The Polymer Clay Podcast

Today’s episode features an overview of my process for making polymer clay earrings.  Are there any steps that surprised you?  Follow me on social media: @HoldenANote on Facebook - Instagram - TikTokMusic Credits: "Bright Wish" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Find out all about my newest offering - Polymer Clay Parties!  What designs will you dream up?  Email me at [email protected] to book today.  Follow me on social media: @HoldenANote on Facebook - Instagram - TikTokMusic Credits: "Bright Wish" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Find out my answer to listener Hillary’s question about when to use liquid polymer clay and when to use acrylic paint.  In my research I learned a new use for liquid polymer clay that I had never heard of.  If there is a topic you would like me to cover in a future episode, send me an email at [email protected]  Follow me on social media: @HoldenANote on Facebook - Instagram - TikTokMusic Credits: "Bright Wish" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In today’s episode I’m talking about more advanced equipment for working with polymer clay.  The things that are fun to use, but might not be necessary when you’re first starting out.  Is there anything you would add to this list?  Let me know at [email protected] and be sure to sign up for the newsletter at www.HoldenANote.com to get the latest updates.   Follow me on social media: @HoldenANote on Facebook - Instagram - TikTokMusic Credits: "Bright Wish" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In today’s episode I’m talking about the equipment I think is helpful when you’re first starting to work with polymer clay.  Is there anything you would add to this list?  Let me know at [email protected] and be sure to sign up for the newsletter at www.HoldenANote.com to get the latest updates.   Follow me on social media: @HoldenANote on Facebook - Instagram - TikTokMusic Credits: "Bright Wish" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In today’s episode I’m talking about clip-on earrings.  I took two styles to my most recent market - a flat-front style and a style that converts post earrings into clip-ons.  I also give some updates in my process of trying to make my own silkscreen stencils.  Be sure to sign up for the newsletter at www.HoldenANote.com to stay up-to-date on everything happening for the holidays.  Follow me on social media: @HoldenANote on Facebook - Instagram - TikTokMusic Credits: "Bright Wish" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In today’s episode I’m discussing my latest project - creating my own silkscreen stencil!  I used my cricut to cut out a design from removable vinyl, stuck it to this silkscreen mesh, and then used it to create some beautiful polymer clay pieces.  You can see other pieces made with silkscreen stencils in my latest collection on www.HoldenANote.com.  Follow me on social media: @HoldenANote on Facebook - Instagram - TikTokMusic Credits: "Bright Wish" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Today I’m talking about two clay bodies with different shimmer particles.  Can you guess which one I’m going to prefer?  I also have an update on the opal clay I tried a few episodes ago.  Finally I talk about a different technique for finishing the edges of pieces that I think has a lot of use for particular situations.  Here are the links to Sculpey Premo White Gold Glitter clay and the earrings from my most recent collection that use the Indigo Metallic Sculpey Premo clay.   Follow me on social media: @HoldenANote on Facebook - Instagram - TikTokMusic Credits: "Bright Wish" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Today I’m sharing my favorite pieces of equipment that I take with me to markets.  Here are the links to the rolling cart/dolly, where I bought my banner, display stands, extra tall bar height director’s chair collapsible folding chair, tent, first type of tablecloth, second type of tablecloth, and square reader.  My fall collection will is live!  Be sure to check it out: www.HoldenANote.com  Follow me on social media: @HoldenANote on Facebook - Instagram - TikTokMusic Credits: "Bright Wish" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Today I’m talking about a deburring tool for resin work as well as using hollow charms with polymer clay.  The tip to try a deburring tool came from Amy - be sure to give Amy a follow on her Instagram and check out her Etsy shop as well.  She has some beautiful resin pieces.  Here’s the link to the deburring tool  as well as the two charm packs (hexagons and mixed shapes) that I reference in today’s episode.  My fall collection will launch on my site on October 3rd.  Be sure to check it out: www.HoldenANote.com