Digging A Little Deeper...

What would you like to do if not working in your current job? I love my current job (public relations for a large health services company) but it would be awesome to work at home, doing my clay art full time.

What three people would you like to have dinner with (Living or deceased)? Helen Keller, Anne Frank, Mother Teresa

Last book read? Art and Fear by David Bayles & Ted Orland

What is your biggest indulgence? Ice cream

What is your favorite curse word? crap

What is the one item you cannot live without? My silver and turquoise ring

What inspires you? The beauty of nature

Pajamas or street clothes? Pajamas

This whimsical face pendant reminds me of Paula Best and her artwork. Wouldn't it make a great icebreaker?

About ArtsyClay

Name: Artsy Clay Imaginative Jewelry & Gifts

Website: ArtsyClay.etsy.com

A little bit about yourself/your company: I have always loved arts and crafts and have tried many different types of mediums. I began working with polymer clay in 1997 and have never gotten tired of it. I am intrigued with the endless possibilities of layers, shapes, colors and embellishments.

Type of product(s) you sell: polymer clay jewelry, magnets & ornaments

How did you become interested in the items you sell: My friend's 6-year-old daughter was wearing the most beautiful necklace one day with big, bold-patterned, colorful beads. I asked her where she got it and she said she made it at school. Her mom told me it was called polymer clay and told me where I could buy some with an instruction book. I made almost everything in the book and went on from there.

What makes your items/designs unique: They come from my imagination and my brain is always at work, thinking up new ideas.

I think this Sunflower Pin is great. I love the detail and the individual petals. So very pretty.

Artsy Clay

Artsy Clay has clever and unique polymer clay creations. Most of her items have a whimsical slant to them. She's currently featuring several Valentine's-themed pendants, pins, and brooches.

I'm partial to this one. Purple, sparkly, and swirls? YES PLEASE!!!