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Archive for the ‘mixed media jewelry.’ Category
Featuring the Art Jewelry of Cynthia Venet
Tuesday, April 20th, 2010
We had so much fun on Cool 2 Craft Live yesterday. It's so fun to be able to interact with creative people all over the world. We chatted with friends from France, Canada, the Us and UK. If you missed it, be sure and check out the archived link on the right side bar. Friendly Plastic will be return to Cool 2 Craft Live next Monday April 26th.
Im happy to be featuring a relatively new artist to the blog. She comes sharing her beautiful art jewelry that combines Friendly Plastic, wire and charms. A totally unique one of a kind set pendants by Artist Cynthia Venet! Beautiful!!!!
Linda Peterson is compensated and endorsed by AMACO. The guests features may or may not have any affiliation with AMACO.
Linda Peterson is compensated and endorsed by AMACO. The guests features may or may not have any affiliation with AMACO.
Design Challenge Inspiration from Liz and Linda
Saturday, November 7th, 2009
The Open Design Challenge deadline has been extended! WHEW!!! NOVEMBER 18th is your absolute drop dead date that packages have to be post marked in order to be entered for prizes (of course ...if you just want to send us something...we'll accept! :o)
The above is one of the MANY beautiful pieces of alluring eye candy that Liz Welch brought with her from the UK for sale. Not sure if this piece is still available but if you're interested contact her thru her blog: http://www.rarelizzie.wordpress.com/
Just look at the loads of mixed media presented in this piece - all combined with friendly plastic. Even more stunning in person!
For my take on mixed media, I chose found objects...okay..sort of found objects...little watch parts, patina'd brass washers all combined with Artemboss Copper and hammered WireForm Brass rods
Two totally different takes on mixed media....isn't art wonderful??
Tomorrow...Design Challenge inspiration from Jana and Jen!!
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Friendly Plastic TV – Creating Textures in Friendly Plastic
Friday, October 30th, 2009
I've been receiving so much email asking for basic techniques and THANK YOU to everyone who has sent in suggestions! The only way to make keep bringing you content that is helpful is to know what you want to see
A big thank you to Liz Welch for inspiring this segment. She has a wonderful DVD available as I mentioned before where she goes into greater depth on these basic techniques
You can purchase it from her website at: www.rarebird.ltd.uk if you are in the UK or through her USA contact Jen Lowe of Jen Lowe Designs. US price is $25.00 plus shipping.
For Friendly Plastic pellets and one of a kind steam punk jewelry featuring friendly plastic and this technique visit my etsy store: http://www.lindapetersondesigns.etsy.com/
A big thank you to Liz Welch for inspiring this segment. She has a wonderful DVD available as I mentioned before where she goes into greater depth on these basic techniques
You can purchase it from her website at: www.rarebird.ltd.uk if you are in the UK or through her USA contact Jen Lowe of Jen Lowe Designs. US price is $25.00 plus shipping.
For Friendly Plastic pellets and one of a kind steam punk jewelry featuring friendly plastic and this technique visit my etsy store: http://www.lindapetersondesigns.etsy.com/
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Armature Wire, Wire Mesh and Friendly Plastic
Friday, August 14th, 2009
We continue to grow!!! We are 230 + members strong on Facebook! We need more more more!!!
Im sure most of you are familiar with the Friendly Plastic Queen of texture, Liz Welch. We have soooo many new members, that I thought it appropriate to feature her again - especially since we are on the topic of Mixed Media with Friendly Plastic.
Liz combines armature wire (the silver wire), WireForm wire mesh and friendly plastic to create unique designs full of texture!
Armature wire comes in several thicknesses from 3/16" down to 1/16. Because it is made of aluminum it can be textured with a hammer or patterned with metal stamps. It bends so easily and provides a nice bold statement. 
Im sure most of you are familiar with the Friendly Plastic Queen of texture, Liz Welch. We have soooo many new members, that I thought it appropriate to feature her again - especially since we are on the topic of Mixed Media with Friendly Plastic.
Liz combines armature wire (the silver wire), WireForm wire mesh and friendly plastic to create unique designs full of texture!
Armature wire comes in several thicknesses from 3/16" down to 1/16. Because it is made of aluminum it can be textured with a hammer or patterned with metal stamps. It bends so easily and provides a nice bold statement.
Wireform Mesh also comes in a variety of colors (aluminum, copper and brass) along with a variety of textures and styles. Just look at the texture in the Friendly Plastic once it is pressed up into the mesh...
Liz has a website full of creative and inspiring ideas when it comes to mixing things with friendly plastic so be sure to check her out. - click here
WireForm Metal and Armature wire can be found at Michaels stores or online at amaco.com
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