Blue Mussel Shell Polymer Clay: Coastal Artisan Blend from New Jersey
$15.00
Tidal waters, captured in clay.
This Blue Mussel Clay combines Sculpey III with crushed mussel shell fragments foraged by hand along Delaware Bay, New Jersey. Each block contains the shimmer and grit of mussel shells shaped by tide and sand, grounding your sculpting in coastal ecology.
Delaware Bay is one of the most significant shellfish estuaries in North America, sustaining wildlife and culture for centuries. The mussel fragments add flecks of deep blue, grey, and pearlescent silver, mirroring the tidal shifts of the Atlantic coast.
Fired, the clay reveals tiny speckles and subtle blue-grey tones—fragments of the shoreline embedded in the medium.
Available in three formats:
- 2 oz block – compact sample for sculpting or collecting
- 8 oz block – a larger quantity for extended work
- 2 oz Sunburst Clay + Mold Set – includes a reusable mold for casting a radial sunburst, highlighting shell flecks when fired
Details:
- Choose 2 oz, 8 oz, or 2 oz Sunburst Clay + Mold
- Polymer clay blend (Sculpey III base + mussel shell fragments)
- Hand-foraged in Delaware Bay, New Jersey
- Coastal-inspired, one-of-a-kind small batch material
Shipping from United States
Processing time
1-3 business days
Customs and import taxes
Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
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Returns & Exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
Just contact me within: 14 days of delivery
Ship items back to me within: 21 days of delivery
I don't accept cancellations
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
- Custom or personalized orders
- Items on sale
Conditions of return
Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
Frequently Asked Questions
Imperfections, Shipment, and Custom Pieces
All pieces are handmade and one-of-a-kind. Pieces may have small imperfections, dimples, and blemishes. I try to be sure blemishes are included in the item’s photographs. Please keep this in mind as you order.
Pottery is fragile, so I package my pots carefully to avoid any items breaking in shipment. Sometimes, this can mean a large amount of shipping material is used. Boxes, shrink wrap, shredded paper, and bubble wrap are recyclable. Packing peanuts are biodegradable. Please recycle/biodegrade if possible!
Custom pieces can take about 4 weeks to create. I avoid delays as much as possible, but the kiln can have a mind of its own. I’ll notify you immediately if I expect any delays in the production process.
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