Three years ago I was privleged to attend a workshop at Celie Fago's studio in Vermont. I was rather new to polymer clay and eager to learn as much as I could. In that three-day workshop, we learned how to create carved and faux marble polymer bangles which we embellished with metal clay charms. I found that Celie is a fantastic teacher and so enjoyed her class! Upon returning to my studio, I couldn't wait to make more bangles! I pulled out every book I had on the subject of polymer clay and started to play, adding extra embellishment in the form of a graceful little clinging lizard to the bangle at the bottom and a coiled serpent to the bangle above it. I practiced making faux ivory, adding texture by using almost anything that would leave an imprint! As for embellishment charms, I added wire wrapped pearls,sterling hoops, fine silver metal clay dangles, set stones, and small coils of polymer clay. These make the merriest little jingling sounds when I move my wrists. The bangles are incredibly durable and, although the high shine does dull a bit after time, the gloss can be restored by a few passes on my buffing wheel or a layer of acrylic floor finish. Making these bangles can be addictive and, every now and then, I just need another polymer bangle fix. I set a few days aside, get my tools and clay out, and play with the colorful stuff. What a high!
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