DIY Clay Monogram

     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