HGTV & Etsy

HGTV has partnered with Etsy, whose one-of-a-kind handmade and vintage pieces add a unique touch to any home, especially during the Holidays. See the results of the living room makeover collaboration for Design on a Dime, airing this Saturday, December 10 at 8 p.m.

Joy to the World:  Inspired by the show Secrets from a Stylist on HGTV

Heart & Home: Inspired by 15 Fresh Handmade Gift Ideas on HGTV

Selected Treasury Challenge 2011 lists, inspired by our favorite HGTV shows will be featured on HGTV's blog!

Paisley in Polymer

paisley – a distinctive intricate pattern of curved, feather-shaped figures based on a pine cone design from India. ORIGIN – early 19^th century, named after town of Paisley, Scotland, the original place of manufacture.

 

I've always loved the distinctive Paisley design. Many will remember the more psychedelic version from the late 60's & 70's, seeing it splattered over everything from caftans to wallpaper. My version is done in Premo metallic polymer clay. Mixing various shades of purples & violets to achieve a pleasing palette.

I also tried a complementary color mix of salmon, turquiose, & gold, for this shield shaped pendant. For the bail I used different sprockets I found at the local hardware store.