Triple Tick Cane in Polymer Clay, a Tutorial

[@TheLittleella]

I only found your videos this weekend. I am sooo glad I have found them ☺️ I am now playing with these new techniques I have learned ❤

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

I am very glad you are enjoying them, thanks so much :)

[@reneegiobbi1850]

Fiona I've been following your KZbin tutorials since I started polymer clay love each new polymer clay tutorial you put out, I appreciate the time and dedication to give us something new, love this polymer clay canes color and design, very summery!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Aww, that is such a lovely comment, thank you very much Renee :)

[@samanthac1396]

Me also! When it comes to precision and detail design with polymer clay, Fiona, you are truly a master. Thank you for sharing your hard work, creativity, and for being such an inspiration!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

@@samanthac1396 Aww thank you too Samantha, another lovely comment, making my day, both of you :)

[@mermaidmama106]

I've never worked with clay. I'm not even sure I actually want to add it as another hobby. But I can say after watching a few of your videos I have found new relaxation videos. Your voice is incredibly soothing and melodic. I'm sure my husband will appreciate me watching your videos to relax to as opposed to ingrown toenail removal or pimple popping 😂

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Oh my goodness, that made me giggle, I am so glad you find them soothing, thanks so much :)

[@ellievanessen7574]

This is another lovely cane. I love watching you reduce canes so seemingly without effort (I know this is a great skill to achieve). I appreciate the selflessness and generosity of your artistry. You truly are a treasure! Thank you Fiona.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

You are very welcome, and thank you so much for a wonderful compliment and comment :)

[@qiqi2692]

Absolutely beautiful!❤

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@wendymoyer782]

I love this cane! You are a genius at creating unique, and achievable cane ideas. Then again, you are a brilliant teacher, presenting the technique in an easy to follow format, and breaking it down so that it is doable for all of us. Thank you. We are blessed to have you as our polymer clay guru!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Awwww, thanks you so much Wendy, big hugs :)

[@theeeyoregirl]

Ditto to everything you said!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

@@theeeyoregirl Thank you very much Lisa :)

[@boa9535]

You’ve used quite sophisticated machinations with the colors. The little additions of the blues and purples into the whites and themselves are fascinating. Then the slight curve that appears in the ticks is so delicate and the pattern is so pleasing, yet bold with the black definition. You’ve worked out amazing details on this cane for us, it seems. TY

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

I am so glad you like it, thanks so much Boa :)

[@chriswickeham9894]

Thank you for sharing! I can’t wait to try it!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

wonderful, have fun, thank you 🙂

[@dogvetusa]

Loved the bit towards the end where you show the different types of product you have made with the cane

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you very much :)

[@jennylawson1980]

Fiona I have been following you over a year now. The time and dedication you put into each tutorial is the major reason I am starting to feel more confident in creating jewelry with your incredible patterns once I master them. Ty for inspiring us ♥️ and teaching us.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

You are very welcome Jennifer, and thank you for such a lovely comment :)

[@suzanteman6376]

I’ve never done a cane yet, except for the way Dan Cormier does canes, but this one makes me want to give it a try. Beautiful cane and beautiful results. Thank you for your wonderful videos.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much Suzan :)

[@ellenmcavoy2736]

Stunning!!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you so much :)

[@elizabethnesbitt2243]

I agree with everyone else and their insightful comments about your artistry and generosity, as well as your excellent teaching skills. Wanted to add that I appreciate your giving info on each of the projects from your other videos and the precise times to go to.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you very much Elizabeth, I really appreciate it :)

[@kathleenriley7178]

I love all of your videos because you show different ways to use the canes. You’re voice is so calming and you give links to videos that cover other techniques

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

I am so glad you enjoy them, thanks so much Kathleen 🙂

[@Janethedream]

I’m usually intimidated by canes. But you’re such an excellent teacher, I think I can attempt this beautiful cane. Thank you for sharing tour talent!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Definitely have a go at this one, I am sure you will love it :) thank you :)

[@lede2781]

Brilliant 💕💕💕

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much :)

[@sherylwright5705]

I love the look of this! I am going to give it a go today. Thank you for another great tutorial.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

have fun, thanks so much :)

[@alesiahowington5507]

I love the color pallet of purple blue and green. Thank you Mrs. Fiona!!!!!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you very much :)

[@vidyaprasad4147]

Cannot express enough thanks for yr meticulous efforts

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

You are very welcome, thank you so much :)

[@lynnkeller8187]

Thank you Fiona. I am making this after lunch Nov.2/23💕🙏🏻🫶🏻🤗

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Wonderful, have fun with it, thanks so much 🙂

[@labella9291]

You are truly an artist without peer. And you're so kind as well. I love just listening to you, but when I can watch, I am always stunned by your art. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you so much, that is a lovely comment and I am humbled by it :)

[@donnaleelittle9664]

Oh Fiona I just love your tutorials. Your canes are fabulous. I want to do this one because it wouldn’t matter or I will see it plainly if I flip something the wrong way putting it together lol. Which I have done from a previous tutorial and it took me in forever to figure out why it looked so different compared to yours. I’m also going to pay very close attention in reducing the triangle because my tops can get so tall and so I just resorted to doing square canes. I’ve noticed that you press along the bottom but then you also press up the sides and pull as well. I need to get that part down pat because having a really tall triangle doesn’t work out as well. Thank you so much for sharing another great teaching! 🌟🌟🌟❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you so much Donna, and yes when I reduce I do concentrate along the bottom edge, pull along the length, then turn and repeat - I do it so automatically now that I don't even realise what Ia m doing half the time ;) I hope your triangles become less troublesome for you :)

[@grittykitty50]

Donna, I totally agree. Fiona is a master cane wrangler. I, too am learning the delicate art of not letting a cane get out of control when reducing, what to do when it does go a little wonky, and finally relaxing and having fun with the process.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

@@grittykitty50 Thank you so much as well, and I hope reducing becomes easier for you too :)

[@maryshear5450]

You are an amazing artist! I made the fairy house, a little different from yours, for my hair dresser and he is totally in love with it. I had so much fun making it because of your clear, concise and amazing instructions. I am now getting ready to make versions of different fairy houses to sell, because of you. Thank you so much for sharing your talent and inspiring us all. Blessed Be!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you so much Mary, and I am so glad you are having such fun with it too, and getting great results :)

[@letsbehonest01]

this is a beautiful pattern.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you very much :)

[@leonanelson2444]

Gorgeous Fiona, thank you

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you very much Leona :)

[@sarahnunns8263]

That's a very pretty combination of colours and the patterns are gorgeous. Thank you Fiona.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much Sarah :)

[@melindafuhrer3820]

A fun and enjoyable video, thank you.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much Melinda :)

[@theeeyoregirl]

I can’t put into words how much I love this design! It’s simple yet intricate enough to create a whole bunch of gorgeous designs!!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

I am so glad, and yes you are right - so many possibilities - can't wait to see what everyone does with it :)

[@MHarenArt]

OOOH! That really is pretty!!!!!!!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much Maggie :)

[@dakotahflannery798]

THANK YOU!!!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

You're welcome, thanks Dakotah :)

[@melissaphillis7247]

So beautiful

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you very much :)

[@עינתרבינא]

Thank you so much for another wonderful tutorial! This one gave me such a filling of harmony . I should tell you that your tutorials are my therapy 🌷

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

I am so glad you like them, thank you very much :)

[@maryquallo5324]

You are ALWAYS an Inspiration! Thank you!!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you very much Mary :)

[@lindacsmith13]

How beautiful

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you very much :)

[@frankcosta6592]

Amazing, Fiona! Thank you for sharing. 💜

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much Frank :)

[@pattiklaus9580]

Fiona - your work and your designs are amazing! Thank you!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

You are very welcome Patti, thank you so much :)

[@adelaidesansalone8965]

I absolutely love this design Fiona. Your tutorials are so easy to follow and you open up the imagination for other colours to complement your design. Always amazing 🤩

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you very much Adelaide :)

[@nadiazayman779]

I know you have been told this before, but you really do have the most soothing voice and manner I have heard! If you ever need a second career you could narrate childeren's audiobooks.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you so much, that is a lovley compliment :)

[@karenthomas2302]

You never fail to amaze, gorgeous as always, tfs hugs

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you so much Karen :)

[@Binkles]

I’m with you, Fiona; this is my new favorite cane, too! (I think _everyone_ loves paradox canes!) I’m having a hard time seeing three different designs; the first and third look the same to me, just with the blue and green reversed. Are they really different? No matter; I can’t wait to tackle it, and what I find most interesting is how it appears to be an entirely different design when you use different colors! I find that fascinating! Thanks sooo much for all the work you do; I appreciate you a lot! 💋

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much :) The difference with this one is normally with a kaleidoscope cane you simply mirror each slice, but with this one, as you say, you can also turn a piece the other way up and then match different colours together ;) yes you are right, the different colours can give a very different look too :)

[@elizabethvallely4044]

Beautiful canes love all the colors! Great tutorials and info and tips! Thank you for sharing , your a great teacher you explain everything so well, you have a lovely voice is nice and soft easy to listed too!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

I am so glad you enjoyed it, thanks so much Elizabeth :)

[@47bettie]

@@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals You are very welcome Fiona x

[@xeniaklevtsova5071]

amazing! i am learning new stuff with you really quick. thank you for uploading your tutorials!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

You are welcome, thanks so much :)

[@kimberleeb1581]

I love your color combinations. Thank you so much for these tutorials!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

I am so glad, thank you very much :)

[@michelleheiland4798]

Love it!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you so much :)

[@tamaradensmore6216]

Love this!❤️

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you so much :)

[@yelena86]

Your creations are always so beautiful and intricate. You’re very talented. Thank you for sharing 👍✌️❤️🙏 hope you’re safe and well 🙏

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

I am, and I hope you are too, thanks so much Yelena :)

[@AGDinCA]

Absolutely brilliant work, as always! I love your calming, reassuring, and encouraging approach to teaching.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you so much :)

[@kirrilywelsh]

love it!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you very much :)

[@jfaycomedy]

How do you use your final product?

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

As you can see, I have used it to make pendants, a bowl and a phone/tablet stand, so there are many ways you can use it :)