This is absolutely my new favorite video, and Christi Freisian is my hero. She's so funny, and also wicked good at teaching. Fantastic combination. Good on you Fire Mountain Gems!
HI EVERYONE! i'm so delighted that you all are enjoying the video! ;-) thank you for all your wonderful comments - i always imagine the great internet world when i'm filming, so it's nice to know that's not entirely imaginary, hee hee. Happy happy creating everyone!
Christi Friesen you give me so much life! I have been wanting to get into the polymer clay world for a while and watching many videos to learn more about it, I am SO happy I found this one, you are so helpful and energetic!
Christi Friesen Great video!! You do it thoroughly with just enough humor- dry, humorless videos suck, really. I've seen my fair share of them on UA-cam! Thanks!
I’ve watched over 1,000 videos on UA-cam regarding clay jewelry and other techniques, and I’ve never been more intrigued than with this video. She’s funny, informative, knows how to speak to an audience, and gets to the facts quickly but still making it easy to follow! Thank you so much!
I just randomly clicked a polymer clay video to watch for inspiration, expecting an average stiff and technical instructional video like so many of these are, but I kind of fell in love with this! How can anyone be so entertaining and informative and funny at the same time? This is amazing!
Normally I can’t stand to sit through tutorials for things, especially when I already have some experience in the subject matter, but you make it so fun and enjoyable.
I wasn't expecting to laugh out loud at a video like this. "As you can see, I've folded the part that sickens me out of my way..." LOL! What a fun video.
I'm starting to play around with clay today, and I searched some channels and I found this absolute gem! I love how passionate and fun she is. Definitely a good teacher and I can't wait to start now❤️
I already wanted to get into Polymer clay, that's how I got to this video, and I have to say, her energy made me not want, but need to get me some, she has such an awesome personality!!!
Lol,,,I've put things in the oven with polymer, experimenting , and my sons ask...ummmm mom, is that safe.??! ....lol..I say yes ....but sometimes I honestly don't know. I just say ok, don't stand close to the oven ...
"This is clay is an oven-curing clay, which means that it's not gonna dry out lying around in your house - unless your house is a thousand degrees." XD
Christi is the coolest, and she definitely has me hooked! She made everything sound so fun and super imaginative. I don’t think I’ve ever been so confident about starting a new hobby! I literally laughed out loud several times during this video. So down to earth! I can keep going, but I LOVED this video, looking foreword to diving deeper into this hobby with her!
Christi is a fabulous teacher--we're So Glad you're enjoying her videos. Have tons of creative and colorful fun. We look forward to seeing whatever you make
"Keep the sharp edge away from your arteries." PAY THIS WOMAN MOAR MONEY! XD This woman needs to do comedy. Her delivery is drier than wine and hits like a truck.
I LOVE her animated, humorous delivery! Very organic. I prefer her organic approach but when it’s important to be more exact I use the Taylor brand kitchen scale that measures in hundredths of a gram.
I'm a ceramicist of over a decade. Polymer clay has piqued my interest as of late but I'm used to kilns, glazing, etc. Similar, but different. So this is a perfect introduction! Thank you so much for this helpful guide!
You are seriously funny and a natural born teacher. Well done! I can't wait to get started. Thanks for your efforts and the logical progression of your video was clear and easy to understand. You pacing was excellent too.
Thank you! We love Christi too. She's such a wonderful instructor and we are always thrilled to have her in our video studio from time to time. Thanks for watching! She's got plenty more videos here on our channel.
What a bright and truly lovely personality. I am so happy that this is the first polymer video that I decided to watch because I couldn’t have asked for a friendlier and more inspiring person to introduce it to me.
She's literally the best person ever, I love her so much. The perfect person to teach about something like this! Thank you so much for this video- I really enjoyed it, and learned everything I needed to!
You are a Fabulous Teacher & after i've watch your videos i always wan't to go online to buy more stuff to make Polymer Clay,Thank You dear Christi for this excellent video it's very helpfull & i really enjoy to watch!
"I've folded the part that sickens me out of the way" hahahah! I didn't realize when I started this video that I would audibly laugh. Love your personality!
So glad you enjoyed Christi's video! She sure does make learning fun! lol Check out all her other videos on our channel or by clicking here: fmg.co/dOzVhW She's got a ton of other fun and exciting information. Thanks for watching!
Christi, you are an amazing presenter! You definitely know how to make people excited. I am already addicted to polymer clay, but if I weren't, you'd had hooked me! :)
Hi Kenneth! We're so glad you enjoyed the video. Make sure you check out all Christi's other videos on our channel! She is a great instructor and we're always adding new content, so be sure to subscribe and set your notifications so you're alerted when a new video is uploaded! Thanks for commenting!
1 minute in I'm saying "get on with it" - 5 minutes in and I'm completely in love! SUBSCRIBED! Learning all sorts of stuff that so called "tutorial" videos won't tell you.
Right!?! Christi is a wonderful presenter in addition to being a top-rated polymer clay designer. Glad you enjoyed it! You should give the clay a try - it's terribly fun and addicting! LOL - Melissa
"...the part that sickens me..." lol You had me laughing hard. Thank you! And, I also learned a lot. Had not even considered doing polymer clay until tonight. I am grateful for your willingness to teach a non-crafty person like me. :)
Christi, you are fun and informative! Keep the videos coming. I was reading your "Flourish" book description and it was great...wish I still lived in Ca. just to meet you. Take Care.
Hello. I have used polymer clay before, but as it was a few years ago I now consider myself a beginner. Anyway. Stumbled upon your video, and I must say you’re an amazing teacher.. many tutorials are just ’go from A to B’ but you add jokes in the mix which makes it not just bearable but a delight to watch. Thank you
Just came upon this video and learned more here than on any other site. Love Christi's fire and 'saying it like it is' attitude. Can't wait to watch all her video's.
this is by far my favourite video that i’ve come across in my self education re polymer clay! christi, you are gorgeous and hilarious. thank you so much for your comedic, down to earth and inspiring approach - i’m off to buy some now 🤗
I put a strip of pretty duct tape on the top of my blade. Nail polish works, too. If you tend to grab without working, this works to avoid the Dr. Such a waste of crafting time.
My 8 year old and myself started our adventure into polymer clay just yesterday. LOVED it! We only have white clay now but acrylic paints to make it pretty. This is the 1st channel I subscribed to because your personality makes the fun of clay even better! Thank you for GREAT tips and advise.
That is awesome! You are so welcome! Christi is a blast for sure! Be sure to check out her playlist here on our channel. Cheers to many creative memories!
This is absolutely my new favorite video, and Christi Freisian is my hero. She's so funny, and also wicked good at teaching. Fantastic combination. Good on you Fire Mountain Gems!
Thanks Michelle! We love her too. We've got a ton of other Christi vid's on our channel so be sure to check those out too!
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Heroine. "Hero" is masculine.
Super inspired by her!
This lady has a golden heart
She seems so kind!
Probably also polymer clay 😄
She is so good at what she does!
I just thinking about how much fun she would be to hangout with.
HI EVERYONE!
i'm so delighted that you all are enjoying the video! ;-) thank you for all your wonderful comments - i always imagine the great internet world when i'm filming, so it's nice to know that's not entirely imaginary, hee hee.
Happy happy creating everyone!
:-)
Christi Friesen you give me so much life! I have been wanting to get into the polymer clay world for a while and watching many videos to learn more about it, I am SO happy I found this one, you are so helpful and energetic!
Christi Friesen Great video!! You do it thoroughly with just enough humor- dry, humorless videos suck, really. I've seen my fair share of them on UA-cam! Thanks!
How long do u bake the clay for? And at what temp? Thank you :)
Your amazing. Lol thanks for showing us all.
I’ve watched over 1,000 videos on UA-cam regarding clay jewelry and other techniques, and I’ve never been more intrigued than with this video. She’s funny, informative, knows how to speak to an audience, and gets to the facts quickly but still making it easy to follow! Thank you so much!
Yay! So glad you found Christi's enthusiasm for clay enjoyable. Be sure to check out her other videos, too, if you liked this one.
"Then someone gets hit in the head and then there's a lawsuit" I'm dying, I've never found a clay video that's this fun
Twenty Øne Cøcønut Sharks At Tacø Bell |-/
Christi certainly has a unique way of teaching, and we LOVE it!
Super awesome that she is so humorous too.
I just randomly clicked a polymer clay video to watch for inspiration, expecting an average stiff and technical instructional video like so many of these are, but I kind of fell in love with this! How can anyone be so entertaining and informative and funny at the same time? This is amazing!
So happy to have exceeded your expectations! There's no still and technical stuff when Christi is around lol.
I love her teaching style! Her style actually keeps my ADHD brain engaged and focused, which is a plus.
Christi Friesen is such an excellent presenter and teacher, not only in the jewellery world but in any field!
She really is fantastic. Christi makes everything look so easy and possible, even for someone with two left hands like me ;)
Normally I can’t stand to sit through tutorials for things, especially when I already have some experience in the subject matter, but you make it so fun and enjoyable.
I wasn't expecting to laugh out loud at a video like this. "As you can see, I've folded the part that sickens me out of my way..." LOL! What a fun video.
+Vienna Beck We're so happy you enjoyed it! Have a wonderful day!
Vienna Beck I liked it when she said you could build a fort lmao
Vienna Beck.... yes!! me too!!! hysterical!
that was my favorite part too
I laughed out loud at this too lmfao
Lady, please never change, you are amazing!
OMG I'm so glad UA-cam suggested this video. I love your personality
Hi Kiara. We're so glad you enjoyed the video! We love Christi's personality as well! - Amanda
Yeah super entertaining!
I'm starting to play around with clay today, and I searched some channels and I found this absolute gem! I love how passionate and fun she is. Definitely a good teacher and I can't wait to start now❤️
"Not my fingers, yours!" I sooo love your personality!!
Christi makes us giggle, every time.
I already wanted to get into Polymer clay, that's how I got to this video, and I have to say, her energy made me not want, but need to get me some, she has such an awesome personality!!!
+Bearcho Karofsky Christi has that affect on many of us. So glad you enjoyed this! -Elle
Have you created any yet?
"if it bursts into flames don't use it" lml😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
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Lol,,,I've put things in the oven with polymer, experimenting , and my sons ask...ummmm mom, is that safe.??! ....lol..I say yes ....but sometimes I honestly don't know. I just say ok, don't stand close to the oven ...
This is the first time laighing in the middle of a polymer clay tutorial lol🤣
Such a bummer :'(
My fav. line so far :D
I love this lady, getting started with polymer clay and I’ve just found the best teacher
Christi is great! Check out her other videos in her playlist here on our channel for more great videos.
I teach paint and sip classes, this woman is my spirit animal. 🦄 She gives me the confidence to keep being quirky when teaching!
We love Christi too! She makes learning so fun!! Thanks for watching.
"This is clay is an oven-curing clay, which means that it's not gonna dry out lying around in your house - unless your house is a thousand degrees." XD
Christi is quite the jokester lol
She's filled with lovable humor and I can't help but enjoy her presentation :D
"Filled with lovable humor" is the best way to describe her! So glad you enjoy her videos.
I did not expect you to be so charming. The huckleberry comment sold me
Jack Lynn me too! 💖 I subscribed because of that (and her in general)
she is funny!
Christi is the coolest, and she definitely has me hooked! She made everything sound so fun and super imaginative. I don’t think I’ve ever been so confident about starting a new hobby! I literally laughed out loud several times during this video. So down to earth! I can keep going, but I LOVED this video, looking foreword to diving deeper into this hobby with her!
Christi is a fabulous teacher--we're So Glad you're enjoying her videos.
Have tons of creative and colorful fun. We look forward to seeing whatever you make
You are wonderful and it is a pleasure to watch and listen to you. You are a great professional, compliments.
Thanks for watching!
39 seconds into this video, and I already love this woman.
I just started seeing her videos and I am more in-love!
"Keep the sharp edge away from your arteries." PAY THIS WOMAN MOAR MONEY! XD
This woman needs to do comedy. Her delivery is drier than wine and hits like a truck.
"If it bursts into flames... don't use it." SHE SHINES BRIGHT LIKE A DIAMOND.
Comedy is hard tho
It’s a good trait to have!
Love your enthusiasm and your Fun presentation, Thank You! :))
+Elizabeth S Thank you for your kind words. We will share them with Christi! -Elle
I agree!! Great personality!
:D indeed!
"If it bursts into flames. Don't use that." - Pure wisdom xD
wow, is Christi a teacher or public speaker or is she just a cool person that i wish was my friend. i'd make clay beads with her :)
Rawr98 me too
Me too!
Me too!
She has the best turorial personality I have ever seen! And I've watched a tonne of craft tutorials!! Love her!
Why would anyone give this video a thumbs-down?? I found it not only informative but entertaining as well. Great presentation!
To each their own we guess lol. Thanks for the positive feedback!
I LOVE her animated, humorous delivery! Very organic. I prefer her organic approach but when it’s important to be more exact I use the Taylor brand kitchen scale that measures in hundredths of a gram.
I'm a ceramicist of over a decade. Polymer clay has piqued my interest as of late but I'm used to kilns, glazing, etc. Similar, but different. So this is a perfect introduction! Thank you so much for this helpful guide!
Thanks so much for watching!
This lady is my hero! "The part that sickens me" 🤣🤣. I started making polymer jewelry last month and I'm obsessed!!
You are seriously funny and a natural born teacher. Well done! I can't wait to get started. Thanks for your efforts and the logical progression of your video was clear and easy to understand. You pacing was excellent too.
Glad you enjoyed it! Have fun playing with clay
Have you created any pieces yet? :)
@@JoanCabarrusTheSingingSculptor Yes! I made a bead café "curtain and I love it :D
@@iceangel1701d that’s awesome! I wish I can see it!
The humor alone is worth the watch, but I'm a true beginner and really appreciated this guidance!
Christi really makes trying something new seem so possible and fun. So glad you enjoyed the video. Best of luck with your clay adventures!
You're a great presenter, so easy to understand and I love that you get right into it! Thanks for the info. :)
Christi is such a good presenter... She has a great attitude about her products...Thank you Christi for showing your videos... I love them
"giant sausage fingers" what a delight!!! and then the sound she made for the bead? 'BERP'! I love her.
She is an awesome teacher, funny and authentic! She teaches clearly what she loves!!
Thank you for the wonderfully amusing and knowledgeable video. I am very interested in this medium now.
Great! Thanks for watching. Polymer clay is so much fun. Here's a link to some other fun polymer clay videos: fmg.co/gZw6uF Happy creating!!
This is the best! She is so funny and light hearted!! I could watch a million 101’s from her!!!
This lady is freakin hilarious 😂😂 even if you aren’t into polymer clay 😆 watch this!!
This is just everything. Every tutorial video should be done this well. I have laughed so much, absolutely love her.
Thank you! We love Christi too. She's such a wonderful instructor and we are always thrilled to have her in our video studio from time to time. Thanks for watching! She's got plenty more videos here on our channel.
i thought id hate this video but i love it your sense of humour is amazing
She's hilarious :)
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What a bright and truly lovely personality. I am so happy that this is the first polymer video that I decided to watch because I couldn’t have asked for a friendlier and more inspiring person to introduce it to me.
This is very helpful! I love her humor and personality!
She certainly makes it fun to learn new techniques!
She's literally the best person ever, I love her so much. The perfect person to teach about something like this! Thank you so much for this video- I really enjoyed it, and learned everything I needed to!
You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!
Brilliant tutorial, I love your delivery, so funny and informative:)
OMG she made my day someone give her a raise. I love her vid
You are a Fabulous Teacher & after i've watch your videos i always wan't to go online to buy more stuff to make Polymer Clay,Thank You dear Christi for this excellent video it's very helpfull & i really enjoy to watch!
Christi is so much fun. I learned a lot from her and I've had my clay for years! Thanx Christi!
I'm a Friesen fan for life!
Christi out here really teaching the children
"I've folded the part that sickens me out of the way" hahahah! I didn't realize when I started this video that I would audibly laugh. Love your personality!
So glad you enjoyed Christi's video! She sure does make learning fun! lol Check out all her other videos on our channel or by clicking here: fmg.co/dOzVhW She's got a ton of other fun and exciting information. Thanks for watching!
You are a great teacher! I found myself smiling through the entire video...you get the point across without being so stodgy and serious
Christi, you are an amazing presenter! You definitely know how to make people excited. I am already addicted to polymer clay, but if I weren't, you'd had hooked me! :)
You have such an engaging personality, Ms. Christi! Thank you for making this learning experience so fun and entertaining.
Very informative and fun presentation by Christi. Keep them coming please.
Hi Kenneth! We're so glad you enjoyed the video. Make sure you check out all Christi's other videos on our channel! She is a great instructor and we're always adding new content, so be sure to subscribe and set your notifications so you're alerted when a new video is uploaded! Thanks for commenting!
I have subscribed and will be going to your online store to check out her books and your items.
Awesome! Thank you Kenneth!!
You are the best teacher ever. Fun and informative. I love listening to you is so refreshing.
i just realized my destiny. i am meant for great things. This is my future work and love. Mark this momentus day in the books!
What’s your destiny?
thankyou you helped me figger out all my questions. christi your right i am into it now for years to come!
"blob" lol love this vid watched it atleast twice alreadylol
Christi is so fun and funny. I could watch you do videos on clay for hours! Thank you for making my day just a little better!!!
Isn't she just great? I'm not a polymer artist, but she sure makes me want to play with clay lol. So glad this video made you smile. -Leslie
I wish she was my teacher, I'd be the happiest student ever :3
Yes I agree, if she were my teacher I would be getting gold stars all over my 3x5 cards.:)
Jimin
That video was very informative but also her sense of humor was perfect! Love it!
Christi is so much fun! Glad you enjoyed her video!
What a great video, I can't stop laughing, Christi is such a funny lady and knows her stuff, I need to see more of her videos!
+Energytree -- Christi is a hoot and a half. Enjoy all of her videos (there's a ton) either here or at our website.
1 minute in I'm saying "get on with it" - 5 minutes in and I'm completely in love! SUBSCRIBED! Learning all sorts of stuff that so called "tutorial" videos won't tell you.
That's awesome! Thanks so much for watching and we're happy to hear you're getting something out of the videos we offer.
hahaha! I don't even do clay, but I watched this whole video. this lady is great! she cracks me up! beads on the disco floor. lol.
Right!?! Christi is a wonderful presenter in addition to being a top-rated polymer clay designer. Glad you enjoyed it! You should give the clay a try - it's terribly fun and addicting! LOL - Melissa
Super funny!
You are a FANTASTIC teacher !!!
Fun, engaging, entertaining, funny and get to the point !!!
Thank you !!!
"...the part that sickens me..." lol You had me laughing hard. Thank you! And, I also learned a lot. Had not even considered doing polymer clay until tonight. I am grateful for your willingness to teach a non-crafty person like me. :)
So glad to hear Christi's video has inspired you! Happy creating!
clicked because I needed some basics about clay but stayed for the character :D Amazing lady!
Isn't she! We love Christi too. We have some other videos with Christi so be sure to check those out too!
Christi, you are fun and informative! Keep the videos coming. I was reading your "Flourish" book description and it was great...wish I still lived in Ca. just to meet you. Take Care.
Christi has a huge fan club--with good reason!
What a wonderful teacher she is - love her!
We love her too! It's always a pleasure to have her in our studio!! Thanks for watching Andrea.
yeah i dont want a lawsuit either lol i love her sense of humor - awesome video!
And nobody wants to give up their polymer jewelry on the disco floor ;)
Christi's a lot of fun--glad you enjoyed the video!
I love how witty she is! and she is a really great teacher!
Haha I love this woman!!
Isn't she just fab? We love when Christi comes to Fire Mountain Gems!
Hello. I have used polymer clay before, but as it was a few years ago I now consider myself a beginner.
Anyway. Stumbled upon your video, and I must say you’re an amazing teacher.. many tutorials are just ’go from A to B’ but you add jokes in the mix which makes it not just bearable but a delight to watch.
Thank you
Lol no blood on clay probably doesn't even look pretty at first. I love this lady, where can I buy a Christi?
Lol isn't she just so much fun!
I enjoy her sense of humor
What a personality?! You'd make learning almost anything fun! :D
We couldn't agree more. Christi is a blast.
Just came upon this video and learned more here than on any other site. Love Christi's fire and 'saying it like it is' attitude. Can't wait to watch all her video's.
Christi is great and such a wonderful instructor! Here's a link to her playlist: ua-cam.com/play/PLCCNqW5ElcgeRBUuQm9v_YkinMmKNV3ds.html
Love your video.
So glad you enjoyed it!
this is by far my favourite video that i’ve come across in my self education re polymer clay! christi, you are gorgeous and hilarious. thank you so much for your comedic, down to earth and inspiring approach - i’m off to buy some now 🤗
Yay! Thank you! We love Christi too! She's a great teacher and we're so glad you found the video helpful. Have fun with your polymer clay!
I love this woman lol. Great job
We love Christi Friesen too! One can never get tired of her awesome sense of humor! - Amanda
honestly did not expect my late night polymer clay video to be so hilarious. This woman is a gem.
Thanks for watching, Christina. We absolutely love Christi, too!
You are so funny!!
Christi makes playing with clay even more fun!
You have such an engaging personality, Ms. Christi! So entertaining to watch and learn. Thank you!
And glitter... you can add GLITTER!
An old video, but what a pleasure to watch. Christi is hilarious!!!!
OMG a lawsuit on the disco floor, , you are hilarious, thanks for speaking fast, I hate slow speakers,
Lol thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video and presenter :D
I just bought polymer clay and came here for tips, and I stayed for your entertaining personality.
I put a strip of pretty duct tape on the top of my blade. Nail polish works, too. If you tend to grab without working, this works to avoid the Dr. Such a waste of crafting time.
Those are great ideas!
I love the way you explain. Thanks for such a wonderful video.
Thank you for taking the time to give such an encouraging comment. Just the fuel we all need!
lol if it bust in flames don't use it .
Might be my favorite laugh out of 15 minutes of humor. 😂
this video was posted so long ago but i just wanna say i love this lady
OH No!!!! God for bid the blood from my severed artery ruin's the palmer clay!!!!
I wish all videos were this informative and entertaining.
what a nice presentation and a sweet lady!
Christi is just a doll, isn't she? Fantastic instructor, too.
Golden Heart indeed. What a joy she is to watch and listen to!
I really like you
Matty Byrom me too!!
Christi loves to hear that.
My 8 year old and myself started our adventure into polymer clay just yesterday. LOVED it! We only have white clay now but acrylic paints to make it pretty. This is the 1st channel I subscribed to because your personality makes the fun of clay even better! Thank you for GREAT tips and advise.
That is awesome! You are so welcome! Christi is a blast for sure! Be sure to check out her playlist here on our channel. Cheers to many creative memories!