2026 RETREAT, 7th november

 9am to 5.30pm


foil explorations ON POLYMER CLAY
WITH  debbie crothers

Foils offer an exciting addition to the technique library of any polymer clay artist. Once you understand the properties of the product, you can create numerous different looks and utilize foils in a variety of new and exciting ways.

In this workshop you will be shown how to create a range of luscious veneers using many of the different coloured foils available.

You will have access to a range of additional product to enhance these veneers further. You will also be instructed on how to use these veneers to create simple components for earrings or pendants. There will also be a number of additional demonstrations on unique ways of using foils.

At the end of the workshop you will have a complete understanding of how heat reactive foils work with polymer clay and will be able to create with confidence.


Unleash your creativity and dive into the mesmerising world of polymer clay! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the magical art of how to create a range of luscious veneers using many of the different coloured foils available.


PLEASE BRING:- 

Pasta machine

Acrylic rod

Tissue blade

Needle tool

Acrylic block/sheet

Smoothing tool

Ball stylus tools

Burnishing tool (credit card will do)

Shape cutters (if you have a specific preference/style)

KIT DETAILS

COST: $60

INCLUDES:-Clay - 6 blocks in total = $30

White             1 block

Black              2 blocks

Colour: 3 blocks (choose from the list below)

 * Orange/brown/ecru

* Turquoise/green/dark blue

 * Alzarin crimson/purple/fuschia

 Foils:  pack of 5 foils = $10

Additional Supplies = $15

Earring findings - 4 sets per person

Beads; Charms; Feathers; Chain                Plus lots more......   

Students will have access to a wide variety of materials on hand

Additional Materials Usage - $5 (Debbie to provide for all students to share)

Chalk pastels; Stencils; Texture stamps

Mica powders; Shape cutters; Calico

Floral shape cutters; Texture sponges

 FISH SCULPTURE

An Introduction to PAVERPOL ARTSTONE & PAVERPLAST PASTE

WITH LEX SORRENTINO


You choose your own Design and then build a stunning, stylized fish sculpture using Paverpol Artstone and Paverplast Paste. From the initial wire & polystyrene frame to the final wooden mount, you'll create a unique piece of professional-grade art ready to display in your home.


You will have the choice of ....

  • Poly. ball shape or a Flat Circle (approx.4cm thick)

  • Keys or fabric for fins 

I will request your choices closer to the Retreat.


I will bring...

buckets
cloths
tubs
brushes
Table covers/mats
stirrers
gloves
Paints
Brushes
water tubs
cling wrap 
silver tape




KIT DETAILS

KIT COST: $85

Includes:-

Paverpol
Artstone
Paverplast
Eyes

Base , wire & polystyrene
Keys or fabric for fins.

PLEASE BRING:-
*3m Al. foil
*Apron
*Roller
*Round or Scale shaped cutters, 
approx. 3cm diameter.... if you want to create scales.
*Paint brushes, fine and up to 1cm


tba
WITH  PAM ANNESLEY





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