DIY Embroidered Polymer Clay Earrings, a Tutorial

Can you embroider polymer clay? - Oh yes you can, and it is quick and simple to do. In this easy step by step tutorial, I show how to add thread and beads to polymer clay. With tips throughout, all you need to do is sit back, relax, and watch as the process unfolds.
Here is the link to Conditioning Polymer Clay - • Conditioning Polymer C...
Here is the link to creating Skinner Blends - • Basic Skinner Blend Tu...
Here is the link to Mimi Codd’s PDF for an embroidered collar - mimicodd.com/2014/10/tutorial...
I use size 11 seed beads and embroidery thread.
The small round cutters can either be bought in a set specifically used for polymer clay from many shops on Etsy, (I originally got mine from MyMandarinDucky on Etsy - www.etsy.com/uk/listing/21137... ) or somewhere like PCUK Tools - www.pcuktools.com/?msclkid=a1... but I have also bought them direct off eBay, where you can search under ‘Cord Pin End Crimp Terminal Wire Copper Connectors’, to find similar cutters, but you will get a huge amount all the same sizes.
Ginger Davis Allman’s website, The Blue Bottle Tree is here - thebluebottletree.com/?msclki... and her video about baking thin polymer clay is here - www.bing.com/videos/search?q=...
If you like my work, then please do have a look at my website, www.fionaabel-smith.co.uk/ and follow me on Facebook / fiona.abelsmith and Instagram. / fionaabelsmith.artist
I also have a number of Polymer Clay Tutorials to buy, both in my Etsy shop, PolyOriginals - www.etsy.com/uk/shop/PolyOrig... where I have more tutorials in a PDF format, and as a video tutorial here - polyoriginals.thinkific.com/co...
The music from the video is English Country Garden by Aaron Kenny and is available from the KZbin Free Audio Library.
Thank you so much for watching.

[@Mairi..]

How beautiful!🌷😊 Never ever saw anyone embroider on polymer clay!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much :)

[@sarahbrown9156]

I was number 500... I'm so excited to watch this tutorial... they look fun and beautiful work.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much, have fun with it :)

[@catherineluttermoser5818]

I am so excited to watch this one! I bead Embroider polymer clay flower often. It gives a unique look to my flowers. And I think an extra touch of elegance and whimsy. These look lovely. Now time to watch and be inspired. Have a wonderful day!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

That sounds wonderful Catherine, I hope you enjoy the video :)

[@elnacowley4889]

Thank you for this tutorial. I luv both embroidery and polymer clay.....cant wait to make "stuff" with this technique

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

I am so pleased you like them, thanks so much :)

[@lanakeskisaari8409]

wow!!!! the ideas are endless!!! And your voice is very soothing

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much Lana :)

[@deboraharner1828]

So simply and elegant. I really love these.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much :)

[@davidmarsh959]

your work is truly amazing without a doubt. I have never seen anything quite so beautiful thank you for sharing your craft wit us thanks Debbie 😀😀💗💗💗💗😀😀

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you so much Debbie :)

[@ruthtrefethen4171]

What a GREAT TUTORIAL!!!! I have often wished that (especially) measurements were included in each lesson. You went above and beyond that by explaining (and including substitutes) each step of the way. On top of that, you showed us some earrings that are versatile (in that you showed numerous color options) and beautiful! Thank you so much for all of this! 👍😊♥️🧡💛💚💙💜

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you so much Ruth, I am so glad you enjoyed it :)

[@Dodo-yq2ew]

Fantastic such a good idea, I think I am going to try it with copper or silver wire.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Oooh that sound great :) Thanks Dodo :)

[@catherineluttermoser5818]

Oh I just loved this one! What a wonderful idea! Very different than what I have been doing. I can not wait to incorporate this into a project. Such a great idea! Thank you!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much :)

[@MyBubbleX]

This is a amazing mixed media project thank you for the inspiration. I can't wait to try something similar to this.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you so much :)

[@karinz5]

So creative and original, I love them! 😍Great idea! Thank you for sharing Fiona💐

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you very much Karin :)

[@ayayoya5503]

I love you sooo much and I have been watching you for years .. I love your creativity and great talent and of course your relaxing voice while explaining 😍🥰😘💜💐 Your fan from Aswan, Egypt 🇪🇬

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you so much Aya :)

[@elenamalceva7169]

Фиона, большое спасибо за замечательный мастер класс 💓💓💓Вы дарите нам вдохновение!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Большое спасибо :)

[@michaelchattaway1316]

Love your work Fiona.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you very much Michael :)

[@joyceparkes2678]

I will have to attempt. Nice use of your creative juices Fiona 🧡🙏🏽

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much Joyce :)

[@karenthomas2302]

Not a fan of embroidery, but I do bead, as well as crochet and sew. lol this is ingenious, your talent just grew. lol ❤it. Tfs hugs

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much Karen :)

[@samanthalevine1108]

Thank you for another fantastic tutorial!! These are beautiful!!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much Samantha :)

[@ExkupidsMom]

Delightful. I can see needing some sort of a grid to do the cross stitch. If you know of a good tutorial to link to, that would be lovely, since it isn't your thing. It's not really my thing either, but maybe it will be in future!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much - I have put a link to Mimi Codd's PDF tutorial, which includes a grid, in the video description below the actual video - click on the SHOW MORE to see the link :)

[@Starrskreem3591]

I am in no way shape or form saying you are boring but I was falling asleep as your voice is so relaxing! You should get into asmr or title your videos with ASMR in them.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Oh I know, I have been told that so many times now, and some people are actually using them to help them to sleep ;) I often add asmr as a tag, but feel a bit weird about adding it into the title ;) in case people then don't like the fact it is a step by step tutorial? I am very happy if my voice helps people to relax, and I am flattered that people seem to like it. Thanks so much for your comment :)

[@Starrskreem3591]

@@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals good! Just making sure you aren't being missed out on 😅 but seriously, thank you for work. I really appreciate it.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

@@Starrskreem3591 Thank you :)

[@lindabell4892]

This is a wonderful idea! Thanks for sharing. I found this channel by accident and gave it a thumbs up and subscribed.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much LInda :)

[@melissaphillis7247]

Cutest things ever!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks very much :)

[@barbaragibson4179]

Beautiful Fiona!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you very much :)

[@cherriaydelotte8327]

I’m so going to make these!!! They’re absolutely beautiful!!! And you are an excellent tutorial teacher 🤗😁😉👍

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you very much Cherri :)

[@sreepillaizzz]

It's beautiful! Thanks for the video 🙏🏻

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much :)

[@mamawib]

I love this! Your work is always beautiful 💗

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you very much :)

[@adayazzie5299]

Beautiful, thank you for sharing.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you very much :)

[@tinabarnard-hill2674]

Well who know you could do that what a fantastic idea thank you for sharing xXx

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much Tina :)

[@judiedmundson2736]

Very neat idea..so cool, love them. 👍💕

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much Judi :)

[@marystribling3104]

Very pretty and great video!! Can't wait to try it 😋

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much :)

[@kimberlylee3593]

Stunning!!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you very much :)

[@traceyowen6136]

Thank you so much againFiona, they are beautiful 💜💜

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thank you very much :)

[@cherryshrimp2359]

As a huge purple fan, those are gorgeous. I've never seen this technique before, but ill definitely give it a try. I'm not good at sewing or embroidery, but I think this is a great way to have something pretty unique which looks like you spent ages creating it.💜

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

You don't need to be good at sewing for this one, just have fun with it :) Thank you Cherry :)

[@cherryshrimp2359]

@@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals Yw. I'll definitely be trying this one out.💜

[@leonanelson2444]

Beautiful, thank you

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks very much Leona :)

[@rebeccafionacornel6558]

loved it a ton

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much Rebecca :)

[@gabrielleschmidt1435]

These are really lovely 😍. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much Gabrielle :)

[@anitamitchell3452]

I was thinking ribbon embroidery would work well also. Nice work, new sub.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Oooh yes, that would look fab, thanks so much :)

[@sandrastorey3586]

so beautiful

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much Sandra :)

[@marywoods6329]

Thank you so much what a awesome idea

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much Mary :)

[@alesiahowington5507]

Thank you for the video!!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks Alesia :)

[@camcdanielmcdaniel6562]

Love it

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much :)

[@lisamclaughlin2865]

I have watched almost all of your KZbin videos. I learn so much from you and I actually tried the complex horse cane. These using cheap polymer clay before I go onto using Fimo or other branded ones. I don’t know how to send pictures or how to use KZbin for it so I sent you a message and a picture via Facebook.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much Lisa, I have just found your comment and photo and respoded :) beautiful cane you made :)

[@SuperRocketdog1]

Oh can't wait to try this! Great video.😍🐶👍🏻👍🏻🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Thanks so much, have fun :)

[@davidmarsh959]

I have a question, can someone who has never done anything like this ever but I am good with my hands have a go and produce something like you have done? MANY THANKS I have subscribed etc thanks again you are truly brilliant 💓

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

Yes absolutley you can do it :) This is a nice easy technique, some of my tutorials take a bit more practice, but as with any new craft, don't expect miracles first time, be gentle with yourself, just relax into it and enjoy the process and have some fun :)

[@loreyao1515]

Very nice! I use a cut up tee shirt on a backing tray. Is that ok instead of the card on a tile? it’s simply what I have handy.

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

I have never tried a tee shirt, so honestly have no idea ;) If the tee shirt is a cotton or natural fibre one, it should bake okay - I would try it first and stay very close to the oven to be able to remove it at the first sign of problems. If there are any manmade fibres in there, they can burn at low temperatures, which is why I am a little hesitant. I have baked cotton and natural fibres though at these temperatures with no problem. So hopefully it is a really good solution to not having card and a tile to hand :)

[@assuntasarnataro8052]

molto belli che materiale è?

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

È argilla polimerica e filo da ricamo. Dovresti essere in grado di ottenere i sottotitoli in italiano :)

[@assuntasarnataro8052]

@@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals provo a mettere la traduzione ma non esce :(

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

@@assuntasarnataro8052 La maggior parte dei miei tutorial, incluso questo, può avere sottotitoli in altre lingue per tutto ciò che dico. Fai clic sul pulsante "impostazioni" nella parte inferiore del video di KZbin, (piccolo ingranaggio rotondo), quindi fai clic su "sottotitoli", fai clic su "generato automaticamente inglese", quindi scegli l'opzione "traduzione automatica" e scegli la tua lingua. È quindi possibile ottenere l'intero video in sottotitoli tradotti :)

[@Redmi-om5wy]

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

I have no idea if that's good or bad, but thanks for adding a comment ;)

[@Redmi-om5wy]

Я просто восхищена вашим творчеством!!! Нет слов только восхищение!!!!

[@FionaAbelSmithPolyOriginals]

@@Redmi-om5wy О, вау, большое спасибо :)