Leah, I have to tell you that I am continually going back to your videos over and over because you appear to have such fun with mokume gane, but also because you can do some interesting things and get unique results, with just a couple pieces of clay. Thank you. It is also very easy to listen to your videos, partly because you explain things clearly but mostly because you have a pretty voice.
Mokume Gane 101. LoL I really like that you did thin vs thick clay and the different sizes of cutters. All of your designs turned out beautifully. ❤️ I'm probably going to go off and binge watch your channel now. 😁
At 7:23 I think thats perfect because some people either love hearts or "the opposite". With your piece you cant really see clearly hearts at the same time you still kind see traces of them, which tells you that there are hearts. I think that is a great concept, idea. Thank you for sharing this tutorial. Your work is awesome.
Thank you. I've just learned about mokume gane --- and I absolutely love it. Can't wait to try it. I've spent hours looking through a number of books, but I have to say, I learned more in this 12 minute video than all of those books!!! Thank you!
Excellent tutorial, Leah! You are so talented, wonderfully inquisitive, and definitely a naturally gifted teacher. Thanks so much for sharing. Your jewelry is lovely!
So glad I found your channel. Love your work and the fact that we can see the method and results of your "experiments." Can't wait to try. Thank you so much for letting us in on your techniques! I'm now less fearful of delving into the world of Mokume Gane.
This was an excellent tutorial. Having all these different examples cleared up so many questions in my mind. Now I feel like I could tackle making some Mokume Gane that suits my taste starting out. You do a good job teaching.
I know this is little late, but you do VERY nice work. It seems as though you work with very little effort and just turn out the most beautiful pieces! Maybe...you really ARE magical!
You are too kind! thanks so much. I'm always learning and improving. Years of practice makes the process look effortless. My figure sculpts will definitely show my novice skill ;)
gorgeous! Lots of ideas I will def. be playing with today. I have been doing Makume Gane but I like how you showed the different effects. More playing today! Def. Subbing!
kiruthika lakshmi I haven't done anything to them. This is how they look baked. You can always sand, buff, or glaze to make them shine but I like them as is
Hi! Wow great ideas here. I’m going to try this technique out soon. Now a quick question...did you just put your design on top of another piece of clay? They’re all very pretty!
Hi Leah....you stated that you would have a demo on how you cirved the black-grey-white earrings but I can't find it on any of your video. Could you direct me to the correct one? Thank you.
@magicbyleah I really didn't expect them to turn out to be so amazing! Wonderful. I have a little question, as I am a noob: I noticed when you sliced a few layers off, some seemed to have holes. Did you discard those pieces, or reduce them more to fill the holes...? Again I'm a complete beginner so I hope my questions aren't too... duh. lol.
Mama Samosa No question is a stupid question. As for the parts with holes, because they're still beautiful I simply stacked them on top of other clay with holes and ran them through the pasta machine so they are one new solid chunk. If I found the colors bland I put them into my scrap pile for later use
Can this thin layer of clay be attached to pieces of wood and then dried? I want to make some mermaid tail, hair sticks with this lovely decorating method.
Yes, I've had a hard time ensuring the clay remains stuck to the wood though. If it's flat and comes off try wood glue (that's what I've used) but don't bake the wood glue. If round then the shape should help it stick
Leah, I have to tell you that I am continually going back to your videos over and over because you appear to have such fun with mokume gane, but also because you can do some interesting things and get unique results, with just a couple pieces of clay. Thank you. It is also very easy to listen to your videos, partly because you explain things clearly but mostly because you have a pretty voice.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a sweet comment! I really appreciate it :)
I’m very new to polymer clay. These are incredible! Love from Wichita Kansas
Mokume Gane 101. LoL I really like that you did thin vs thick clay and the different sizes of cutters.
All of your designs turned out beautifully. ❤️
I'm probably going to go off and binge watch your channel now. 😁
At 7:23 I think thats perfect because some people either love hearts or "the opposite". With your piece you cant really see clearly hearts at the same time you still kind see traces of them, which tells you that there are hearts. I think that is a great concept, idea. Thank you for sharing this tutorial. Your work is awesome.
TungstenCarbideTempe thank you :)
I like the variety of pieces obtained with a somewhat consistent design and color palette. Very informative video.
Thank you. I've just learned about mokume gane --- and I absolutely love it. Can't wait to try it. I've spent hours looking through a number of books, but I have to say, I learned more in this 12 minute video than all of those books!!! Thank you!
Wow! Incredible experiment and results. Well done and thank you for sharing.
Excellent tutorial, Leah! You are so talented, wonderfully inquisitive, and definitely a naturally gifted teacher. Thanks so much for sharing. Your jewelry is lovely!
you nailed this technique without being afraid of results and with freedom.
+Martha Nelson thank you
So glad I found your channel. Love your work and the fact that we can see the method and results of your "experiments." Can't wait to try. Thank you so much for letting us in on your techniques! I'm now less fearful of delving into the world of Mokume Gane.
that's awesome!! Thanks so much
So pretty!!! Can't wait to play in the clay tomorrow!!!!
+MegaPraiseHim how did it turn out?
This was an excellent tutorial. Having all these different examples cleared up so many questions in my mind. Now I feel like I could tackle making some Mokume Gane that suits my taste starting out. You do a good job teaching.
ARCnAZ2 Thank you, glad you liked the examples. I'd love to see your results
MagicByLeah I don't know how to get them to you. I've left you messages on the tools in 2 places and emailed you with no response.
+ARCnAZ2 did you try my Facebook page? facebook.com/magicbyleah
Have not watch the other videos , I have now , and understand more what you doing
I know this is little late, but you do VERY nice work. It seems as though you work with very little effort and just turn out the most beautiful pieces! Maybe...you really ARE magical!
You are too kind! thanks so much. I'm always learning and improving. Years of practice makes the process look effortless. My figure sculpts will definitely show my novice skill ;)
Love this video. Love the the volume on your video is high enough I can easily here and understand you... thanks
Carol Nelson Thank you, glad you enjoyed it
gorgeous! Lots of ideas I will def. be playing with today. I have been doing Makume Gane but I like how you showed the different effects. More playing today! Def. Subbing!
awesome! Thanks so much
Really enjoy the video found it very helpful! the jewelry is very pretty, thank you for sharing!
+Elizabeth Vallely thank you so much! glad you found it helpful
I love your videos!! Very Creative and not like anything I am used to watching. I can not wait to make some pieces of my own!
+Toni Baldock thank you! I'd love to see your finished projects
Love the thick! Maybe putting them together would loo nice love the pink and red.
you mean the 2 different designs?
Beautiful experiment 💕
That last dark valentine set is just awesome. In that one piece I saw a dragon. Am I the only one??
really nice work.
awesome earrings.I am beginner,can you tell me how to get that perfect shiny earring? After baking,what i have to do?
kiruthika lakshmi I haven't done anything to them. This is how they look baked. You can always sand, buff, or glaze to make them shine but I like them as is
Hi! Wow great ideas here. I’m going to try this technique out soon. Now a quick question...did you just put your design on top of another piece of clay? They’re all very pretty!
These are awesome . . Love love love them.
Thank you so much! This was so interesting. I actually loved them all!
green5sing thank you :)
hey Leah i think that it would be nice to use the Mokume Gane slices on a clay or glass heart and the effect might be nice
Rebecca Cornel hm... I like that idea. A 3-D pendant covered with this effect. Thanks :)
MagicByLeah
welcome
Thank you so much for sharing this has been extremely helpful.
you're very welcome
Thanks Leah 🙏🏽
Hi Leah....you stated that you would have a demo on how you cirved the black-grey-white earrings but I can't find it on any of your video. Could you direct me to the correct one? Thank you.
Arlene Spaulding It's on the paged linked in the video description
Amazing! I'll try your technique!
+Sara Carlini do let me know how it turns out
I'll do... thanks.
Very very informative! Thanks very much for sharing!!
hazelidgal63 you're welcome :)
Liked all of them. Thanks
Thanks so much
@magicbyleah
I really didn't expect them to turn out to be so amazing! Wonderful. I have a little question, as I am a noob: I noticed when you sliced a few layers off, some seemed to have holes. Did you discard those pieces, or reduce them more to fill the holes...? Again I'm a complete beginner so I hope my questions aren't too... duh. lol.
Mama Samosa No question is a stupid question. As for the parts with holes, because they're still beautiful I simply stacked them on top of other clay with holes and ran them through the pasta machine so they are one new solid chunk. If I found the colors bland I put them into my scrap pile for later use
Can this thin layer of clay be attached to pieces of wood and then dried? I want to make some mermaid tail, hair sticks with this lovely decorating method.
Yes, I've had a hard time ensuring the clay remains stuck to the wood though. If it's flat and comes off try wood glue (that's what I've used) but don't bake the wood glue. If round then the shape should help it stick
Hi Leah, thanks for the tutorial about your experiment. Could you please let me know where you buy your heart and circle punchers? Thanks, Helen
See the website link in the description which has the resources and links for all tools and supplies
Love your work
Thank you
Great videos
Jan Taylor thanks :)
Great video. Thanks!
Hi! How are called those golden cylinders you pointed at 00:25. I want to buy them but I am not be ablo to find them. Thank you :)
Gorgeous!!
when can i find materiel please
As you sliced at first I liked
Super jolie bravo
I'm wondering , what it would look like ,if you flipped that over and poked a few on the bottom
evelyn buchholz I'm not sure I understand. Do you mean hang the pendants bottom up or the mokume gane pattern?
Do you use these as veneer?
Wow nice combined
Thanks so much
I love the hearts!
thank you!
What are those hole punch tools called again please Leah?
See the website link for all resources and links
Where can I find those cutters, I've looked everywhere
See the website link in the description which has the resources and links for all tools and supplies
Thank you!
you're welcome
Cool
Bonjour j aimerait avoir la version en français
Very beatibul
Cristina Calcagno thank you
Pouvez vous laisser un commentaire en français se que vous faites est super jolie mais je ne comprend pas merci d'avance
la co je ne peux pas parler français
My hubby liked the hearts
Hermoso
Amei, muito obrigada. um abraço.
👍
Wwwooowwwww
Amazing
La verdad es que la imaginacion sl podr
+Marina Gala Miranda I agree 100%