I STARTED Early--Took my Dog--And visited the Sea--
The Mermaids in the Basement Came out to look at me
--Emily Dickinson

Saturday, January 24, 2015

Grow Your Blog Post - Emerald Tree Boa...

Welcome, everyone to Catrinket.  My name is Cathy and my cousin used to call me Catrinket for a nickname when I was little.  When I decided to start a blog to show off my crafting, I thought the name was perfect.  I've been working with polymer clay since 1995.  I LOVE it!  And I also love quilts (but sewing, not so much), so I merged it with my clay work and the results are here.

Quilt patterns lend themselves to caning, which is a good thing because I can't get enough of it!  It can be a bit of a problem, though...what do I do with all those canes (I probably have well over a hundred quilt canes right now?  Lucky for me, I've signed up for the year-long PCA Virtual Retreat and I've managed to find new ways to use my quilt canes in the first two lessons!  Yay!  First with Syndee Holt's bracelets, and now with Katie Oskin's animal figures.

I used some of the techniques from Katie Oskin's class to make this Emerald Tree Boa.  I'd been wondering what to do with this quilt cane--I put a border on it too soon and reduced it too far to be very usable.  But it works great for this critter!  Thanks so much for coming!!





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  1. JJanuary 25, 2015 at 7:32 AM

    Hello from "Grow Your Blog!" This is a beauty of a snake! I bought some clay a few years ago but haven't gotten to use it yet. I'm so grateful that it's still pliable! Your little guy inspires me to get busy with it!

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    1. CathyJanuary 25, 2015 at 11:08 PM

      Thanks so much for your kind words! That's one of the great things about polymer clay--you can use it even years later. I hope you have as much fun with clay as I do!

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  2. Lupe MeterJanuary 25, 2015 at 8:37 AM

    Hi Cathy, glad to meet you here on "Grow Your Blog"! I am a polymer clay artist, so we have something in common, we both love PC! I am also participating in Katie's Challenge and the PCA Virtual Retreat! Great job on your bracelet cuffs! This little boa is cute! Looking forward to seeing what you create! I hope you and I can be friends. Hop on over and take a look at my blog when you get a chance http://gesmpccorner.blogspot.com Have fun at the party!

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    1. CathyJanuary 25, 2015 at 11:16 PM

      Thanks so much for your kind words! It's nice to see a fellow retreater...I hope your'e having as much fun as I am. I took a quick peek at your blog, and it's beautiful! I hope I can take a more detailed look soon. Thanks for stopping by!

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  3. Beti HorvathJanuary 25, 2015 at 1:24 PM

    I'm here from Grow Your Blog too! Love your poly clay work. You have inspired me to try bracelets! http://stringingfool.blogspot.com/2015/01/grow-your-blog.html?

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    1. CathyJanuary 25, 2015 at 11:19 PM

      Thanks so much! I"m so happy I can be an inspiration. I took a look at your blog, and what I saw looks fun! I hope I can take a deeper look soon. Thanks for looking at my little blog.

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  4. Sue KosecJanuary 25, 2015 at 4:28 PM

    How fun! Keep crafting ...

    SuZeQ

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    1. CathyJanuary 25, 2015 at 11:20 PM

      Thank-you! I do have fun with polymer clay. There is SO much you can do with it...I don't think I'll ever get tired of it. Thanks so much for stopping by.

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  5. SUGAR MOONJanuary 25, 2015 at 9:54 PM

    You are very talented! I loved your work. am following and will return.

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    1. CathyJanuary 25, 2015 at 11:23 PM

      Thanks so much! I love making beautiful things (too bad about the occasional misfire) and it's nice to have a place to share them. I"m always looking for something new to make, so stay tuned. Thanks for stopping by and thanks so much for following my little blog.

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  6. MokkiJanuary 26, 2015 at 1:34 AM

    I like him, hes a lot of fun! Its such a good idea to mix the things you love. Quilts and polymer is a great mix!

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    1. CathyJanuary 26, 2015 at 11:21 PM

      Thanks! I had a lot of fun making him, so I"m glad people think he's fun. And I gotta agree...quilts and polymer ARE a great mix! Thanks for stopping by!

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  7. WilmaJanuary 26, 2015 at 6:41 AM

    Hello Cathy.
    Visiting from GYBP. I love your work especially the angels they are lovely.
    I signed up to follow you. Have a nice Party too.
    Blessings to you,
    Wilma. Shabby Royale.

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    1. CathyJanuary 26, 2015 at 11:23 PM

      Thanks so much for your kind words...and for following my little blog. My angels are among my favorite things to make (which must be why I make SO many of them), so I'm glad you like them. Thank-you for stopping by.

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  8. Magpie's MumblingsJanuary 26, 2015 at 7:36 PM

    awwwww - your little boa is absolutely adorable!! I love how you've combined quilt patterns into your clay pieces - a great marriage of mediums. Thank you for having us over for a visit!

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    1. CathyJanuary 26, 2015 at 11:28 PM

      Thanks for your kind words! Quilt patterns lend themselves to polymer clay so well...I'm SO glad I found a way to combine the two (well, several ways). I"m still always looking for something new. Thanks so much for visiting!

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  9. CarolJanuary 27, 2015 at 1:22 PM

    Love your little Boa and your blog name is perfect! Visiting from GYB .

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    1. CathyJanuary 29, 2015 at 10:38 PM

      It is isn't it? (I hope that doesn't sound conceited) I'm glad my cousin came up with it! Welcome to my blog and thanks so much for stopping by!

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  10. Laura Quaglia (Fun With This and That)January 27, 2015 at 5:40 PM

    Hi your have some great things .Not crazy about the snake thats just me. them bracelets are wonderful Your very creative.
    Laura

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    1. CathyJanuary 29, 2015 at 10:40 PM

      Heh...you're not the only one. I've had a couple of people mention that they don't like snakes, so this isn't their thing. Thanks for your kind words about my bracelets. I still have SO many ideas!

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  11. Carole @ From My Carolina HomeJanuary 29, 2015 at 3:42 PM

    Oh my goodness, how creative you are! I love those bracelets.

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    1. CathyJanuary 29, 2015 at 10:42 PM

      Thank you so much! I"m on such a bracelet kick right now. I'm guessing as the other classes come up, I'll probably get obsessed with something else later on. Thanks for stopping by!

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  12. ReneeJanuary 30, 2015 at 9:14 AM

    What a cute boa! And your bracelets are fantastic!

    Renee at Living My Dream

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    1. CathyFebruary 1, 2015 at 9:03 PM

      Thanks! I can't seem to leave the bracelets alone! I made a couple more at Clay Day and will be posting them soon.

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  13. Cheeky Rose BoutiqueJanuary 31, 2015 at 5:36 AM

    Blessings Cathy! I just love the cute snake, not scary at all! I am a new follower and live in Cape Coral, Fl where I make one of a kind dolls. Happy blogging! Jan

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    1. CathyFebruary 1, 2015 at 9:10 PM

      Thanks so much! And thanks for following my little blog. Your dolls are filled with whimsy and I'm following you back! Thanks again!

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  14. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2015 at 5:27 PM

    He is awesome! visiting via GYB and following too!
    www.addicted2fabric.wordpress.com

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  15. CathyFebruary 1, 2015 at 9:12 PM

    Thanks! I hope you're having fun with the blog party. Wow! The fabric on your blog is fabulous--I signed up to follow your blog, too!

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  16. Debbie WalterFebruary 3, 2015 at 7:59 PM

    Love your blog! I also work with polymer clay, it is such a versatile medium! I'll be back often!

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