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Today’s Flickr find

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I’ve been lurking, ur uh, I mean looking around our Flickr site for some inspiration today. My muse seems to have left me recently. I sure wish she wouldn’t do that! I NEED her. I know that there are some of you out there with the same stinking situation right now, so today’s Flickr finds are just for us. MG with new shapes

Linda, of NK Designs, made this gorgeous polymer clay pendant and bead set using the mokume gane method.  I just love to see the translucency that you can get using this method with polymer clay. It’s beautiful, as long as you get the colors right. Trust me, get the wrong colors together and it can be hideous. Looks like Linda has the technique perfected! The blue, green and silver play so very nice together in this piece.  Great work Linda, I can’t wait to see more !

SC Diva Now on to today’s next Flickr find, which is a necklace by Lynda of SC Diva . Her inspiration behind this well put together piece are the Maasai of Africa. Here is her description – “The Maasai call the Serengeti “Siringitu”, the place where the land moves on forever. The Serengeti’s ecosystem is one of the oldest on Earth. The colors in the gemstones I chose for this necklace represent the Serengeti’s climate, vegetation, and wildlife. The gemstones are apple jasper, rainbow jasper, and African yellow turquoise.
The polymer clay pendant is a blend of Kato copper and a celedon/light sage color made from Premo Ecru, green and a little bit of Kato yellow.”

Well, it looks like these two, Linda and Lynda, have their muse working overtime. Maybe mine went to help one of them. I wish she’d come on home, I miss her. Maybe the review I’m working on for some products I ordered from Covered in Clay will coax her back. Did I mention I miss her?

[tags]polymer clay, Flickr, jewelry, inspiration[/tags]

Comments

  1. Thank you so much for featuring my pendant. MG is so much fun and I have been revisiting this technique in the last few weeks. I appreciate all your kind words. Linda

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Etsy Feature – Bread Pan Pottery Template

There’s something heartwarming about baking bread. It’s slow, it’s soulful, and it makes the whole house smell like comfort. Now imagine pairing that feeling with pottery—baking a loaf in a pan that you built with your own two hands. That’s exactly what this Bread Pan Pottery Template offers: the chance to merge two timeless crafts into one.

What This Template Is All About

This listing gives you a printable slab-building template that guides you through creating your very own bread pan. Instead of trying to eyeball measurements or guess at proportions, the template lays everything out neatly so you can focus on the fun part—building, decorating, and glazing.

And the best part? It’s reusable. Print it once and you’ll have a tool you can return to again and again, whether you’re making a whole set of pans for your own kitchen or whipping up handmade gifts for family and friends.

Why This Template Is Brilliant

  • Form Meets Function: You’re not just making something pretty—you’re making something you’ll actually use. A bread pan that can hold up in the oven is a game-changer. 
  • Creative Freedom: Once the structure is done, the design is all yours. Carve, stamp, texture, glaze—this is where your style shines. 
  • Practical Studio Tool: Perfect for beginners who want structure and for seasoned potters looking for a quick and reliable form. 
  • Gift Potential: Can you imagine gifting a handmade bread pan with a fresh loaf inside? Or maybe adding a recipe card tied with twine? Utterly charming. 

Inspiration for Your Bread Pan

  • Rustic Farmhouse: Use speckled clay, add carved lines or stamps, and glaze in warm neutrals. Think cozy cottage kitchen. 
  • Modern Minimalist: Stick to smooth surfaces and glaze in soft greys, blacks, or whites for a sleek look. 
  • Textured & Patterned: Roll lace, leaves, or textured mats into the clay before forming for a one-of-a-kind surface design. 
  • Showstopper Glazes: A layered glaze (like the gorgeous teal-and-brown example in the photo) adds depth and personality. 

How You Might Use It Beyond Bread

While bread is the obvious star here, this template is versatile. These pans can double as serving dishes, casserole trays, or even decorative centerpieces. They’re sturdy, practical, and beautiful enough to live on your table rather than hiding in a cupboard.

And if you’re into markets or selling your pottery, functional bakeware is always a crowd-pleaser. Customers love pieces they can use daily, especially when they carry that handmade touch.

Why Potters Will Fall in Love with This Template

At the end of the day, pottery is about connection—between you, the clay, and the person who’ll eventually hold or use the piece. This bread pan template makes that process easier, faster, and more enjoyable. It gives you the framework while still leaving room for creativity.

It’s approachable for beginners, yet flexible enough for advanced potters to customize. And honestly? There’s just something so grounding about pulling a loaf of bread from a pan you shaped yourself. It ties together two crafts that have nourished people for centuries.

You can grab the template here: Bread Pan Pottery Template on Etsy.

This article is part of my Etsy Feature series, where I highlight clay tools and templates that make pottery more fun, approachable, and inspiring. And truly—this bread pan template is one of those rare gems that gives you both beauty and function.