Day 61 – 100 Days of Polymer Clay
Technique: Symmetrically detailed dangle earringsWin: Mostly Challenge: Lessons Learned: Confidence Level: 8/10 Notes: Tiny petals have a way of behaving like rebellious confetti when symmetry enters the room
Day 60 – 100 Days of Polymer Clay
Technique: Mica shift pendantWin: Yes Challenge: Lessons Learned: Confidence Level: 8/10 Notes: This piece felt a little like hidden treasure The pattern only truly revealed itself once the surface was removed, which made the process especially satisfying. The finished effect has a quiet shimmer and depth that changes depending on the light and angle
Day 59 – 100 Days of Polymer Clay
Technique: Makume Gane pendant and matching earrings Win: Yes Challenge:• To use green, yellow, and orange to create a Makume Gane slab for a pendant and matching earrings• To explore a new construction technique by making a round pendant split into sections and joined with jump rings• To create a double-sided pendant by reusing cut … [Read more…]
Day 58 – 100 Days of Polymer Clay
Technique: Fake turquoise stone revisitedWin: Mostly Challenge Lessons Learned Reflection This felt like a meaningful refinement of an earlier idea. The process was more controlled, and small adjustments — especially timing with the paint — made a noticeable difference. It’s encouraging to see how a few changes can shift the result closer to realism. Confidence … [Read more…]
Day 57 – 100 Days of Polymer Clay
Technique: Flower pendant necklace Win: Yes Challenge:• To use petal-like earring cutters to form leaf shapes for the pendant• To create three different shades for the flowers to add depth and variation• To experiment with a partial texture imprint on each flower and assess the overall effect Lessons Learned:• Fine cutters and maizena remain a … [Read more…]
Day 56 – 100 Days of Polymer Clay
Technique: Simple slab pendant with matching earringsWin: Yes Challenge:• To create a clean, simple slab for a square pendant and matching earrings• To refine and smooth the back of the pendant for a more professional finish Lessons Learned:• Bold, loud colours together create striking statement pieces that really feel like me• Taking extra care with … [Read more…]
Day 55 – 100 Days of Polymer Clay
Day 55 Technique: Translucent flower dangles, and marbled two-colour studsWin: Yes Challenge: Lessons Learned: Confidence Level: 9/10 Notes:
Day 54 – 100 Days of Polymer Clay
Day 54Technique 1: Flower mould pendant with dangle earringsTechnique 2: A simple pair of square dangles to use up the very last of my colours Win: Yes Challenge:• To revisit the flower mould with more patience and time to create a more refined, beautiful flower• To design a simple pair of square dangles using the … [Read more…]
Day 53 – 100 Days of Polymer Clay
Technique: Flower pendant Win: Mostly Challenge:• To use up the last little bits of my colours before restocking• To use a flower mould to achieve clear petal texture• To create a single flower with leaves that feels balanced and well-composed on the pendant Lessons Learned:• Working with a mould is very tricky and delicate. This … [Read more…]
Day 52 – 100 Days of Polymer Clay
Day 52Technique: Tool holderWin: Yes Challenge:• To create a little tool holder that looks like a tube of paint• To continue to refine finishes• To use decoupage on a baked piece of polymer clay Lessons Learned:• Decoupage on baked clay opens up a whole new world of surface design and detail• Smooth, refined finishes really … [Read more…]