Instructables: exploring - living - jewelry - clay http://www.instructables.com Thu, 23 May 2013 12:00:06 PDT BLOX v1.01 Purpleheart Ouija Pendant with Polymer Clay Inlays http://www.instructables.com/id/Purpleheart-Ouija-Pendant-with-Polymer-Clay-Inlays/
Purpleheart Ouija Pendant with Polymer Clay Inlays - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3N/0G2K/HFSHFL8N/F3N0G2KHFSHFL8N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3N/0G2K/HFSHFL8N/F3N0G2KHFSHFL8N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3N/0G2K/HFSHFL8N/F3N0G2KHFSHFL8N.SMALL.jpg purpletheory This is my second Ouija themed project, this time using purpleheart wood (Peltogyne), which is a naturally purple hardwood that comes from the tropical regions of Central and South America. I had never worked with purpleheart wood before so I wanted to start with a small project and I also wanted to...
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Mon, 29 Apr 2013 18:15:42 PDT
Polymer Clay Dragon Pendant http://www.instructables.com/id/Dragon-Pendant-1/
Polymer Clay Dragon Pendant - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/M32L/HFD1E035/F5LM32LHFD1E035.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/M32L/HFD1E035/F5LM32LHFD1E035.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/M32L/HFD1E035/F5LM32LHFD1E035.SMALL.jpg Mema17 These are simple (hopefully) instructions on how to make a polymer clay dragon pendant. They are simple but do require some fine motor skills for some parts. Making this does require baking and sharp instruments so take care. Ingredients These are simple (hopefully) instructions on how to make a ...
By: Mema17

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Mon, 15 Apr 2013 21:50:28 PDT
Pokeball Earrings: A super-effective gift for friends and family! http://www.instructables.com/id/Pok-Earrings-Pokball-Earrings-for-someone-special/
Pokeball Earrings: A super-effective gift for friends and family! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F26/94RY/H15A2NA9/F2694RYH15A2NA9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F26/94RY/H15A2NA9/F2694RYH15A2NA9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F26/94RY/H15A2NA9/F2694RYH15A2NA9.SMALL.jpg Tomcat94 A birthday for a friend of mine is coming up soon, so I decided I would give her something special. Since she loves to collect earrings, the only logical thing for me to do was to give her a unique pair of earrings that she couldn't get anywhere else. I wanted to make earrings for her that were not ...
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Tue, 17 Apr 2012 15:26:24 PDT
Polymer Bar Pendant http://www.instructables.com/id/Polymer-Bar-Pendant/
Polymer Bar Pendant - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP4/C0FT/GZPZO43J/FP4C0FTGZPZO43J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP4/C0FT/GZPZO43J/FP4C0FTGZPZO43J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP4/C0FT/GZPZO43J/FP4C0FTGZPZO43J.SMALL.jpg Mrballeng This pendant is simple to make using only a few tools and a couple materials. Needed: File divider Polymer Clay Pliers Hammer Drill & drill bit Sand paper Soldering paste Silver solder Heat source Another use for a file divider Cut out the strip to a file divider. Use a pair of pliers to bend t...
By: Mrballeng

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Sun, 11 Mar 2012 23:36:59 PDT
Marbled Bangle http://www.instructables.com/id/Marbled-Bangle/
Marbled Bangle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/APWL/GZKGLJM4/F9KAPWLGZKGLJM4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/APWL/GZKGLJM4/F9KAPWLGZKGLJM4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/APWL/GZKGLJM4/F9KAPWLGZKGLJM4.SMALL.jpg iamkeebler Have I mentioned before that I love bangles and polymer clay? This is the third bangle I had made with my little clay experiment. I really like the marbleized look that occurs when you do this. What You Need: Polymer Clay (preferably 3 contrasting colors) Bangle/Bracelet As you can see I took ...
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Fri, 9 Mar 2012 22:28:15 PST
Coil Bracelet http://www.instructables.com/id/Coil-Bracelet/
Coil Bracelet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG4/TT2C/GZ6I5VV8/FG4TT2CGZ6I5VV8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG4/TT2C/GZ6I5VV8/FG4TT2CGZ6I5VV8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG4/TT2C/GZ6I5VV8/FG4TT2CGZ6I5VV8.SMALL.jpg iamkeebler One accessory that I am forever addicted to is bangles. I freaking love bangles! But every now and then I buy a set of bangles thinking that I'm going to wear them with some out fit, then I buy them and realize that no... I will not be wearing those with the outfit I intended for. Well, these have s...
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Tue, 6 Mar 2012 09:31:14 PST
Spiral my Bangle (a bangle upcylce tutorial) http://www.instructables.com/id/Spiral-my-Bangle-a-bangle-upcylce-tutorial/
Spiral my Bangle (a bangle upcylce tutorial) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXR/GIKN/GZ8T300Z/FXRGIKNGZ8T300Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXR/GIKN/GZ8T300Z/FXRGIKNGZ8T300Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXR/GIKN/GZ8T300Z/FXRGIKNGZ8T300Z.SMALL.jpg iamkeebler One accessory that I am forever addicted to is bangles. I freaking love bangles! But every now and then I buy a set of bangles thinking that I'm going to wear them with some out fit, then I buy them and realize that no... I will not be wearing those with the outfit I intended for. Well, these have s...
By: iamkeebler

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Wed, 29 Feb 2012 17:17:30 PST
Chinese zodiac clay pendant http://www.instructables.com/id/Chinese-zodiac-clay-pendant/
Chinese zodiac clay pendant - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA0/SJS0/GXFXNLG0/FA0SJS0GXFXNLG0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA0/SJS0/GXFXNLG0/FA0SJS0GXFXNLG0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA0/SJS0/GXFXNLG0/FA0SJS0GXFXNLG0.SMALL.jpg gingerkatt Make an easy clay pendant necklace for a fun gift.  To find the signs, just google chinese zodiac symbol.  Gather supplies Small amounts of polymer clay toothpick black acrylic paint mod podge twine small lid, we used the top from a nail polish remover bottle metal altoids container small paint ...
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Mon, 16 Jan 2012 15:42:59 PST
Polymer clay eyeball beads http://www.instructables.com/id/Polymer-clay-eyeball-beads/
Polymer clay eyeball beads - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYK/0AQD/GTLRHVQW/FYK0AQDGTLRHVQW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYK/0AQD/GTLRHVQW/FYK0AQDGTLRHVQW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYK/0AQD/GTLRHVQW/FYK0AQDGTLRHVQW.SMALL.jpg jenhoney These eyeball beads are great for Halloween jewelry or eyery day fun. A suitable project for people new to polymer clay, using simple cane work and minimal specialty tools. Materials Needed: Polymer clay in black, white, varying shades of whatever color you want to use for the iris of the eye(I us...
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Mon, 10 Oct 2011 23:11:27 PDT
Goddess Beads http://www.instructables.com/id/Goddess-Beads/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3X/EGFN/GT5JY76N/F3XEGFNGT5JY76N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3X/EGFN/GT5JY76N/F3XEGFNGT5JY76N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3X/EGFN/GT5JY76N/F3XEGFNGT5JY76N.SMALL.jpg mslaynie Several years ago, I worked with polymer clay on a daily basis. I experimented with making beads, among other things. I recently found this set of beads and decided to share a bit of the process. It's been quite a few years, so this is more of a brief description than an in-depth tutorial. Material...
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Thu, 29 Sep 2011 06:37:01 PDT
Arwen's Butterfly Brooch http://www.instructables.com/id/Arwens-Butterfly-Brooch/
Arwen's Butterfly Brooch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDQ/G026/GS3BEGKU/FDQG026GS3BEGKU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDQ/G026/GS3BEGKU/FDQG026GS3BEGKU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDQ/G026/GS3BEGKU/FDQG026GS3BEGKU.SMALL.jpg hfuller I made this for a halloween costume. It cost me $2 which i believe is pretty good when you compare it to the $60 ones you can get online. This brooch is from Arwen's Requiem dress.  For those of you who are not familiar with Arwen, she is a fictional character in Tolkien's Lord of the Rings.  Her ...
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Thu, 8 Sep 2011 21:49:54 PDT
How to Make a Vintage Inspired Clay Rose Necklace http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Vintage-Inspired-Clay-Rose-Necklace/
How to Make a Vintage Inspired Clay Rose Necklace - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8E/WTG3/GRFN2DGL/F8EWTG3GRFN2DGL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8E/WTG3/GRFN2DGL/F8EWTG3GRFN2DGL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8E/WTG3/GRFN2DGL/F8EWTG3GRFN2DGL.SMALL.jpg CreativeCate This is a BEAUTIFUL and easy DIY accessorie project that will “wow” everyone who sees you wear it.  The thing I like most about this project is that it is cheap (of course) and unique in that each rose turns out a bit different and you can customize the colors to any you’d like. So lets just jump in...
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Mon, 22 Aug 2011 15:15:30 PDT
DIY Braided Clay Bracelet http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Braided-Clay-Bracelet-1/
DIY Braided Clay Bracelet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQZ/90Q5/GRG3ZJ0L/FQZ90Q5GRG3ZJ0L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQZ/90Q5/GRG3ZJ0L/FQZ90Q5GRG3ZJ0L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQZ/90Q5/GRG3ZJ0L/FQZ90Q5GRG3ZJ0L.SMALL.jpg lindsaykujawa What you will need What you will need: Polymer clay Razor blade Soften up clay Knead the clay with your hands to soften it up. Roll three tubes Using the palm of your hand roll out three long tubes. Begin braiding Mash the top of the tubes together and begin braiding. Adjust leng...
By: lindsaykujawa

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Wed, 17 Aug 2011 18:16:06 PDT
Clay Word Pendants http://www.instructables.com/id/Clay-Word-Pendants/
Clay Word Pendants - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/6KY8/GREQ9RD0/FYC6KY8GREQ9RD0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/6KY8/GREQ9RD0/FYC6KY8GREQ9RD0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/6KY8/GREQ9RD0/FYC6KY8GREQ9RD0.SMALL.jpg thenshemade I love to make clay jewelry and one of my favorite things to make are clay word pendants.  Not only are they easy but they are completely customizable.  For the pendant I'm showing today, I choose to make it in honor of a couple of brave women currently battling breast cancer.  I used the color pink...
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Tue, 16 Aug 2011 19:28:49 PDT
Polymer Clay Tentacle Pendant! http://www.instructables.com/id/Polymer-Clay-Tentacle-Pendant/
Polymer Clay Tentacle Pendant! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBP/IOZ5/GRBTNQL5/FBPIOZ5GRBTNQL5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBP/IOZ5/GRBTNQL5/FBPIOZ5GRBTNQL5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBP/IOZ5/GRBTNQL5/FBPIOZ5GRBTNQL5.SMALL.jpg lalaclassic Hi! This instructable will show you how to make a Polymer Clay Tentacle Pendant.  The inspiration of this piece is a friend of a friend posted a gorgeous tentacle pendant on their facebook wall, and it popped up on my newsfeed.  I went to etsy.com and checked it out and it was amazing!  I really th...
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Sun, 14 Aug 2011 18:56:06 PDT
DIY clay bangles http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-clay-bangles/
DIY clay bangles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8U/JXWQ/GQB4Y1TA/F8UJXWQGQB4Y1TA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8U/JXWQ/GQB4Y1TA/F8UJXWQGQB4Y1TA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8U/JXWQ/GQB4Y1TA/F8UJXWQGQB4Y1TA.SMALL.jpg lindsaykujawa I am going to show you an EASY and inexpensive way to make just about any kind of bangle you want using my favorite material ever...polymer clay! What you will need A few different polymer clay colors. A bangle. Use this as a guideline to measure and shape the bracelet before baking it. Us...
By: lindsaykujawa

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Sun, 24 Jul 2011 07:08:17 PDT
Paintbrush and Palette Pendant http://www.instructables.com/id/Paintbrush-and-Palette-Pendant/
Paintbrush and Palette Pendant - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHS/GUMB/GP5SZITK/FHSGUMBGP5SZITK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHS/GUMB/GP5SZITK/FHSGUMBGP5SZITK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHS/GUMB/GP5SZITK/FHSGUMBGP5SZITK.SMALL.jpg Mrballeng I made this pendant for an artist friend of mine. I chose the colors of the palette based on a painting she did. I placed them in the same order ,from top to bottom, as I saw them in her painting. Hope she likes it. I used steel, brass and, polymer clay. Mount a nail in a drill press Spin a nai...
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Mon, 20 Jun 2011 16:00:54 PDT
Angel and Devil Necklaces http://www.instructables.com/id/Angel-and-Devil-Necklaces/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUH/SLQE/GO4ZU896/FUHSLQEGO4ZU896.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUH/SLQE/GO4ZU896/FUHSLQEGO4ZU896.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUH/SLQE/GO4ZU896/FUHSLQEGO4ZU896.SMALL.jpg papayabadger made these today. i need to work on my clay skills... the devil is slightly bigger ;-;
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Thu, 26 May 2011 17:19:02 PDT
Prescious Metal Clay (PMC) Mould Making http://www.instructables.com/id/Prescious-Metal-Clay-PMC-Mould-Making/
Prescious Metal Clay (PMC) Mould Making - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0N/2G1U/GINP5506/F0N2G1UGINP5506.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0N/2G1U/GINP5506/F0N2G1UGINP5506.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0N/2G1U/GINP5506/F0N2G1UGINP5506.SMALL.jpg amandajewls This instructable is how to create a precious metal clay (PMC), metal clay (copper and bronze) or polymer clay mould from which to cast an organic odd-shaped item. This Instructable will not cover how to use or fire Precious Metal Clay, rather how to create and test your moulds to ensure the desire...
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Sat, 8 Jan 2011 19:58:38 PST
Make a millefiori USB flash drive jewel http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-millefiori-USB-flash-drive-jewel/
Make a millefiori USB flash drive jewel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/BXW3/FWYHRZQ9/FR3BXW3FWYHRZQ9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/BXW3/FWYHRZQ9/FR3BXW3FWYHRZQ9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/BXW3/FWYHRZQ9/FR3BXW3FWYHRZQ9.SMALL.jpg masynmachien This millefiori USB flash drive makes a great present for friends (or for yourself). With a polymer clay casing you can give the memory stick a very individual appearance. Each one is different and you can personalise by using the wearer's favorite colour combinations. If you have some experience w...
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Fri, 17 Jul 2009 11:35:56 PDT
Easy Faux Pearl Necklace Made of Cornstarch Clay http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Faux-Pearl-Necklace-Made-of-Cornstarch-Clay/
Easy Faux Pearl Necklace Made of Cornstarch Clay - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM3/H5PV/FUI0WD21/FM3H5PVFUI0WD21.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM3/H5PV/FUI0WD21/FM3H5PVFUI0WD21.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM3/H5PV/FUI0WD21/FM3H5PVFUI0WD21.SMALL.jpg lancmaltby Here is a super easy Faux Pearl Necklace you can make for a great Mothers Day present. This is so much fun to make and so easy - just 3 ingredients that you have in your pantry. Measure out your ingredents1 cup of water1.5 cup of salt - table salt1 cup of corn starch To put the entire necklace ...
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Sat, 9 May 2009 10:22:55 PDT
Fast clay jewelery http://www.instructables.com/id/Fast-clay-jewelery/
Fast clay jewelery - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/PPVM/FPIOL9DO/FNCPPVMFPIOL9DO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/PPVM/FPIOL9DO/FNCPPVMFPIOL9DO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/PPVM/FPIOL9DO/FNCPPVMFPIOL9DO.SMALL.jpg cutting Matt It's not really clay, it's polymer clay. the difference: I'm not sure, but this stuff has colors!!!! and it bakes in a normal oven. this project takes about one weekend, but can take longer if you have distractions (much longer). materials polymer clays-gold-silver-white-two complementary colors ...
By: cutting Matt

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Sat, 3 Jan 2009 19:00:52 PST
How to make a head out of clay. http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-head-out-of-clay./
How to make a head out of clay. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F03/9QX2/U1DES9J4HQ9/F039QX2U1DES9J4HQ9.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F03/9QX2/U1DES9J4HQ9/F039QX2U1DES9J4HQ9.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F03/9QX2/U1DES9J4HQ9/F039QX2U1DES9J4HQ9.SMALL.jpg Yakeyglee This instructable will demonstrate how to construct a head out of clay. It is a very easy method which provides a realistic result. As a bonus, it is always looking at you, similar to the effect of the "Mona Lisa" except it uses a concave-convex illusion. I hope you enjoy this and create ma...
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Sat, 23 Sep 2006 17:38:56 PDT