Susan Opie's nostalgic 2021 Jewelry-Making Contest entry features adorable, hand-sculpted renditions of everyone's favorite spud spouses.
Single-Strand Necklace
Metal clay was brilliantly combined with citrine and sunstone in this artistic masterpiece. Let this OOAK statement necklace inspire your metal clay creations.
Bib-Style Necklace
This "Woodland Owl" polymer clay necklace is a hoot. View this contest piece up close to admire its intricate detailing.
Bib-Style Necklace
Kristina Ilickovic used the love of her father and the independence of wildflowers as inspiration for this delicate, floral piece.
Multi-Strand Necklace
Kit Skeoch's vibrant necklace reminded contest judges of saltwater taffy--a fitting description for a piece titled "Ochosi's Candy".
Single-Strand Necklace
Karen Suarez used an antique gaming piece at the center of "The Koi's Treasure" and let its beautiful engravings inform the rest of the design.
Single-Strand Necklace
Karen Suarez's "Contemporary Circles" embodies the beauty of symmetry and geometric shapes with metal clay.
Single-Strand Necklace
"Angel Wings of Hope" by Karen Suarez seeks to honor those who worked tirelessly through the pandemic through the use of contemporary design and sterling silver.
Double-Strand Necklace
Designer Marilynn Ordonez sought to capture the beauty of springtime blooms in her garden with polymer clay in her contest-winning piece "Forever Spring".
Single-Strand Necklace
The amount of detail in Christy Sherman's "Red Crowned Crane" made it an easy choice for contest judges, who couldn't stop "oohing" and "ahhing" over the intricate polymer clay work.
Bib-Style Necklace
Everyone deserves a statement collar necklace, and this design shows why. Let "Cleopatra's Collar" inspire your next great jewelry design.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Celebrate your love of Pop TartsĀ® with this sweet set formed in polymer clay.
Single-Strand Necklace
Feast your eyes on this miniature charcuterie board laden with polymer clay munchies.
Single-Strand Necklace
Serve up a hearty breakfast in polymer clay.
Sushi Earrings
Fishing for the perfect gift for a sushi lover? Sink your creative teeth into these polymer clay earrings for some artistic umami.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Let the awe-inspiring beauty of fungi influence your jewelry design. The gorgeous fan-like structure of the turkey tail mushroom was the muse for this stunning set.
Earrings
Bake charming cow print dangles with polymer clay. Add charms and focals for custom embellishments.
Earrings
Look forward to spring in style with these adorable groundhog earrings. Crystal bead accents dress up these polymer clay cuties quicker than you can say Punxsatawny Phil.
Cow-Print Earrings
Make cow-print earrings out of polymer clay for a one-of-a-kind look.
Single-Strand Necklace
This necklace is living the beach life with colors of sand, sea and driftwood.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Learn how to create American flag bunting swag with polymer clay. Create this popular patriotic display in a red, white and blue gemstone jewelry set.
Teapot
Marilyn Morrison's "Steampunk Flavored Tea" sculpture captured attention with labor-intensive 360° details, textures and creative additions.
Single-Strand Necklace
Make your own double-sided metal clay memory pendant for a jewelry piece that's sure to be cherished. Use this contest design as your inspiration to get started.
Multi-Strand Necklace
Atsumi's "Leap Before You Look" takes inspiration from Japanese folklore and W. H. Auden's similarly named poem to celebrate a sense of adventure and courage.
Single-Strand Necklace
Inspired by the wet-drape sculpture technique from Ancient Greek and Roman artists, Leah Southerland created a frighteningly realistic face pendant from a sheet of polymer clay.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Which came first? The chicken focal or the egg beads?
Double-Strand Necklace
Enjoy this stunning display of watermelon tourmaline and metal clay in a wearable piece of art. Let "Cleo's Watermelon Tourmaline" inspire you to combine metal clay with gemstones for limitless potential.
Home Décor Wall Art
Lesley Shilling's "Moon and Stars Venetian Masque" is a haunting and mysterious addition to any wall.
Double-Strand Necklace
Open the doors of "Nature's Cathedral" to discover the hidden layer of stained glass inspired detail within.
Single-Strand Necklace Set
Magan Weid's "steamflys" are wonderful winged creations, sure to add a whimsical touch to any outfit.
Badge Holder
Start your day off with a donut and coffee with this polymer clay badge holder that's sure to bring a smile.
Bib-Style Necklace
Arrange a beautiful bouquet of polymer clay blooms to create your own version of this award-winning design by Kim Hale.