May I introduce Funki - a new design based on greens & fushia. I have combined several effects here cane work, marbling, skinner blends and have mixed my own colors from two main Fimo soft ones. Once cured they were wet n dry sanded and then varnished. I use a Spanish Ceramic varnish.
The two photos below are the same necklace hung in different ways. There is no clasp so it can be worn anyway - Funki or what? And what’s more totally unique!
The classes are now in full swing and bookings are being taken as places are limited. Workshops can be scheduled to suit an individuals needs. I have also scheduled some dates for convenience this month. Please refer to “my agenda”.
Below are the course specifics:
Polymer Clay Classes at Lunes Bijoux
When: classes are available all year round and can be arranged to suit an individual’s times & needs.
Where: Lunes Bijoux has a dedicated craft area for classes.
Participants: 1 - 4. There is no minimum class number; however for convenience polymer clay classes are restricted to 4 participants in any one session. Classes can be designed to suit the age range & needs.
Price: 30 € beginners / 50 € Intermediate
Length of classes: 5 - 7 hours. This can be over two days (does not have to be two consecutive days) or a full day. Participants are responsible for arranging their own lunch. Picnic site available in the village or Restaurant La Luciole (open every lunchtime except Wednesday)
What’s included: tuition, 120g of clay (your choice of colours), tools, oven for curing, varnish, glue & refreshments.
What’s not included: jewellery findings and objects (these can be purchased on the day from the studio.)
What you need to know: Reservations are necessary; payment for the class on arrival is required.
You need to bring: an apron, any specific objects you may want to use / cover (most plastics will melt when cured!)
Polymer Clay Classes - Lunes Bijoux
Polymer Clay 1 Beginners (30€)
You will learn how to:
From these techniques you will have the opportunity to create*:
Polymer Clay 2 Beginners (30€)
You will learn how to:
From these techniques you will have the opportunity to create*:
*the choice is yours; it may be possible to make several objects depending on how you use your clay. Findings are not included (pendant hangers, magnets, brooch pins, pens, stoppers etc., but they can be purchased on the day)
Polymer Clay 3 Intermediate (50€)
You will learn how to:
Beyond the classes……
It is possible to reserve the craft centre in order to make your own creations without tuition. The use of the table, polymer clay tools & oven are all available.
10€ per person per session - maximum 3 hours / 4 people.
(Please note - this does not include clay, tools, finishings etc, all of which can be purchased on site.)
Welcome to Lunes Bijoux newsletter - June 2008
Merci et à très bientôt
Kylee & Andy
If you are in the Hérault area on Sunday 8th June Caunes Minervois is well worth a visit. Les Marbières de Caunes is hosting it’s annual Marble Festival and it proves to be a spectacular event. Have a look at their website for more details.
They have conferences, demonstrations, workshops and artists all in full display. I will be with the Métiers d’art du Pays Cathare group in the wonderful Abbey of Caunes Minervois. 
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You give your love and friendship unconditionally. You enjoy long, thoughtful conversations rich in philosophy and spirituality. You are very loyal and intuitive.
Well I would have never said I was blue - but having just taken this quiz apparently I am! I suppose when I read what it says about me I must admit it does fit. Why not take the quiz and then let me know what colour you are.
Speaking of colours - I completely sold out of all my bright stunning colours at Fontfroide - so last week the oven was on and this is what I came up with:
All three sets of “beads” are currently waiting for Andy’s magical finishing touch. The pink & greens have already been drilled & varnished however the oranges & blues need drilling and buffing rather than varnishing. Each set will become a necklace but the exact design of each one is still undecided.
Have you noticed the Lunes logo in the purple / blues? Each design carries the little moon.
I spent most of yesterday updating my Lunes Bijoux website with the three new colours. I’m happy with the layout and have tried to put the emphasis more on me as a Polymer artist than a general fantasy jewellery designer. Any comments?
With regards to the Euro Clay Carnival in France October 2009 - we are now at the teacher selection stage - the proposals I have already seen are stunning! It should prove to be a magical event.
I am inspired on a daily basis by the wealth of information available on the web regarding polymer clay & artists. Blogs, websites and so on are endless. Lindly Haunani is a Polymer Clay Artist who has an excellent blog
Her blog header alone catches the real essence of the power of colour in art. Have a look - you’re sure to be inspired!
I had great fun making this new range of funky wine stoppers. I call them my Turkish Teapots! They are so decorative! I have even created matching salad server sets! The wine stoppers can also fit in oil vinegar bottles in the kitchen.
I use both fimo & prémo clay - I actually like mixing them both together and blending my own unique colours.
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