About C. A. Therien

Charlene (”Cat”) Therien has been working with polymer clay since 2001. She is interested in a variety of handicrafts, and enjoys incorporating polymer clay designs into wearable art, home decor, and gifts.

She has taught workshops, given demonstrations, and written articles for craft magazines such as Bead Unique and PolymerCAFE.   She has also made contributions in two craft books: “Adapting Quilt Patterns to Polymer Clay” by Sarajane Helm and Judith Skinner, and Donna Kato’s upcoming book on millefiore canes.

Charlene lives with her husband of 24 years in Peoria, Illinois. They have 6 children, 2 cats, and a tank full of freshwater fish.

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View a gallery of Charlene’s work on Flickr.com

 

Bibliography:  Magazine and Website Articles written by C. A. Therien 

Awards Received 

  • First Place Ribbon, Jewelry design, Red River Valley Fair, Fargo ND, June 2002
  • First Place Ribbon, Miniatures, Red River Valley Fair, Fargo ND, June 2002
  • Best Use of Product, Amaco Bitty Book Designer’s Challenge, July 2006
  • Most Original Design, Amaco 3D Memory Trends Designer’s Challenge, July 2007

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