Welcome, former Polka Dot Creations customers!
I closed that book shop in 2012, but I have not given up polymer clay. There are a few things here you may enjoy:
Looking for something in particular?
Enjoy your visit!
–Lisa
Last week I attended the first Polymer Claycation, an event that has risen up from the ashes of the old Clayathon. It happened at a different time of year, and at a different venue, but I saw many of the same familiar faces, and the make-whatever-you-like-to-make vibe was alive and well.
Read on to see everything I worked on, and to hear a little bit about the experience!
Read More: Polymer Claycation
We’re going to Scotland for Worldcon 2024 next month! I’ve been preparing for this trip in the most Lisa Clarke of ways: making jewelry and a shawl to coordinate with the convention colors. Oh, I’m such a nerd really, but I can’t stop myself! The artistic geniuses in Glasgow have designed an official tartan, a yarn colorway, custom fabric, and all kinds of other things featuring the convention colors and branding. And naturally that has inspired me, too.
If you know me at all, you know I love mixing up custom clay color schemes for special occasions!
If you’re headed to Worldcon, too, or you just like navy blues and deep purples, and light greens, and such, read on to learn more about the collection and maybe buy a little something for yourself.
Read More: Going to Scotland! But first, making things!
I’m going to a Guster concert next week. And I’m hoping to be one of the lucky ones randomly chosen to attend their new album’s listening party before the concert. And just in case I am chosen, I’ve whipped up a magnetic topper for my glasses, some earrings, rings, bracelets, and necklaces, all inspired by the new album’s cover art. Because why simply be a “fan” when you can be “that weirdo who made jewelry to match the album art”?
Read More: Ooh La La, My Guster Glasses and Earrings
New colors, new patterns, and a bunch of colorful new trinkets to wear! That’s what’s been keeping me busy for the last week or so. I’m happy to finally be finished with all of the work so I can share them with you. Come take a look!
Read More: Treat yourself!
This is the story of how I went from flipping through an artsy magazine on a weekend morning to laboring over two versions of a new cane design, and the questions that has inspired. Questions like: is this a nice design? Should it be a smaller scale? And should I make more in other colors?
Read More: Whimsy
I was getting dressed a few days ago and decided I needed some rainbow stud earrings. So last night I made some for me, and a very limited number for you too 😁🌈
Read More: Rainbow Stud Earrings
Can you combine Kato Blackout and Premo! Sculpey? And if so, what is the ideal ratio? How about baking temperature? Here’s what I learned.
Read More: Kato Blackout and Premo! Sculpey
Everything in the Downloads section at Polka Dot Cottage is 25% off with coupon until December 8th. Also, I am one of the independent designers participating in this year’s Fasten Off Yarn Along. Read on for the coupon code and YAL details!
Read More: Yarn Along and 25% OFF
If I had a studio, I would call this a studio tour, but it’s really just a second-hand desk, a dining room cabinet, and the story of how getting organized with a few new-to-me pieces has changed the way I work.
Read More: Better Making Through Hand-me-Downs
I realize that I’m supposed to be running a business here, but nearly all of my “what should I make?” decisions come not from diligent market research, but from my own needs and wants. Right now I need and want a shawl pin 🙂
Read More: Let’s talk about Shawl Pins
Barrettes
$30.00
Crochet Hooks
$24.00
Stick Pens
$16.00
Seam Rippers
$28.00
Dangly Earrings
$30.00
Inlay Rings
$24.00 – $32.00
Bangle Bracelets
$20.00 – $42.00
Stud Earrings
$16.00 – $20.00
Focal Buttons
$8.00 – $10.00
Shawl Pins
$30.00
