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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.

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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.

Have you read?

Clay Studio Series – YouTube Video Review: DIY Stoneware Plates

If you’ve ever dreamed of making your own dinnerware but thought you needed fancy tools or a pottery wheel, this YouTube tutorial by Jana Storm is a must-watch. In this video, Jana walks us through the process of creating handmade stoneware plates using simple methods and beginner-friendly tips.

Jana shows how to shape and form plates using stoneware clay with 25% chamotte in white. What makes this tutorial so appealing is that she proves you don’t need a wheel to create functional, food-safe ceramics. She also shares tips for pottering at home and reassures beginners that even without a full studio setup, you can still make beautiful pieces.

Why We Love It

  • Accessible: No wheel required, just basic hand-building techniques.

  • Practical: The plates are food-safe and even dishwasher-friendly after firing.

  • Educational: Jana explains firing at 1250°C and where to find kilns if you don’t own one (check out kilnshare.com or your local pottery studio).

  • Inspiring: With her calm approach, she makes the art of ceramics feel doable for everyone.

Materials and Glazes Used

To finish the plates, Jana uses liquid glazes from BOTZ:

  • Green Granite

  • Beige Granite

  • Grey Basalt

She also works with a simple pottery tool starter set, showing that you don’t need an expensive kit to get started.

Craft Gossip’s Take

This video is a perfect entry point for anyone curious about ceramics. The tutorial is well-paced, easy to follow, and practical for home hobbyists. While it does require kiln access, Jana gives great advice for finding one nearby. The finished plates are not only beautiful but also functional — making this tutorial both inspiring and useful.

If you’ve been thinking about trying your hand at DIY stoneware pottery, this is the video to start with.