Faux Agate

I was a bit of a gem hound in the years before I found polymer clay. That was probably one of the prime reasons I was drawn to polymer. I love the tranluscency of semi-precious stones combined with the variety of textures, inclusions and colors. And to then discover a material that can reproduce this in new and infinite ways! Dreams do come true.

This tutorial for agate from Jenny Cox, posted over on Polymer Clay Central is just fantastic – highlighting all those intriguing characteristics of semi-precious stones that draws us to them.

This a very simple and effective technique. My only thing is, why make it look like existing agate? I say take it a step further. Skinner blend the outside rings, add brillant foil inclusions or a few dabs of alcohol ink on the core before wrapping. Nature has done such a wonderful job but with the material we have on hand, why not see where we can take it?

Where might you take it?