I can’t believe it is over. Wow I think this was the best one. This is a photo of most of the Clay Carnival 2009 students and instructors.
Pictured above are the poker chips I received in the swap.
Oct
20
I just wanted to let you know we have added a new page to our website. Look at the top and you will find a link to Conditioning Kato Polyclay.
Wow Clay Carnival is in just a couple of weeks. How are those poker chips coming along?
I can’t wait to see everyone.
Hugs,
Cathy
Sep
21
Kim Cavender’s Class: “Pearl Burger Beads”
Mimic the look of dyed silk ribbon and tiny pearl beads without any of the sewing. You’ll create focal beads for a necklace or pendant and learn how to use this technique in larger and more sculptural pieces, as well.
Sep
11
Donna Kato’s Class: ” Polka Dot Spinner Bracelet! ”
“Hi Everyone;
Michelle asked if my class was too simple. Hmm, well after thinking about it all the simple version of this class is too simple (and would take less than 4 hours) while the full on Music Piece takes about 6 hours to complete. Michelle was right. So, I’m switching my class to the Polka Dot Spinner Bracelet. Yup, the ring spins around – so, it’s a toy, too. I think this will work out better all around. Thanks for the question, Michelle, sometimes it takes a question to get to a better result.
Best,
D”
Sep
8
Lynne Ann Schwarzenberg’s Class: “Filigree/Foliage Fusion”
The simplicity of leaves and classic beauty of turn of the century style filigree come together in this beautiful piece that can be made into a pin or pendant. Students will learn to create a subtle gradient blend with polymer clay, turn it into two different leave canes, and then build a pendant using neo-classic filigree pieces from Kabela Design and finish the piece off with a Swarovski crystal. Lynne Ann will cover cane design and construction, slicing evenly, the best way to create a metal and clay fusion piece using special adhesive material, finishing without sanding (as it is nearly impossible to sand a dimensional piece), and crystal to clay fusion. This class will also concentrate on choosing the correct adhesives to make a quality piece of jewelry that will not fall apart.
Sep
4
Donna Kato’s Class: ” Let’s Make a Little Music! “
In class, we’ll be creating an abbreviated Music Piece – a tapering spine encircled by a red ring! In class, I’ll demo and explain how to create the more complex version.
Sep
2
Sue Kelsey’s Class : ” Explore the Possibilities”
While taking this class you will learn, some of the uses for liquid Kato Poly Clay and paste. You will use this on polymer clay, glass and mirrors then you will have time to play and explore the possibilities yourself. We will be making what I’d like to call a technique pendant.
Sep
1
Las Vegas Clay Carnival 09′
WHEN: November 5 -8, 2009
WHO: Donna Kato, Judy Belcher, Leslie Blackford, Kim Cavender, Cathy Johnston, Sue Kelsey, and guest artists Maureen Carlson and Lynne Ann Schwarzenberg.
WHERE: Imperial Palace Las Vegas, Nevada
To make your reservation call 1-866-523-2781 and mention Code #SIPOL9
to get the reduced room rate. If you book our block of rooms you will
also get a reduced rate for the Clay Carnival.
Room rates are $55 per night. These rates are based on
double occupancy.
REGISTRATION COST: $485 receive a $50 discount if you book your room in our block of rooms at the Imperial Palace
Registration cost covers 8 classes and 1 Pizza Party.
Extra Pizza Party is $35.
WHY: Because we have so much fun!!!!!
Payments can be made through PayPal or by sending a check.
Sep
1
Cathy Johnston’s Class: ” Charming Little Book”
In this class we will learn how to do the world’s easiest image transfer (well that is just my opinion). We will also work with chalk inks to color the transfer images. I will show you how to use the Bind-It-All . We will also explore several binding techniques. These little books are so much fun to make. You can make your Charming Book into a pin or pendant. Please bring your favorite charm to add to your book.
