No experience necessary.
Don’t miss this special presentation.
The full recording and a PDF handout of resources and links is included.
No experience necessary.
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