CLASS DESCRIPTION

Creating your own exotic and unique beads is a firm favourite of polymer artists. There are numerous methods of creating hollow beads, and SJS is pleased to offer this introduction to Christine Dumont's wonderful hollow bead technique.

Learn how to make big, beautiful beads that are completely hollow and extremely light...maximum impact and incredibly comfortable to wear!

The feature beads covered in this class are sleek and elegant, with bright mica stipes that almost seem to glow.

You will also have time to experiment with other designs; the construction approach can be combined with almost any decoration, fitting it smoothly and precisely around the bead's curvature without unwanted distortion.

Methods for achieving a shiny, glassy finish without glosses or varnishes are covered too.

This is an intermediate level class and it is recommended that participants are familiar with basic polymer clay techniques. Beginners are welcome but may not be able to achieve the illustrated level of precision without additional practice.

This class is taught by SJS instructor Sue Fisher with Christine Dumont's kind permission. For information on Christine's online classes and European workshops, please visit her website at http://www.allovercreation.net

SKILL PREREQUISITE

This class is recommended for Intermediate level polymer clay users, please refer to full information discussed in the class description.

ESSENTIAL TECHNIQUES COVERED

* Basic construction from sheeted clay

* Shaping without distortion

* Proper curing

* Removal of the supporting medium

* The bright mica stripe design 

* Other decorative ideas

* Professional finishing 

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

* Tuition

* Notes (soft copy)

* 4 blocks of Premo! polymer clay

WHAT TO BRING AND MATERIAL FEE

 There is NO MATERIALS fee for this class, your materials cost is covered in the class fee.

 Please BRING:

* Your polymer clay tool kit if you have one, including sharp tissue blade and roller.

* You must bring scrap polymer clay equivalent to 1 small block if you have some and do not wish to use 'good' clay when first learning the technqiue. if you do not wish to use 'good' clay when first learning the technique you must bring scrap polymer clay equivalent to 1 small block. If you do not have scrap clay you can use some of the clay included with your class fee, bring a block of new clay with you or purchase additional clay on the day from the studio. 

OPTIONAL

* If you have a small hand held dremel, please bring along for use in polishing. If you have foam backed pads, please bring with you.

* Please mark all your equipment with your name.

GENERAL INFORMATION

* There will be a selection of tools and equipment together with polymer clay on sale at the studio on the day of the class.

* OH&S protocols at SJS require all students to wear CLOSED IN SHOES and to have long hair tied back. We recommend that glasses are worn instead of contact lenses and that minimal jewellery is worn in a studio environment.

PREVIOUS STUDENTS HAVE SAID

"Having looked at Sue's beautiful samples at the studio for some time, I knew this class was a must. Truly a fabulous class, I learnt so much in that one day and with practice know I will achieve great results. Thanks Sue" Pam North

"I had done Christine Dumont's online class, but decided I needed extra tuition. Sue was great, and I do enjoy a classroom environment, the extra class has really assisted me with mastering this wonderful technique." Rebecca K.