Ancient Egypt polymer clay cuff

This signature handmade cuff was crafted from polymer clay and made to imitate rusty copper with a layer of patina. It is true is a tromp l’oeil that will have many a friends wonder what it was made from.
The cuff is inspired by Ancient Egypt and features a series of hieroglyphs not unlike an ancient papyrus.

The cuff bracelet is made entirely from polymer clay. It imitates metal thanks to the techniques involved in its creation.
The base colors are rusty copper and bronze accented with a patina. The choice of colors and techniques used render the cuff its antiquated, distressed effect.

The cuff measures 7 in (circumference) x 2 in (width) or 17.8 cm x 5 cm (approximately). The cuff is open in the back so you can easily slide your hand in and it closes with a magnetic clasp - as all my cuffs do - for maximum comfort and security.

I would be happy to hear from you and answer your questions regarding this item.

= Quick overview =
Base material: polymer clay
Closure: magnetic clasp in matching color
Colors: bronze, copper, and patina
Measures: approx. 7 in x 2 in or 17.8 cm x 5 cm

= About polymer clay =
Polymer clay is a relatively new material. It is sold in blocks with a soft consistency similar to play-dough, but once cured, the clay hardens. Depending on clay brand, type of design, and processing, it can be very hard or semi-flexible. Most of the items in my collection such as cuffs and bib necklaces are semi-flexible so they are easy to put on. They are light and comfortable to wear, but quite sturdy. A polymer clay item can of course break, but I use a technique that makes them stronger and more resistant than what you can usually purchase.

My polymer clay items are finished with acrylics, mica powders, and other materials after being cured, and are coated with clear gloss to protect them. In the titles you will see described the colors of the items. A piece described as a copper polymer clay item is not made of copper, it is crafted of polymer clay so as to resemble copper in appearance.

= Photos =
All my photos are taken by me, in daylight, on our terrace, with an old Panasonic Lumix. The background here is added in consequence

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