Day 80 – 100 Days of Polymer Clay

Technique: Translucent clay with green “gold” leaf
Win: Yes

Challenge:

• To create thin earrings using translucent clay and explore the effect of light passing through the clay
• To experiment with layers and raised sections to create depth and dimension
• To add green “gold” leaf for contrast and a touch of shimmer

Lessons Learned:

• Translucent clay is still quite difficult for me to condition and work with smoothly
• The thinner the translucent clay is rolled, the more beautiful and delicate the final effect becomes
• I really enjoyed experimenting with layers and levels, as it gave the earrings a more interesting look
• The green leaf added just the right amount of sparkle and made the translucent clay feel more alive

Confidence Level: 8/10

Notes:
These earrings feel a little like tiny pieces of sea glass that wandered into a fantasy forest and picked up treasure dust on the way