Polymer clay is extremely versatile and easy to work with for kids and experienced crafters. There are endless ways to use polymer clay to make crafts, gifts or products to sell. In this chapter, we've compiled a comprehensive list of polymer clay project ideas for all ages and skill levels.
30 Project Ideas With Polymer Clay
Check out these polymer clay project ideas with tools, materials and instructions to inspire your next creation.
Fun Polymer Clay Projects
You'll have a blast making these fun projects with polymer clay:
1. Kawaii Floral Turtle
What's more fun than a smiling turtle with a shell made of flowers? This project uses beginner clay techniques like shaping and connecting polymer clay. All you need to create a friendly floral turtle is:
- Knife or multipurpose tool
- Small paintbrush
- Sculpey III® White 2 oz
- Sculpey III® Black 2 oz
- Sculpey III® Blue 2 oz
- Sculpey III® Yellow 2 oz
- Sculpey III® Red 2 oz
- Sculpey® Gloss Glaze 1 oz
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own kawaii floral turtle.
2. Happy Little Donut
Create an adorable little donut that looks good enough to eat! This project is super quick and fun for kids with basic shaping skills. Here's what you need to create a mini donut:
- Ball ended tool
- Sculpey Bake Shop® White 2 oz
- Sculpey Bake Shop® Yellow 2 oz
- Sculpey Bake Shop® Pink 2 oz
- Sculpey Bake Shop® Brown 2 oz
- Sculpey Bake Shop® Black 2 oz
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own happy little donut.
3. Cute Green Monster
You can build a silly clay monster in less than one hour. This kid-friendly project requires slightly more advanced molding and construction skills. You'll need the following tools and materials:
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Tool Starter Set
- Scissors
- Blunt point tool
- Sculpey III® Spring Green 2 oz
- Sculpey III® Leaf Green 2 oz
- Sculpey III® Glow In The Dark 2 oz
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own cute green monster.
4. Custom Croc Charms
Personalize your Croc shoes with homemade polyform clay charms! You can make your custom charms as simple or advanced as you want. Here's what you need to get started:
- Blank buttons for crocs
- Silicone ice cube or candy-making trays
- Silicone glue or instant drying glue
- Sculpey Bake Shop® in the colors of your choice
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own custom croc charms.
5. Avocado Toast Earrings
If you love avocado toast, you'll love these avocado toast earrings even more! This craft is great for older kids and adults with more advanced crafting skills. Here's what you need to make these cute mismatched earrings:
- Old toothbrush
- Sculpey Tools™ 8-Inch Acrylic Clay Roller
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Tool Starter Set
- Gold-toned or silver-toned eye pins
- Gold-toned or silver-toned ear wires
- Sculpey Bake Shop® Multipack 13 pc
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own avocado toast earrings.
Simple Polymer Clay Projects
These polymer clay projects for beginners are quick and easy to make with only a few tools and materials:
1. Bubble Candle Holder
Making a bubble candle holder is extremely easy and only requires a few materials. You can use any combination of colors you like to match your decor. Here's what you'll need for this project:
- Oven-Bake Clay Adhesive 2 oz
- Small LED candle
- Sculpey III® in the colors of your choice
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own bubble candle holder.
2. Colorful Bead Keychain
A colorful bead keychain is simple to create and makes a great gift. You can make the beads in any color to match your purse or favorite sports team. To get started, you'll need:
- Toothpicks
- Aluminum foil
- String or fishing line
- Keyring
- Sculpey Bake Shop® in the colors of your choice
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own colorful bead keychain.
3. Chunky Ring Set
Create a custom set of chunky rings in less than one hour. Anyone can make this craft with only a few supplies. Here's what you'll need to make three rings:
- Metal circle cutter that fits around your finger
- Cellophane tape
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Tool Starter Set
- Sculpey Premo™ or Sculpey Soufflé™ in the colors of your choice
- Heat set crystals in the color of your choice (optional)
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own chunky ring set.
4. Sparkly Striped Bracelet
This simple bracelet will look fabulous wrapped around your wrist! You can make one to match every outfit. Here's what you'll need to make a stylish striped cuff:
- Metal or glass bottle that is the width of your wrist
- Sculpey Tools™ 8-Inch Acrylic Clay Roller
- Sculpey Premo™ in the colors of your choice
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own sparkly striped bracelet.
5. Kitten Window Cling
Kitten window clings are the purrfect craft for kids. This craft is extremely quick and easy to make with a few supplies. You'll need the following materials to get started:
- Glass plate
- Sculpey Bake Shop® Modeling Tools 4 pc
- Liquid Sculpey® Multipack - Primary
- Liquid Sculpey® White 1 oz
- Liquid Sculpey® Black 1 oz
- Printed kitten image (optional)
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own kitten window cling.
Useful Polymer Clay Projects
Useful polymer clay projects make excellent gifts. Here are some polymer clay projects you can use:
1. Round Candle Votive
Creating a round candle votive is a simple and affordable way to customize your tablescape. This project is quick and easy for people of all ages and skill levels. Here's what you'll need:
- Paper towels
- Silicone tea light mold
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Tool Starter Set
- Sculpey Tools™ Dual End Detail Tools
- Liquid Sculpey® 1 oz in the color of your choice
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own round candle votive.
2. Tropical Trinket Tray
Trinket trays always come in handy for catching keys and jewelry. You can simplify this project as much as you want to accommodate crafters of different skill levels. Here's what you'll need to make a beautiful two-toned tray:
- Sculpey Tools™ 8-Inch Acrylic Clay Roller
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Conditioning Machine
- Sculpey Tools™ Etch 'n Pearl
- Sculpey Souffle™ Racing Green 1.7 oz
- Sculpey Soufflé™ Guava 1.7 oz
- Sculpey® Gloss Glaze 1 oz
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own tropical trinket tray.
3. Pressed Flower Dish
A pressed flower jewelry dish is beautiful and functional. This project looks like it took a lot of time and effort, but it's pretty simple to make. You need the following tools and materials for this craft:
- Pressed flowers in the color of your choice
- Tweezers
- Gold paint or mica powder (optional)
- Paintbrush
- Sculpey Tools™ 8-Inch Acrylic Clay Roller
- Sculpey Tools™ Dual End Detail Tools
- Sculpey Soufflé™ Latte 7 oz
- Sculpey® Satin Glaze 1 oz
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own pressed flower dish.
4. Rustic Southwestern Planter
Make this rustic bowl to give your home a touch of southwestern flair. The larger scale of this project requires intermediate to advanced skills. You will need:
- Sculpey Tools™ 8-Inch Acrylic Clay Roller
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Conditioning Machine
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Blades
- Sculpey Premo™ Terra Cotta 2 oz
- Sculpey Soufflé™ Cabernet 1.7 oz
- Sculpey Premo™ Turquoise Granite 2 oz
- Faux plant or air plant (optional)
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own rustic southwestern planter.
5. Marbled Wall Vase
A marbled wall vase with a faux plant will add style and sophistication to your space. This project is for experienced crafters with more advanced skills. The supplies you need to create this project include:
- Gold leaf flakes
- Ceramic geometric planter
- Sculpey Tools™ 8-Inch Acrylic Clay Roller
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Conditioning Machine
- Sculpey Soufflé™ Citron 1.7 oz
- Sculpey Premo™ White 2 oz
- Sculpey Premo™ Black 2 oz
- Liquid Sculpey® Translucent
- Gloss varnish (optional)
- Faux plant or air plant (optional)
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own marbled wall vase.
Festive Polymer Clay Projects
Try these festive polymer clay projects during the holiday season:
1. Easter Bunny Head
This adorable bunny is the perfect Easter craft for children. This quick and easy project takes only 45 minutes. Here are the supplies you'll need:
- Black permanent marker
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Tool Starter Set
- Sculpey III® Berry 2 oz
- Sculpey III® Peach 2 oz
- Sculpey III® Violet 2 oz
- Sculpey III® Lemonade 2 oz
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own easter bunny head.
2. Silly Halloween Gnome
What's more festive than a glow-in-the-dark Halloween gnome? These gnomes are so cute and simple to make. All you need for this spooky project is:
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Tool Starter Set
- Sculpey III® Black Glitter 2 oz
- Sculpey III® Beige 2 oz
- Sculpey III® Purple 2 oz
- Sculpey III® Glow In The Dark 2 oz
- Sculpey® III Just Orange 2 oz
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own silly Halloween gnome.
3. Hot Chocolate Ornament
This endearing ornament is the perfect project for art students to make before winter break. You or your child can hang it on the tree for years to come. Here's what you'll need:
- Sculpey Tools™ Mini Metal Cutters: Geometric, 12 pc
- Sculpey Tools™ 8-Inch Acrylic Clay Roller
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Blades
- Sculpey Tools™ 5-in-1 Clay Tool
- Super Sculpey Ultralight
- Sculpey III® Black 2 oz
- Sculpey III® Yellow 2 oz
- Sculpey® III 2 oz Emerald
- Sculpey III® Red Hot Red 2 oz
- Sculpey III® Ballerina 2 oz
- Sculpey® III Just Orange 2 oz
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own hot chocolate ornament.
4. Festive Snow Globe
A homemade snow globe is a beautiful and fun way to celebrate the winter season. You can make this craft as simple or complicated as you want. To make this jolly craft, you'll need:
- Mason jar with lid
- Faux snow or glitter flakes
- Super glue
- Scissors
- Toothpick
- Acrylic paint
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Tool Starter Set
- Sculpey III® 30 Color Sampler
- Sculpey® Gloss Glaze 1 oz
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own festive snow globe.
5. Cheerful Holiday Gnome
This cheerful red and green gnome is simply too cute. Anyone can make this adorable decoration for the holidays! All you need for this project is:
- White, black, red, green and flesh color acrylic paints
- Paintbrush
- Sculpey Tools™ 5-in-1 Clay Tool
- Original Sculpey® 1.75 lb White
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own cheerful holiday gnome.
Wearable Polymer Clay Projects
Wearable polymer clay projects make great merchandise for small businesses. Try these polymer clay crafts that you can wear:
1. Glass Chip Necklace
This jewelry-making project is easy enough for beginners, and the stunning glass chip pendant looks like it came from a department store. Making this necklace requires the following tools and materials:
- Multicolored glass chips
- Paper towels
- Glass baking surface
- Gold deep teardrop-shaped bezel
- 6 mm Gold tone jump ring
- 18” Gold chain with clasp
- Flat nose pliers
- Small sharp scissors
- Liquid Sculpey® Clear 2 oz
- Liquid Sculpey® Fuchsia 1 oz
- Heat gun (optional)
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own glass chip necklace.
2. Cinnamon Knotted Earrings
You can make these cinnamon-knotted earrings with very few tools and supplies. Although this project is simple, it requires some practice and skill to tie the knot without ripping the clay. All you need to make these timeless earrings is:
- Clay Extruder
- Two 7 mm jump rings
- Two ear wires
- Baking tray
- Silicone mat or clean cardboard
- Sculpey Soufflé™ Cinnamon 1.7 oz
Follow the instructions in this guide to create your own cinnamon-knotted earrings.
3. Eiffel Tower Earrings
Show your love of Paris with these dangling Eiffel Tower earrings. This project requires intermediate skills in cutting, shaping, connecting and detailing. You need the following supplies to make these earrings:
- Instant glue
- Sculpey Tools™ 8-Inch Acrylic Clay Roller
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Tool Starter Set
- Sculpey Tools™ Dual End Detail Tools
- Sculpey Soufflé™ Igloo 1.7 oz
- Sculpey Soufflé™ Latte 1.7 oz
- Sculpey Soufflé™ Robin's Egg 1.7 oz
- Sculpey Soufflé™ Guava 1.7 oz
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own Eiffel Tower earrings.
4. Spring Terrazzo Earrings
These trendy terrazzo earrings are the perfect accessory for spring. Anyone with experience making jewelry can do this project. Here's what you need to make these beautiful earrings:
- Four 8mm silver jump rings
- Two silver earring posts and backs
- Dangle drop earring cutters
- Super glue
- Cornstarch
- Needle nose pliers
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Tool Starter Set
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Conditioning Machine
- Sculpey Soufflé™ Citron 1.7 oz
- Sculpey Premo™ Light Pink 2 oz
- Sculpey Premo™ White 2 oz
- Sculpey Premo™ Gray Granite 2 oz
- Sculpey Premo™ Copper 2 oz
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own spring terrazzo earrings.
5. Sunglasses Jacket Pin
Create an adorable sunglasses pin for your favorite jacket or backpack. This project is really quick, fun and kid-friendly. You can swap out the colors to match your aesthetic. To make a sunglasses pin, you'll need:
- Paintbrush
- 2” Pin bar
- Silicone or instant dry glue
- Sculpey Tools™ 8-Inch Acrylic Clay Roller
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Blades
- Sculpey Tools™ Mini Metal Cutters: Geometric, 12 pc
- Sculpey III® Candy Pink 2 oz
- Sculpey III® Spring Lilac 2 oz
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own sunglasses jacket pin.
Advanced Polymer Clay Projects
Here are some complicated polymer clay projects for advanced crafters:
1. Checkers Board Game
Make your own one-of-a-kind checkers board game at home with polyform clay! With 24 pawns and an ornate game board, this project is intended for experienced crafters.
Here's what you need to make your own game of checkers:
- Cardboard
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Conditioning Machine
- Super Glue or hot glue gun
- Sanding Drill or X-acto knife
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Blades
- Sculpey Tools™ Graduated Cutters: Circle, 6 pc
- Sculpey Tools™ Cutters: Square, 6 pc
- Sculpey Premo™ Blush 2 oz
- Sculpey Premo™ Purple 2 oz
- Sculpey Premo™ Ultramarine Blue Hue 2 oz
- Sculpey Premo™ Purple Pearl 2 oz
- Sculpey Premo™ Pearl 2 oz
- Sculpey Premo™ Translucent 2 oz
- Sculpey Soufflé™ Igloo 1.7 oz
- Sculpey Soufflé™ Royalty 1.7 oz
- Sculpey Soufflé™ Guava 1.7 oz
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own checkers board game.
2. Orchid Trinket Box
This gorgeous trinket box would make the perfect gift for Mother's Day. This project is suited for advanced crafters who have experience mixing, cutting and texturizing clay. You'll need the following tools and supplies for this project:
- Wooden trinket box (woodpile 3”)
- Wide-tooth comb
- Super Glue
- Clay Knife
- Paintbrush
- Tape measure
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Conditioning Machine
- Sculpey Tools™ Graduated Cutters: Tear Drop, 6 pc
- Sculpey Soufflé™ Wild Orchid 1.7 oz
- Sculpey Soufflé™ Igloo 1.7 oz
- Sculpey Soufflé™ Royalty 1.7 oz
- Acrylic paint and paintbrush (optional)
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own orchid trinket box.
3. Footed Planter Box
Transform an old spice box into an ornate planter. This design requires several layers of clay in different shapes with intricate detailing. To make this planter, you'll need the following:
- Small metal spice box
- Flat nose pliers
- Hammer
- Heavy-duty needle tool or small nail
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Conditioning Machine
- Sculpey Tools™ Mini Metal Cutters: Geometric, 12 pc
- Sculpey Tools™ 8-Inch Acrylic Clay Roller
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Blades
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Tool Starter Set
- Sculpey Tools™ Dual End Detail Tools
- Sculpey Premo™ Berry Pearl 2 oz
- Sculpey Soufflé™ Midnight Blue 1.7 oz
- Sculpey Premo™ Ecru 2 oz
- Sculpey Soufflé™ Royalty 1.7 oz
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own footed planter box.
4. Elegant Butterfly Mobile
This butterfly mobile is a beautiful accent to any playroom, kid's bedroom or nursery. Creating the delicate butterflies and stringing them onto the mobile requires an intermediate to advanced level of skill. You can make your own butterfly mobile with these supplies:
- 4.25” Circle cookie cutter
- 5.25” Circle cookie cutter
- Butterfly shaped cutters
- Four 3” x 5” index cards
- Fishing line
- Coordinating ribbon
- Scissors
- Ruler
- Sculpey Tools™ 8-Inch Acrylic Clay Roller
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Tool Starter Set
- Sculpey Tools™ Dual End Detail Tools
- Sculpey III® Berry 2 oz
- Sculpey III® White 2 oz
- Sculpey III® Princess Pearl 2 oz
- Sculpey III® Candy Pink 2 oz
- Sculpey III® Ballerina 2 oz
- Sculpey Premo™ Gold 2 oz
- Super Sculpey Ultralight
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own elegant butterfly mobile.
5. Trendy Waterless Vase
Create this trendy vase for your desk or shelf to add a touch of modern elegance. You can use it to display a small bouquet of dried flowers. Here's what you'll need for this craft:
- 4” X 3” Rectangle Cutter
- Sculpey Tools™ Graduated Cutters: Circle, 6 pc
- Sculpey Tools™ 8-Inch Acrylic Clay Roller
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Blades
- Sculpey Tools™ Clay Tool Starter Set
- Sculpey Tools™ Dual End Detail Tools
- Original Sculpey® 1lb White
- Sculpey III® Black Glitter 2 oz
- Sculpey III® Jewelry Gold 2 oz
Follow the instructions in this project guide to create your own trendy waterless vase.
Start Your Next Polymer Clay Project With Sculpey
Making things out of polymer clay is a fun way to express your creativity and could even become a profitable business if you choose to sell your work. You can start with simple crafts and work your way up to more advanced projects. Stock up on the supplies to make your favorite projects from this list today! Or you can check out our “How-To” page for even more polymer clay ideas.
