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April 2025 Meeting: Initial Canes

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Initials and Ladybugs!

This month, Penni Jo will guide us through creating a Simple Initial Cane—a cane featuring two bold, easy-to-read block letters representing your initials. It’s a great way to sign your clay work, and Penni Jo’s method helps take the guesswork out of reducing the cane evenly.

Bonus: If time allows, she’ll also demonstrate how to make a cute ladybug cane!

Supplies/Tools:

Clay for Letter Cane:

Background-at least 1 full block of white (2 oz)

Letters-1/4 block of Black (or very dark clay)

Clay for Ladybug Cane: 1/4 or less block each of Red, White, and Black

NOTE 1: To create a crisp, clean design use black and white clay (or your choice of clay with very strong value contrasts)

NOTE 2: These 2 colors need to be the same brand and the same softness of clay!

NOTE 3: If using soft, new clay you may need to leach it at home before guild

Pasta Machine

Roller: a brayer or acrylic rod to square up the cane

Craft Knife

Blades: flexible and rigid

Extruder with 1/4-inch square disc

Ruler: 6 or 12 inch

Somewhere around 3/4-inch length Oval or tear drop shaped Cutter (if you don’t have 1, we can share)

Work Surface

Tile or index card

Meeting Details:

📅 Date: April 19, 2025

⏰ Time: 1:30 PM

🏠 Location: Wesley United Methodist Church, 1401 NW 25th St, OKC. (map) Park on the west side and enter through the double glass doors (Contact us for the entry code). Meeting is on the fourth floor in the teen room. Signs will guide you. There is an elevator for anyone who has difficulty maneuvering stairs. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us if you need help.

March 2025 Meeting: Mosaics Continued

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Finishing Our Mosaics Projects!

This month, we will be finishing our Mosaic projects that we started last month. Didn’t start a project last month? It’s not too late! Go here for details and the supply list. Gather your supplies and come join us as we create together! 

Meeting Details:

📅 Date: March 15, 2025

⏰ Time: 1:30 PM

🏠 Location: Wesley United Methodist Church, 1401 NW 25th St, OKC. (map) Park on the west side and enter through the double glass doors (Contact us for the entry code). Meeting is on the fourth floor in the teen room. Signs will guide you. There is an elevator for anyone who has difficulty maneuvering stairs. Please contact us if you need help.

February 2025 Meeting: Mosaics

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Rescheduled: Polymer Clay Mosaics This Month!

Our November Mosaic meeting was postponed, but we’re excited to bring it back this month! Check out all the details—including what we’ll be doing and what to bring—here. 

Flamingo Mosaic

Meeting Details:

📅 Date: February 15, 2025

⏰ Time: 1:30 PM

🏠 Location: Wesley United Methodist Church, 1401 NW 25th St, OKC. (map) Park on the west side and enter through the double glass doors (Contact us for the entry code). Meeting is on the fourth floor in the teen room. Signs will guide you. There is an elevator for anyone who has difficulty maneuvering stairs. Please contact us if you need help.

December 2024 Meeting: Christmas Party

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Please note that our party has been postponed to January 18, 2025!

🎄 It’s Party Time! 🎄

Join us for our Annual Polymer Clay Guild Christmas Party! Let’s wrap up the year with good food, great company, and a fun gift exchange.

📅 Date: December 21, 2024

⏰ Time: 1:30 PM

🏠 Location: Wesley United Methodist Church, 1401 NW 25th St, OKC. (map) Park on the west side and enter through the double glass doors (Contact us for the entry code). Meeting is on the fourth floor in the teen room. Signs will guide you. There is an elevator for anyone who has difficulty maneuvering stairs. Please contact us if you need help.

Here’s what to bring:

🎁 A handmade polymer clay gift for our gift exchange. (This is always a highlight of the party, so bring something special to share!)
🍪 Your favorite Christmas treat or finger food to share with the group. (Plates, napkins, and utensils will be provided.)

Come ready to enjoy a relaxed and festive afternoon filled with laughter, inspiration, and a little holiday magic.

See you there, and Merry Christmas from all of us at the Guild!

November 2024 Meeting: Mosaics

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Explore the Art of Polymer Clay Mosaics!

This month, we’re diving into polymer clay mosaics, a versatile and stunning technique that lets you craft everything from intricate jewelry to colorful home décor. Whether you’re drawn to classic tile designs, abstract patterns, or something entirely unique, this meeting is your chance to experiment and create.

Mosaic from polymer clay veneers - unknown artist
Mosaic cat. Courtesy of Pixabay. Used by permission.

There’s no formal instructor this month, so bring your imagination and let your creativity lead the way! For inspiration, check out the collection of mosaic photos below. While these aren’t polymer clay, they could certainly be replicated with clay.

Suggested Supplies:

  • Clay: Any colors you love—small amounts of multiple colors are great for “tiles.”
  • Cutters: Tiny square, triangle, or irregular shapes to mimic tiles (or use a blade for freehand cutting).
  • Texture tools: Stamps, texture sheets, or household items like lace for adding detail.
  • Base: A surface to apply your mosaic, such as pendant blanks, coasters, small dishes, or a clay slab.
  • Adhesive or liquid clay: To secure tiles if they’re not baked directly onto the base.
  • Grouting material: Optional—use colored clay, mica powders, or acrylic paint to fill gaps between tiles.
  • Tools: Pasta machine, blade, work surface, and needle tools.
  • Optional accents: Metallic or pearl clay, alcohol inks, microbeads, or glitter.
  • Pattern (optional): If you want to follow a specific design, bring a line drawing or simple pattern to guide your work.

All photos courtesy of various artists on Pixabay. Used by permission.

Meeting Details:

📅 Date: November 16, 2024

⏰ Time: 1:30 PM

🏠 Location: Wesley United Methodist Church, 1401 NW 25th St, OKC. (map) Park on the west side and enter through the double glass doors (Contact us for the entry code). Meeting is on the fourth floor in the teen room. Signs will guide you. There is an elevator for anyone who has difficulty maneuvering stairs. Please contact us if you need help.

Come with your supplies—or just bring yourself and your favorite tools! This meeting is all about experimenting, learning, and having fun. Don’t miss this opportunity to get inspired and create something truly one-of-a-kind!

October 2024 Meeting: Mystery Project

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What Will You Make?

Join us for a “mystery project” at this month’s meeting! Betty has put together special project bags filled with a variety of items that were originally donated for the 2020 Twisters Retreat. That retreat was unfortunately canceled due to COVID, and these supplies have been patiently waiting for their moment to shine—now’s their chance!

How It Works:

  • Each attendee will receive one of the mystery project bags.
  • Your challenge? Use the contents of the bag to create a unique polymer clay project! Whether it’s jewelry, a sculpture, or a household item, the choice is yours.
  • Clay may or may not be included, so bring along any clay or tools you think you might want to use. And, of course, don’t forget to bring your creativity!

The Rules:

  1. You can make anything you like—just be sure to incorporate all the items in the project bag.
  2. If your bag contains multiples of an item, feel free to use as many as you’d like, but you must use at least one.
  3. Betty will also bring donated items to be shared, which you can incorporate into your project if you wish, though it’s not required.
  4. Challenge rule (optional): You may swap one item in your project bag with another attendee to add a twist to your design!

Vote for the best use:

At the end of the meeting, we’ll vote for the most creative or clever use of the items. The winner will take home the stash of shared supplies, perfect for fueling future projects!

Meeting Details:

📅 Date: October 19, 2024

⏰ Time: 1:30 PM

🏠 Location: Wesley United Methodist Church, 1401 NW 25th St, OKC. (map) Park on the west side and enter through the double glass doors (Contact us for the entry code). Meeting is on the fourth floor in the teen room. Signs will guide you. There is an elevator for anyone who has difficulty maneuvering stairs. Please contact us if you need help.

We're excited to see what you create!

September 2024: State Fair Demo

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🎡Come See Us at The Oklahoma State Fair!🎡

We’re excited to announce that our Polymer Clay Guild will be hosting a live demo at the State Fair! Whether you’re a seasoned artist or simply curious about the magic of polymer clay, this is your chance to see us in action.

Please note that there will be no regularly scheduled meeting this month.

Where: The Hobby, Arts, and Crafts Building 
Date: Sunday, September 15, 2024
Time: 2 pm - 6pm
What to Expect:

✨ Live Demonstrations – Watch our talented members create stunning pieces right before your eyes. Learn tips and techniques that you can try at home! 

✨ Meet the Artists – Chat with our members, ask questions, and get inspired by the endless possibilities of polymer clay.

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✨ Get Involved – Interested in joining our Guild? We’ll have information on upcoming meetings, workshops, and how you can become a part of our creative community.

Don't miss this chance to see creativity in action and learn more about the art of polymer clay.
✨ We can't wait to meet you! ✨