Polymer clay closely resembles ivory.
Mold, sculpt and roll polymer clay into designs resembling ivory. Faux ivory is an animal-friendly way to enjoy the pale luster of ivory. After sculpting and baking, the finished pieces can be polished or painted with varnish to increase the sheen. Experiment with different colors of polymer to attain an antiquated look or choose white clay for a fresh, new look for your pieces.
Jewelry
All types of jewelry can be designed with clay and fashioned to resemble ivory. Create a faux ivory cameo, to be used for a pendant or a ring. Use a combination of household items and sculpting tools to design the cameo. Once finished, the cameo can be set in a frame for a pendant, or affixed to a ring. Other ideas include making beads, teeth, flowers and botanical shapes which can be attached to a chain or glued onto a pin for a brooch.
Sculpture
Sculpt with polymer clay to create original works of art resembling ivory. Whether you choose to sculpt animals, people, objects or abstract art, polymer clay is a medium you can maneuver to suit your individual style. Sculpt a faux ivory base for a lamp out of clay. Leave ample space for the inner workings of the lamp. Once finished assemble the lamp and add a lamp shade. Choose a shade in a solid color to avoid detracting attention from the sculpture.
Game Pieces
Design individual game pieces as a set from polymer clay. Chess sets, dominoes and other games can be created with faux ivory. For a gift, make each piece and pair it with a board and a box to store the pieces in. Whether you choose to design a modern chess set with simple lines and soft features or an intricate traditional set, polymer clay pieces will emulate their ivory counterparts. To cut down on the time involved in designing a whole set, purchase one color in glass or marble and design the rest with clay.
Accessories
Faux ivory can be used to embellish picture frames, mirrors, candle holders and other items you wish to jazz up. One idea is to design an ornate letter opener. Whether you choose to build the whole piece from clay or use a combination of materials, a letter opener is a craft you can make for yourself or for a gift, especially if paired with a decorative storage box. Or, create decorative floral patterns you can affix to a jewelry box.
