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Syndee Holt
Syndee Holt January 6, 2023
12 paintbrushes laying on a white background with paint splatter laying across them

Tools That Make Our Clay Life Easier

When we first started in polymer clay over 30 years ago there were no designated tools for our medium. I likened us to the “Pirates of the Crafting World” because we literally plundered tools from so many different crafts as well as our kitchens and garages! Pasta machines from the kitchen were the first big… Continue reading Tools That Make Our Clay Life Easier

Syndee Holt
Syndee Holt January 3, 2023
White background with four colors in a color palette. silver, gold, copper, mystery color

New Color Tuesday! Introducing Sculpey Soufflé™ Glacier 1:1 Mixes -Pt 1

Well, as usual, I couldn’t WAIT!! Sculpey is releasing a brand new Sculpey Soufflé™ color this month and I just HAD to mix my NCTs for this month with it.  But, until the color is released, I’ve called it a “mystery color” and greyed it out.  I will edit the blogs after the color is… Continue reading New Color Tuesday! Introducing Sculpey Soufflé™ Glacier 1:1 Mixes -Pt 1

Syndee Holt
Syndee Holt December 27, 2022
White background with four colors in a color palette. gold (G), 18k, peacock pearl (pp), wild orchid (wo)

New Color Tuesday! Introducing Sculpey Soufflé™ Wild Orchid Pt 4

The top row of the large photo contains the 3 colors that I’m mixing with the featured color on the far right. The bottom 3 colors are the colors mixes created by mixing the color directly above with equal portions (1:1) of the featured color. I had to give this new Wild Orchid a spin… Continue reading New Color Tuesday! Introducing Sculpey Soufflé™ Wild Orchid Pt 4

Vanessa Brady
Vanessa Brady December 20, 2022
Hand holding a decorated miniature gingerbread house

Staying Ahead of the Curve in the Creative World of Clay

As someone who loves to work with clay, you know there is always something new to learn. Whether you are a beginner or clay expert, keeping up with upcoming trends is a great way to improve your skills and stay ahead of the curve. But with so many different sources of information, it can take… Continue reading Staying Ahead of the Curve in the Creative World of Clay

Syndee Holt
Syndee Holt December 20, 2022
White background with four colors in a color palette. robins egg, cinnamon, pistachio, wild orchid

New Color Tuesday! Introducing Sculpey Soufflé™ Wild Orchid- Pt. 3

The top row of the large photo contains the 3 colors that I’m mixing with the featured color on the far right. The bottom 3 colors are the colors mixes created by mixing the color directly above with equal portions (1:1) of the featured color. Of course I had to try my 3 favorite Sculpey… Continue reading New Color Tuesday! Introducing Sculpey Soufflé™ Wild Orchid- Pt. 3

Syndee Holt
Syndee Holt December 13, 2022
White background with four colors in a color palette. cornflower (CF), pumpkin (P), igloo (I), wild orchid (WO)

New Color Tuesday! Introducing Sculpey Soufflé™ Wild Orchid- Pt 2

The top row of the large photo contains the 3 colors that I’m mixing with the featured color on the far right. The bottom 3 colors are the colors mixes created by mixing the color directly above with equal portions (1:1) of the featured color. I thought that I would give my (current) favorite Sculpey… Continue reading New Color Tuesday! Introducing Sculpey Soufflé™ Wild Orchid- Pt 2

Katherine Steiner
Katherine Steiner December 11, 2022
Candy cane laying down on a wooden desk

Techniques to Try – Twists and Spirals

by Sculpey Teacher Ambassador Katherine Steiner To begin, take equal amounts of Sculpey in two or more colors. Start with two, then build up to more as you get better at twisting the clay. Then roll each piece of clay into a rope with your hands, making them the same length. Begin to twist the… Continue reading Techniques to Try – Twists and Spirals

Syndee Holt
Syndee Holt December 6, 2022
NCT mixes with Willd Orchid

New Color Tuesday- Introducing Sculpey Soufflé™ Wild Orchid

The top row of the large photo contains the 3 colors that I’m mixing with the featured color on the far right. The bottom 3 colors are the colors mixes created by mixing the color directly above with equal portions (1:1) of the featured color. Now, I am NOT a fan of pinks but I… Continue reading New Color Tuesday- Introducing Sculpey Soufflé™ Wild Orchid

Vanessa Brady
Vanessa Brady December 1, 2022
Wooden box made to look like the bottom of the ocean with seaweed decals and a turtle made out of clay attached to the box

Making Your Home Accessible for Your Sculpey Needs

If you’re like me, you love spending a lazy Sunday afternoon sculpting away with some Sculpey. But sometimes, finding the time or space to stretch your creative muscles can take some effort. That’s why I’ve put together this list of ways to make your home more friendly to your Sculpey needs! Find your inspiration An… Continue reading Making Your Home Accessible for Your Sculpey Needs

Syndee Holt
Syndee Holt November 29, 2022
White background with four colors in a color palette. robins egg, cornflower, turnip and french pink

New Color Tuesday! Introducing Sculpey Soufflé™ French Pink 1:1 Mixes – Pt 5

The top row of the large photo contains the 3 colors that I’m mixing with the featured color on the far right. The bottom 3 colors are the colors mixes created by mixing the color directly above with equal portions (1:1) of the featured color. My jaw just dropped AGAIN when I saw this photo… Continue reading New Color Tuesday! Introducing Sculpey Soufflé™ French Pink 1:1 Mixes – Pt 5

Syndee Holt
Syndee Holt November 22, 2022
White background with four colors in a color palette. 18k gold, copper, yellow gold glitter, french pink

New Color Tuesday! Introducing Sculpey Soufflé™ French Pink 1:1Mixes with Sculpey Premo™ – Pt 4

The top row of the large photo contains the 3 colors that I’m mixing with the featured color on the far right. The bottom 3 colors are the colors mixes created by mixing the color directly above with equal portions (1:1) of the featured color. Now, these 3 Premo colors are probably my most favorite… Continue reading New Color Tuesday! Introducing Sculpey Soufflé™ French Pink 1:1Mixes with Sculpey Premo™ – Pt 4

Nancy Nguyen
Nancy Nguyen November 21, 2022
Molded polymer clay Halloween candy pieces

Make Your Own Silicone Mold

To save you time! Creating and using silicone molds for your clay projects helps speed up your process by not having to hand sculpt multiple of the same pieces over and over. Keep reading to learn how you can make your very own molds at home. Step 1: Gather Your Supplies Step 2: Create Your… Continue reading Make Your Own Silicone Mold

Betsy Madson
Betsy Madson November 15, 2022
Three pengiuns made out of clay wearing hats and earmuffs

Sculpey Clay Holiday Classroom Crafts

Betsy Madson, Sculpey Teacher Ambassador It is a challenge to create non-denominational clay projects keeping the wintery season in mind I am sharing a few past projects that have been favorites by my students for our winter crafting. My number 1 piece of advice is to convince the students that the less they touch the… Continue reading Sculpey Clay Holiday Classroom Crafts

Syndee Holt
Syndee Holt November 15, 2022
White background with four colors in a color palette. ivory, canary yellow, latte, french pink

New Color Tuesday! Introducing Sculpey Soufflé™ French Pink 1:1 Mixes – Pt 3

The top row of the large photo contains the 3 colors that I’m mixing with the featured color on the far right. The bottom 3 colors are the colors mixes created by mixing the color directly above with equal portions (1:1) of the featured color. Okay, first off I am ALL ABOUT that Canary Yellow/French… Continue reading New Color Tuesday! Introducing Sculpey Soufflé™ French Pink 1:1 Mixes – Pt 3

Kate
Kate November 9, 2022
Sculpey Holiday Gift Guide and Crafting Gift Ideas

2022 Holiday Gift Guide

Six Great Gifts For Giving This Year We all want to give (and perhaps receive!) great gifts, but sometimes *finding* JUST the right thing can be a challenge. Well, have no fear, dear reader! We’ve come up with six gift ideas that will have the people on your list saying “Wow, you really “get” me!”… Continue reading 2022 Holiday Gift Guide

Syndee Holt
Syndee Holt November 8, 2022
White background with four colors in a color palette. sea glass, fiji, bluestone, french pink

New Color Tuesday! Introducing Sculpey Soufflé™ French Pink 1:1 Mixes – Pt 2

The top row of the large photo contains the 3 colors that I’m mixing with the featured color on the far right. The bottom 3 colors are the colors mixes created by mixing the color directly above with equal portions (1:1) of the featured color. What can I say? I love all these color combinations… Continue reading New Color Tuesday! Introducing Sculpey Soufflé™ French Pink 1:1 Mixes – Pt 2

Nancy Nguyen
Nancy Nguyen November 3, 2022
photo of completed caned faux cookies

Creating Clay Canes

What Are Clay Canes? Have you ever seen those candies with the teeny tiny images in them? Or clay work that looks like there’s an image built right into it (not just painted on)? These are probably using a technique called cane making! It’s essentially the process of building a larger image with your material… Continue reading Creating Clay Canes

Syndee Holt
Syndee Holt November 1, 2022

New Color Tuesday! Introducing Sculpey Soufflé™ French Pink 1:1 Mixes – Pt 1

The top row of the large photo contains the 3 colors that I’m mixing with the featured color on the far right. The bottom 3 colors are the colors mixes created by mixing the color directly above with equal portions (1:1) of the featured color. Since I was a little red haired girl, my Mom… Continue reading New Color Tuesday! Introducing Sculpey Soufflé™ French Pink 1:1 Mixes – Pt 1

Syndee Holt
Syndee Holt October 25, 2022

New Color Tuesday! Introducing Soufflé™ Khaki Green- Pt 4

The top row of the large photo contains the 3 colors that I’m mixing with the featured color on the far right. The bottom 3 colors are the colors mixes created by mixing the color directly above with equal portions (1:1) of the featured color. Oh, this week’s colors are MOODY, cool colors! The Shamrock/Khaki… Continue reading New Color Tuesday! Introducing Soufflé™ Khaki Green- Pt 4

Syndee Holt
Syndee Holt October 18, 2022
White background with four colors in a color palette. sea glass, latte, canary, khaki green

New Color Tuesday! Introducing Soufflé™ Khaki Green- Pt 3

The top row of the large photo contains the 3 colors that I’m mixing with the featured color on the far right. The bottom 3 colors are the colors mixes created by mixing the color directly above with equal portions (1:1) of the featured color. Okay, I love me some greens and this weeks mixes… Continue reading New Color Tuesday! Introducing Soufflé™ Khaki Green- Pt 3