Explore making unique polymer clay veneers which are then constructed into several two sided triangle veneers, these are sewn together to form - a book or a puzzle or a coffee table focal piece.
Kit $25
which includes:-
Polymer clay, needle, threads, wax
PLEASE BRING:-
Scrap clay (approx. 100gm)
Polymer clay tools
pasta machine
ruler
paper
scissors
Posca paint pen 1mm - white & black (Officeworks) optional
In this workshop you will learn how to make a beautiful polymer clay millefiori flower cane.
You will also learn how to pack the cane petals, wrap the cane and reduce the size of the finished cane.
KIT DETAILS:-
COST : $15
Coloured Clay
Translucent clay
PLEASE BRING :-
*Pasta machine if you have one
*Ruler
*Tissue blade
*Fave clay tools
*Some tools will be provided if needed.
KIT DETAILS :-
COST : $15
KIT INCLUDES :
*Small gin Bottle
*Frame of Choice
*Paint to colour frame
*Protective gloves.
Use of :
Paint brushes
Glue
Additional glass accessories
Sandpaper
Sanding machine
Come and make your own solid silver jewellery inspired by the seashore in this fun and informal workshop.
We will be using natural forms such as found shells, leaves and flowers to make moulds and texture the silver clay.
The silver pieces can be earrings, pendants or bracelet charms.
This is a mosaic class with a difference.
We should complete the project in a day.
Grouting can be done later, we will have a grouting demo so you know what to do at home.... or in spare time at the Retreat!
KIT DETAILS
COST :
$35 with shoe
$30 bring your own shoe
INCLUDES :
all tiles needed to cover your shoe.
Additional shapes, eg. flowers cost extra
USE OF :
Additional shapes and flowers ( small fee)
Glue
Grout
All tools for cutting and grouting
PLEASE BRING
*An apron
*A box for your creation once completed.
*Any design you wish to include.
If its your first time doing mosaics I suggest you keep it simple like the shoe pictured.
If you are experienced at mosaics you can do something more challenging.
PLEASE BRING:
Working with polystyrene, wire, foil, fabric, Paverpol and Apoxie Sculpt we will create a chook, (or any bird), with attitude.
Approximate size is 30cm
KIT DETAILS
COST :
$75
Includes:
*Polystyrene ball
* wire
*Paverpol
* Apoxie Sculpt ... White and black
*Paint
Use of...
sponge
saucer/ bucket
trays
cling wrap
Brushes
sculpting tools (if you have none)
Gloves
Wipes/towels
Plastic sheet
PLEASE BRING:
Apron
Sculpting tools
30m aluminium foil
30cm x 80cm Fabric of choice....
Note: Fabric darkens when dipped in Paverpol.
(stretch poly/cotton similar to T shirt fabric is best.
Woven cotton blend works too.
Please wash the woven fabric if it feels stiff)
I will need the width measurement of your fence so I can prepare the polystyrene
OR
maybe you prefer a flat base so it sits on a table.
This year we’ll be creating a fabulous necklace and earring set using mixed media; copper metal clay, enamels and some makins clay beads (along with some fabulous paints, guilders paste and UV resin).
The world needs more elephants!
Add to the herd with these simple stylised elephants and start your own mini safari in your garden.
These sculptures are made using Paverpol, steel frames, cloth or wrappers and pigment for highlighting.
Paverpol is a versatile non-toxic product used as a stand-alone art product as well as an enhancement for other mediums and is weatherproof.
Come and try this simple sculpture and see how Paverpol might be useful for your art works.
You will create 2 Elephants
KIT DETAILS :-
COST :- $30
Which includes....
* Pen kit
*Xacto knife
*10 grades of sandpaper,
polishing mesh
wax
*Polymer Clay & Millefiori flower canes
*Tissue blade
*Use of tools
PLEASE BRING: -
*Pasta machine if you have one.
*Fave clay tools.
Some tools can be provided if you dont have them
Create a Picasso- style face, either human or animal, by layering Makin's Clay.
Work on a flat base to create one long face as a Wall hanging
OR
Work with a Polystyrene interior on a wooden Base and create 2 faces approx. 55cm tall (Incudes extensions).
(This is Suitable for coffee table or benchtop.)
Paint using acrylics and highlight edges with black acrylic paint/pen
Pics coming soon of Faces on wooden base