There’s something about spring that makes me want to clear off the craft table, open a window, and start making pretty little things again. Of course, “clear off the craft table” is doing a lot of work here, because if … Read More ...
Clay Studio Series: Air-Dry Clay Trinket Cup Review
In this episode of our Clay Studio Series, we’re exploring Tugce Dumlupinar’s video on creating a delicate flower-shaped trinket cup using air-dry clay. This project blends sculpture, painting, and practical design into one charming piece.
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… Read More ...Etsy Feature – Pottery Border Rollers Set (6 or 12 Designs)
One of the best parts of working with clay is decorating the surface—and if you’ve ever wanted to add detailed, professional-looking borders without hours of carving, these Pottery Border Rollers are a total studio upgrade. Available in sets of 6 … Read More ...
Etsy Feature – City Street Pottery Roller with Handle
There’s something magical about pottery tools that tell a story, and this City Street Pottery Roller does just that. Instead of a simple repeating texture, this roller creates a charming row of houses, windows, and rooftops—instantly transforming a slab of … Read More ...
Clay Too Sticky? Too Crumbly? Try These Fool-Proof Polymer Clay Fixes
If you’ve ever cracked open a fresh block of Fimo or Sculpey, only to have it glue itself to your hands—or worse, crumble apart when you try to roll it—you know how frustrating polymer clay can be. The good news? … Read More ...
How To Make A Milk Mache Molding Compound
There are some craft projects that feel like they belong on a rainy afternoon kitchen table, and this Milk Mache Molding Compound is exactly one of them. It is part craft, part science experiment, and part “wait… did we just … Read More ...
Clay Studio Series – YouTube Video Review: Air Dry Clay Jewellery Trays with Leaf Imprints
Air dry clay is one of the most versatile materials for crafters, and in this YouTube tutorial, Jana Storm shows how to elevate it into something elegant and gift-worthy. By imprinting leaves and grasses into clay, she creates stunning jewellery … Read More ...
Etsy Feature – Polymer Clay Earring Cutter Bundle Set
If you’ve ever sat down to make polymer clay earrings and wished you had a whole drawer of shape options ready to go, this earring cutter bundle set might just become your new studio essential. Instead of buying one shape … Read More ...
How to Stop Polymer Clay from Sticking to Your Work Surface (and Lift It Without Distortion)
One of the trickiest things when working with polymer clay is keeping it from welding itself to your work surface. We’ve all been there—you’ve rolled out the perfect sheet, only to have it stretch, warp, or tear when you try … Read More ...
Clay Studio Series – YouTube Video Review: Handbuilt Bird Feeder
For anyone who loves combining pottery with a touch of nature, this YouTube tutorial by Jana Storm is a perfect project. In this video, she shows how to create a ceramic bird feeder using nothing more than the pinching technique … Read More ...
How to Sign Your Clay Work: Tips for Polymer, Pottery, Ceramic and Air-Dry Clay Artists
When you spend hours shaping, smoothing, and perfecting your clay piece, it deserves one final touch — your mark. Signing your clay work is more than just “claiming it.” It’s about adding authenticity, preserving your creative legacy, and making each … Read More ...
Clay Studio Series – YouTube Video Review: Marbling Air Dry Clay
If you’ve ever wanted to give plain air dry clay a little extra flair, this YouTube tutorial by Jana Storm is a fantastic place to start. In this video, she shows how to create a beautiful marbled effect using just … Read More ...
Etsy Feature – Mandala Circle Frame for Polymer Clay
This post is part of our Etsy Feature series here on PolymerClay.CraftGossip.com, where I spotlight handmade treasures, clever tools, and all the little things that make polymer clay crafting extra fun.
So today’s find? A Mandala Circle Frame stencil that’s … Read More ...
How to Stop Polymer Clay from Sticking to Cutters (Beginner-Friendly Fixes and Pro Tips)
If you’ve ever tried cutting polymer clay only to have it cling stubbornly to your cutter, you’re not alone. Sticky clay is one of the most common frustrations for beginners and even seasoned makers. The good news? With a few … Read More ...
DIY Lavender Pottery Soap Dish – A Rustic Botanical Clay Project
There’s nothing quite like a handmade soap dish. Not only is it practical (goodbye soggy bars of soap!), but it also doubles as a little work of art in your bathroom or kitchen. And when you add botanical imprints—like … Read More ...