My Ladybug Birthday Cake Topper

My little Ladybug from my 'Halloween Kids Collection' has branched out!  She's now a sweet Birthday Cake Topper!!  When a customer, who's having a Ladybug themed birthday party for her daughter, asked if my little ladybug could be customized into a birthday cake topper, she placed the order when I said; "YES, it sure can be customized!"  ANY of my clay creations can be customized!!  Please contact me if you see something in my Etsy Shop that you would like to have customized for someone special in your life.  I would love to work with you to come up with something that is a One-of-a-Kind Cake Topper, Ornament or Keepsake Figurine just for you!  Here's the little Ladybug Birthday Cake Topper: 

 

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(¸.•´ (¸.•` ♥  She's so sweet, holding her big chocolate cupcake with pink frosting and red sprinkles and her shiny pink balloon!  The balloon is tied to her wrist with a little red bow and because it's her first birthday, there's a number one on the balloon.  Her wings and headband are painted with a sparkle glaze and she stands approximately 3 3/4" tall (to the tip of her antennas) and 2" wide.  In the grass, beside her, are two little pink flowers and a cute little ladybug.  

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(¸.•´ (¸.•` ♥  Below are a couple of pictures of my Halloween Ladybug from my Halloween Kids Collection:  (You can also see the listing by clicking HERE.)

 

 

 

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(¸.•´ (¸.•` ♥  Here's another example of a custom order I created... The Wooden Horse, below, is listed in my Etsy Shop (you can see the listing by clicking HERE) ~ And when you scroll further down in this post, you can see the darling First Christmas Ornament I customized, from this listing, for one of my customers.

Polymer Clay Wooden Horse

Polymer Clay First Christmas Wooden Horse Ornament

I really enjoy creating custom orders and would love to create one for you!! :)

Please visit my Etsy Shop at: http://www.etsy.com/shop/trinasclaycreations

While you're there, if you have any questions about a custom order, 

please contact me.  Thank you!!!  

I hope my Clay Creations bring a smile to your face!

 

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(¸.•´ (¸.•` ♥ Thanks so much for visiting today!  Wishing you a great day!  

~Trina

Etsy Finds Friday - Colorful Ceramics

It's *♥*Etsy Finds Friday*♥*

Today I am featuring the 

Whimsical and Colorful

Ceramics Created by: 

natalyasots of

Colorful Ceramics

 

I love the bold colors and the whimsical feel to this amazing ceramic work!!

In the Artist's own Words:

I love making ceramics that are enjoyable to look at and fun, and I hope you like them too.  All of my work is in earthenware clay, both terra cotta and white talc eathenware. The clay gets bisque fired to around 1900 F (cone 05-06), then glaze is applied and the pieces are fired again. All of my work is entirely hand made so even if there are similar pieces, there will be differences.

 

Strawberry Teapot

 Hand-built ceramic teapot designed like a strawberry, measures 14" tall, 11 " wide spout-handle, and 3 " deep. This teapot is functional and is made from white earthenware clay and is carved to bring out beautiful textures. This teapot has been painted with food-safe glazes so you can enjoy some nice warm tea. 

 

 

Jester Bell

Here is a decorative bell shaped as a jester. Dimensions are roughly: 4 1/2" x 4" 

 

 

Deep Yellow Cup with Saucer

This is a handmade and hand carved cup and is colored in yellow. It makes a nice coffee or tea cup, and is very whimsical and decorative. It measures 4 1/4 " x 8" x 3 " and holds 8oz of liquid.  The saucer is colored blue and it measures 4 3/4" x 1"  This cup is food-safe glazed and is fully functional. 

 

 

 Blue Bird with Wired Feathers

This bird is hand built and carved into the shape of a bird.  She is a beautiful piece of artwork and is made to hang upon a wall.  The bird's dimensions are: 10 1/2" x 5".

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(¸.•´ (¸.•` ♥  Click HERE to visit Colorful Ceramics and see more of natalyasots's Wonderful Ceramic Work!  You can also visit her on Flickr, here's the link:  http://www.flickr.com/photos/10418916@N08/ 

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(¸.•´ (¸.•` ♥ Thank you for stopping by for my Etsy Finds Friday post!!  Please stay tuned for next Friday's Find... It could be YOU! :)   Happy Friday!!   

~Trina

My Pirate and Renaissance Wedding Cake Topper

The season for weddings is fast approaching, and I have been very busy creating some fun and exciting new wedding cake toppers!   Earlier this week I introduced my Fireman and Bride Wedding Cake Topper, and today I am introducing my Pirate and Renaissance Wedding Cake Topper.  They are both listed in my Etsy Shop; Trina's Clay Creations ~ as examples of a Cake Toppers that I can customize just for you!  And, of course, no two toppers are ever the same!  Each is lovingly handmade by me, they are made to be one of a kind toppers and keepsakes to be enjoyed for years to come.  :)

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(¸.•´ (¸.•` ♥  The bride is wearing a burgundy dress with a tan lacy floral design and she is holding a single burgundy rose.  There is a matching rose in her hair, placed just below her bun.  The groom is dressed in a pirate outfit, the jacket has a design stamped in and has gold buttons adorning it, and he's wearing a gold ruffled shirt.  His sword and his tankard are hanging from his belt, and there are two gold feathers in his pirate hat.  The topper stands approximately 4" tall on a 3" base.  The base is made to look like sand and I created a burgundy rose and some greenery to decorate the date plaque.  The whole piece was antiqued to bring out the detail and to give it an aged look, like it's from a different era, like it is right from the Renaissance period.  Made entirely from polymer clay, this topper will be a special keepsake for the couple, a reminder of a very special day!  Click HERE to see this topper in my Etsy Shop.

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(¸.•´ (¸.•` ♥  I loved creating this one, it has so much wonderful detail, and as you may already know... The details are my favorite part of creating my clay pieces!  My customer said she will be sending me pictures after the wedding and I can't wait to see them!  I will be sure and post them here on my blog too! :)  

Here's the wonderful feedback she gave me when she received the topper in the mail:  

"I am so happy with my cake topper and have to get pics posted. She did an amazing job and I cannot sing enough praises of her work. Beautiful!! And so quick!! I definitely recommend her. We asked for a pirate cake topper for our wedding. Sent her photos of my dress from the seamstress's website and photos of my fiance in his outfit. She is great in communicating and asking us for input and suggesting ideas. I never imagined how much detail she would put into it!! I absolutely love it and would definitely buy from her again!! You cannot go wrong with a cake topper from Trina!! Amazing talent!!" 

I always put so much love into my creations, paying special attention to every detail, and nothing makes me happier ~ or makes my work more worthwhile ~ than a happy and satisfied customer!!  I thank her, and I thank all of my customers for their purchases and for their wonderful feedback!!  I appreciate each of you so much!  :)

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(¸.•´ (¸.•` ♥ Thank You for visiting today!  I hope you will 'stay tuned' for more of my wedding cake toppers, coming soon!  Wishing you a great day!  ~Trina

Part 48 - The Polymer Clay Artwork of the PCETeam

Welcome to my 48th post featuring the amazing polymer clay artwork created by a few of the members of our PCETeam on Etsy!!  The diversity in creativity and style is wonderful!!  Enjoy, and be sure to check out their Etsy Shops to see more of their wonderful items.

 Lovely with Mindful Thoughts and Curiosities

By: Grey Mornings

Hello and thank you for visiting with me. My name is "Lovely" and I too live in the Greylands among the mindful thoughts.  Mindful Thought: Live the lovely life you've always wanted. Life is short, forgive quickly, kiss slowly, love truly, laugh uncontrollably, and never regret anything that made you smile.

 

Quilted Steampunk Necklace

By: ARTiFAX

This steampunk inspired necklace is handcrafted from polymer clay. It has many details including a tiny key dangling from the pendant, a leather strap made from clay, and polymer clay screws. The chain is a mixture of various chains and elements put together by me to form one lovely and unique necklace with a lobster clasp. The necklace can be adjusted to a shorter length.

Fredrick the Owl Ornament

 By: Whimsical Creations by Melanie

Hoot Hoot ~  Fredrick is made of polymer clay.  He measures 1.5 inches tall.  (If you would prefer a different color combo, don't hesitate to ask... I can make him in pretty much any color you would like)

Polymer Clay Brooch with Recycled Vintage Earring

By: Billi's Paper Batiks

Polymer clay brooch made with a recycled vintage earring as the centerpiece. This is a statement brooch and a piece of wearable art titled, "Springtime Fan". This pin is entirely original and OOAK.  The vintage earring is originally from a pair of quality costume jewelry earrings made in the 1960's. It is a clear 3" Bakelite tear drop shaped finding with iridescent flakes and a large rhinestone in the center bottom. The round cabochon at the top is 18mm and the background of polymer clay can be seen through it.  The brooch has been sanded and buffed to a high gloss finish. There is no paint used, all color is polymer clay. A sturdy pin finding with safety latch has been adhered to and secured with a layer of baked polymer clay. I use Sculpey III and Premo polymer clay.

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(¸.•´ (¸.•` ♥ Thank you for visiting, please stop by again for post number forty-nine in my series, featuring more of our PCETeam members!!  Wishing you a Happy Day!!  

~Trina

My Fireman and Bride Wedding Cake Topper

Introducing my Fireman and Bride Wedding Cake Topper... I created this topper as a custom order for customers who wanted a Fireman and Bride.  The Fireman is wearing his black firefighter coat and hat, and as you can tell by his smile, this is the happiest day of his life!  The bride is wearing a lace A-Line Dress and Veil.  There is a lot of detail in her dress and veil, I used a lace-like rubber stamp with hearts and vines to create the lacy design.  She has long, curly red hair and is holding a bouquet of green daisies.  The topper stands approximately 5" tall on a 3" base.  Several of my Fireman and Bride Wedding Cake Toppers are listed in my Etsy Shop;  Trina's Clay Creations:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/trinasclaycreations as examples of Wedding Cake Toppers I can customize just for you!  

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(¸.•´ (¸.•` ♥  Please Click HERE to see this listing... And you can Click HERE to see the listing for another Bride and Fireman I created ~ where the bride has a different dress, bouquet and wears a hair clip in her hair, (rather than a veil).  

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(¸.•´ (¸.•` ♥ Thanks so much for visiting today!  I hope you enjoyed seeing my Fireman and Bride Cake Topper.  Wishing you a great day!  ~Trina

Etsy Finds Friday - A Twist of Whimsy

It's *♥*Etsy Finds Friday*♥*

Today I am featuring the 

Whimsical and Eclectic

Jewelry Created by: 

Gayle of

A Twist of Whimsy

 

Beautiful Handmade Artisan Metal and Gemstone Jewelry!!

In the Artist's own Words:
You should know that I am crazy about designing and crafting jewelry. When I am not working at my full-time job, traveling, keeping house, or spending time with family and friends, I am in my studio sawing, etching, stamping, soldering and hammering. I would love to spend all day in my studio and I’m hoping that someday…well, you know.

I guess you could say my style is eclectic. I think it’s more whimsical than sophisticated, thus the name “A Twist of Whimsy.” I work mostly with metals creating pendants out of copper, sterling silver and brass. But I love gemstones and glass beads and like to include them in my pieces for color and to dress up an otherwise plain chain.

I was thrilled when a local gallery contacted me recently with an interest in my work. If you’re in the Nashville area, you can find some of my pieces at Laurel Leaf Gallery in Leipers Fork.

 

Layered Sterling Silver Copper Mix Necklace 

Unique sterling silver and copper layered pendant with green and bronze african jade gemstones.  After cutting the pendant shapes, I gently curved them and gave them a torched patina. Dangling from the sterling silver layer is a round african jade gemstone with a hammered tail. Diamond shaped sterling silver Hill Tribe beads and more african jade gemstones along the sterling silver chain add interest. The necklace closes with one of my hand forged sterling silver clasps. All sterling silver and copper has been tumble polished and sealed with Renaissance wax.

 Red Etched Copper Earrings Czech Glass Picasso

Etched copper domed discs dangle from mixed cherry red and brown Czech Picasso faceted glass rondelles. The etched pattern on the handcut discs is an architectural design. They hang from copper earwires. The copper has been oxidized and tumble polished.  Length: 1-3/4" (44.4 mm) from curve of earwire.  Discs measure 5/8" (17.1 mm) in diameter.

 Red Heart Collage Necklace ~ Copper Resin Pendant

The centerpiece of this copper necklace is a red heart collage image sealed in ICE resin and mounted on a copper back cut to look as though the image was torn. The collage was then cold connected to a larger copper back with copper rivets. The pendant hangs from an antique copper chain that features beautiful multi-color fire polished Czech glass beads mostly red and blue with a Picasso finish. Each set of three is separated by a copper heart bead. The necklace fastens with a handmade copper clasp.  All copper has been oxidized to add to the rustic style. Polished and sealed with Renaissance wax.

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(¸.•´ (¸.•` ♥  Click HERE to visit A Twist of Whimsy and see more of Gayle's Beautiful Jewelry!  

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(¸.•´ (¸.•` ♥ Thank you for stopping by for my Etsy Finds Friday post!!  Please stay tuned for next Friday's Find... It could be YOU! :)   Happy Friday!!   

~Trina

Etsy Finds Friday - Seeing Is Believing

It's *♥*Etsy Finds Friday*♥*

Today I am featuring the 

Beautiful Ceramic Creations

by: 

Pamela Petry of

Seeing Is Believing

I just love each piece that Pamela creates, each one is so unique and special!!  I am happy to feature her beautiful and earthy artwork here today!

In the Artist's Own Words:

I grew up in Lower Michigan with the opportunity to spend my summers on my grandparents farm in Kansas. I have always loved being outdoors with all kinds of nature, from the green mossy trees of the Greater Northwest to the flowing wheat fields of the Midwest. This is where my true Love lies! I Graduated with a Graphic Design Degree from Ferris State University in Michigan, a long time ago. But have always kept some form of art close in hand. When I made the move to Washington I took up a Pottery Class and loved it ever since.  Structure has never been my strong suit. I have always loved the free flow of design along with a twist of whimsicality. I'm not saying I will never create something structured. But just at this moment in time I Love being a bit more free with my pieces. Each one is unique, no matter if I am submerging my fingers in Clay, Paint or Fabric. I have a passion for nature and I feel each piece reflect that.

Heart Shaped Dragonfly and Circle Rattle

This One of a Kind Whimsical Heart Rattle is very Unique. It's one of those pieces of art that you just want to touch and can't put down. Once you do pick it up, give it a shake and you will find the precious little hidden treasure. It contains two different designs so you will never feel like it's that same piece.

Free Formed Ceramic Earrings

You got to love these free formed earthenware clay earrings with a daisy design!. Each piece is made from stamps that I have created myself. They are very lightweight and a pair you could wear everyday, this is what I love about these little treasures.

 

Heart Shaped Wall Plaque

This Unique Ceramic Heart Wall Plaque is created with Butterflies and Circles. It is also stamped with the words "the beauty lies within". It can adorn a wall all by itself or as a grouping. You will truly love this piece as soon as you open they package!  This is one of the large heart plaques that is glazed in Turquoise, Golden Yellow and Brown. It's pretty earthy so you will find divots, cracks, scratches and a possible hole, this is how it was intended to be made.

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(¸.•´ (¸.•` ♥  Click HERE to visit Seeing Is Believing and see more of Pamela's Beautiful Earthy Ceramic Artwork!  You can also visit her blog at:   http://seeingisbelievingart.blogspot.com/

   

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(¸.•´ (¸.•` ♥ Thank you for stopping by for my Etsy Finds Friday post!!  Please stay tuned for next Friday's Find... It could be YOU! :)   Happy Friday!!   

~Trina

Treasury Tuesday - Dragonfly Dance

My Dragonfly Box has been featured in this Awesome Treasury curated by Di Dial of Sassy Sparkles!  In thanks for being included in this fun treasury, below I've featured a beautiful Dichroic Fused Necklace by Di Dial of Sassy Sparkles, and hope you'll take a minute to visit her Etsy Shop.  You can also click on each of the featured dragonfly pictures to see more about the artists featured in the treasury.  Enjoy!

Dragonfly Dance

 

   

 

   

Picked by sassyspark

 
 

Fused Dichroic Glass Necklace 

Rainbow Turquoise Blue Tear Drop P246

By: Di Dial of Sassy's Sparkles

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(¸.•´ (¸.•` ♥  Click HERE to visit Sassy's Sparkles and see more of Di's beautiful jewelry!

 

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(¸.•´ (¸.•` ♥ Thanks so much for visiting today!  Wishing you a great day!  

~Trina

Etsy Finds Friday - Moonraker Lampwerks

It's *♥*Etsy Finds Friday*♥*

Today I am featuring the 

Whimsical Flameworked Glass Beads

Created by: 

Melanie of

Moonraker Lampwerks

Melanie has been creating and selling flameworked whimsical glass beads online since 2002.  All of Melanie's beads are made by hand using Italian, German, and American glass rods.  Her whimsical beads are adorable and make me smile!  I am happy to feature her work here today.   Enjoy!

 

 Love Fairy Pink Heart Lampwork Bead

***MADE TO ORDER***

A cute lil fairy done up with a heart on her chest and roses in her hair.  Hand-shaped so each one is unique.

 

 

 Koi Pond Lampwork Set (7)

***MADE TO ORDER***

Wee fishies swimming amongst the lily pads and plants. (Decorated the same on both sides.)

 

 

 Sweet Pea Floral Pair Lampwork Beads

***MADE TO ORDER***

Encased floral pairs (great for earrings!) in 'sweet pea' colors of deep purple, pinks, and lime. 

 

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(¸.•´ (¸.•` ♥  Click HERE to visit Moonraker Lampwerks and see more of Melanie's whimsical Lampwork Beads!  You can also visit her website at:   www.moonrakerbeads.com

   

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(¸.•´ (¸.•` ♥ Thank you for stopping by for my Etsy Finds Friday post!!  Please stay tuned for next Friday's Find... It could be YOU! :)   Happy Friday!!   

~Trina