Rose Meringue Cake

I've neglected this space for quite a bit, but I have been working very hard at the shop and trying to get better materials like clay and varnishes!

All the products before this blog entry were made with premium Korean airdry clay, JumpingClay. But I've got a new love in my life! Ovenbake polymer clay! :)

My mom generously sponsored me a oven dedicated to polymer clay as a way of supporting my business, and I got to work straight away last night, only sleeping at sunrise. :(

WARNING: if you have a sweet tooth and a weakness for pretty things, don't stare at the below photos for too long.

YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED. :)

Rose Meringue Cake



Rose-flavoured mousse cake with a thick layer of strawberry jelly. Light pink sugar pearls are sprinkled on the dollop of fresh cream all around the cake.

Serves five! :)





This will be for my personal collection for their sentimental value, because they're the very first cakes I've made with ovenbake clay! The entire cake only measures 2cm across it, really very precious in real life.

I will be making many more of these to come, they're PERFECT for earrings (imagine those delicious cake slices hanging off your ears!), necklace charms, handphone straps, magnets! Or even just as a really lovely ornament piece!

They could be customised according to your preference, or made in likeness to a photo of a cake you'll like to remember (like the one at your wedding, 21st birthday, anniversary).

Email me at joce_1987@hotmail.com with your description! :)

The sweets and the vices.

The blogshop's undergoing a bit of a facelift, so don't fret if you refresh the page and the website looks all over the place! :P

Renovation works should complete by tonight. :)

S.W.E.E.T.S

Custom item: Squirrel on grass

A bashful squirrel presenting the acorn (seen in previous post) to his new owner (who is a very lucky girl about to receive this lovely surprise package).

He stands on a tuft of grass,

with a white coin with name of new owner painted on.



Custom Item: Rainbow Firefly babies

Bugs can be cute too! Swoon over their endearing little smiles, and brightly coloured wings.
There are thirteen baby fireflies in all, which is an auspicious number in their little bug world. :)



All the little bugs will be later attached to handphone straps and the buyer confided that they will be presented as gifts to 13 very lucky people.

A little photo montage of how the bugs were crafted!





I love the splash of colours!

All that hard work in kneading and experimenting to get the right mix of colours
was well worth it.



They all seem to have unique smiles and personalities.

That's the beauty with handmaking everything. :)



This is the teeniest of the colorful bunch, and it measures in at less than half a 10cent coin!

Custom Item: Snoopy Lovedogs

Well, we've got lovebirds, why not lovedogs.
They both proudly carry a plaque declaring the blissful couple's important date and intials. :)

This is intended for a anniversary gift to a husband, how sweet! :)





Before they picked up each other's hearts.

Note the tiny wagging tail!

Bliss.

BUT, it's not all fluffy clouds and cute squirrels in the real world we live in.

So once in a while, I get orders that truly reflect life in its entirety. :)

V.I.C.E.S

Custom Item: Mahjong Earrings

This is one vice I'm occasionally guilty of. :P

The words on these miniature mahjong tiles were carved, and then painted, so GUESS WHAT. you can even MO PAI! (meaning to feel the tiles, so you know what tile you've drawn without looking.)

Wear them for your next mahjong allnighter and wow your mahjong kakis! :)
Why do I have this feeling this earrings are going to be a huge hit in our mahjongcrazy-culture. :P

Custom Item: Cigarette

This uncanny resemblance of a close to lifesize cigarette stick will have you itching to light it up.
Resist the urge! :P

This is one photo galore of a post!

Happy shopping, and email me! :)

-love, joce.

How to Care for Item

Edited on 7 November 2009: I only use polymer clay for my works now. 

Before using your newly bought items for the first time, take a few minutes to read through this section! It will provide you with useful tips in ensuring the creation remains in perfect condition forever! :)

I use two types of clay for my creations - Korean airdry clay 'Jumping Clay' & ovenbake polymer clay (Sculpey III & Premo Sculpey). Different clays involve different techniques of sculpting etc, so I will choose the more appropriate clay to use after careful consideration of a specific project.

Both clays are certified to be non-toxic, but for safety purposes (choking hazard) should never be consumed. If this does happen accidentally, please consult a doctor straight away, especially if any symptoms occur.

Depending on which clay is used, texture and weight of item will differ. With Jumping Clay, the item will have a softer, almost marshmallowy feel with it as it is an airdry clay. Item will get harder (although never to rockhard state) with time as the water in clay will gradually evaporate. Items created with Jumping Clay will be slightly lighter.

With ovenbake polymer clay, items will feel rock hard, with a ceramic look due to its ovenbake nature. Items created with polymer clay will be slightly heavier than Jumping Clay.

If the item is created with Jumping Clay,

• avoid any contact of item with water, or any other liquid substances. (e.g. sweat) This may cause discoloration. In cases where water does get in contact with item, immediately use dry cloth to dab away at item until it is fully dry.
• do not intentionally press/poke/squeeze item with immense pressure
• do not intentionally scratch at surfaces of item with sharp articles
• do not intentionally bend delicate features (hands/legs etc) at awkward angles
• do not place items on extremely hot surfaces or surroundings
• item will not crack even after prolonged knocks on hard surfaces
• to remove dust which may settle on item, use a soft brush to gently brush off the dust

If the item is created with ovenbake polymer clay,

• it is okay to get the items wet as polymer clay is nonreactive to water
• do not intentionally scratch at surfaces of item with sharp articles
• do not intentionally bend delicate features (hands/legs etc) at awkward angles
• although polymer clay is an extremely strong clay, prolonged knocks against hard surfaces might still result in small cracks in items.
• do not place items on extremely hot surfaces or surroundings
  
• to remove dust which may settle on item, use a soft brush to gently brush off the dust or dip item in cold water before letting it airdry

Email me at joce_1987@hotmail.com with any questions!

the L word

It was my dear friend Nikki's 21st birthday party!

And I decided to create a necklace for her, based on her favourite word - 'love'.

A bottlecap topped with a silver-ringed swarovski crystal,

with that all too familiar 4-letter word.

A big rose-coloured heart (with a teenyweeny white heart) is added to jazz up this pretty piece.




Nikki, that's my own necklace chain, so don't worry! Yours is totally brand new, I swear. :)



She added that she can't live without love.



That I agree. How about you? :)

Sorry for the lack in updates!

Sorry for the lack in updates!

My laptop has been down for the past week, and now that I've finally gotten hold of a loaned one, let me post some photos to whet your appetite (for tiny gifts that is)! :)

After the V-day craze, I started tending to the orders that were for birthdays, anniversaries, or just lovely spontaneous surprises. :)

Now guys, here's a hint. Girls TOTALLY dig the feeling of being pampered with such treats to remind her how she's always on your mind, so quick get down to emailing me!

'Betty' Donut earrings

Pink and white icing drops on a rich dark chocolate frosting,
with a sweet pink sugar heart at the center.

I've named this collection after Betty, the wholesome cutie pie characterin Archie comics. :)






The donuts are attached to hook earrings as shown in picture. I can also attach them to stud/stick earrings, so just notify me in the email! :)


 'Betty' Donut necklace charm

Hearts and sugar drops in adorable shades of pink and white, adorning the chocolate glazed donut.







Customisation designs (e.g. sprinkles to be in letters of a name/heart-shapes, or change in colour of frosting/base etc) can be worked out, just email me! :) This will be subject to additional charges.

Custom Items

Custom Item: Acorn with l.o.v.e
This is held by a squirrel which is still in the making, hence no squirrel photos yet. :) But the acorn looks really cute by itself already. :)

Will look awesome as a necklace charm, email me if you're interested in getting a tiny acorn for yourself! :)

Custom Item: Firefly
Sweet little firefly with a speck of shiny yellow light beaming on his bottom.

Sometimes the tinier one is, the more precious it gets.




Custom Item: Hippo with rose stalk

The hippo won too many hearts over, so here's another one. This time, it's proudly carrying a bright red rose stalk.

That's all for now. :)

Email me at joce_1987@hotmail.com with your orders now!

love.

Cookie monster

Custom item : Cookie monster

This blue Sesame Street character is a huge favourite with many, and especially for my dear friend Daphne and her boy Harris. :)



Sucha cute way to proclaim your love on Valentine's, and he won't ever forget it with it screaming out the declaration of affection, hanging off a bag. :)



Email me to receive your own customised item! :)

Back to School

Finally I've got the time to update this space before I head off to classes!

Custom Item: Sketchbook with pencil

Check out those perfectly aligned mini silver binder-rings!
This piece was so delicate and it took quite a lot of concentration and time, but it turned out looking really cute. :)





Custom Item: Microphone

For the friend who goes emo with you at karaoke lounges, or the one who hogs the microphone and wouldn't let go. :)



Precious in Pastel

Custom Item: Piggy with teapot

This sweet piggy comes in an adorable baby purple, and holds an equally precious teeny-weeny teapot.



The tiny heart on the tip of its curly tail.



Sparkling gem on mini teapot.



A generous whipped strawberry frosting adorns this cupcake, with vanilla sprinkles. OH, and a bright red cherry to top it off.

YUMMY.



Customisation designs (e.g. sprinkles to be in letters of a name/heart-shapes, or change in colour of frosting/base etc) can be worked out, just email me! :)
This will be subject to additional charges.



Sprinkling of vanilla drops, and a chocolate heart for each donut.
These look so adorable on the ears that I'm keeping one pair for myself. :)

An awesome conversation starter! :)

Great for going to parties.

Similarly, customisation designs (e.g. sprinkles to be in heart-shapes, or change in colour of frosting/base etc) can be worked out, just email me! :)
This will be subject to additional charges.

Email me if you wanna make them yours!

END. :)

Packaging

NOTE: Every AiClay purchase now comes with standard packaging (included in Shipping & Handling), thus making this entry invalid.

Everyday, this little clay business of mine is steadily expanding and I have to constantly replenish inventory like accessories, clay etc. Last weekend saw me foraging around many shops for the best products for my customers, and I came upon some great buys.

Prepare to be spoilt with more packaging choices for your clay gifts! :)
Click on pictures to enlarge.

FIGURINE BOXES

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The powder blue box nests clay figures of height 3-4cm beautifully.
Perfect for gifts.

JEWELRY BOXES







These jewelry giftboxes are smaller than the figurine boxes, and have a black inner foam, allowing for perfect displaying of keychains, hp-straps, earrings, rings and necklaces! :)




The organza bags show off the clay-pieces through its sheer material,
and adds a sprinkle of sweetness to the clay-pieces.

Do indicate your choice of packaging according to names of boxes/organza bag in your email! :)

Shall update soon again! :)
Thank you for the support.

Hearts and Swirls

Each pair of 'hearts and swirls' earrings (silver stick earrings) is 100% handmade, especially created for the season of love right ahead.

They come in orange, blue and purple, and are limited to only two pairs per colour. Each heart measure approximately at a delicate 1cm height:1cm width.

Email me at joce_1987@hotmail.com before they're all snapped up! :)

Custom Item: Bunny earrings

Those pink noses.

These bunny heads measure at a length of 1.5cm and look awesomely cute dangling from your ears.

Custom item: Bed of roses with initials.

The photo doesn't do the precious baby blue and pink roses any justice. This piece is so much prettier in real life, and would look great as a necklace charm too. It measures at a height of 1.5cm and width of 2cm.

Breather needed.

Email me for 'Hearts and Swirls'! :)

HAPPY LUNAR NEW YEAR! :)

Albeit all the mandarin-oranges frenzy, late night poker games, and list of customised clay-pieces to finish, I have been itching to work on some ideas that haven't been (and probably wouldn't be) requested for.

Wouldn't reveal what they are yet, but for those looking for awesomely unique earrings/pendants/charms either as presents or to call your own,

you absolutely HAVE to bookmark this blog. :)

I'll post photos as soon as I get down to work on them. :)

And they'll be available for sale (WITH prices listed so that you no longer have to wait for a quotation!) in extremely limited stock!

SO DO CHECK BACK HERE SOON FOR THEM! :)

-brimming with excitement.