Homemade clay is one of those secret recipes that once you try, you’ll never go back to store-bought. A bag of cornstarch and a little baking soda can become something truly magical: a soft, pliable clay that air dries beautifully … Read More ...
DIY Air Dry Clay Magnets – Easy Stamped Clay Craft
There’s something wonderfully nostalgic about clay crafts, isn’t there? The cool, smooth texture in your hands, the way it slowly transforms with just a little pressure and imagination—it’s both soothing and creative. Today, we’re making DIY air dry clay magnets… Read More ...
POP! – Perspectives on Polymer
POP! – Perspectives on Polymer
Contemporary Craft is thrilled to be hosting POP! – Perspectives on Polymer June 25-29, 2022. A five-day celebration of contemporary work in polymer, the event will have something for everyone who loves polymer clay. POP! … Read More ...
Kawaii Cat Pancakes Polymer Clay Tutorial
If you love all things cute and quirky, then this Kawaii Cat Pancake Charm tutorial is just what you need! Nothing screams kawaii quite like food turned into adorable little cats, and these miniature pancake-inspired charms are the perfect combination … Read More ...
Book Review – Miniature Cake Creations
Miniature Cake Creations by Maive Ferrando
Indulge your sweet tooth with these scrumptious desserts that you can wear or collect! These delectable treats will satiate both your desire for creativity and your fondness for sweets. There are 30 delectable projects … Read More ...
Book Review – Clay Lab for Kids
Clay Lab for Kids: 52 Projects to Make
, Model, and Mold with Air-Dry, Polymer, and Homemade Clay.
Art teacher and winner of the Netflix bake-off show Nailed It! presents Clay Lab for Kids. Cassie Stephens introduces 52 hands-on crafts … Read More ...
DIY Extruded Polymer Clay Bangle
This clay tutorial shows you how to make a bangle using extruded canes or noddles of clay and then carefully wrapping the bangle base to create this textured bangle.
You can see the full tutorial with lots of step-by-step photos … 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 ...
Make Your Own Faux Leather Sculpted Flowers
Many years ago I brought home a leather flower picture frame from Poland, it was all hand made and has been on my wall for over 30 years. It was an unusual keepsake from a holiday. These flowers remind me … Read More ...
Which Sealer Is The Best – Testing Polymer Clay Sealers
This article by the Bluebottletree is a comprehensive guide to the best sealers for your clay projects. A detailed test of brush on sealers and spray on sealers were used with a controlled master cane as shown above. Do you … Read More ...
Enchanted Leaf Polymer Clay Bowl Tutorial
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 ...
Book Review – The Polymer Clay Techniques Book
Here are all the techniques you need to create oven-clay projects: buttons, beads, jewelry, figurines, boxes, mosaics, and frames.
The book begins with some basic techniques to get you started, including rolling, baking, and gluing. It … Read More ...
DIY Pokemon Terrarium – Polymer Clay Tutorial
Every time I think Pokemon is done and dusted new generations breathe new life into it. This video tutorial by Creative Rachy shows you how to make a cute and adorable terrarium. You can watch the video here.
These would … Read More ...
DIY Polymer Clay Coiled Bowl
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 ...
Sculpey Air Dry Pencil Cup Cat
Using Sculpey Air Dry clay
and an empty canned food can, make this smart pencil cup for your desk (or your best friend’s desk)!
You can see the full clay tutorial here.
TIME TO COMPLETE
45 minutes + time for … Read More ...