I invite you to check out the artwork and blog of polymer clay artist, Tejae Floyde.  Her encased hearts are thought provoking, soulful objects of beauty. Scroll through her blog archives to see more of her amazing pieces.

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Be sure to check out the Art Bead Scene’s monthly challenge.  The Art Bead Scene is a collective blog that I edit, along with 5 other talented bead artists.  Our goal is to celebrate art beads and inspire those … Read More...

Ever want to know what a polymer clay cottage industry looks like?  Well the team behind She Beads fills us in during this quick video.  I love watching them make those huge canes and check out the storage shelves … Read More...

Yes, you can even use polymer clay to create a Halloween costume!  It’s Friday, time for a little weekend inspiration and polymer clay goofiness.  Here are some fun masks from Flickr, both in polymer and traditional clays.  Hopefully you’ll find … Read More...

It’s scary how time flies!  To add a little Halloween decor to your desk, try this Gothic inspired clock by artist Heather MacFarlane.  You can find clock bits in your local arts & crafts shop.  You can also reuse … Read More...

Need a fun project to keep the munchkins entertained this weekend?  Or perhaps you are in need of a little fall inspired decor.  Give this pumpkin wire picture holder project a try, couldn’t you just see them holding photos … Read More...

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 … Read More...

Each month Polka Dot Creations hosts a Color Challenge.  Create something new during the month in that color and enter it in the Color Challenge flickr group.  A winner is chosen by random each month for a $25.00 … Read More...

Grant Diffendaffer’s beads tap into the primordial influences of moculuer structures and hidden organism of the sea.  His work is other worldly yet deeply rooted in the minute details of the natural world. 

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Waning Crescent Art Pendant by Gabriel

Black Cat Pin by ArtsyClay

Spider Web Beads by PapernClay

Wicked Art Doll Puppet by Elizabeth Bonura

Pumpkin Candy Jar by Peggers

Happy Boo by CLBcreations

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When you go out for your next walk, pick up a few leaves to transform into pendants that celebrate the season. Here is an earthy Leaf Fossil Pendant project designed by Patricia Kimle.

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The National Polymer Clay Guild has clayers all over the Internet talking.  The new format of this conference features presentations from the top artists in our field.  View their websitefor more details.  The conference will be held February 21st … Read More...

The National Polymer Clay Guild has clayers all over the Internet talking.  The new format of this conference features presentations from the top artists in our field.  View their websitefor more details.  The conference will be held February 21st … Read More...

Put down that fork!  These sweet treats are your fun bit of inspiration for the weekend.  Although I have a feeling to some of these talented miniaturists this cake making is serious business. 

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Color-guru Maggie Maggio posted polymer clay formulas for Pantone’s Fall color trends.  Along with the recipes she offers some hints on using the trendy hues in your clay creations.

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UK artist Emma Ralph has branched off into many mediums in her beadmaking explorations over the years, but she is still best known for her work in polymer clay.  Collected by jewelry designers around the world, Emma’s work has appeared … Read More...

Okay it’s Friday, feet back on the ground please!  It’s time for a little polymer clay goofiness. 

Calling all angels: spend some time this weekend earning your wings or rather creating them with these polymer clay projects that I’ve scrounged … Read More...

Create a clock that shows off the brilliance of autumn foliage.  This is a polymer clay, stamp and paint project by Sandy Rollinger, suitable for any skill level.

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Polymer clay pioneer Lindly Haunani has been teaching across the country for over 10 years, exploring the endless possibilities of this versatile medium.  A founding member of the National Polymer Clay Guild, Lindly’s work has recently appeared in … Read More...