Monday, February 22, 2010

Shades of Green Polymer Ring




I showed you this ring a few weeks ago after I broke the pearl that was supposed to go into the large setting. I was bummed at the time and couldn't figure out what to make to fit the odd shape. I found that it is much harder to make something to fit into a setting than to make a setting to fit around a pre-made object! I tried cutting a piece of wood to fit in, and that didn't work (I hope to incorporate some wood into my designs soon). I have made some pieces with polymer clay, but only my textured pieces where I push the clay through holes in metal. So last night I played around with some polymer. I have been frustrated by this medium in the past, but am really excited by what I came up with. I also made these pieces and hope to incorporate them into some jewelry soon. I love the texture that the lines of clay create, and of course I love playing around with color, so I am really enjoying these.



10 comments:

Valerie A. Heck Esmont said...

I really like how you have the different colors and they are seperate. They also create a nice texture.

Connie Akers said...

Cool idea. Of course, I'm not surprised you'd find something new.

Gretchen Schermerhorn said...

Ash,
I love this ring! Is it for sale?

Ashley said...

Thanks for the feedback you guys! I was happy with this new idea and it always feels good to have positive feedback.

Gretchen, it is definitely for sale. I'll email you. xo

DivaDea said...

Gotta love the clay! Awesome work!

andrea said...

I love the color in these!

ArtAfterDark said...

Gorgeous idea! Love the textures together...clay, metal and stone. Looking forward to seeing more!

Lena said...

Ah, so nice!

Ashley said...

Thanks everybody!

clairesommersbuck said...

this is a wonderful idea and design ashley! i'll be visiting your blog more often now that i know it....take care and keep up the beautiful work!