MEET YOUR HOST:
Hi I'm Melissa, your summit host from Strong Girl Clay Co, and I am excited to create beautiful clay earrings along with you. Learning a new skill or growing your business can be overwhelming. I'm here to help you with that journey.
I’ve been creating and selling clay earrings for over five years I have relied on the kind makers who have gone before me. They taught me the skills that eventually led me to be confident in my clay earring journey. And now I want to help you with your clay earring making journey.
Let's get together and make some beautiful clay earrings together!
Melissa Power
Owner of Strong Girl Clay Co.
MEET YOUR SPEAKERS:
Jaime, Petal & Posy
Sunset Cloudscape Slab
Hi I’m Jaime, and I live in beautiful Vancouver British Columbia, Canada! I’ve been making jewelry for over 20 years, first with beads, then as a metalsmith, and finally adding clay 6 years ago.
Somewhere along the way I found a love for teaching as well, and now have over 60 polymer clay tutorials of the techniques I’ve honed.
Hollee, GlamPop Designs
From Flat to Fabulous: Creative Transfer Paper Techniques That Stand Out
Hi clay friend! I’m Hollee, the artist behind GlamPop Designs!
I fell in love with clay at 12 years old after opening my first Sculpey kit—and somehow turned that early obsession into a successful creative business. Over the years, I’ve learned that making great work is only part of the magic; building something sustainable takes smart decisions, a lot of experimenting, and learning a few lessons the hard way so others don’t have to.
I’m deeply passionate about education and love helping fellow clay artists grow with confidence, clarity, and fewer “why didn’t anyone tell me this sooner?” moments. Through teaching and mentoring in my Patreon community, I share practical, real-world guidance alongside encouragement and honesty to help you become a successful business, too!
These days, I also design high-quality, top-of-the-line tools made by a clay artist, for clay artists, to help businesses imagine more, level up their work, and enjoy the entire process!
Kira, Create Along
Creative Business Success without the Chaos
Hi, I’m Kira, the owner and clay tools product designer at CreateAlong.com. I’m a longtime maker and educator who’s obsessed with "transformative creativity," whether that is in hobbies, business, or life.
I also run the Creative Income Society, where I teach makers how to build a steady revenue engine using clear strategy, repeatable workflows, and smart AI support, so your business grows without relying on hustle, hype, or whatever the algorithm feels like doing this week.
Hannah, Happy and Hannahmade
How to Make Knotted Studs
Hi, I'm Hannah! I'm a polymer clay artist and the face behind Happy and Hannahmade. I'm passionate about transforming clay into wearable art because I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to feel creative and seen! I love using bold colors, playful patterns, intricate details, and creating pieces that make people smile!
Kathy, Lee Clay Co.
Authentic Marketing for Clay Makers
Hi, I’m Kathy, the founder of Lee Clay Co, a small, family run business creating polymer clay cutters and tools for makers. Before clay, I was a teacher looking for a creative outlet, something just for me, and that search led me to polymer clay.
What started as a fun hobby quickly became something I really leaned into. Clay gave me space to slow down, create, and reconnect with myself. Over time, that creative outlet grew into a business built on consistency, community, and learning as I went. One of my favorite parts has been connecting with other makers and showing up honestly in this space.
I’m passionate about building genuine community and supporting clay artists as they grow their businesses. I’m excited to share the simple systems and frameworks that helped me grow by showing up as myself, so you can do the same in a way that feels natural and sustainable.
Jess, Ditti
Ceramic Glaze Effect
Jess is a multidisciplinary artist and educator behind Ditti, where polymer clay is a central medium--but never the limit. She's known for creating tactile, treasure-like pieces that feel rare, imagined, and slightly impossible, from faux stones to textural forms that don't quite exist in the real world.
Jess pours her energy into teaching through Patreon, where she helps makers slow down, experiment, and build confidence through process-driven techniques. By day, she works full-time in social media marketing for major global brands; by night, she creates and teaches as a form of creative grounding. She believes making is not just productive, it's therapeutic, and she's passionate about helping others find focus, joy, and their own version of creative calm.
Karla, MyClayCo.
The Shadow Box Technique: Diorama Earrings, Mini Bookshelves & Bezels
Karla is a passionate polymer clay artist with six years of experience and a lifelong love of creating. She enjoys experimenting with new techniques and ideas and designs all of MyClayCo's cutter shapes. While she loves crafting in many forms, polymer clay is one of her favourite mediums. Karla is especially passionate about teaching and helping others grow their skills, making polymer clay fun, accessible, and inspiring for all levels.
Scarlet, The Clay Impress
Color Mixing Basics
Scarlet Adare is the creative force behind The Clay Impress, a brand dedicated to innovative tools and resources for polymer clay artists. With years of experience in polymer clay, Scarlet combines artistry with problem-solving to develop high-quality tools that simplify and enhance the crafting process. She is known for her meticulous attention to detail, her commitment to the polymer clay community, and her passion for empowering makers of all skill levels. In addition to running a successful business, Scarlet actively engages with artists through tutorials, expert guidance, and thoughtful product design. At this summit, she is excited to share her expertise and help makers refine their techniques with practical tips and innovative solutions.
Kristin, Hillside Studio
Polymer Clay Canes
I'm a polymer clay artist, and a handmade business coach! I started Hillside Studio in a little closet in my basement 2015. Over the last 11 years, it has grown into more than I could have imagined and in March 2021 I finally decided to pursue this passion full time. I fell in love with canes in 2020 and the rest is history! Every design I create truly comes straight from my soul. There is something so special about creating wearable art with my hands and I'm so happy to share it with all of you! I have a passion for teaching others this craft, and how to build a business around it, and offer a variety of courses and tutorials online at The Studio Squad!
Kanika, Bella Creates
Tutorial Title TBD
Aloha! I’m Kanika, the creator behind Bella Creates. My journey into handmade polymer clay earrings began with a love for crafting and a desire to make something unique. Each pair is thoughtfully designed and carefully handcrafted, inspired by my travels, nature, and the little moments that make life special. What started as a personal passion has grown into Bella Creates, where I can share my creativity with others. I focus on designing bold, modern pieces that bring joy, individuality, and a pop of color to any outfit. Every pair of earrings reflects my journey, and my goal is to create accessories that feel personal and meaningful, just like the stories behind them.
Sheree, Polly Collective
Isolated Gloss Technique
Sheree is a New Zealand Creative currently based in Melbourne Australia, she has been creating with Polymer Clay for over 10 years and working with resin for 5 years, her style is bright, vibrant and bold - you can find her on YouTube with her fun down to earth tutorials and learn from her in her Patreon Community - Makers Gather.
Dylan Jahraus
Why Your Clay Earrings Aren’t Showing Up in Search (and the 3 Fixes That Change That)
Dylan Jahraus is a leading e-commerce strategist with over 13 years of experience helping entrepreneurs build and scale profitable online businesses.
She first built her own Etsy shop to $1M+ in profit, then expanded successfully into Amazon and Shopify. In 2022, Dylan launched her e-commerce coaching program, scaling it to $10M organically in just 14 months—without paid ads.
Today, she leads a 51-person team and has coached 5,800+ students who now generate $27.47M+ in combined monthly revenue.
Lucy, Polymer Week
Earrings/Brooch Made with Extruder
Lucy Štruncová is a Czech polymer clay artist, educator, and entrepreneur, and the co-founder of Polymer Week and Lucy Clay. She began working with polymer clay at the age of eleven and has since dedicated her career to exploring the artistic and technical possibilities of the medium.
Alongside developing high-quality tools and products for artists, she creates tutorials, publications, and international events that connect and inspire the global polymer clay community.
Iza, Brozbo Handmade
Stained Glass Effect Cane/Slab
I’m Iza, the maker behind BROZBO. After discovering polymer clay in 2021, I fell in love and taught myself through play and experimentation. What began as a creative outlet grew into BROZBO — a joyful, one-woman brand celebrating color, texture, and creativity. Each piece is made slowly in small batches, with a little help from my studio assistant, Nasa the cat.
Freddy, Phoenix & Spruce Clay Tools
Sculpting Wearable Greenery: 3D Planter Earrings in Polymer Clay
Hi, I’m Freddy 👋
I’ve been a crafter for as long as I can remember — polymer clay has been part of my life since I was a kid, long before I knew it could be more than just a hobby.
During the pandemic, curiosity (and a bit of restlessness) pushed me into learning 3D design and printing my own clay tools for jewelry making. Turns out, other clay makers loved them too. One thing led to another… and I eventually swapped my corporate job for a clay-covered desk and never looked back.
Today, I design polymer clay tools used by makers all over the world, and I run an educational Patreon packed with tutorials, tips, and real-talk about clay and small business.
When I’m not designing or filming, I’m a mum of two and a dancer — usually juggling all three at once ✨
Alex from The Crafty Clay Babes
Intro to Clay Cutters: 3D Printing, Design, & The Endless Possibilities!
I have a special place in my heart for the clay community! I've been sculpting since I was a little and began selling clay earrings in 2022 when my husband got sick and lost his job.
After starting my business I fell in love with 3D printing my own cutters and the community I found in the polymer clay space. I sold unique cutters through my business - The Pudgy Art Bandit before starting CCB. This community has shown me such love and support since I started designing tools, allowing me to care for my husband, 6 year old with special needs, and rowdy 4 year old!
I have taught 650+ artists how to save time and money, by making their own cutters. I am passionate about demystifying 3D printing so that makers can make cutters with confidence and get back to doing what they love - making amazing earrings!
Madison, Vista Clay Co.
How To: Press Flowers (And Make a Flower Press) at Home
My name is Madison and I started Vista Clay Co. almost 6 years ago. My earrings are slowly made in small batches in Northwestern British Columbia. I love to draw inspiration from the lush forests and rocky beaches I am surrounded by, which has resulted in works that reflect my love of the outdoors. I am very excited to be a Teacher at the Clay Earring Maker Summit in 2026 and share my love of floral preservation!
Sarah, Etsy Sales Strategist
How to Build a Product Line Etsy Loves (That Gets You Found and Sold Out)
Sarah is an Etsy sales strategist with years of hands-on experience selling handmade, print-on-demand, and digital products on the platform. She helps sellers increase their visibility and sales through organic Etsy search. Because with over 100 million buyers using the platform every year, there’s no smarter way to grow.
Samantha, Jessama Tutorials
Exploring the Torn Watercolor Effect in Polymer Clay
Hi. I'm Samantha from Jessama Tutorials. I fell in love with polymer clay way back in 2013 and have been creating ever since.
Having lived in South Africa and now in Australia, I have a wide range of inspiration to pull into my art. I experiment in multiple areas of polymer clay from canes to mixed media. Though, imitating stones is definitely where I focus.
I split my time now between developing my own clay tools for my Etsy store and teaching online polymer clay classes.
I love teaching and hope to make polymer clay a fun and approachable art form for all.
Erin, Prism Clay Co
Building A Charm Bar to Elevate Your Shop and Markets
Hi, I’m Erin — the creator behind Prism Clay Co. I design and make high-quality polymer clay cutters for makers who love creating beautiful, detailed jewelry with ease and consistency.
What began as a passion for clay quickly turned into a mission to help other artists streamline their process while elevating their designs.
Christine, Lily and Sparrow Clay
DIY Branding: Finding Your Business’s “Look” (And Sticking to It!)
Christine Marsden is a lawyer by day, polymer clay artist by night (and weekend). Lily and Sparrow Clay started in 2022 as a hobby to beat law school stress and has grown to a full-on side hustle. Her love of crafting runs deep, and she has spent the last 4 years refining her brand, style, and approach to running a side business that keeps things fun and sustainable.
Shaina, Shop Something Earthy
Dubbed “The Queen of Bows”
Hey, gorgeous! I’m Shaina 🤍 I run this little business from my living room, chasing life with my two boys, Dawson and Dean, a house full of pets, and my best friend Nick.
I find joy in painting, I name my trees, I love writing, and making music whenever life slows down enough. Before earrings, I wandered through dreams of country music, criminal justice, photography, and dental assisting—motherhood gently nudged me here instead.
These days, you’ll find me at market events in our 1964 Volkswagen Van, surrounded by love, creativity, and a little chaos. Honestly? This season feels just right.
Samantha, Creative Well Co
Market Displays & Offline Sales – Catch Customers Attention & Make Sales
We’re a husband-and-wife duo turning our love for all things polymer clay and designing into cutters and tools that will inspire your clay journey. For over 6 years we’ve been 3-D printing and lasering unique, innovative cutters and tools to make your creative process smoother and more enjoyable!
Every tool is thoughtfully made with a heart full of creativity, high quality and a shared love for creating.
Michelle, Pebbles + Planets
An Easy Tutorial for Making Knit Look Granny Square Earrings!
I've been making jewelry since 2019, but got into clay during a rough winter in 2024. It's now my favorite medium to work with. I've always been fascinated with rocks, geodes, agates, galaxies, and such, so many of my pieces will reflect that.
I'm GenX, so I've recently been trying out pieces that reflect things I grew up with: colors from the 70s, mod patterns, and my favorite: Granny Squares!
Shelby, Maverly Designs
Make Your First Pair of Polymer Clay Earrings — Even If You’ve Never Worked with Clay Before
I have been creating unique shapes and provide affordable tools for Clay Artists and small business owners. I am a mom of 2 beautiful girls that are 5 and 7, they give me the energy and charisma to provide meaningful and carefully curated resources to benefit others in this amazing community!
I am so happy to be in the clay world with an amazing group of fellow creators!
Gaby, Momo Studio
Design Stunning Statement Earrings with Polymer Clay + Miyuki Beads (Even If You’re New to Both!)
I’m Gaby, the heart behind Momo Studio. With a background in engineering and a passion for design, I now create jewelry full time, constantly pushing creative limits and exploring innovative ideas.
At Momo Studio we believe that the right pair of earrings can help you conquer the world!