This is one of those projects I started just to have fun, never expecting to create something I truly loved! They are little dishes to hold jewelry, coins, keys, etc. Just in time for Mother's Day?
I've never really worked with clay. Here I just used the Sculpey oven-bake clay my kids make stuff with. But by adding texture and paint, you can apparently transform something very simple into something beautiful. Who knew?
I played with texture plates,
and background stamps,
and individual stamps...
I challenge you to try working with a new crafting material or technique. You just might surprise yourself =).
You can find the full directions and photos (including the trick to getting the curved form) in my project here at Fiskars.
Beautiful photography!
Posted by: Hannah | 05/07/2011 at 05:48 PM
these are gorgeous! I love all the textures you used in the clay.
Posted by: Candice | 05/07/2011 at 09:16 PM
Absolutely beautiful! I want them!
Posted by: erin | 05/07/2011 at 10:29 PM
What a super cute and fun craft this is! I linked to this page on my blog's facebook page for inspiration. :-) I can't wait to make these with my munchkins. Thank you for the beautiful idea.
Hettie/CelticMommy
Posted by: CelticMommy | 05/11/2011 at 06:50 AM
I just found your blog via Pinterest and I am IN LOVE!! The textures are gorgeous, indeed. love the posts of the kids' lunches too! A simple idea is such a meaningful tradition. Thanks for the inspiration! - Angelica www.handmadebyangelica.com
Posted by: Angelica | 05/15/2011 at 11:28 AM
Thanks very much, everyone! =)
Posted by: Lisa | 05/15/2011 at 11:16 PM
That's so mesmerizing!! its worth your talent!!
Thank you for sharing!!
Posted by: Diamond Engagement Rings | 05/16/2011 at 05:28 AM
Love these plates!
Posted by: lala | 06/05/2011 at 04:31 PM
This is so amazing!!! Love polymer clay and the endless possibilities!
Posted by: Lindsay @ Delighted Momma | 07/23/2011 at 10:19 PM
What kind of paint was used for this? Was it painted after you baked it? Thanks in advance!!
Posted by: Yvie | 02/01/2012 at 09:44 PM
Pretty nice plates. Might I suggest using Sculpey Premo of Donna Kato clay also? They're a bit more firm and durable. Think I'll make a few myself.
Posted by: katymeg | 02/19/2012 at 05:29 PM
I like designated places to put things. "A place for everything, and everything in its place," they say. My rings are things that need their very own place.
Posted by: designer engagement rings | 07/21/2012 at 08:09 AM