Polymer Clay Earrings: Make Marbled Accessories
A course by Ochre HandmadeArtist and Creative
A course by Ochre Handmade, Artist and Creative
Learn how to create your own statement earrings with polymer clay, from the initial idea to the finishing touches, ready to wear and turn heads
Creating your own custom accessories is an artistic form of self-expression. Through her jewelry brand Ochre Handmade, Lauren Quinn creates bespoke pieces filled with bold colors and striking pattern designs. Her work has been featured in publications like InStyle Magazine, and on the front cover of _Rock n Roll Bride Magazine. _
In this online course, learn how to make your own jewelry out of polymer clay. Discover marbling techniques, as well as curing and baking methods to create one-of-a-kind accessories.
What will you learn in this online course?
16 lessons & 13 downloads
Tools and Materials
10 minutes, 8 seconds
Best Practice and Safety
17 minutes, 23 seconds
Marbling Techniques 1
17 minutes, 34 seconds
Marbling Techniques 2
12 minutes, 43 seconds
Marbling Techniques 3
15 minutes, 34 seconds
Shapes and Earring Physics
13 minutes, 12 seconds
What's included in this course?
Meet Lauren Quinn, an artist, the creator of Ochre Handmade, and your teacher for this course. Hear about her creative journey, which led her into the world of accessory design, and learn about her inspirations and her influences.
Get an overview of the tools and materials needed for the course, as well as some important best-practice and safety tips. Then, Lauren goes over a several marbling techniques and earring shapes to choose from, before guiding you through creating a moodboard of references.
Learn how to make your clay slab, as well as how to cure and bake your clay pieces. Next, see how to drill the holes needed for assembly, sand the edges, and put everything together.
Afterward, Lauren shows you how to style your piece and take a deep dive into buffing. To wrap up the course, discover how to use eye pins to create a bead.
What is this course's project?
Create a collection of three or four statement earrings.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is for DIY lovers and fashion enthusiasts who want to create their own accessories.
Requirements and materials
No previous experience is necessary.
Materials include: polymer clay, cutters, a rolling pin, a tissue blade, an oven, jewelry pliers, jewelry findings (like hooks and earring backs), a rotary sanding tool, a drill, superglue, and other items that Lauren explains in the second unit.
Reviews
- 2 months ago
Très satisfaite de ce cours. Simple et facile à mettre en place. Merci beaucoup j’ai appris beaucoup de choses
- 6 months ago
me a gustado mucho y la verdad es muy bueno un curso que digo que lo haga mas persona yo digo el 100% de bueno
- 1 year ago
Bright and informative course!
- 1 year ago
Excelente curso, me ha encantado .!
- 2 years ago
Me ha servido un montón, ya conocía un poco del tema pero siempre es bueno seguir aprendiendo
Within her craft, she focuses on sustainability and longevity,so the jewelry she creates will be here to stay. Her earring designs are inspired by nature, such as the intricate details of an agate slice, delicate hues and patterns found in botany.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- About Me
- Influences
- U2
Introduction to the Fundamentals
- Tools and Materials
- Best Practice and Safety
- Marbling Techniques 1
- Marbling Techniques 2
- Marbling Techniques 3
- Shapes and Earring Physics
- Inspiration
- U3
Creating the Earrings
- Making the Slab
- Baking, Curing, and Stress Testing
- Finishing: Drilling and Sanding
- Assembly
- U4
Styling and Further Development
- Buffing: A Deep Dive
- Making Beads and Charms
- Styling
- FP
Final project
- Polymer Clay Earrings: Make Marbled Accessories
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FAQs
Yes, this course is designed for beginners and covers all the basics of creating polymer clay jewelry, including tools, techniques, and safety tips.
You’ll need polymer clay, cutters, a pasta roller or rolling pin, baking trays, earring findings, pliers, sandpaper, and adhesives. The course provides a full materials list and recommendations for brands like Fimo and Cernit.
You’ll learn to design, create, and finish polymer clay earrings, master marbling and color mixing techniques, and gain skills in sanding, buffing, and assembling professional-quality jewelry.
Yes, the course includes guidance on selling your handmade jewelry through personal websites and online platforms, covering branding, pricing, and customer experience.
The course provides step-by-step tutorials on polymer clay color mixing, pigment blending, and marbling techniques, including agate and rose gold mica effects.
You’ll learn how to condition clay using rolling and folding methods, how to use a pasta machine, and tips for avoiding air bubbles and fingerprints.
The course teaches techniques for using clay cutters, creating negative space shapes, and precisely cutting and compressing clay for various earring forms.