I’m so excited for this new post series based on everything
monogrammed!! And I mean EVERYTHING. I’ve been hooked on monograms ever since I
found out what they were. The list of things monogrammed in my house is just to
many to read (or even make for that matter) While I don't mind buying or having
someone else make a monogram for me, sometimes it’s nice to make one myself or
as a gift. It just makes a gift more personal and gives me a sense of
accomplishment :) Lately, I’ve gotten back into doing polymer clay and I
figured out a way to make your own clay monograms!! Between cursive and circle
monograms you can make these for luggage tags, key chains, earrings, necklaces,
etc.
Supplies
- Polymer clay-colors of your choice (at least two)
- X-acto knife or blade
- Monogram (mirror image)
- Roller (or a marker)
- Pencil
First, you'll need to
print or draw a monogram. Whether it’s a circle or cursive monogram, they both
look great! IMPORTANT: make sure your monogram is a mirror image!! (If it’s
not your monogram will come out backwards, not good)
After
you've got your monogram (If you printed it you'll want to go over the ink with
pencil) choose your color of clay and roll it out to your preferred thickness,
make sure there aren't any air bubbles (If you do find an air bubble just take
your knife and make a small slit in it, then smooth out the clay) Now take your
monogram and press the ink side into the clay, so that the side without ink or
lead is facing up. Take a roller (or marker) and roll over the paper to make
sure the lead sticks to the clay. Lift the paper and now you should see the
outline of your monogram on the clay.
Take your other color of clay and roll it into a "snake"
Now take your snake and cover up your lead marks with it, following the
outline.
After
you've completed outlining your monogram with the clay, go back with your
roller and lightly roll over the entire monogram to make sure the two colors of
clay have bonded. Bake your masterpiece according the package directions and
VIOLA!!
Until next time....
xox,
Maggie Jane
