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checkers.jpgOkay, here is a project to get your gears turning.  How many variations could you come up with for a polymer clay checker board set?  I’m thinking of doing some by stamping the checkers with different patterns and painting over them. This one is made on top of small paper box.  I’m also thinking of how to make a mini travel size set, since so many families travel during the holidays.  Are altoid tins magnetic?  I’m going to have to find out!  You could easily make a travel set for checkers and tic-tac-toe. 

And once you decide how you are going to make your checkers you could go crazy customizing it for each kid on your list with the colors and patterns from their favorite characters.

Here is another version of the checkers set with a little travel bag and fabric checkerboard.

And if you are really feeling ambitious, there is a whole blog devoted to teaching you how to create a chess set with some crazy characters from the claywizard.

[polymer clay, holiday gifts, christmas projects, crafts, games[/tags]

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  1. Thanks for mentioning my blog. I have to appologise first for not updating the blog for a long time. Sorry for that. And speaking of checkers board I’l like to suggest an ancient game – chaturanga. Considered by many to be the predecessor of chess it has a variant for 4 players. This would make a game making project much more fun. It would involve 4 people, give each 8 pieces to make (much faster), may be involve a family for a weekend – 1 day to make the set, 1 day to play the game.

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Etsy Feature – DIY Face Planter Pottery Template

Quirky, fun, and full of personality—this DIY Face Planter Pottery Template is the kind of project that makes everyone smile. Planters are already a favorite for potters because they’re so versatile, but when you add a playful face into the mix? You’ve got a conversation starter, a gift idea, and a cheerful addition to your home all in one.

What It Is

This template guides you step-by-step in slab-building a face-shaped planter. You’ll get the form sorted out easily, leaving all the creativity in the decorating stage—think glasses, freckles, funny noses, bright lips, or even exaggerated cartoon features. It’s essentially a blank canvas with character built right in.

Why It’s Fun and Functional

  • Customizable: Each planter can be as unique as the person making it—no two faces will ever be the same. 
  • Beginner-Friendly: Templates take away the guesswork, letting you focus on the fun. 
  • Gift-Worthy: Perfect as a handmade present for plant lovers or anyone who loves whimsical décor. 
  • Practical: A planter you’ll actually use, not just display. 

Creative Ideas for Your Planter

  • Add bright glazes to create bold personalities. 
  • Use matte neutrals for a more modern, sculptural look. 
  • Give each face a “hairstyle” with trailing plants like string of pearls, ferns, or succulents. 
  • Try a family set—different faces for different family members or moods. 

Why You’ll Love This Project

This planter template is more than just pottery—it’s playful art. The finished piece brings life and laughter into any space, and because you can customize it endlessly, it’s the kind of project you’ll want to make again and again.

You can find it here: DIY Face Planter Pottery Template on Etsy.

This post is part of my Etsy Feature series, where I highlight clay templates, tools, and creative projects that make pottery fun, approachable, and full of charm. This one is especially delightful because it gives you permission to play and be silly with your clay.

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