Complex Cane: Easy, Extruded and Pandorafied

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SUBSCRIBE for more FREE tutorials. Complex caning is a lot less complex when you use extruded shapes. Here I'll show you how to take an ordinary stack of squares and make them into exotic canes.
I use the Czextruder by Lucyclay Tools with a Ryobi cordless drill.
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You'll never get tired of making variations on this easy cane. Extruded canes can be endlessly reshaped and recombined into fascinating designs by "Pandorafying" them. Pandora shows you how to build a cane with simple squares and transform it into intricate patterns. It's super fun and way easier than you think.

[@karinaandrews9375]

Lovely video, and a beautiful cane. I love "playing" with polymer clay, and have done so for many years. Though I especially like the portion of the video (around the 25min point) where you spoke of time and may I paraphrase "Zen and the art of Crafting". For many years, and numerous complex projects behind me, the question often comes up "How long did that take you to make" and my simple response is always "I do not know" And I don't know because I get absorbed in the process and finished result is the bonus of my pleasure! Thank you, and happy crafting!

[@megrosano6009]

Being disabled, this technique is a huge help! Thank you for sharing 😀

[@vidyaprasad4147]

Totally new twist to an extruded cane- every step was true magic - kept me guessing till the end- thankyou is very deficient here

[@RebeccaBrooksJasmineandViolets]

Thank you so much Teresa! A great reply to the YouTubist is "Easy doesn't always mean fast." Something that is made quickly looks like it lol :) I'm all about taking my time . Thanks so much for taking the time to make these classes for us!

[@NBaier-zk1sv]

I am an artist and brand new to polymer clay. I feel so fortunate to have discovered your videos. Your artistry is amazing and you present everything in such an understandable way. It means a lot to someone who is just starting out. Thank you!!!

[@Huntr3ss1]

Well, I am definitely 'Pandorified' ! I love your videos. You make it easy to follow. I am disabled to some degree, and I have trouble working for long periods of time, and finding a reason to. I have many items for my clay. I buy them from Shades of Clay here in Ontario, Canada. I was inspired by 2 Canadian artists, one of whom, is a manufacturer of Cabezel All-In-One molds. I think you would love them! It is a bezel and cabochon mold all in one. I have made some neat things with them, but after viewing your much easier to follow tutorials,I can make even better things! I think you are one stylish Chick (lol), and you made my day and I would love to know you. Thank you for continuing to inspire us all!

[@shawnamiller832]

I personally don't care how long it takes for you to make anything I love learning from you and enjoy every demo you have and think your work is BEAUTIFUL ! And if anyone is a true artist they understand that we are known as perfectionist and we never view our time we view our work and the end results.

[@marywoods6329]

It is amazing how far claying has come from when I first bought my clay 2005,6,7 thank you so much

[@julierochforte7174]

Every time you said "Now I'll just change the shape or I'll just cut it again" I thought 'No no! Don't! It looks great now! But you just kept surprising me. I can't wait to watch some more and get started on some of my own. You have my thanks and my total respect. I'd never have guessed at the enormity of possibilities!

[@nancygellison6142]

I've been an artist most of my life doing drawings, oil paintings and many crafts. The videos you do are mesmerizing to watch. So very unreal the different patterns you come up with, amazing and beautiful. I'm always fascinated to watch another artist work. This is my beginning with polymer clay and I hope that I can make beautiful things like you. Thank you for all your videos.

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

I'm sure you'll be a wonderful Polymer artist, Nancy. if you want to, friend me on fb and I will get you into my clay group, HOP! Hooked on Polymer. bit.ly/pandoraonfb

[@lucyl.4356]

You are so easy to understand Teresa, looks like fun, bought some polymer and cannot wait to try it out. Beautiful cane. Thanks a bunch

[@laurasheaffer167]

I'm very new to polymer clay--about two weeks--and I learn something magical every time I watch you. Thanks.

[@trailmix1970]

I did that this christmas, i made massive list from beads to strings. The whole family bought me stuff. I was so happy. They all thought i was crazy. I was kid in a toy store.

[@kellyconrad9258]

You are a very good teacher. I learned so much & you give me confidence to play a little to see what I come up with. Thanks so much.

[@augustcalderaro3797]

Thank you very much, love your method of teaching. Life is a journey not a destination, so take your time and smell the roses along the way. Great Video, August

[@janeneathey8977]

Thank you so much. I’ve been making crochet hook handles and become a bit bored with my VERY simple designs. You’ve inspired me to become more adventurous and have a go and some jewellery.

[@brendavanzant60]

How fun is this? I'm finally buying a czextruder for my birthday! So I decided to check out some videos for ideas, and stumbled onto yours. My, how far your videos have come! It's impressive, seriously! I love watching this older stuff of yours, still amazing! And then watching your newer stuff, which is extremely impressive! Way to go on improvements over the years! I hope my crafting improves this well!

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Thank you, Brenda. How sweet!

[@DianaRedlin]

Really cool. Thanks for sharing it. And your own wisdom. I would never have gotten this in a million years. I always thought I had to keep to the traditional way to make canes. This is more intuitive. Again thank you Teresa Pandora

[@LeslieNikulka]

Thank you, Teresa for your wonderful videos and for sharing your gift. I am a newbie to polymer clay and in my search for more knowledge I am always drawn back to your style

[@LeslieNikulka]

+leslie nikulka sorry...there was a glitch. "...to your style of caning. I guess it's time I actually made something. LOL! :D

[@sherrelleinsig2436]

I love your work and hope you continue to do videos on youtube. You do wonderful work especially the ZEN feeling. I am disabled and find it hard to relax and watching you relax and play in very inspiring to me. Thank you again for sharing.

[@LaynieFingers]

Please take this in the kindest way- the way you manipulate your clay is insane. I've worked with polymer clay, and done some interesting things, but this just blows my mind. One day... one day I'd like to see the potential you see in your blocks and all. Gorgeous, gorgeous work!

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Thanks so much, Laynie. I'm doing a 10-vid course for curious.com and we'll be Pandorifying everything in sight. Polymer Claydate with Pandora. Free signup.

[@LaynieFingers]

Teresa Pandora Salgado SWEET! :D

[@rosecorrado6648]

Love ,love ,love your teachings . Long and short of it . Thank you!!!!!!!!!!

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Rose Corrado how sweet! Thank you❤️

[@therealmccoy9687]

Oh my gosh! When I looked at your "recipe" card I read Le Blue and Le Green, LOL. Love the video, will give it a try. Thank you.

[@charlottebeck3757]

So much enjoyment! How can you inspire and relax me all at the same!

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

😀thank you

[@theresahertling]

Pure talent. Thank you for taking the time to share how to do this from start to finish! Simply amazing! I am DEFINITELY trying this!

[@kathrynduncan8262]

I loved this tutorial because it gives you scope to do anything with it and try different things. Thank you

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Thank you, Sherrell. So happy you enjoyed it!

[@julissimo1]

You are amazing! Love all of your videos. You definitely are able to get into the flow and yet still be talking and explain everything, which is just great to me. Thank you.

[@runawaybead]

I love natural fractals in nature but I think this is amazing ❤

[@janiewarre9941]

You’re my favorite artist. Thank you for your teaching.

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Janie Warre thank you♥️

[@micheledickey4066]

I am soooooo glad that I found you!!!! This is an all inspiring video!!! It really did make me think outside the "box" cane! Thank you so so so much!!!

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Thank you, Michele! I'm happy you enjoyed it. I have courses on curious.com (Polymer Claydate with Pandora) and also with 21 world class teachers in the Polymer Clay Adventure. Check it out. bit.ly/1wJLawK

[@veronicatzimas1263]

You are simply amazing! Love your tutorials.....so clear and informative!

[@christellebrunet8349]

votre vidéo est géniale, on a l'impression d"avoir une amie à la maison, vous expliquant tout simplement, en vous mettant à l'aise,une méthode qui est pour ma part difficile ,mais vous dédramatisez , en nous faisant comprendre que tout vient de l'esprit et du cœur ! merci !

[@marionmathews9852]

This was an amazing tutorial. Full of good advice and a stunning end result. TFS

[@catherined7607]

I love your Zen/Pandorification!

[@KathleenRenninger]

Thank you so much for sharing this technique! I never could have foreseen the result. You are amazing! I've shied- away from caning, but am getting an extruder for Christmas . This video has helped me to understand what I can do with it.

[@kemilynina]

Hi Teresa, Thank you for sharing your talents. Your so very kind to take the time to do what you do. Know that you make others happy and perhaps even make their days more enjoyable by helping them create freely. As a teacher I must say your tutorials are easy to follow and I especially like how encouraging you are to the learner. Creativity is especially therapeutic and Im glad you are sharing your gift of artis Your kiwill lll

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Thank you Brenda and thank you Lyn!

[@lynnetaylor6819]

You are AMAZING ... I just love your video...I havnt started doing any beads or anything yet but going to with the grandkids for xmas presents....we are going to make sun catchers with crystal beads and wanted to make polymer beads to go with it, mainly for the kids sake...but now you have given me so much more inspiration to do so many more things. I absolutely LOVE YOUR ENERGY. you have a very calming effect on me. Going to watch the rest of your videos too. A billion thanks to you Teresa :) and a billion blessings too . :)

[@dawnb1221]

Very nice demo! I really enjoyed it.

[@chantale235]

you don't need to please everyone I love this and can't wait to try it

[@ariellemorris]

Love you videos, and your canes! your voice is just so nice to listen to, and you explain everything so well too :)

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Thank you!

[@peaches5712]

You are amazing Pandora! I have just started working with polymer clay and you make it so easy to understand! I'm still a little intimidated as I too am "not a rich woman" lol so I try to be frugal when using my clay. Sometimes it comes back to bite me in the tush!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful talent and I look forward to seeing what new things you create in 2015.

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Thank you, Peaches! Come see me at curious.com/polymerclaydatewithpandora. Enrollment is easy and free and the first class is also free.

[@journeywithnancy]

Looking forward to more videos from you, I'm new, and love that I found your channel, most others are babbling on and on about nothing or poor video quality or just music and no instructions thank you so much, would love to see more boho look

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Thank you, Journey. I love making the vids. I have a complete course on curios.com also. My channel there is Polymer Claydate with Pandora. Another new thing is The Polymer Clay Adventure bit.ly/1wJLawK It's a virtual clay retreat with 21 world class teachers.and ME :-) There will be live events and chat and all kinds of stuff. If you decide to join, be sure to use my link because I am giving my students a signed potion bottle and fb chat support as a free gift.

[@emmari0601]

Gorgeous, - very clear and helpful. :) Love your voice and easy going. Thank you SO much!

[@baublesbeadsbraids5565]

The cane is gorgeous Teresa! This is a very interesting and totally instructive video. I've been so scared to make canes in case I mucked them up but you've put me into my Zen zone with your laid back style. I'll be getting out my extruder, mine isn't as fancy but still gets the job done if a bit slower, and definitely trying this out soon.

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Yep it's all about fun, Lyn. You won't muck it up. :-)

[@vickieleigh1]

I just found you, ok. And I just love watching you, ok. And I’m going to continue to watch you, ok. 😂 ❤️

[@carmensol34]

I really like this video! You took your time to explain every step witch it's great for us with no much experience with PC. It hurt me when you cut the clay and just rolled into your hands like nothing! I love your work and all the very Neat stuff that you make!

[@MissKim--SP]

I love the idea of the craft registry. I'll wrack my brain to figure it out.

[@gagesmommy17]

I am sure you are having a great time recording videos anyway ,you are absolutely.

[@gagesmommy17]

lol i meant to type awesome.

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Ashley Atwood Thank you!

[@TheNailCat]

Oh...my...WOW!!! That was awesome! I can't wait to try some of your ideas!

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Thank you!

[@ruthmills2292]

I love it. I doubt that I have the patience or dexterity to make it but it is one of the most beautiful ones that I have seen! Thank you for sharing this with us!💚🤍

[@ellenmac5406]

Love your videos! Can’t get enough 💜💜💜💜

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Ellen Mac thank you! I’m live every Sat at 3ET on my fb group. Here’s a link. facebook.com/groups/215432243156036/?ref=share

[@sandradavis847]

Thanks and HAPPY HOLIDAYS.

[@flordenoviembre6947]

You are a wonderful and generous teacher. Thank you for sharing.

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Flor de Noviembre Thank you!

[@denisegriffin156]

Thank you I love your attitude and your cane work. I will watch for you.

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

How sweet, thank you.

[@kml223]

I have learned soooooooooo much from you, I am a newbie and cannot wait to get started! Thank you so much for sharing.

[@paulinedunleavy2125]

really enjoyed that came across you by chance, keep them coming. I'm a newbee from Ireland!

[@gsabillon23]

This was a very creative, inspiring, motivating, etc, etc, etc, video.

[@cityzenkane108]

Love your free styling

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Thank you. it's a joy for sure.

[@jackiebyers1272]

Excellent tutorial!

[@OldLadyInFL]

Love this! This really does make one-of-a-kind pieces. Subscribed!

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Thank you. I do a live class every week on FaceBook.

[@LoriGreen623]

OMG when I first started watching I was like, oh this is too simple anyone can do that and by the end my mind was blown.

[@sarassmith6900]

Thank you for sharing your wonderful ideas. I really enjoyed your video 🤙🌹

[@stephw.1196]

Thank you so much you are inspirational and I enjoy learning from your videos.

[@crudivor]

Thanks so much for talking about zen space and flow. My family dont get it. But crafting is meditation.

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

So true, Mimi. You are very welcome.

[@kimberlyleon2147]

Awesome tutorial

[@suzyzoo8584]

Just love watching your videos. Thanks

[@suziet5857]

It seems complex but it is a very easy technique. Beautiful, love it !!!

[@saionarareis4082]

Amazing work. Thanks for sharing it.

[@ooosteve]

thanks for sharing! I am just getting into polymer clay and you are a huge inspiration.

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Thank you, ooosteve. Besides my 18 KZbin vids I have a 10-vid comprehensive caning course at www.curious.com/polymerclaydatewithpandora with a NEW one that is all projects coming out on Valentines Day. On curious, the blending vid is free and enrollment is free even if you dont take the course. You can also find me at the Polymer Clay Adventure virtual clay retreat-with 21 world class teachers plus me :-) - for info click here bit.ly/1wJLawK Happy Claying!

[@fionafern]

Amazing---I must have been under a rock---I've never seen this before...

[@GinnieDerk]

I love what you make. I agree we need a way to get the things we need. Oh well I will keep saving my pennies to buy what I want. I want to make things like you do. Lady you are great.

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Thank you, Virginia.How kind of you to say.

[@aletaballard6493]

I just saw your new video...it's beautiful! Thanks for sharing this information with us!

[@Itsyaboybearieboo]

Love this video! Beautiful work.

[@xxxxhugglesxxxx]

Thankyou Pandora I love this video!!! You are awesome x

[@Julsfr]

Thank you, absolutely gorgeous. Fab ideas 👌👌👌

[@JanRiordan]

Superb, clear and easy to follow. You also confirm my love of playing around with techniques rather than following a pattern rigidly and coming up with something different. I love that working in Polymer Clay gives you infinite options .. for colour, pattern, style so it's such a pity to follow rigidly. Look forward to watching more of your videos. Why do you use Sculpey Souffle .. isn't it a bit soft for Caning?? Here in France Fimo tends to be more used .. because its from Germany and Professional is good for caning.

[@laureenhawes8093]

Just great! I'm only sorry I didn't discover you sooner!

[@tantesherry]

brilliant work Teresa - loved your idea of just sitting down with a simple extruded cane and working it w/o any preconceived pattern in mind - I love techniques like that - very freeing - thanks for sharing this with us:) btw, your end result came out beautiful

[@Danele66]

Thank you for sharing that amazing lesson. I'm new to polymer clay and was wanting to see how to combine colors to create awesome effects and you've done that for me. I really enjoyed watching your techniques. :D

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Thank you, Danele. I'm so happy you enjoyed it.

[@Danele66]

I loved the bowl you showed in one of your video's. Is it possible for you to make a video of one. I didn't see one in you list.

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

That lesson is on Curious.com. Search Polymer Claydate with Pandora. :-)

[@israelamper35]

I´m just getting started with my new hobby, and this was really helpful - thanks! :)

[@divineluna1373]

Wow 😮!!! That is amazing !! My eyes hurt and my head’s spinning..lol One of these days I wanna be able to do this too without having to watch it 🤞🏻 Thank you for sharing this 🤗💞

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Sabine Embry you can do it😀

[@sondrainky]

😃Wonderful video, Thanks for taking your time and explaining..craft registry is a fantastic idea!!!

[@andreacorry4581]

Beautiful! Thanks for sharing!

[@47bettie]

I really enjoy you teaching you are very very good! Love your Video's! Thank You For Sharing Your Wonderful Talent With Us All! God Bless Liz..

[@sandradavis847]

Great tutorial. Thanks.

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

I like it, Marilyn.

[@Sewtangle]

WOW... so cool and so beautiful! Just bought some Das clay but it's all white. Guessing I'm going to need to get some colors! LOL. Excellent video. Thanks so much for sharing!

[@rosemaryl.]

Your wonderful and I thank you for all the ideas!

[@momofmanda]

That acrylic square also came in the polymer clay starter kit.

[@sueyounglove9253]

That was fabulous.

[@marcelineortiz7308]

it looks amazing 😍😍

[@starvingartist1000]

I can't wait to try this!

[@charlenebyington7405]

Amazing what you can do with extruded clay in 3 colors...love love love them. 😎 😎 😎

[@runawaybead]

❤ love that idea

[@MarilynRayKnopic]

Thanks Teresa always great tips and technique to pick up! I had the thought the other day, speaking about fulfilling wishlists, it was about like, stockpiling polymer clay. . . just pick up an extra brick here and there as one would shop, and put it back for people in the UK and elsewhere that don't receive the 40-50% off sales . . . distribute where individuals have a need. I hope you could understand where my thought was going LOL Best to you always

[@TeresaPandoraSalgado]

Nice!

[@loriede6442]

Fantastic I love the wish list idea!

[@maybeeme220]

That is so beautiful. Thanks for sharing your talent with all of us ;)

[@Bethannarbor]

Love your stuff! great videos

[@jataiq]

Teresa thats so BUTIFUL!! ^.^