Fimo and clay tips and tutorials
There’s something timeless about the little details that go into gift-giving. Wrapping paper, ribbon, and bows all do their part, but nothing feels quite as personal as a handmade gift tag. These ceramic pottery gift tags aren’t just labels—they’re little … Read More ...
If you’ve been working with pottery for a while, you’ll know the heartbreak of opening a kiln only to discover your dream glaze turned out… well, not so dreamy. Sometimes the bottle swatch just doesn’t tell the full story. That’s … Read More ...
Few crafts capture the heart of the Christmas holidays quite like handmade pottery. In this festive tutorial, Calder’s Ceramics guides viewers through the step-by-step process of creating clay angels — one small enough to hang as a tree ornament, and … Read More ...
There’s just something magical about twinkling lights at Christmas, isn’t there? This little polymer clay Christmas tree lantern is one of those projects that looks fancy but is actually simple enough to pull off in an afternoon. The cone-shaped tree … Read More ...
There’s something magical about making your own decorations for the Christmas Holidays, and this video captures that spirit beautifully. In it, Lukkili Ceramics walks us through the process of creating handmade ceramic star ornaments, perfect for your tree, gift … Read More ...
Festive Entertaining Idea for Holiday Charcuterie Boards
If you’re planning a holiday party, you already know the cheese board is where everyone gathers. This year, add a handmade, festive touch with DIY polymer clay cheese markers in Christmas shapes and … Read More ...
The holidays are the perfect time to bring handmade charm into your home, and this video from AMACO shows exactly how. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to create handbuilt ceramic trees using simple techniques that even beginners can follow. … Read More ...
There’s something magical about Christmas decorations that are handmade. They carry stories, memories, and a touch of personality you simply won’t find in store-bought baubles. These handmade Christmas star ornaments are a perfect example—simple to make, yet beautiful enough to … Read More ...
The Christmas Holidays are the perfect time to slow down, cozy up in the studio, and create handmade gifts that truly mean something. In this video, Pottery to the People shares 20 easy clay projects designed for handbuilding beginners — … Read More ...
There’s something magical about gnomes during Christmas. With their pointy hats, cozy beards, and whimsical charm, these little figures make perfect handmade holiday decorations. Whether you want to tuck one into your Christmas village, hang them on the tree, or … Read More ...
Nothing says Christmas quite like a tree full of ornaments that tell a story. And while shiny store-bought baubles have their place, there’s something truly special about handmade clay Christmas ornaments. This version takes a classic air-dry clay project … Read More ...
One of the trickiest parts of working with clay—whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned potter—is getting consistent, well-proportioned forms. Freehanding shapes can be fun, but when you want precision (or you’re making multiples), a template can feel like a … Read More ...
The Christmas Holidays are all about warmth, joy, and handmade touches — and this video captures that beautifully. In it, the artist from Lukkili Ceramics shows how to make ceramic Christmas bells using simple, approachable pottery techniques. These bells aren’t … Read More ...
There’s something magical about handmade Christmas ornaments. They carry a story, a memory, and a little bit of our own personality. This year, instead of buying mass-produced baubles, why not try your hand at making DIY watercolor clay Christmas decorations… Read More ...
There are certain sights and smells that instantly transport us to Christmas—cinnamon-scented candles, pine needles on the floor, the rustle of wrapping paper… and of course, the humble plum pudding. But if you’re like me, the pudding is more about … Read More ...