Creating Beautiful Hearts Easy Surface Techniques Polymer Clay Tutorial

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  • Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
  • Hello and welcome! Today I will be using Hearts Kits to create beautiful heart pendants.
    I have listed all the supplies used in this tutorial below. Thank you so much for watching! Happy creating!! ~~Alison
    Hearts kit: fthsupplies.co...
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    EZ Dome UV Resin fthsupplies.co...
    Cosmic Shimmer Gilding Flakes: www.joggles.co...
    Ranger Stickles: www.joggles.co...
    DecoArt Media Fluid Acrylics Interference: shop.decoart.c...
    DecoArt Extreme Sheen: shop.decoart.c...
    The Silicone “Brushes” will soon be available at fthsupplies.co...
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  • @sherischmidt9405
    @sherischmidt9405 3 роки тому +4

    These are beautiful! I fell in love with this project. Wanted to immediately buy all of the supplies. However the link for the kit is not the same hearts and the other items are not available on that site. Can these be purchased elsewhere? Big letdown. My heart is set on these hearts. Also, where can I purchase those detail brushes you said were included in the kit.
    Please advise.

  • @mkshouse
    @mkshouse 5 років тому +12

    Allison, following your tutorials is costing me a mint lol. I love all this stuff! I've been on a 3 year crafters block but your tutorials have given me so many ideas!

    • @ThinkingOutsideTheBox
      @ThinkingOutsideTheBox  5 років тому +2

      Mary Kaye Waterson I have been told I’m someone of an....enabler 😂😂
      I’m glad I could send some inspiration your way! Thank you! 💜💜

  • @paulataylor6927
    @paulataylor6927 8 місяців тому +1

    Omg lovely, I thought it was resin only to find a new craft and the bling too😍. Do you have beginner guide to the clay as this is the first for me lol oh my research thank you

  • @peculiardeb
    @peculiardeb 5 років тому +5

    Exactially what I was looking for..I thank you for taking time to share!!! Pandora is a great teacher also.lucky I found you both.

  • @Reenie757
    @Reenie757 5 років тому +5

    Thank you so much. I've learned so much. I'm a glass worker who has lost her mono. Very new to clay but love it. Thanks for letting me enter the giveaway.

  • @lesliek.howard572
    @lesliek.howard572 3 роки тому +1

    I love your work. Clicked the link for the silk screen kit. Sadly, the one you used is no longer listed and the new one does not have the brushes included.

  • @valeriegallaway5903
    @valeriegallaway5903 5 років тому +5

    The Color Me Hearts kit is so perfect. You've created some gorgeous pendants and my heart would be doing a happy dance if I were selected to receive the giveaway. Keep creating stunning pieces.

  • @deannawilcox9981
    @deannawilcox9981 5 років тому +1

    I missed the part about the silk screen.....Where or how did you get it?

  • @sweethoneythoughts
    @sweethoneythoughts Рік тому +2

    Ok… Cosmic Shimmer Gilding Flakes needs to pay you to do some commercials for them! I want to buy them now to just FIND a project to work with these flakes! OMG you can really see how gorgeous they are on camera! PLUS your reaction to opening each container pushes it right over the top!🤣

  • @Casper61381
    @Casper61381 5 років тому +1

    Help please!
    To cure the EZ Dome UV Resin, I bought a Melody UV Nail Lamp with 4 9W bulbs. The instructions say use under 36 watt UV Light for 30 minutes, which is what I did. I made the polymer clay hearts. The first side turned out great after 30 minutes. I did one thinner coat on the back and put that under the UV light for 30 minutes on a ceramic tile. When I took the hearts out after 30 minutes, the dome of the resin on the first heart stuck to the tile. Do you have suggestions for me on what I may have done wrong or on what to do next time?
    Thanks!!

    • @ThinkingOutsideTheBox
      @ThinkingOutsideTheBox  5 років тому

      Darcie Frohardt I’m not exactly sure. Sometimes weather can factor in on the cure of the resin. Maybe next time cure a little longer then let your piece cool down before putting the resin on the backside. I hope this helps.

  • @ownsacat
    @ownsacat 2 роки тому +2

    Resin crafts became popular because we needed to buy all this fabulous glitter.

  • @gladysiezza4756
    @gladysiezza4756 4 роки тому +1

    Hi there I just started watching your videos and tried to order kits but I guess they are no longer available. Makes me sad because they are beautiful. I live in Puerto Rico and it’s quite hard getting any craft item. Anyway thanks for your continued classes. Love them.

    • @ThinkingOutsideTheBox
      @ThinkingOutsideTheBox  4 роки тому

      gladys iezza Thank you Gladys 💜💜
      I’m sorry those are sold out. There are many silkscreen and cutters here: www.RJCrafts.com/?wpam_id=3
      You can achieve the same effect and they ship world wide. 😊

  • @Maria_Triple_C
    @Maria_Triple_C 5 років тому +3

    I’ve learned heaps from your tutorials. I’ve got heaps of ideas to work with. All the way from Tasmania in Australia. Thanks 🙏

  • @KialayaKreations
    @KialayaKreations 5 років тому +2

    My mouth is hanging totally open. I am a scrapbook crafter also and have tons of glittery Ranger Stickles which I had never at all thought of using for polymer clay crafting. Oh my god, the possibilities, my mind is reeling. I really like your whole video, dont get me wrong, but the other stuff I had seen before. But to mix the stickles with silk screening is so original. Thank you so much for giving us that idea. I am really crossing my fingers I might get one of the kits so I can try that out. :-)

  • @DJMeCa
    @DJMeCa 3 роки тому +3

    You’ve inspired the heck out of me. I can’t wait to get started on my projects!!! Thanks so much!!

  • @myrnabrunson3185
    @myrnabrunson3185 2 роки тому +1

    Never done this but you are inspiring me to give it a try.

  • @bettew690
    @bettew690 5 років тому +2

    Hi, I don’t comment on videos very often but I loved the hearts you made! I love making jewelry and have only recently started dipping my toe into playing with clay and how I can use it in my jewelry making. This was a very inspirational video and I’m probably going to stay stuck on playing with clay now. I didn’t realize just how beautiful it can be made. I really like the flakes and the type of paint you used. I definitely know what my next craft purchase might contain now. Thanks for sharing this! 🙂

  • @lillianbaisley8977
    @lillianbaisley8977 5 років тому +2

    I'm new to polymer clay ANF I absolutely love your videos. I've learned so much already.

  • @ZippedUpKitz
    @ZippedUpKitz 2 роки тому +1

    I don’t know why, but for some reason whenever I see glitter or dust on or near a project I am watching, I’ll literally "blow" on the screen… does anyone else ever do that? I guess I am just hoping that one day when I do that, the glitter or dust will magically disappear…. Lol

    • @marilyn5208
      @marilyn5208 9 місяців тому

      Oh. Me too.

    • @ZippedUpKitz
      @ZippedUpKitz 9 місяців тому

      @@marilyn5208 so glad I’m not the only one! 😂

  • @ThePinkstampergirl
    @ThePinkstampergirl 5 років тому +2

    Wow!! These came out absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for showing us those paints too.
    Hugs and happiness,
    Briana C 🤗💜

  • @stohandmadejewelrycraftcorner
    @stohandmadejewelrycraftcorner 5 років тому +2

    This video is absolutely beautiful. I love the colors and mix media. I definitely intend to try this kit and technique. Thank you so much for sharing this video.

  • @jilllederer9628
    @jilllederer9628 5 років тому +2

    Hi I just started following you and love your easy style and products you use

  • @dianamercado5144
    @dianamercado5144 Рік тому +1

    Gorgeous and extremely beautiful ❣️ I am so inspired by your video i can't wait to get my own kit and supplies ..pronto.

  • @allthatscrafty
    @allthatscrafty 5 років тому +2

    Love love love the tiny Pandora heart collection and what you did with them. TFS thanks Theresa for the opportunity to win👍🏻

  • @PaulaTheWriter
    @PaulaTheWriter 5 років тому +3

    Yeah! Cool. I was feeling so lost with my clay cause I can't sculpt but this is perfect! Thank you!

    • @KoharuUchihaK
      @KoharuUchihaK 2 роки тому +1

      u been making anythin lately ?? Just curious cuz it’s been 3 years lol

    • @PaulaTheWriter
      @PaulaTheWriter 2 роки тому

      @@KoharuUchihaK I love that you asked but yeah, it was a hobby that passed quickly

  • @HeavenLeeMadeOnEtsy
    @HeavenLeeMadeOnEtsy 10 місяців тому

    I love this, but the kits are no longer? I followed the link and it doesn't do anything but give a 404 error, but thankfully your instructions are fantastic & easy to follow so I can put together something to make them if I wanted

  • @OnlyRealTink777
    @OnlyRealTink777 3 місяці тому

    Actually, Dollar Tree now carries those flakes now. ~ * = 8 ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ thank you for this tutorial.

  • @AleDen1972
    @AleDen1972 5 років тому +3

    The hearts are gorgeous!! Thank you for sharing your talent.

  • @carolekinsey7835
    @carolekinsey7835 4 роки тому +1

    When you find a tutorial that you love, by accident. Then there's an offer of a fab prize hive away at the end.....but then you realise your a year out if time😭
    Oh deary me!
    But then you realise, ah well what would be the chances anyway 😂 You settle back and start looking for certain items on the Internet. The silk screen sets. The domeing acrylic finishing solution. The mat nail enamel...the flakes. Stickles and a uv box.....
    Your a danger to the public. 😂😂😂 I'm joking. I'm just a bit worried for the bank account. I think I've found another hobby for me to get my teeth into.
    I loved this tutorial. Now off to binge watch some more.
    I've a feeling, I may be some time.
    Thanks so much for such a lovely crafting experience... I'm longing to try. My bead is spinning with ideas. 😊x

  • @PhoenixWA80
    @PhoenixWA80 5 років тому +1

    Just started following you today but immediately after the first video I started a wish list on RJ Crafts. Next is finding the money for my wish list!! I can't wait to watch more!

  • @RHrrrrrrhhhhhh
    @RHrrrrrrhhhhhh 3 роки тому +1

    Lovely work and beautiful products. Thanks for all the info, very helpful, clear and concise :)

  • @kathysausen6493
    @kathysausen6493 3 роки тому

    I know this video is 2yrs. Old but I was so excited about this project, I tried 3 times to order & I couldn’t get anything( info) to go through. It never mentioned it was canceled, so could u help me? Is it no longer available! Thank you 💕💕🧜‍♀️

  • @honeygirl522
    @honeygirl522 2 роки тому

    LOVE you channel and your videos! Thank you for sharing your beautiful work! Question, can this technique be don't on any other medium besides the clay? I don't work with clay at all and just wondered what I could substitute? Thanks!

  • @joannedwy7100
    @joannedwy7100 3 місяці тому +1

    Beautiful!

  • @mariannedal9068
    @mariannedal9068 5 років тому +1

    I like your work very much, and would like to do similar things, just wonder how to order the differnt things as I live in Denmark, and I have to pay Import taxes and Vat, on the shipment also the shipping cost, unless it is send as a "gift". So I am afraid it will be a little costy, but I hav to se how to manage ;)

  • @KonaSitkaRose
    @KonaSitkaRose 5 років тому +1

    Oh why oh why oh why did thid come up in my coloring card feed? I'm so dooooomed! signed, a new art addict 😭☹😭☹😭☹

  • @lizhummer1280
    @lizhummer1280 5 років тому +1

    I don’t know who is worse-you or Rhonda! She is busy making cool shape cutters and silk screens that I ‘need’ and you’re busy showing showing us examples of her things and products from Tiny Pandora. As if that’s not enough, you have the most awesome paints and now these Cosmic Shimmer Glitter Flakes! But, all joking aside, I love your videos and the tips/tricks you add about things you’ve learned along the way. Thank you!

  • @paulicymet9756
    @paulicymet9756 3 роки тому

    i MISSED ONE STEP...WHEN DO YOU BAKE THEM. bEFORE you add the toppings or after? Thanks

  • @deanablythe9394
    @deanablythe9394 5 років тому +2

    Wow! That was a beautiful tutorial, I now want to try it straight away, thanks for sharing

  • @nikkir5285
    @nikkir5285 2 роки тому

    hello, ty for the video. I just ordered a bunch of stuff and cant wait! Question, I really like working with sculpy because its softer and Easier on my joints.. is sculpy clay work with this? Ty!

  • @robynfarnum2582
    @robynfarnum2582 4 роки тому

    Hi, thanks so much for the wonderful video. I don't have a pasta machine but have a rolling pin with spacers. Do you know how thick the clay is for setting 4 on the pasta maker you have. It appears different brands have different thicknesses for setting 4. Sorry if you have answered it before...I have scrolled through the comments and couldn't see anything. Thanks, Robyn

  • @SandrytaMorena
    @SandrytaMorena 3 роки тому

    Hello. I don't know if he will be able to answer. Do you bake the pieces? I just don't understand English well, so I don't know if he says it or not. I love your work and hopefully I can make jewelry like this, greetings :)

  • @cyhomer
    @cyhomer 4 роки тому

    Wow..so many questions!… so, how is the screen different from a stencil?...and why doesn’t the paint squish under the screen on the ‘unsticky’ clay square? Thank you! 💚

  • @heatherwatson8273
    @heatherwatson8273 5 років тому +1

    I love your videos and don't care that they go for an hour plus. I also love that you talk to your cats even though we can't see them. Would be nice to see your animals in one video.

  • @lyndagallardo4372
    @lyndagallardo4372 5 років тому +1

    Just found you and I m so glad I did, such beautiful work. Thanks from Australia 😁

  • @morenagutierrezhuaman6756
    @morenagutierrezhuaman6756 2 роки тому +1

    Hola lindos corazones

  • @ghodsil.3349
    @ghodsil.3349 3 роки тому

    Your tutorials are wonderful. You are creating stunning artworks. As far as I know we need to bake the polymer clay. You mentioned we should keep it for 24 hours to dry. Don’t we need to bake this brand of polymer clay?

  • @rosecorrado6648
    @rosecorrado6648 5 років тому +1

    I keep saying no more ,no more buying,BUT I just might have to order these from Teresa!!!!!!

  • @justsandrad1888
    @justsandrad1888 5 років тому +1

    This tutorial is awesome. Love your work. Love Tiny Pandora & RJ Crafts products!!!

  • @ashinathensga
    @ashinathensga Рік тому

    This is amazing but none of the supplies are on the FTH website :( couldn’t find the clay hearts or anything

  • @patfrost628
    @patfrost628 3 роки тому

    And it's your channel I love watching the work you do it's beautiful and I have everything I need but this silkscreen that I've been looking for for two days now and I can't find it anywhere clicked on your link and it's four different Hearts it's not the same ones you have can you please please please please put another link for the same ones that you have. Thank you so much Patricia

  • @deelicious084
    @deelicious084 4 роки тому

    I love this project! Want to try it too.few questions: what do u mean by conditioning the clay? and did u bake the clay before adding the colors? wondering if after baking it will be too hard to cut? @the art store they told me u can't paint and then bake, is this true? Thanks.

  • @nhutaluashford4543
    @nhutaluashford4543 2 роки тому

    Hello Alison, I thought I had seen the tutorial for the elephant before but can’t find it . I needed to know what you used on the black polymer clay the foil flakes or decoart media and the silk screen what color did you use ? Thank you in advance Be Bless 🙏🏼

  • @pekeluver7
    @pekeluver7 4 роки тому +1

    I love these hearts and your wonderful tutorial. I can't find the "part 2" of this video. Can you please post the link? I'm dying to see how to finish them. Thanks!

  • @theresaannnewton5332
    @theresaannnewton5332 3 роки тому +1

    Beautiful and wonderful, I like the way how patient and how you took your time explaining all the details, your voice was so soft and sweet, I would like to make Christmas hearts oredments for my grandgirls , I know that they will love them as much as I do. Having the lights behind the hearts will glow so pretty, thank you so much for sharing,

  • @ican615
    @ican615 3 роки тому

    Super awesome pieces ...I loved it ❤️❤️. These Pretty heart hs stole my ❤️.
    May i know, any other idea to dry these without oven? 🙄

  • @catelaine8706
    @catelaine8706 4 роки тому +1

    Can’t find the hearts kit on Tiny Pandora?

    • @ThinkingOutsideTheBox
      @ThinkingOutsideTheBox  4 роки тому

      Cate Laine it looks as though they are no longer available :(
      RJCrafts.com has tons of screens and cutters you can do the same technique with 😊

  • @gustavotobon7042
    @gustavotobon7042 Рік тому

    Hello, these are beautiful. Do they still carry this kit because I couldn't find in the website. Thank you.

  • @LeslieSRQ
    @LeslieSRQ 5 років тому +1

    Thanks so much for the detailed tutorial. I have a lot of wonderful supplies to order now! But I also see other uses - am I justifying the $$? Yes, yes !!

  • @maryskorstad2785
    @maryskorstad2785 5 років тому

    AWESOME!! Except for the annoying music in the background 🙁

  • @rebeccadenetdale2472
    @rebeccadenetdale2472 3 роки тому

    They sell different heart pattern/silk screens. Sad since I like what you shown. I did try the silk screening on the ones I received, but it just smears all over. Not sure what I am doing wrong.

  • @nhlibra
    @nhlibra 4 роки тому

    That company should make the silkscreen a little bit bigger than the cut out. The excess is going to get mixed up in scrap clay anyway. Love that selection of Gilding Flakes.

  • @sylviags4479
    @sylviags4479 9 місяців тому

    For you allergies you can drink “ORTIGA” like a tea.o tisane. You can find it a round, in the gardens or Wind…be careful with the tiny nedles it have, and be inmediatez y efecto and perfect for healthy and natural way.😊 Nice video!❤

  • @SandrytaMorena
    @SandrytaMorena 3 роки тому

    Hola. No sé si podrá responder. ¿Usted horneas las piezas? Es que no entiendo bien el inglés, entonces no sé si lo dice o no. Me encanta su trabajo y ojalá pueda hacer joyas así, un saludo :)

  • @gbunch15
    @gbunch15 Рік тому

    Too bad, screens and kits are gone now. New Link? But the techniques will be great to use in other fashions. Great video!

  • @rosess12
    @rosess12 3 роки тому

    I love your videos, only down fall I have spent a fortune on products. I have to have everything you have and I am a beginner. LOL

  • @minkytoms6784
    @minkytoms6784 5 років тому +1

    I've been looking forward to this foreverrrr... your teaser was just to much. Thank you for this tutorial and doing the Hearts. Valentines

  • @kathryngunter3621
    @kathryngunter3621 Рік тому

    I guess I am behind the times. Everytime I go to see where to order from your supplier, they no longer carry the items
    Do you have any suggestions or other suppliers?

  • @nunawatson4307
    @nunawatson4307 5 років тому

    Love love love ... But ... lm concerned about the rich pigment on your fingers ... I hear we need to be using an application or rubber gloves ... I forget at times as well ... I get so excited to get started

  • @terrib3701
    @terrib3701 2 роки тому

    It's not supposed to be perfect so it's ok. When I started doing Native American beadwork I was taught that it should have a mistake as we are not perfect only the Creator is

  • @kristiereed1403
    @kristiereed1403 4 роки тому

    With the gilding flakes - couldn’t you add a thin layer of resin on top, then do the silk screen so that you don’t have a problem with having a second layer rising up during the silk screen process?

  • @lydiacee9131
    @lydiacee9131 2 роки тому

    I just found this video and I was wondering if this would be too difficult for a beginner. I tried some of the links but not all of them were active. Thanks

  • @debbienix5790
    @debbienix5790 4 роки тому

    What part of Florida do you live in, because I live in Titusville, across from the Cape!

  • @clayboutique
    @clayboutique 5 років тому +1

    I LOVE these and have already tried them in my own way, as I didn’t have all the materials. I would ❤️ this kit!

  • @kimskees668
    @kimskees668 4 роки тому

    I was going to purchase this kit from Tiny Pandora but I don't see the heart silkscreens like yours. Did you get them at the same place?

  • @mydogeatsjeans7216
    @mydogeatsjeans7216 2 роки тому

    All resin can cause harm, odorless or not. Always use proper ppe.
    Beautiful pendants ❤ 😍.

  • @sandrawhaites5355
    @sandrawhaites5355 5 років тому +1

    Thank you so much for not just this wonderful tutorial but all of them. I find your videos so easy to follow and am grateful for you sharing your knowledge with us all. Keep up the good work.

  • @clairef6994
    @clairef6994 5 років тому +1

    Mais pourquoi il n'y a pas de bouton "j'adore"!? C'est juste splendide, merci beaucoup pour ce partage, du coup je me suis abonnée et je vais partager cette vidéo, c'est obligé :)

  • @vickidawson93
    @vickidawson93 2 роки тому

    I am not able to find this hearts silkscreen by RJ Crafts. Do you know if it is available anywhere?

  • @danlizzies8633
    @danlizzies8633 4 роки тому

    Wow that looks wonderful, I a, fro. The UK, where might I buy this kit please?

  • @1019buster
    @1019buster 3 роки тому

    Hello
    I love your videos, you are such an inspiration. Can you can tell me where to purchase the elephant and the owl stencil/kit. Thank you in advance

  • @hoodirash
    @hoodirash 5 років тому +1

    My heart melted when i saw you doting the black clay with your finger by the green color, it is very beautiful. I love your work. I hope i will win the giveaway 😍

  • @glyndaroe9453
    @glyndaroe9453 4 роки тому

    These are beautiful and your instructions are so clear. Did you create and upload a Part 2, finishing the other three hearts? I didn’t see it in your list of videos. Thanks.

  • @julialapeyrouse7205
    @julialapeyrouse7205 3 роки тому

    Can this technique be used on glass as well? I'm thinking a lot of your designs would be really pretty on the lower half of a stemless wine glass

  • @marionmathews9852
    @marionmathews9852 5 років тому +1

    Amazing tutorial, amazing results, amazing products. I must have these! They are gorgeous! TFS

  • @marciademond7289
    @marciademond7289 4 роки тому

    Hi my name is Marcia Demond and live in Australia and only just found your site and just love it but cannot get the kit as it is no longer on sale any chance I could by a kit please or if I can still buy Joyce Jones stencil please thank you just love the few things I have seen you do thank you

  • @dlmcder
    @dlmcder 5 років тому +1

    I just happened to stumble upon your tutorial and oh my goodness I love this Craft. You made it look so easy and I can’t wait to make my purchase and start this. What a fantastic gifts this will make for my friends and family

  • @ohpenme
    @ohpenme 5 років тому +2

    Another wonderful tutorial by a wonderful polymer clay texture artist on Tiny Pandora's wonderful hearts kit. So many texture options to choose from. Can't wait for the resin tutorial.

  • @tracymay8215
    @tracymay8215 4 роки тому +1

    I LoVe

  • @edwinleach4013
    @edwinleach4013 Рік тому

    Do you have a radio playing in the background? Distracting!!!

  • @Jules1280
    @Jules1280 5 років тому +1

    I am so excited and motivated by your tutorials. Can't wait to get my set up going for these. Thanks!! Cheers!

  • @charlenebyington7405
    @charlenebyington7405 5 років тому +1

    This is turning out absolutely gorgeous . . Love love love them all. Going on to finish watching but you did an amazing job...thanks for sharing. 😎 😎 😎

  • @betcherspiritdance
    @betcherspiritdance 5 років тому +1

    I didn't know stickles could be used on polymer clay. The pendants you made are gorgeous!

  • @debbieloveless9809
    @debbieloveless9809 5 років тому +1

    I love your videos... you explain the technique for each piece to a tee !! Keep up the good work .

  • @michellepetrie8898
    @michellepetrie8898 5 років тому +2

    Fantastic video! Love the creativity!

  • @pamclark8842
    @pamclark8842 4 роки тому

    I enjoyed your video however a little "fast forwarding" here and there sure would help!!!

  • @lisacapers2181
    @lisacapers2181 3 роки тому

    These are so beautiful, love it. Thanks for putting a link so I can buy some. I want to all you use. Lisa

  • @cyhomer
    @cyhomer 4 роки тому

    Oh..and can you use the screens on other surfaces? Or are they made specifically for clay? Thanks so much!

  • @angelatownsend3522
    @angelatownsend3522 3 роки тому

    She doesn't have any more of the kits with those hearts. The rest of the kits are generic looking. These hearts were sophisticated looking. They are nice when done.

  • @camaxtlichimalma759
    @camaxtlichimalma759 2 роки тому

    I thought the dog whining was one of mine until you said something. My shop cat waits until I am doing something delicate to jump onto my lap