$28

Foursquare Cane Technique with Shane Smith

Shane Smith shares her tips for creating a cane from very simple beginnings. The foursquare technique yields a dramatic cane. Several beads are demonstrated, including pillow beads, lentil beads and grommet beads.
$28
Adv Beginner
28:03
28:03

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... materials

Class Materials List

• Pasta machine
• Acrylic roller
• Smoothing tool
• Tissue blades
• Ruler
• 2 packages white clay
• 1 package black clay
• Scrap Clay
• Round Kemper Cutters
• Grommets (available at PrairieCraft.com)



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Shane Smith

Being a polymer clay artist for nearly 30 years has been one of the most soul satisfying adventures in the life of Shane Smith. She has had success in many mediums, however once she discovered polymer clay, it quickly became her focus.

In the 90's, Shane made a living producing and selling a line of polymer clay angels. Shane's Angels became a popular collectible line and were soon sold in 23 stores in ten states. In addition to producing her line, she also participated in art/craft shows, galleries, and licensing agreements with catalogs and gift manufacturers.

Shane's work in caning, sculpture...
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Customer Reviews

Wonderful, inspirational class! Review by Kathleen
Shane is an excellent teacher. Each step is clearly explained and the written materials are helpful. I am inspired to try some Skinner blends with black to get more color in the beads. (Posted on 3/21/15)
Fantastic Class Review by Gayle
This class is for anyone that loves canes like I do! It is very easy to follow the steps. Shane Smith is a great teacher! (Posted on 3/10/15)

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