ArtFire

In this tutorial you will learn to make tube beads with rich textures that are totally seamless. I will also show you how to make larger focal beads (including the end caps) as well as covering pens and other tube shaped objects with this same technique.

The nice thing is that there is no sanding involved yet your pieces will have a silky smooth finish.

I've included a color guide and tips for using mica powders as well as texture ideas to use for your new creations.

As a bonus, I have included a color recipe sheet where I share with you how I achieve some of my favorite designs.

It consists of 18 pages broken down into 49 steps and includes more than 50 photos for easy and clear instruction.

This tutorial is sent via .pdf file directly to your e-mail box within 24 hours of payment received but generally you will receive it within a few hours.

Even though this tutorial is fairly easy, a basic understanding of working with polymer clay is recommended.

Materials & Tools Needed:
-polymer clay (prefer Kato or Premo)
-mica powders, acrylic paints and/or inks (optional)
-liquid clay like Sculpey or Kato (opt.)
-Varathane: Flecto Diamond, Future Floor Acrylic or PYMII (Preserve Your Memories II)
-pasta machine (optional)
-brayer or acrylic roller
-tissue blade
-ruler
-spray bottle with water
-towel (paper or cloth)
-thin knitting needle or steel rods
-assorted texture sheets or stamps
-cosmetic applicators, cosmetic sponges and/or fine paint brush
-bead rack or folded index cards
-piece of non-slip shelf liner
-cocktail toothpicks (wood)
-Plexiglass or acrylic paddle (optional)
-pen blanks if you want to cover any pens
-baking pan
-baking soda
-tin foil
-Oven & Thermometer

tutorial

You can read a review on this tutorial at Claylessons:

http://www.claylessons.com/review/textured-tubes-more-review

You can sell your own original designs made with this tutorial, but the tutorial itself cannot be re-sold, reproduced or shared without my permission.