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Garden Art Creations: Polymer Clay in the Garden

By Boopaints
August 19, 2011

Polymer clay has been a popular craft for some time, but artisans are taking it out of the house and into the garden for a little added whimsy. Garden stakes, fairy doors, mobiles, and other fun objects are being created out of clay, bringing color and personalization to the outdoors. Meet three inspiring clay artists who have found creative ways to introduce polymer to their own gardens.

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Debbie
Aug 18, 2011 10:06 PM CST
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Name: Debbie
Denham Springs, La. zone 8b (Zone 8b)
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Awesome article Becky.
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Boopaints
Aug 18, 2011 10:10 PM CST
Name: Becky (Boo)
Phoenix, AZ 85022
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Thank you, Debbie! it was fun learning more about polymer. I'd like to try it someday!
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valleylynn
Aug 18, 2011 10:12 PM CST
Name: Lynn
Oregon City, OR (Zone 8b)
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What a fun topic. I love how creative Charleen, Robin and Sally are. Thumbs up
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Boopaints
Aug 18, 2011 10:29 PM CST
Name: Becky (Boo)
Phoenix, AZ 85022
finding joy one day at a time!
Charter ATP Member Forum moderator I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Garden Art Purslane Garden Ideas: Master Level
Region: Southwest Gardening Enjoys or suffers hot summers Region: United States of America Birds Hummingbirder Container Gardener
We have several other polymer artists on Garden Art too. These gals are all inspiring!
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Debbie
Aug 18, 2011 10:50 PM CST
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Name: Debbie
Denham Springs, La. zone 8b (Zone 8b)
Charter ATP Member I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Region: Gulf Coast Region: Louisiana Region: United States of America Lilies
Roses Irises Garden Art Container Gardener Amaryllis Bulbs
Becky, the sub title here says untitled. I wonder why. Did I do that?
And yes, I really want to learn to do the polymer too.
| @Debbie | Post #133690 (5)
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Boopaints
Aug 18, 2011 10:51 PM CST
Name: Becky (Boo)
Phoenix, AZ 85022
finding joy one day at a time!
Charter ATP Member Forum moderator I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Garden Art Purslane Garden Ideas: Master Level
Region: Southwest Gardening Enjoys or suffers hot summers Region: United States of America Birds Hummingbirder Container Gardener
Yes, you forgot to add a title. Ask Sharon if she can add it for you! She's usually on late.
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Sharon
Aug 18, 2011 10:55 PM CST
Name: Sharon
Calvert City, KY (Zone 7a)
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Got it!
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Boopaints
Aug 18, 2011 10:58 PM CST
Name: Becky (Boo)
Phoenix, AZ 85022
finding joy one day at a time!
Charter ATP Member Forum moderator I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Garden Art Purslane Garden Ideas: Master Level
Region: Southwest Gardening Enjoys or suffers hot summers Region: United States of America Birds Hummingbirder Container Gardener
Big Grin I know you're schedule! It's similar to mine.
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Sharon
Aug 18, 2011 10:59 PM CST
Name: Sharon
Calvert City, KY (Zone 7a)
Charter ATP Member Houseplants Celebrating Gardening: 2015 Garden Ideas: Master Level I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Hosted a Not-A-Raffle-Raffle
Native Plants and Wildflowers Dog Lover Ferns Daylilies Irises Cat Lover
Yup. Of course the difference is it's midnight here and only 10 for you.
Visit my cubit Blue Gardens
Check out my Blog
Read my Articles and Ideas
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Debbie
Aug 19, 2011 1:13 AM CST
Thread OP
Name: Debbie
Denham Springs, La. zone 8b (Zone 8b)
Charter ATP Member I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Region: Gulf Coast Region: Louisiana Region: United States of America Lilies
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Thanks so much Sharon.
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Onewish1
Aug 19, 2011 4:45 AM CST
Name: Allison
NJ (Zone 6a)
Charter ATP Member Forum moderator I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Dog Lover Hummingbirder Container Gardener
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how are they holding up outside.. I used to play with the stuff years ago making beads and whatnot... love all your little gnome & house creations!!
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vic
Aug 19, 2011 4:51 AM CST
Name: Vicki
North Carolina
I helped beta test the Garden Planting Calendar I sent a postcard to Randy! Charter ATP Member I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Forum moderator Region: United States of America
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Becky, what a colorful, awesome article! Hurray! Hurray! Hurray!

Thank you for pointing it to us Sharon Thumbs up
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Onewish1
Aug 19, 2011 5:06 AM CST
Name: Allison
NJ (Zone 6a)
Charter ATP Member Forum moderator I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Dog Lover Hummingbirder Container Gardener
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keep wondering if you could spray them with the clear spray paint to protect them a bit.. they have it in matte & gloss
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Ridesredmule
Aug 19, 2011 7:20 AM CST
Name: Charleen
Alford, Florida (Zone 8a)
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Yes, I use a clear spray that I use made by Krylon. the more you make the more you can experiment with to see what works best. Our Friend Goldfinch used a sunsafe sealer on her parts that is made by Brear co.
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Boopaints
Aug 19, 2011 11:57 AM CST
Name: Becky (Boo)
Phoenix, AZ 85022
finding joy one day at a time!
Charter ATP Member Forum moderator I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Garden Art Purslane Garden Ideas: Master Level
Region: Southwest Gardening Enjoys or suffers hot summers Region: United States of America Birds Hummingbirder Container Gardener
A friend told me she made some stakes out of polymer and they've been in her garden for 4 years and look great!
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Sossman
Aug 19, 2011 12:45 PM CST
Name: Sally
Wesley Chapel. FL (Zone 9a)
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Mine has only been out there a week or so. I did spray it with Krylon so hopefully it will stand the test of time. Smiling
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Robynznest
Aug 19, 2011 1:06 PM CST
Name: Robin
Pittsburg, MO
I sent a postcard to Randy! I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Charter ATP Member Garden Ideas: Level 1 Garden Art Birds
Orchids Lover of wildlife (Black bear badge) Region: United States of America Hummingbirder Region: Missouri Plumerias
I have been experimenting with it, some with Krylon clear gloss and some with nothing but a cheap spray paint. So far with our weather which goes up and down with high humidity, they are holding up very well.

Allison, it is still fun to play with, try it again.
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dahlianut
Aug 19, 2011 1:40 PM CST
Name: Dahlianut
Calgary, AB Zone 3a
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Wonderous article dear Boo Hurray! Glad that others will see how many talented artists hang out at ATP Smiling
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Boopaints
Aug 19, 2011 2:42 PM CST
Name: Becky (Boo)
Phoenix, AZ 85022
finding joy one day at a time!
Charter ATP Member Forum moderator I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Garden Art Purslane Garden Ideas: Master Level
Region: Southwest Gardening Enjoys or suffers hot summers Region: United States of America Birds Hummingbirder Container Gardener
Thanks Dahlia Dear. Big Grin
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Onewish1
Aug 19, 2011 6:22 PM CST
Name: Allison
NJ (Zone 6a)
Charter ATP Member Forum moderator I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Dog Lover Hummingbirder Container Gardener
Million Pollinator Garden Challenge Region: New Jersey Seed Starter Garden Ideas: Level 1
I did enjoy it.. and should again.. seems like a good winter project to play with
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