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Rock On! Polymer Clay Faux Inspirations

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It’s Friday! Here is your weekend inspiration: faux stone techniques.

Just like the natural materials that they imitate, there are unending variations to these projects. The photos are from Flickr, click on the image for more information or the links at the bottom of this post.

Want to dig in and make your own faux stones? First, check out the Glass Attic’s collection of information on faux recipes and techniques.

agatizedcoral_2.jpgI love this project for a fossilized coral cane.  It’s hard to tell the faux from the real deal!

Want more? Here are two great books on faux surfaces that are worth picking up.

 

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I’d love to see your faux inspired projects or if you have a link to a faux tutorial, please feel free to share in the comments.

I’m also still accepting Halloween inspired creations to feature in an upcoming Reader’s Gallery.  Email your photos to mealong with your website or blog if you have one.

Flickr Photo Credits:
1. faux turquoise and wire, 2. Faux turquoise, 3. 3 frogs, 4. faux Mayan jade beads, 5. 23. Faux jade, 6. faux-jade-clutch, 7. pebble blend, 8. Faux stone experiments, 9. Faux Stone, 10. Sticks & Stones, 11. Dinosaur Switchplate, 12. PCAGOE July Challenge

Created with fd’s Flickr Toys.

[tags]polymer clay, arts and crafts, diy, faux stone, faux surfaces, tutorials[/tags]

Comments

  1. Wow, Heather…I just checked in on the blog for the first time in a while and was so pleased to see you feature my dinosaur switchplate! You collected a great assortment of faux styles – great inspiration.

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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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