by polyarts | Jun 2, 2014 | creativity, faces, masks, polymer clay, tie dye
After a lovely visit in Ohio, we’re back to work in Colorado, getting all sorts of projects moving along. Starting some, finishing others; and moving all through the artistic pipeline we call life here in Longmont! We’ve got a couple of annual events that...
by polyarts | Jan 8, 2014 | art, beads, classes, crafts, creativity, dolls, faces, home decor, masks, polymer clay, textiles, what's new
This is a great time for new beginnings, and I’ve got several in the works in this new year. I’ve relocated my studio space to 364 Main Street in Longmont, where I am making new art, giving classes, and finishing projects that have been in the works for a...
by polyarts | Dec 5, 2013 | art, beads, ceramics, classes, crafts, creativity, dolls, faces, home decor, masks, metal, polymer clay, textiles, tie dye
The year 2013 is coming to a close, as is the last semester in my degree program at Front Range Community College. My Media Graphic Design degree is within reach, and I have enjoyed all the art classes there so much that I’m going to continue to take a few here...
by polyarts | Aug 1, 2013 | art, beads, ceramics, crafts, creativity, masks, metal, polymer clay
Bryan and I’ll be showing jewelry, artwork and books, and doing some demos including beaded kumihimo at the Firehouse Art Center later this month Friday August 23, 2013, 6 – 9 p.m. at the Longmont Festival on Main. Do stop by and say hello if you are in...
by polyarts | Jul 23, 2013 | beads, classes, crafts, creativity, dolls, faces, polymer clay, textiles
Patsy Cline said it so well…some days things just are NOT all together. That’s how it is right now for the purple faerie ball joint doll that I am making. First the cat stole one of her lower arms—luckily I have made a paper under-body pattern that I...
by polyarts | Jun 16, 2013 | dolls, polymer clay
I just finished making my first ball jointed doll, and its been a fun filled learning curve. I’ve made many dolls, but she’s the most complex. Kato Polyclay is extremely tough and durable, and after sanding has a beautiful skin-like texture. I used a 12.5...
