If you’ve ever wanted to dip your toes into clay crafts without the fuss of a kiln, air dry clay is your new best friend. It’s affordable, easy to work with, and dries beautifully into something that looks much … 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 ...
How to Glaze Air Dry Clay: Easy DIY Finishing Techniques for a Professional Look
Air dry clay is a favorite among crafters because it’s easy to work with, inexpensive, and doesn’t require a kiln. But if you’ve ever pulled a finished project off the shelf only to find it looking a little flat or … Read More ...
Clay Studio Series: Attempting the Viral Quilt Mug
The internet has fallen in love with the viral quilt mug trend—bright geometric patterns that look like fabric blocks stitched together on clay. In this video, the creator takes inspiration from the legendary Emma Bridgewater and shows us how … Read More ...
DIY Stamped Air Dry Clay Bowls: Easy Handmade Trinket Dish Tutorial
There’s something so satisfying about shaping a lump of clay with your own hands and turning it into something beautiful and useful. Air dry clay bowls are one of my go-to beginner clay projects—they look like something you’d find in … 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 ...
DIY Easter Egg Bowls – Pottery Barn Dupe You Can Make on a Budget
If you’ve ever swooned over Pottery Barn’s Easter collection but balked at the price tags, you’re not alone. Their charming Easter Egg Nesting Bowls are gorgeous, but not exactly budget-friendly. Lucky for us, there’s a way to recreate the look … Read More ...
Etsy Feature – Mandala Flower Meadow Texture Mat for Clay
If you’ve ever wanted to capture the beauty of a wildflower meadow in clay, this Mandala Flower Meadow Rubber Texture Mat might just be the tool of your dreams. With one simple press, it leaves behind an intricate design full … Read More ...
Can I Use Polymer Clay for Making Food Platters and Bowls?
If you’ve ever wandered down the craft aisle and been tempted by those brightly packaged blocks of polymer clay, you might be wondering—could I use this for making bowls, plates, or even serving platters? It’s a fair question, especially when … Read More ...
Can I Use Air Dry Clay to Make a Mug? A Complete Guide for Crafters
If you’ve spent any time with air-dry clay, you’ll know just how satisfying it is to work with. It’s soft, pliable, and doesn’t require a kiln or fancy tools to bring your ideas to life. No wonder it’s become a … Read More ...
Etsy Feature – 20 Printable Pottery Templates for Ceramics
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 ...
How Do I Make Pottery If I Don’t Have a Kiln?
One of the first questions new pottery lovers ask is: “Do I need a kiln to make pottery?” The short answer is no—you can absolutely enjoy shaping, decorating, and finishing clay projects at home without investing in an expensive … Read More ...
Pottery Clay – DIY Divided Tapas Serving Platter with Illustrated Sections
Every good hostess knows a serving platter is the secret weapon at a party. It corrals snacks, makes everything look intentional, and saves you from running back and forth with little bowls. This DIY divided platter takes that idea one … Read More ...
Etsy Feature – Spooky Round Mug Template – Halloween Pottery Project
Halloween pottery projects don’t have to be complicated — sometimes all it takes is the right template to unlock your creativity. This Spooky Round Mug Template is a digital download that allows ceramic and pottery lovers to make their very … Read More ...
Faux Abalone Shell Polymer Clay Bowl Tutorial
This clay bowl tutorial shows you how to create a fake or faux Abalone shell bowl. A beautiful addition to a hamptons style house or decor. You can see the full written tutorial here or the video below.
These Abalone … Read More ...