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Vintage Christmas images  are a great springboard for easy-peasy, creative gift giving. Having ready-made "blanks" on hand makes creating a snap.  I created my blanks from  this wonderfully versatile air-dry polymer clay from Activa          (This is a great sticky-free clay.) I liked the idea of a domino shaped pendant that was lightweight. I used my "pokey-tool" to push a hole through the domino shape. (Ignore the messy surface, it will all be covered.) Next step is to choose the  perfect Vintage Christmas image. (Trace around your shape for the image to cut out.) Gel medium   works well to adhere your image to the blank.    ( This mini set of   mediums    is a great way to sample a product or include in an artistic gift set.) When the gel dries, use a metallic marker over the back and sides. (Kid-friendly project.) Glaze   covers the image,  glitter   is ...

"With frigid temperatures on their way,  book tropical cruises and plan to play." I had a fabulously fun time playing with with my   Modena Soft clay from Activa   (This clay is non-sticky & super easy to use.) Using this  Seashell Mold  I was able to create some embellishments for my frame. In less than an hour it was dry enough to remove from the mold, but I would air dry for at least a day before using. It continues to dry into a sturdy, flexible state. This clay was so user friendly that I could use my scissors to trim away the excess.           (I kneaded in  powder  and gelatos  to achieve color.) Using a bare wooden frame, I ran a bead of  gel medium   on the front and covered it with a scrap piece of tissue paper; pressing it down to adhere. (Keeping it loose and crinkly adds great texture.)  I then painted on the tissue paper with acrylic paints which further adhered ...