Technique: Simple detailed pendant Win: Mostly — a piece that feels like it’s beginning to speak its own language Challenge: • Creating a perfectly round, concave form — simple in theory, surprisingly demanding in practice • Adding fine detail without losing clarity or control Lessons Learned: • Fine detail is still a conversation between patience … [Read more…]
Technique: Clean and simple dangle earrings using scrapsWin: Yes Challenge: Lessons Learned: Confidence Level: 8/10 Notes:
Technique: Clean and simple paperclip with embellishment Win: Yes Challenge: Confidence Level: 9/10 Notes
Day 8 Technique: Gold leaf imprint, removing the top layer with tape Win: Almost Challenge: • Getting the gold leaf to settle into the grooves of the cutter, and then removing the top layer with tape. • Making tiles with two holes on each side so they could be linked into a bracelet. Lessons Learned: … [Read more…]
Day 4Technique: Simple shape with layered flowersWin: Mostly Challenge: Lessons Learned: Confidence Level: 8/10 Notes: Today was about refinement. I worked simply, but not casually. I paid attention to edges, to finish, to how pieces come together. I am beginning to feel the difference between making something and shaping something well. My hands are learning … [Read more…]
I am a brave clay adventurer. I am joining Louise from Jaqudy Clay on her 100 Day Challenge. 100 days is not a challenge. It is a pilgrimage. A small, colourful expedition across Texture Mountain and Technique Valley with glitter in my pockets. Because I am at the beginning of my polymer journey, my theme … [Read more…]