DIY Earring Tutorial: Polymer Clay Glass Effect & Faux Hammered Metal Techniques

Create Stunning Glass Effect Polymer Clay Earrings | Holiday Jewelry Tutorial

In this tutorial, I’ll guide you through creating elegant polymer clay earrings with a stunning glass effect, making them perfect for the holiday season! You’ll learn step-by-step how to achieve a striking faux glass focal, use silkscreening techniques, and create a faux hammered metal texture all with polymer clay. We’ll also cover how to bezel your clay for a polished, professional look and incorporate rich jewel tones for that extra festive flair.

Whether you’re a beginner or experienced in polymer clay, this project is fun and rewarding. Plus, I’ll share helpful tips on applying resin, using alcohol inks, and working with metallic powders to make your designs stand out.

What you’ll learn:
• How to create a faux glass effect with polymer clay
• Silkscreening techniques for unique designs
• Using alcohol inks for vibrant colors
• How to create a bezel around your clay focal to create a professional finish
• Creating faux hammered metal textures for dimension

⏱️Video Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction to the tutorial and what will be learned
0:30 - Alcohol Inks on Polymer Clay
2:50 - Silkscreen on Polymer Clay
3:56 - Creating Glass Effect
5:31 - Creating a Clay Bezel
8:19 - Creating the Dangle
10:14 - Faux Hammered Metal Effect
12:09 - Resin & Glazing
14:57 - Drilling & Final Assembly

Materials used:
Polymer clay (I'm using a few specific brands and colors:)
◆ 20 grams - Cernit Translucent
◆ 20 grams - Sculpey Premo Forest Green
◆ 10 grams - Sculpey Premo Graphite Pearl
Silver foil leaf
Alcohol inks (such as greens, blues, or jewel tones)
◆ Pinata Brass
◆ Ranger Mojito
◆ Ranger Bottle
◆ Ranger Moss
Metallic pigment powders
◆ Artdone Metallic Mirror Effect Holographic Aurora Chameleon Pigment (Color #13)
Rockrose Clay Cutters
◆ Oval Clay Cutter - 3:5 Ratio (Size 1.50 inch) - https://www.rockroseclay.com/products...
◆ Oval Clay Cutter - 2:5 Ratio (Sizes 1.00 and 1.25 inch) - https://www.rockroseclay.com/products...
◆ Belladonna Clay Cutter (Size 0.75 inch) - https://www.rockroseclay.com/products...
Black acrylic paint
Silkscreen and squeegee
Liquid clay, resin, and Sculpey gloss glaze
Basic clay tools (pasta machine, tissue blade, paintbrush, ball tool, sculpting tool, extruder, etc.)
Dremel Drill Press Workstation (optional)
Drill Bit #60
Jewelry pliers for assembling the earrings
Surgical stainless steel earring posts
6mm jump rings
Popsicle sticks, plastic wrap, and cardstock
Ceramic tile
Oven for curing the polymer clay

Music Used:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/ben-johnson/cant...
License code: YCJKK9W5POY0EYID

Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/feather...
License code: PMMML1DSV7IKAK3U

👉 Want more details? Head over to my blog for the full step-by-step guide and additional tips. You'll find even more inspiration and resources for your polymer clay jewelry projects! (link below 👇)
https://www.rockroseclay.com/blogs/su...


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