Follow this step-by-step polymer clay trinket dish tutorial and create your own Sunburst pattern with mica shift and mokume gane. If you’re like me, you love trinket dishes. I have several of these handy little catch-alls scattered about the house. Not only are they great for keeping all your wee trinkets neat and tidy, they’re…
This step-by-step polymer clay mokume gane tutorial will show you one of the numerous ways to approach this popular technique. The day my initial order of polymer clay arrived the first technique I tried was mokume gane. I was hooked immediately and have been exploring different approaches ever since. Polymer clay mokume gane has its…
The mica shift polymer clay technique is an absolute favorite of mine. Here’s all you need to know to master the technique yourself. Ever since I successfully mastered the mica shift polymer clay technique I’ve been mesmerized. The depth and dimension that can be created by simply texturing a sheet of metallic polymer clay and…
Polymer clay scraps. Every polymer clay artist has some stashed away somewhere. Sometimes you’re able to mix those scraps together to create new, usable colors. And other times you can chop up your scraps and use them in a variety of ways (I’ll be covering some of those ways in future posts.) And occasionally all…
Alright, I’ve got a confession – I’m not terribly romantic so Valentine’s Day isn’t really my thing. Except for the chocolate, of course. But you know what I do love? Crafting cute accessories. So, check out this adorable Checkerboard Heart Pin made from polymer clay. The Blended Checks cane with these pinky-red and white colors…
I love this checkerboard polymer clay cane so much! This cane came about two years ago when I saw people making checkerboard canes and slabs. I wanted to jump in as well but give the checks my own little twist. So, rather than using solid colors of clay to make my checks, I made a…
The polymer clay skinner blend is a versatile technique for creating color gradations in polymer clay. Developed by Judith Skinner, it involves blending two or more colors in an intentional way to create the effect. The process can be adapted for different color combinations and offers endless creative possibilities.
For beginners embarking on a polymer clay adventure, a simple and budget-friendly setup includes essential tools like polymer clay blades, a craft knife, roller, playing cards, sandpaper, and basic baking supplies. As you progress, consider investing in additional tools such as cutters, texture mats, and a pasta machine for convenience and versatility.
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