This is a really pretty rose cane. I like how you add just a touch of black. It made is such a pretty color of dark maroon. Thanks so much for sharing your video.
Beautiful rose, Gayle, and you break the steps down so well, it seems simple and non-threatening. The touch of black is genius, adds great depth. Thank you!!
I appreciate you giving instructions so a biginner and and advance clayer can understand all the instructions and get the project right. Thank you so much
Thanks Susan love to watch your No Nonsense Tutorials. As a beginner I have learned so much and that it is okay if its not perfect. Continue doing what you do best.
Hi Gayle, I'm in Northern VA as well. I'm following along and attempting my first real cane with this. I've done a couple mosaics and a mum cane but now I'm diving deeper for the HoP challenge. I'll let you know how it goes!
Since you are a 'crafty' person, I'm sure you will not have a problem doing this! Please let me know how it turns out. Please send a picture to me on my Facebook page facebook.com/ThinkStamping/
+Gayle Thompson (Luv2Clay) did you say in one of your other videos to get the larger of the two core adapters offered on Amazon? I want to order but can't remember which video clarified which one.
Sorry but I'm not clear what off-set you are asking about. Did you mean when I was doing the Skinner Blend? If so, I was just thinking while I was working and changed my mind. If it's something else, please explain and I'll try to answer you. Thanks for watching my videos.
Both canes are lovely and the video is so easy to follow. Is it the lighting or is the yellow rose made differently. It looks more like a spiral and fan fold. I enjoy all your videos.
To be honest, it's been so long since I did the yellow rose that I don't remember exactly how I did it. I think I did it the same way but added more petals but I can't be sure.
Gayle, thank you, sincerely for showing how to do this most beautiful cane. I like it just the way it is w/no filler. It is exquisite & do you ever sell the canes you make ? I know you put so much work into them they would be hard to get rid of. Be blessed (Felicia, Texas)
I am so impressed. Is "packing" when you put pieces of transluscent around the rose that are shaped to make a circle? Does transluscent really fade out when put on top of a background? This is so great.
Yes. The 'filler' (or packiing) you put around your design is meant to keep the shape of your design. I usually use translucent unless I've planned to use it as a bead. Then I would use the best color for my design. Translucent is exactly that - translucent - not clear. Depending on the brand of clay you use also determines how clear it is. Some turn yellowish when baked and others don't. In order for it to keep a 'halo' from being around your design when you apply it to another sheet of clay, it needs to be REALLY thin. Try going to thebluebottletree.com/. Ginger has an article on the different translucent clays. Maybe that will help you.
Thank you, I am glad for the Ginger vid. I appreciate so much your showing every step and any problems or situations on the way. This is how one really learns. Vids that make it all seem too simple are intimidating to me. Thank you.
please tell me what that metal oval looking thing is your cutting with? is it a pop can cut up? blades can get really pricy and I love using things around the house. like jumbo popsicle sticks for things. it doesn't stick to the clay and it presses and helps shape so good. ;)
oh, and glue sticks work great! they get rid of creases well as well as rolling on top of a cane to smooth it out. I use the mini one but I'm sure the reg size ones hell also. :)
No it's not homemade. It is a potter's kidney. I don't remember where I got it. I've had it for years. I'm sure if you google it you can find a source.
Gayle HELP! I am trying to make a Stargazer lily petal cane...not the whole flower but a petal I can shape for 3-D effect. Mine always squishes up horribly! :(
What brand of clay are you using? You need a firm clay for this. And - after making the cane, it needs to rest overnight to firm up. A few hours in the freezer will also help. I have a Polymer Cafe magazine that has a Stargazer Lilly tutorial. I'll read up on it and see what they suggest.
Sculpey III is a very soft, sticky clay and is not good for forming 3D shapes. Besides, after it is baked it is very brittle so even if you could get a petal formed, it would probably break if handled. Try using Premo, Fimo OR better yet, Kato Polyclay! Kato is the strongest but is not easily found except online. I do believe Hobby Lobby carries it in their stores. I order mine directly from Donna Kato at PrairieCraft.com. My 2nd choice would be Kato mixed with Premo. Premo alone is good but it sometimes gets soft when you work with it but not as soft as Sculpey III. Whatever clay you decide to use, it needs to rest after you make the cane. The clay is warm when you work with it which is what makes it soft. Letting it "cool off" helps it to firm up. Let me know if you need any further help. It would probably be better to post on my Facebook page (facebook.com/g0tclay/) rather than here. It is difficult to keep up with Comments on UA-cam. Thanks!
This is a really pretty rose cane. I like how you add just a touch of black. It made is such a pretty color of dark maroon. Thanks so much for sharing your video.
Beautiful rose, Gayle, and you break the steps down so well, it seems simple and non-threatening. The touch of black is genius, adds great depth. Thank you!!
Thanks! Glad you like it!
I appreciate you giving instructions so a biginner and and advance clayer can understand all the instructions and get the project right. Thank you so much
Thanks! Glad you like it!
This is such a pretty rose cane. Thank you for sharing!
Thank you Gayle. On how to reduce your cane really helps. Your so talented and I've just started. ❤
Thanks Susan love to watch your No Nonsense Tutorials. As a beginner I have learned so much and that it is okay if its not perfect. Continue doing what you do best.
Love this rose. I like that you go through the whole process.
so beautiful Gayle!!! just love ur tutorials!!! ty so much for your time and talents!!! ur the bomb!!!!
Thanks! I'm glad you like them! Thanks for watching!
❤hey Gayle how are you doing I sure miss watching your videos I started clay playing 4yrs ago and You are the one I follow how are you ❤
very nice , clear and precise video. I needed a refresher on rose canes. Just wanted to let you know I loved the video and will be watching for more!
Thanks!
Hi Gayle, I'm in Northern VA as well. I'm following along and attempting my first real cane with this. I've done a couple mosaics and a mum cane but now I'm diving deeper for the HoP challenge. I'll let you know how it goes!
Since you are a 'crafty' person, I'm sure you will not have a problem doing this! Please let me know how it turns out. Please send a picture to me on my Facebook page facebook.com/ThinkStamping/
So well done! Clear and easy to follow directions which result in a beautiful, realistic rose cane. Thank you so much! Helen.
Thanks very much!
First time here and I love the way you make the roses and the added black is gorgeous. Absolutely stunning❤🇨🇦❤ new sub here😊😊
Love this! I think I know which cane I'll be making for the challenge! 😊 Thanks for sharing!
Can't wait to see!
Love the color of this lovely cane thank you so much
Thanks!
Thank you , you are excellent.
I think this is going to be my first go at canes..wish me luck!
Nice job. Great choice of colors.
beautiful! looks a lot more simple than I would have imagined!
That's one of the great things about polymer clay! Some things look very complicated but when you break it down into smaller segments, it's so easy!
+Gayle Thompson (Luv2Clay) did you say in one of your other videos to get the larger of the two core adapters offered on Amazon? I want to order but can't remember which video clarified which one.
No - get the smaller set of the two unless you want to make beads with larger holes in them. I have both sets but normally only use the smaller one.
+Gayle Thompson (Luv2Clay) ok ty! I'm wanting to make some bracelets like the ones you made in your video.
This would make a beautiful bracelet! If you do one, please post it on my Facebook page!
Beautiful 🌹
Would you please be so kind in explaining why do you off-set the two clays and then cut them evenly?
Sorry but I'm not clear what off-set you are asking about. Did you mean when I was doing the Skinner Blend? If so, I was just thinking while I was working and changed my mind. If it's something else, please explain and I'll try to answer you. Thanks for watching my videos.
Love this tutorial! Thank you!
you make this look so simple I'm going to do it
Please do! And have fun with it!
Beautiful!!!!!
Both canes are lovely and the video is so easy to follow. Is it the lighting or is the yellow rose made differently. It looks more like a spiral and fan fold. I enjoy all your videos.
To be honest, it's been so long since I did the yellow rose that I don't remember exactly how I did it. I think I did it the same way but added more petals but I can't be sure.
Gayle, thank you, sincerely for showing how to do this most beautiful cane. I like it just the way it is w/no filler. It is exquisite & do you ever sell the canes you make ? I know you put so much work into them they would be hard to get rid of. Be blessed (Felicia, Texas)
I've thought about putting my canes in my Etsy shop but have not yet. Maybe I'll start doing that! Thanks for your suggestion!
I am so impressed. Is "packing" when you put pieces of transluscent around the rose that are shaped to make a circle? Does transluscent really fade out when put on top of a background? This is so great.
Yes. The 'filler' (or packiing) you put around your design is meant to keep the shape of your design. I usually use translucent unless I've planned to use it as a bead. Then I would use the best color for my design. Translucent is exactly that - translucent - not clear. Depending on the brand of clay you use also determines how clear it is. Some turn yellowish when baked and others don't. In order for it to keep a 'halo' from being around your design when you apply it to another sheet of clay, it needs to be REALLY thin. Try going to thebluebottletree.com/. Ginger has an article on the different translucent clays. Maybe that will help you.
Thank you, I am glad for the Ginger vid. I appreciate so much your showing every step and any problems or situations on the way. This is how one really learns. Vids that make it all seem too simple are intimidating to me. Thank you.
Bless you for being the hands of Jesus❣️ 😊 love roses, thanks! 🌹
please tell me what that metal oval looking thing is your cutting with? is it a pop can cut up? blades can get really pricy and I love using things around the house. like jumbo popsicle sticks for things. it doesn't stick to the clay and it presses and helps shape so good. ;)
oh, and glue sticks work great! they get rid of creases well as well as rolling on top of a cane to smooth it out. I use the mini one but I'm sure the reg size ones hell also. :)
No it's not homemade. It is a potter's kidney. I don't remember where I got it. I've had it for years. I'm sure if you google it you can find a source.
Gayle Thompson Ok. thank you. I'm sure a pop can would work just as good though lol. I'll Google it. thank you. :)
love this. I learn so much from you
Thanks! You just made my day!
:)
I wanted this kit.
I'm sorry. What kit are you referring to?
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Gayle HELP! I am trying to make a Stargazer lily petal cane...not the whole flower but a petal I can shape for 3-D effect. Mine always squishes up horribly! :(
What brand of clay are you using? You need a firm clay for this. And - after making the cane, it needs to rest overnight to firm up. A few hours in the freezer will also help. I have a Polymer Cafe magazine that has a Stargazer Lilly tutorial. I'll read up on it and see what they suggest.
thanks for your reply! I am using sculpey III clay. no I didn't rest it :( that was most likely the problem. Any more suggestions are appreciated!
Sculpey III is a very soft, sticky clay and is not good for forming 3D shapes. Besides, after it is baked it is very brittle so even if you could get a petal formed, it would probably break if handled. Try using Premo, Fimo OR better yet, Kato Polyclay! Kato is the strongest but is not easily found except online. I do believe Hobby Lobby carries it in their stores. I order mine directly from Donna Kato at PrairieCraft.com. My 2nd choice would be Kato mixed with Premo. Premo alone is good but it sometimes gets soft when you work with it but not as soft as Sculpey III. Whatever clay you decide to use, it needs to rest after you make the cane. The clay is warm when you work with it which is what makes it soft. Letting it "cool off" helps it to firm up. Let me know if you need any further help. It would probably be better to post on my Facebook page (facebook.com/g0tclay/) rather than here. It is difficult to keep up with Comments on UA-cam. Thanks!
thanks Gayle!
Do you sell canes?
Sorry. I am no longer working with polymer clay due to some health issues. I've sold all my canes and supplies. Thanks for asking though.