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Pressed fjower jewelry dishes
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Handmade Pressed Flower Jewelry Dish

Gather a few flowers from your yard, and some craft paint to make your own pressed flower jewelry dish from polymer clay. 
Prep Time30 minutes
Active Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Crafts
Yield: 1 Jewelry Dish
Author: Patti Estep
Cost: $10-$15

Materials

  • Polymer clay
  • Flowers and leaves from the garden
  • Oven safe bowl
  • Rolling pin for clay
  • Craft Paints
  • Varnish

Instructions

  • Gather a few flowers.
  • Rinse them well and let them air dry.
  • Use your hands to knead the clay until it is soft and pliable.
  • Roll out the clay on parchment paper until it is about 1/4 inch thick.
  • Place some of the flowers on and roll it gently into the clay to make an impression.
  • Gently remove the plant material, with a pin if necessary.
  • Trace a circle and cut it out. 
  • Place the clay into a small ovenproof bowl.
  • Bake at 300 degrees for 20-30 minutes. 
  • Once the clay is done baking let it cool.
  • Turn it upside down on some paper towels and tap on the bottom until it comes out.
  • Use some heavy sandpaper to sand off any rough edges. 
  • Use craft paints to color and fill in the impressions to match the real flower.
  • Let dry.
  • Cover with a clear varnish to give the entire piece some shine and protection.
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