Simple Polymer Beads: Making Blue Waves

[@fancifuldevices]

I would love to see how you make the snails 🐌!

[@piratessalyx7871]

I like those as well!

[@marypatelhattab6253]

Me too! They are adorable!

[@Aaron9822]

The snails and shells look incredible with the beach colours!

[@ameswho9548]

Fantastical. Everytbhing you create is wonderful. You make it all so "easy" just from the way you explain it all. You have the best teaching voice with added fun & humor. Your dubbed in sound effects are the best.. also when you hum Rawhide. the "yoots" won't get it. LOL.

[@DonnaKatoArt]

the youts are missing out! hugs, D

[@KBish]

Donna, I’m so happy I found you here on YT! I remember watching you on the Carol Duvall Show back in the day. I ended up in the town below hers and would see her at “art institute”gatherings where we were both members.

[@DonnaKatoArt]

Aw. I miss Carol. She was one in a million and did so much for all of us. You have good memories of her, me, too..Hugs, D

[@sinneryetsaintly]

You just unlocked a special memory for me! I loved that show, what a sweet woman she was.

[@maryseaman312]

What a delight to find you on KZbin at least twenty five years after being introduced to you on the Carol Duvall Show. I now have a great granddaughter who is crafty and loves bling and beads. Until this day, the closest I have come to bead making has been paper bead making. She is around five years old. She is going to LOVE your tutorials! I want to provide her a way to make beads that can be done solitarily with a forward looking possibility for many years of beauty in her life. You are as diligent in what you do as you were on the show, but! I bet you are enjoying being able to take more than seven minutes for all you show.

[@DonnaKatoArt]

she is going to love clay!!! have fun! hugs, d

[@melissahourihan2344]

Taking that slice out and smushing it together is what my grandma used to do to her cakes so she could steal a piece fresh out of the oven lol

[@kray3883]

That is THE best idea I have heard possibly in my life. It also gives me serious questions about the people who came up with the idea of sliced bread, what were they hiding, hmmmmm!!

[@anitasmith404]

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful skills and your little songs now and then are a real joy ❤😊

[@DonnaKatoArt]

you bet, kid! hugs, d

[@smccarter64]

OMG Donna! How cute are those?!! I love them in the blue the best. I think I will probably make them in purple and lavender. Can you tell what my favorite color is?! 😂 I love the snails too! Cute earrings those would make. Now, your bead caps…GAME CHANGER! I’ll never buy another container of them! How easy. Donna I wished you could watch me when I am watching your videos. I’m always talking to you. It’s like we’re buddies now. No I’m not going to be a stalker! I really admire you and your style. Huge respect for you and the work you do. ☺️

[@DonnaKatoArt]

aw, thank you! yes, make those bead caps! lol. hugs, d

[@truthbomb2096]

Hi Donna. Just had your video pop up when searching something else. I’m glad it did. I enjoyed watching, you are a delight ❤. These beads are gorgeous, love the shell beads!!!! All I kept thinking was how much patience you have lol I need to work on that. Thank you and Going to watch your other videos!! 🙏🏼💕🥳🤗

[@janetmcbride165]

I love the Schreiber hack, how clever!

[@gillianwiseman3518]

Just in case anyone tries to look her up, it's Sarah Shriver.

[@nisar8009]

I learn something new every time I watch your videos. I love it! Thank you.

[@beach_life828]

This is one of my favorite bead tutorials!! I really love the snails and shells as well. Thank you, Donna ~

[@PamelaBrandonChromeFoto]

I just happened to come across this channel and just noticed your last name, wow, I have been using this clay for a while and love it, it’s great to see the Artist who created this lovely line of clay. I appreciate that there isn’t an endless amount of steps to create these beads, they turned out fantastic can’t wait to make some. Thank you for sharing your skills with us and created a wonderful clay.

[@DonnaKatoArt]

thank you, pamela! appreciate your kind comments so much.

[@theresazerrenner6294]

ALWAYS look forward to Sundays to see what you come up with for all of us, and you NEVER disappoint!!!❤

[@DonnaKatoArt]

aww, thanks, T! Hugs, D

[@heavenlymilano]

I was thinking that those bead caps are made up of metal! You totally got me :))

[@truthbomb2096]

Me toooo!

[@fancifuldevices]

Your beads are always so impactful but you show your process and it seems so doable.

[@ruthlaw8405]

Great video and FANTASTIC beads!! You make it look sooo easy I actually think I could do it! 😂 Well maybe after a dozen or so practice runs. But they are so pretty I really must try. Thank you for sharing your expertise!

[@DonnaKatoArt]

You can!!!! 100%! Hugs, D

[@heavenlymilano]

I love how resourceful you are! Amazing idea to use those silver dots in the x beads!!!

[@janebarbour948]

You are the best teacher 🐚

[@DonnaKatoArt]

Thank you, Jane!

[@kathyd9324]

Thank you! Awesome beads, I make something similar but these are easier and have more pop. I'm switching up. And the Sarah Shriver trick is going to save me some brain strain and measuring on several things! Thank you for such an awesome tutorial. 💙🤗

[@DonnaKatoArt]

fantastic, Kathy! Yes, the Sarah trick is a great one! hugs, D

[@amberfletcher935]

Love this tutorial. I prefer the smaller sizes and can easily see how to adjust for smaller sizes.

[@DonnaKatoArt]

I think the smaller size would be great. I can see strands and strands piled up together! Lots of work but worth it, I think. Now, Amber can I ask a favor, it'd help me if you could subscribe to the channel. it's free but it helps get my tutes around. Thank you so much, Hugs, D

[@amberfletcher935]

​@@DonnaKatoArtI hit subscribe yesterday. I'm sure that I will learn bunches from your tutorials. 😊

[@snaranjo6222]

Love all your tutorials

[@marijkeowen1978]

Oh oh oh gorgeous summer time for our cold winter here.😮😮😮😮😮❤❤❤❤

[@DonnaKatoArt]

They are tropical, aren't they? Reminded me of Caribbean waves at sea...hugs, D

[@Enjoythepour]

You have always inspired me! I did polymer clay jewelry, years ago, probably before KZbin. I loved it and the it sold like crazy. I did everything by 3 books and finally had my aha moment, when it all clicked. I have taken years off, and have been doing epoxy resin projects. However, I recently came across your channel and low and behold, have started my collection of clay and supplies back. I will still do resin, as it is also fascinating. Clay isn't as messy as Epoxy Resin, and I have been wanting to start polymer clay again. You are a top notch artist. I love your tutorials. Thank you.

[@DonnaKatoArt]

so glad! welcome back, kid. hugs, d

[@cynthiakammann7368]

Loving these dimensional looking beads. Thank you, Donna ❣️ So spoiled by your marvelous tutorials.

[@DonnaKatoArt]

And, dear Cynthia, these are a snap to make. Try different colors, try mixing different colors. Woowoo. I'm working on a tassel class with a rainbow top like these beads. I like it! Hugs, D

[@maryzylema9699]

Those are gorgeous beads ! I so happy you sharing how you make them .😊😍💖

[@beverlysheckler5287]

What a very beachy tut! Great waves, seashells and even snail shells. And a couple A-ha moments! Thank you!

[@John-I-McLeod]

These are AWESOME Donna! ❤

[@DonnaKatoArt]

Thank you, John! Hugs, D

[@rebeccafionacornel6558]

loved this video and beads....... thank you for this tutorial Donna ma'am

[@DonnaKatoArt]

My pleasure, Rebecca! Hugs, D

[@sarahberman2258]

Simple and beautiful as I like. I love them, Donna! Thank you ❤❤❤❤

[@DonnaKatoArt]

So glad you like them, kid! They're very tropical, aren't they! Hugs, D

[@barbarasmith3984]

I wanted to thank you. I love your tutorials. I made these beads, and I love them.

[@DonnaKatoArt]

yay! so glad you made them. barbara! hugs, d

[@Vee_of_the_Weald]

Thanks Donna. These are perfect for my upcoming holiday in Italy!

[@Esoteric_Designs]

Love these. I honestly would never have figured out how to get the spiral. Thank you soooooo much for sharing.

[@ginacotter2768]

Donna, I just love these beads and the colors you chose. Thank you so much❣️

[@DonnaKatoArt]

So glad, Gina! Thanks, kid. Hugs, D

[@lindastewart5630]

Donna❣️What a wonderful tutorial ( they actually all are!!🥰) beautiful beads🙌🏻 personally I love the large beads and if I made them into a bracelet I would make sure I didn’t wave at anyone!!!😂😂😂Thank you so much for sharing.. you are so kind❤️🌺👌🏻

[@DonnaKatoArt]

Lol! That bracelet flew!!! Hugs, D

[@ViKee010]

Hi Donna. A couple of ideas. The big bead, before you swirled it caught my eye. Just simple still, but somehow it’s cool, unto itself. Also, the X bead would be so cute as a set of earrings with the other one having an O instead of the X. Just somethings I thought of. They are so fun and Donna Kato inspired. Thanks so much. ✌🏻🤍🤞

[@DonnaKatoArt]

Great idea!!

[@MichelleFillion-thebeesknees]

I absolutely love watching what you create! I saw these and knew I had to learn these as I live by a lake! Thank you so much for sharing your talent with us!

[@DonnaKatoArt]

my pleasure, Michelle! make lots of beads! might i ask a small favor of you/ would you mind subscribing to my channel? helps the channel and me somehow! today is my asking day. thanks in advance! hugs, d

[@swtlisa]

I remember you from years ago when I did a lot of polymer clay. I still have years of Polymer Clay magazine. This brings me back and those are gorgeous!

[@DonnaKatoArt]

wow, that's a while back! thanks for commenting! hugs, d

[@mamabear123]

Hi Donna from NC! This is the first of your videos for me. I just started working with polymer clay and am loving it! Can't wait to try these beautiful beads! ❤❤❤

[@Laza75]

I love the more twistie explanation made me laugh. Just love your work Donna. Thank you so much for sharing from Australia

[@DonnaKatoArt]

You are so welcome! hugs, D

[@ElizabethP505]

I love these Donna!

[@DonnaKatoArt]

So glad, Elizabeth! Hugs, D

[@Julzzzsatx]

Donna, these beads are great. I love the colors. What you might want to do with those lovely beads is send a few to your wonderful watchers & fans, hint,❤❤ hint!!

[@DonnaKatoArt]

lol! not a bad idea but who and how??? I need to figure that out. hugs!

[@misskristyjewels]

Donna, you’re so talented! I could watch you work all day long! 😍

[@DonnaKatoArt]

thank you so much! hugs, d

[@SaharRazavi]

I don't like it, because I LOVE it. Thanks a lot for sharing with us 😍😍

[@maria9293]

Very beautiful beads 👍🩵👍

[@DonnaKatoArt]

Thank you!

[@karenmorris5847]

Thank you Donna for another great and informative tutorial. These beads turned out so cute and my two colored skinner blend is currently on my desk and I’m in the process of making your beautiful beads ❤

[@jennifermarlowe5336]

Donna, I really, REALLY love this bead! I can’t wait to make some. Thanks so much for sharing your talent with us!

[@Hannah-lz4mu]

Úžasný nápad je to nádherné 🙈🙈🙈

[@NancyAntczak-wm9jy]

Beautiful!!! I love these.

[@DonnaKatoArt]

Thank you, Nancy!! 😊 Hugs, D

[@ritawashere5787]

I'm so thrilled this video popped up, I just subscribed and shared the video on Pinterest❤ I had no idea you could use acrylic paint on the clay.

[@DonnaKatoArt]

Thank you so much! Very pleased you found me and you enjoyed the tute! Hugs!

[@smccarter64]

Donna! You make everything look so easy! When I see your finished product in the preview, I’m just amazed how really easy looking it is. I can’t wait to give it a go. 🥰

[@DonnaKatoArt]

You can do it! I know you can. Cheers!

[@Allthingscrafty-u8n]

Thank u for yet another fabulous video! I really love the beauty of the water beads but I also am obsessed with the black x beads as well! They r so simple but yet look so intricate! Or I should say that u make them look so simple to achieve! I really appreciate your sharing your experience and expertise with clay with us! Have a wonderful week! ❤

[@menath14]

I love this beads !!! I thing that your mind are fabulous 😊thanks ✨🙏🏻🥰

[@donnahoward3694]

What a wonderful technique. These are beautiful beads. Thank you so much for taking the time to walk us through each step AND explaining why you are doing something in a particular way. Very enjoyable.

[@DonnaKatoArt]

Thank you, Donna! Enjoy!🙂

[@joyceparkes7551]

Ooooh I love the blues D…also those with the gold stripe.. ❤🙏🏽

[@DonnaKatoArt]

Joyce, these aren't hard to do, kid. Just make your plugs and off you go! Hugs, D

[@kelliehutzley5021]

I love it sooooo much ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@vickiemundie7812]

I so love these beads. Love the patterns. Excellent tutorial

[@DonnaKatoArt]

So glad you liked this one, Vickie! Hugs, D

[@nini4349]

they are beautiful, all of them

[@carolann7942]

Such a great tutorial! Thank you so much for such great information.

[@DonnaKatoArt]

thank you, carolann! i am so pleased you like the tutorial. i hope you make lots of beads. now, i have a favor to ask of you, i'm asking everyone today! would you mind subscribing to my channel? it helps me spread my tutes and maybe we get more people interested in pc. it's a goal of mine, more people who love what i love! how abut that. thanks in advance1 hugs, d

[@marystribling3104]

So pretty 😍. Make some earrings 😊!!❤ thank you for sharing this tutorial with us 😊

[@DonnaKatoArt]

Hi Mary! I am so glad you like this one and you're right, earrings would be great! Big hugs, D

[@leahhhagann]

Gorgeous! I'll definitely be making beads with this technique ❤ thank you!

[@John-I-McLeod]

LOVE THE BLACK AND WHITE AS USUAL 😅

[@DonnaKatoArt]

You are the best, John! Yes, the black and white is dramatic. Hugs, D

[@ElvisChasmGneiss]

I used leftover rainbow Skinner blend from your 'Rainbow Stripe Pendant' tutorial to make these today. They're fabulous!

[@doreenwatson-read]

these are fabulous, the black ones make me think of the xoxo hugs and kisses symbol. I could sit and listen to you chat to yourself for ages, you have a very calming voice. Please will you show how you made the snail. 🐌🐌🐌🐌🐌🐌

[@DonnaKatoArt]

thank you, doreen. i like the x beads and they do need o's. easy to do! today is the day I am asking you guys to subscribe to the channel. i don't really stress it in the tutes much so today i am asking. it'd help me a lot spread the tutes! thank you so much. hugs, d

[@carolynmozzone412]

Those are gorgeous!❤

[@pat6539]

OMGosh, what fun! ❤

[@DonnaKatoArt]

make beads, pat! i do really like these very much. may i ask a favor of you, would you mind subscribing to my channel? it helps me with getting my tutes around so maybe more people come to love pc as we do. thanks in advance! hugs, d

[@donnachace-larson4795]

Love these beads! Thank you for showing us how! Hope to share some of my creations soon!

[@SoPrettyClayEarrings]

Gorgeous beads - all of them! 👏🏻👏🏻

[@PamelaBrandonChromeFoto]

Those would look cute as tie backs on curtains if they coordinate with those colors. They could be used other than jewelry.

[@DonnaKatoArt]

absolutely!

[@yazmintorres6536]

Con cada creación tuya quedo totalmente sorprendida.❤❤❤❤

[@ellishansen8115]

Very nice, fun, and cool looking!

[@maryannpape7126]

Beautiful beads Donna!

[@patriciaabell9393]

What a clever idea! Like em alot!😊

[@DonnaKatoArt]

Thank you, Patricia! Hugs, D

[@TheAlevk]

Beautiful 👏🏻👏🏻

[@andreavictoriaparadiso47]

Lovely, as always! Thank you!

[@jelenavaughn2597]

Fantastic. Bravo

[@pourmeartistrybykellyb]

Hi. These are so beautiful! Are you going to do a tutorial on the snail shells as well? I would love to see how you do that. Thank you

[@DonnaKatoArt]

Coming this Sunday!

[@lesleyrouse309]

@@DonnaKatoArt I better keep my skinner blend clean then 😂

[@TheBigfatmatt]

Hi Donna, Your channel looks to be the place where we, myself and my 7yr old daughter, can gain some excellent advice, literally took delivery of a bundle of clays and tools today😊, Could tell me hiw to gain the effect of 'space' which colours to use etc, I have translucent liquid and mica powders which I would presume would be helpfull, or, Likewise , could you point me to whre I can find mini tutorials please, Thanks, Matt and M

[@DonnaKatoArt]

hi matt, can you explain "space" to me? as in outer space? cheers, d ps, tons of excellent youtubes!

[@claudiaclagg2223]

I just love your videos. Inspiration

[@marilisarocha8064]

Adorei!! Porém gostaria de saber por quanto tempo de deixar no forno e a temperatura para a cura das bolinhas!! Gosto muito dos seus vídeos!!! Sou de São Paulo, Brasil grande abraço

[@sandrasmale5871]

Just fantastic. Thank you sooooo much!!!!

[@diannamarie464]

Wow! Those are cool! But how did you make the snail shell shape? Do you have a video on how you did it?

[@DonnaKatoArt]

Coming soon!

[@diannamarie464]

​@DonnaKatoArt Thank you, Donna! I'm watching it right now! 😊

[@GabbyBereket]

AMAZING !!! Thank you!

[@kathleenscott26]

These are great.

[@DonnaKatoArt]

So glad you like them, Kathleen!

[@tishsmiddy71]

I think of a inside of a shell ❤ thank you ☺️

[@ignajansevanrensburg7050]

Thank you, Donna. I love these! Do you have a tutorial to make the snail beads? Lots of love from Zimbabwe.

[@DonnaKatoArt]

Coming this weekend! Hugs, D

[@ignajansevanrensburg7050]

❤​

[@Sandra.Sandy.Robinson]

Beautiful

[@marianavitoy3852]

Lindo,que maravilha quero muito fazer ,parabéns

[@tbott4510]

Gorgeous beads! Thanks for sharing!!♥️ (new subscriber)

[@DonnaKatoArt]

Thanks so much!

[@MsGIna3]

Love them. X

[@doublybubblysoap9734]

❤❤ Beautiful!!!

[@wilsal2485]

These are very pretty beads & u explain how to make them so well. Something that did make me pause is the huge waste of polymer black clay in the middle & it’d up the price to make & then sell. I’d try using the leftover older ugly mixes of polymer clay (even though they can be used to make great colours) or used older brands I don’t like for the centre. If u haven’t done a video on saving clay by using other ways & things for the middle it’d be a great idea. No shade meant. The bead caps are great & uv inspired me to get back to making things…liked & subbed :)

[@DonnaKatoArt]

Good advice! I did use scrap clay, though so it wasn’t packaged black, just dark scrap! Cheers, D

[@joyfullydreaded1371]

"I like to make things that are simple." Also... "We ArE mAkInG EVERYTHING fRoM sCrAtCh!!! *EV. ER. REE. THING!!!* StRiNgS tOo!!!" 😂😂 Love it!❤

[@gabydavis10]

Always so enjoy your tutorials. How do I join the classroom? Could not find how to…

[@gabydavis10]

@@DonnaKatoArt thank you 😊

[@rosemarypedder5180]

Love these. A question if I may. Is there a reasn you can't make the caps out of metallic clay, rather than painting the black clay? I always enjoy your tuts. Thank you

[@DonnaKatoArt]

Great question, Rosemary. Really good one, I find that, since the paint is not opaque, the metallic paint shows up more on black than on gold on gold, silver on silver, etc. I think the contrast of the black makes the metals pop. Give it a try and see if you agree! Big hug,s, D

[@Brandyp2010]

Absolutely Gorgeous ❤️ You left and said you were going to put the Bead Caps on... you came back and said let's put them in the oven... you never said what type of oven... at what temperature... or how long... the next thing I saw was the beads on a sting .. Now, I'm clueless on how you finished them... I'm new at this and the beads are so beautiful... I wanted to learn how to make them... but you assumed that all the viewers all ready know how to create them... I don't...

[@DonnaKatoArt]

Okay, kid. Now, curing. I should have covered this - I assumed it wasn’t necessary but I should have gone into detail. Place them in a bed if baking soda - just lay them on the powder. Then cure following the manufacturer’s instructions. You can use your home oven, that’s fine. Cheers! D

[@Brandyp2010]

@@DonnaKatoArt Thank you so much 🙏

[@tonyasmith5409]

How long and at what temp did you bake your 20mm beads? I think these are so cool

[@DonnaKatoArt]

Okay, I cured them at 300 for about 20 minutes at that temp which means I set my timer for 30 minutes. My oven is usually cold. You must follow your clay manufacturer's instructions if you don't use Kato! Cheers!

[@dorothyshaw-herbert4934]

Love these. Does it matter which way you roll the brad to make them round? And what brand are you using here? I’m asking because I notice there’s no smudging even though you didn’t put it in the refrigerator or to rest and you’ve been rolling it for some time.

[@DonnaKatoArt]

Hi Dorothy, I roll in the most natural for me - right hander. I’m using Kato Polyclay so I don’t need to refrigerate the clay! Cheers!

[@dorothyshaw-herbert4934]

@@DonnaKatoArtThsnk you for this. I’ve only ever worked with Sculpey and find that it smudges if you handle it too much. Been wanting to try another brand. So I will try the Kato Poly. I love your work very innovative ❤️

[@TripleG69]

Hi, new here and love your beads. Please tell me what the "6 sided marker" you used are called and where one can buy it. Thanks❤

[@DonnaKatoArt]

hello! that's my marxit. i invented it and we made it for many years. the cost rose so high we stopped. well, china ripped us off so we stopped. i will look for a place to get the knock off and will post it when i find it. may i ask a favor of you. would you mind subscribing to the channel? it helps spread the tutes and one of my big goals is to attract newbies to the medium. pc is a small part of the market and we do need new people to come into our fold. subscribing to channels you like just expands our reach. thanks in advance! hugs, d

[@ЕленаКешари]

Это восхитительно!!

[@lesleyrouse309]

Donna how do you make the snail beads please ?

[@DonnaKatoArt]

They’re coming! This Sunday!