Sunday, April 1, 2012

PPCG show in Saxonburg opens April 7

Join us for the opening of the 
Pittsburgh Polymer Clay Guild's Show
April 7, 2012 - 6:30pm until 9:30pm
Gallery in Saxonburg, 215 Main St, Saxonburg, PA 16056


Exceptional jewelry and unique small sculptures in vivid colors fill the Gallery...
Members from across the Pittsburgh area will be there to meet you and discuss their works and processes...
If you missed it last year this is a show worth the trip!
 
Join us for refreshments and a reception for the Artists on Saturday Evening, April 7 from 6:30-8:30 at the Gallery in Saxonburg. The show will run through April 21 during regular Gallery hours or call 412-260-5779 for additional hours

 

Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Sarah Shriver Workshop


Intricate Kaleidoscope Caning JUNE 2-3, 2012 — 9 am to 5 pm   Pittsburgh, PA (Bridgeville area)

Students will create a polymer clay cane with the illusion of depth and movement by repeating an interlocking pattern and Skinner blends. The class will take time selecting colors and working on the visual texture and quality of this fairly simple cane. Then Sarah will show the class ways of kaleidoscoping the cane to create infinite and intricate variations. She will also share ideas on bead construction and finishing techniques.

All skill levels welcome!

The workshop will be held at
Georgetown Clubhouse | Valley View Drive | Lawrence, PA 15055
Lunch available for an extra fee paid at the workshop



The deadline for the deposit ($100) is April 20, with the balance due May 18.

$165 PPCG Members; $175 non-member


Polymer Clay Workshop with internationally known instructor

Please contact Rebecca at berecca [at] aol.com to reserve your place,
get instructions for mailing payment, and receive the supplies list.


Cancellations before April 20 receive a full refund of your registration fee. Cancellations between
April 20 and May 18 will receive 50% refund. After May 18, your registration fee will be refunded by
50% only if your space can be filled with another student.

Sarah Shriver

Saturday, January 7, 2012

NEW DATE!! JUNE 2-3: Workshop with Sarah Shriver

PPCG Spring Workshop  -  JUNE 2-3, 2012  - Pittsburgh, PA
Sarah Shriver

Sarah's description of the class:
Students will create a polymer clay cane with the illusion of depth and movement by using a repeat interlocking pattern and the Skinner blend. We will take time selecting colors and work on the visual texture and quality of this fairly simple cane. Then I will show you some ways of kaleidoscoping the image to create infinite and intricate variations. Lastly, I will share my ideas on bead construction and finishing techniques.


All skill levels welcome  More details to come. Watch this space for cost, location, supplies list.
If you think you might be interested in attending, send an email to berecca at aol dot com
 


January Clay Day -- Sunday, January 15

January Clay Day -- Sunday, January 15
As usual, it's the 3rd Sunday and you're invited!
10 am to 2 pm at the 
286 Main Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201 

We will have a demo around noon...topic yet to be decided! Bring your clay and join us!

Saturday, October 8, 2011

Clay Day reminder

Our next clay day is October 16. As usual, it's the 3rd Sunday and you're invited!
10 am to 2 pm at the Stephen Foster Community Center in Lawrenceville, 286 Main Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201

  • October 16 -- Surface treatments by Deanna, Irene, and Rebecca
  • November 20 -- Denise demonstrates how to add some pizzazz to your blade case

Friday, September 30, 2011

2011 Retreat Swap: Bracelets

Our Bernie is the idea lady. She always has a fun project for our retreat weekend. This year she did the prep work for us, making 20+ bracelets out of a strip of rainbow-colored computer wire. All we had to do was create a decorative accent piece to embellish the bracelet. See a few samples below...
Here's a good tip...we glued cured clay to plastic coated wire with Loctite® Vinyl, Fabric & Plastic Flexible Adhesive glue. Bernie says it will hold and it certainly seems to be very firmly attached.

Check out several of the swap bracelets...






Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Happy Fall and Welcome Back!

We just returned from our 2011 retreat. We gave a few demos, did a bracelet swap, raised a few bucks with a Chinese auction and silent bid auction. The weekend always goes too fast but we've already chosen the date for next year. It will be in October next year...watch this blog for more details.

We all managed to look very photogenic in our group shot. Check out this fine gang!


Our next clay day is October 16. As usual, it's the 3rd Sunday. You're invited!
10 am to 2 pm at the Stephen Foster Community Center in Lawrenceville, 286 Main Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201
  • October 16 -- Surface treatments by Deanna, Irene, and Rebecca
  • November 20 -- Denise demonstrates how to add some pizzazz to your blade case