Fimo and clay tips and tutorials
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
In this clay tutorial you will learn how to create a bowl using real leaves and alcohol inks. A great project for a natural bowl.
Try the project with different sizes and shapes of leaves, vary the background texture, and … Read More ...
This polymer clay tutorial shows you how to make a coiled bowl, it is relatively easy, especially when using the extruder for a consistent coil. These modern-style rustic bowls are really popular right now as they have a handmade clay … Read More ...
They say it’s the little things that matter. So one day, I was at my local craft store and noticed the beads were on clearance. How can I pass up this aisle, right? I saw these two large turquoise beads. … Read More ...
I am in love with this polymer clay leaf bowl. This bowl can also be made with air-drying clay
too. The tutorial is easy to follow and all you need are some stunning leaves to get started. These make great … Read More ...
Anna Spathari shares these appealing little doodle bowls in her tutorial (English translation). These are made with air dry clays but you could, of course, use polymer clay for the same sort of process.
Use a fun variety … Read More ...
Iris Rodriguez walks us through how to use Activa (an air dry clay with a smooth texture and white finish) and inks to create lovely ring bowls that would be perfect for DIY wedding favours or the main event’s ring … Read More ...
I make a lot of little clay things – mostly beads but honestly… lots of other things. Hearts are a good shape and I make a lot of hearts. There are bowls and jars of random things (I think the … Read More ...
This little mouse looked like it fell asleep after a quick snack. With fun Christmas colours, this tutorial by Sculpey and Helen Terlalis Dorn, makes an adorable decoration. Since the boot is a found item for the project you’ll need … Read More ...
I’m a fan of Model Magic – it feels nice, it’s inexpensive, easy to work with and it’s fun to paint or use markers on after. You can add pipe cleaners, googly eyes, stick on gems and all sorts … Read More ...
Imagine Crafts Blog has 3 polymer clay bowls that use popular mixed media supplies for the decorating. Inks and paints are one of those supplies that translate so well from papers to clay and you can collect a nice variety … Read More ...