Have you noticed that artists tend to look at things a little bit differently than other people?
Thank goodness for that! I think the world would be a boring place if we all thought the same way.
Sometimes you just need to look at the everyday objects around you with a different point of view to find new possibilities.
I went into my kitchen looking for new texture tools and discovered three different spices that make beautiful textures and texture sheets for polymer clay.
Btw, once you’ve used your spices on clay I would not recommend cooking with them! They’re craft supplies now.
Polymer clay is not toxic, but it still doesn’t seem like a good idea.
Tools and Materials:
- Whole star anise pods
- Cinnamon sticks
- Whole cloves
- Two-part molding putty (this video gives more detail about using silicone mold material)
- Acrylic roller
- Clay blade
What other things can you find in your cupboards or pantry to use for making texture? If you come up with something fun, please share in the Keepsake Crafts Create Facebook group.
Enjoy the video and happy creating!
Watch the Spice Up Your Polymer Clay Textures-Friday Findings video at YouTube.
Love your spices idea for texture on clay. I found cut crystal with some gorgeous designs on the bottoms at a thrift shop and bought them. They made the most fantastic texture sheets. I wrapped my clay around the bottom and sides and, made the impression, then carefully flattened the clay down. I always keep a lookout for more when I go to thrift shops. Tried pressed glass but it didn’t work nearly as well. Keep up the good work.
Thanks for the tip, Eloise, it’s a great one. 🙂 Another thing to look for when I go to the thrift stores!
Great idea – thank you for sharing! Just an idea for you for cloves – if you like orange tea, add some cinnamon and cloves while you steap it. It’s absolutely delicious and smells heavenly!! 😊💕
Thanks for the tip, Sharon. I can’t smell, so I wonder if those cloves have any scent remaining after all these years. I’ll have to ask hubby to sniff for me. 😀
Gotta tell you, these look delicious! Tropical. Hawaiian. Not just the textures, but the colors too. Love ’em!
Thanks! It probably helps that I bumped up the saturation in the quest for an enticing video thumbnail. 🙂