Polymer Clay Workshops

I've finalized details with the Peoria Art Guild to offer polymer clay classes at the beginner and intermediate level.  Classes start on January 8 and run 4 weeks each, Jan. 8 - 29, and Feb 5 - 26.  Advanced classes for millefiore jewelry are in the planning stages for the spring or summer. 

Here's the schedule and class descriptions:

Beginner Polymer Clay Class:

Monday morning: 10am - 12:30pm;  Monday evening, 6:30pm - 9pm. 

This class will introduce students to polymer clay jewelry.  Techniques include: textures and ghost images, creating and using millefiore canes, forming bails and bezels, sanding and polishing, using liquid clay and epoxy resin, and the Skinner Blend.  Students will learn how to form focal and accent beads in a variety of shapes, as well as tiles for bracelets, earrings, barrettes and necklaces.  Each week students will complete one wearable project in class.

Intermediate Polymer Clay Class:

Monday evening, 6:30 - 9pm, Feb. 5 - 26.

This class builds on the techniques taught in the Beginner Polymer Clay Class.  Intermediate techniques covered are:  creating complex millefiore canes, layering canework, hollow forms, faux stone and wood, and encasing foils in translucent clays.  Students will learn how to fomr rattle pendants, inro, foiled beads, and bangle bracelets. 

Both levels of classes will be ongoing from session to session throughout the year, with themes alternating between jewelry, home decor, and gifts.

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