This is a great tutorial that will offer a beginner a bit of a challenge, and is well written to ensure success.


There are plenty of detailed tips and pointers for how to create molds that will line up for two-sided beads, how to condition your molds for clean release, how to measure the clay (always a challenge), and how to control the mica powders from running amok.  read more »

This is a terrific intermediate tutorial on how to create beads using plain objects or buttons you might have sitting around at the house.

The tutorial is divided into two parts: the first part thoroughly explains how to create the original molds, and the second part details how to create the beads. Carolyn does a superb job in explaining all the details and tricks of both parts. There are numerous pictures and the text is clear and never superfluous.  read more »