Close-up of a mica shift brooch in turquoise, rust, and gold metallic clay with overlay text: “Solar Flair: How to Make a Retro-Inspired Mica Shift Brooch.”

Solar Flair: How to Make a Retro-Inspired Mica Shift Brooch

There’s something about sunshine and shimmer that just screams, “Make me into jewelry!” That was the vibe behind this mica shift brooch I’ve dubbed Solar Flair. It’s bold, retro, and packed with personality. In this tutorial, we’re channeling mid-century sunshine with metallic clays, quirky textures, and the magic of mica shift. This one’s for my…

polymer clay color recipes - perennial crush

Polymer Clay Color Recipes | Perennial Crush

Say hello to Perennial Crush, a polymer clay color palette that’s basically spring with a megaphone. This juicy mix of peach, playful pink, perky purple, zingy chartreuse, and soft leafy green is here to remind you that florals aren’t just for your garden, they’re for in the studio too. This collection of polymer clay color…

handmade business organization

The Ultimate Tool for Handmade Business Organization

Pricing handmade products can feel like throwing darts in the dark. Are you charging too much? Too little? Are you even making a profit or just covering expenses? Yeah, I’ve been there. Running a handmade business comes with enough challenges, figuring out pricing, tracking orders, and managing inventory shouldn’t add to the stress. You started…

How to Make a Polymer Clay Trinket Dish with a Cane Veneer

How to Make a Polymer Clay Trinket Dish with a Cane Veneer

Ever had a polymer clay trinket dish or other project that looked perfect before baking, only to end up with rough edges, visible seams, or a distorted pattern? Yep, we’ve all been there! But here’s the thing: those small details make all the difference. A few extra finishing steps can take your work from “pretty…

Make a Polymer Clay Kaleidoscope Cane with Simple Components

Make a Polymer Clay Kaleidoscope Cane with Simple Components

If you’ve ever looked at a polymer clay kaleidoscope cane and felt intimidated, you’re not alone. I remember feeling the same way when I first started working with polymer clay. These canes can look intricate, complex, and way beyond your skill set.   But here’s the secret—it’s not as complicated as it looks! With just…

How to Design a Polymer Clay Kaleidoscope Cane in Procreate

How to Design a Polymer Clay Kaleidoscope Cane in Procreate

I’ve never really been one to design polymer clay kaleidoscope canes by sketching—until I discovered Procreate. Sure, I’d occasionally doodle something quick, but usually, I worked directly from an idea in my head or a photograph. Then I stumbled upon YouTube tutorials about surface pattern design, and suddenly it clicked. Those digital techniques were perfect…