DYI ideas with polymer clay

Looking for fun and creative ways to use oven-bake polymer clay? You’ve come to the right place! Here we share beginner-friendly DIY ideas you can try at home, from trendy accessories to clever home décor and party decorations. Each idea can be adapted to your personal style and your choice of colours and mood. The only limit is your imagination!

Polymer Clay Keyrings and Bag Charms

Polymer clay keyrings and bag charms are both fun to make and super trendy right now. Decorating bags, laptop sleeves, and jackets with personalised charms has become a popular way to express your style and add a splash of colour to your look. With polymer clay, you can shape anything from letters to tiny figures, creating unique accessories that truly stand out.

Give Old Glassware New Life with Polymer Clay

Since glass can withstand high temperatures, it’s the perfect material to combine with oven-bake polymer clay. Instead of throwing away old jars, vases, or candle holders, why not cover them with colourful polymer clay? It’s a simple and creative way to breathe new life into your items and create unique home décor pieces that reflect your personality and style. Once you’ve tried this, you’ll never want to toss out empty jam jars or worn vases again!

How to:

1. Clean and dry the item thoroughly.
2. Roll out polymer clay in your chosen colours and patterns.
3. Press the clay onto the surface of the object, shaping it to fit the contours.
4. Add details such as patterns, textures, or small figures.
5. Bake the item in the oven according to the instructions on the clay packaging.

Festive Decorations with Polymer Clay

Make your celebration extra memorable with handmade details in polymer clay! Create personalised drink stirrers, colourful glass markers, creative place cards, or elegant napkin rings, the possibilities are endless. It’s an easy way to add a personal touch to your table setting and make guests feel especially welcome. Plus, it’s a great conversation starter, and you can customise colours and messages to match the theme of your event!

Personalised Jewellery with Polymer Clay

Creating something of your own that you can actually wear is both fun and practical, and imagine walking into a party wearing a pair of unique, self-designed earrings! Or surprising someone you care about with a handmade bracelet full of personality. Polymer clay is a popular material among both hobbyists and professional jewellery makers thanks to its many fantastic qualities. With the right tools, this colourful clay can be rolled out, shaped into charms and beads, and then oven-baked to become beautiful necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. FIMO and other types of polymer clay are also incredibly lightweight, making them perfect for jewellery making.

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Polymer Clay Coasters – The Ultimate Beginner Project

Making your own polymer clay coasters is the perfect beginner project. It requires few tools yet offers plenty of room for creativity. You can play with colours, patterns, and shapes, from simple marble effects to more playful designs. The coasters are not only practical but also stylish additions to your home décor, or lovely gifts to give away.

How to:

1. Roll out the polymer clay evenly on a flat surface.
2. Cut out shapes using templates or a glass.
3. Add texture or patterns if desired.
4. Place the coasters on baking paper and cure in the oven according to the instructions on the packaging.
5. Allow to cool completely and apply a varnish if you want a glossy finish.