Pantone Fall 2019 Fashion Colors Summary and Recipe Cards

Here is a review of the Pantone Fall 2019 Fashion colors.  Click on the photos below to see the clay recipes using Kato clay.  If you would like to see more clay recipes for the past Pantone fashion colors, go to the color recipe page at the top of this blog.

Living Coral

Peach Pink   ---   Creme de Peche

Chili Pepper  ---  Biking Red

Bluestone  ---  Galaxy Blue  ---  Evening Blue

Orange Tiger  ---  Dark Cheddar

Rocky Road --- Sugar Almond --- Vanilla Custard

Guacamole --- Eden

Fruit Dove  ---  Paloma

Would you like some recipe cards with these Pantone colors ready to print out on 4" x 6" index cards?  They have the colored dots on them but are ready to add your own baked clay chip samples.

If so, click here to download and print out by following the instructions included.

Pantone Fall 2019 Fashion Colors - Fruit Dove and Paloma

The last two colors of the Pantone Fall 2019 fashion color palette are a pink, Fruit Dove, and a grey, Paloma.  Fruit Dove is a bold yet pretty pink which Pantone describes as "extroverted" and "creates a presence that cannot be ignored." Paloma is "unpretentious and yet elegant".  It is one of the Fall Classics and was also one of the colors in the Pantone Spring 2014 palette.  You can see my post about it here.

Fruit Dove & Black (left) -- Fruit Dove & Guacamole (right)

 Here are the recipes using Kato clay.

Fruit Dove

8 parts Kato Magenta

6 parts Kato Yellow

3 parts White Mix #1-2 *

Paloma

3 parts Kato Silver

1 part White Mix #1-2 *

* Note:  These clay color recipes are created using Kato Polyclay.  Any of the base color "mixes" used are from my Clay Color System.  You can read more here why I use Kato clay when mixing up my Pantone colors and still my preferred clay type.

Pantone Fall 2019 Fashion Colors - Guacamole & Eden

There are two shades of green in the Pantone Fall 2019 fashion colors -- both very different from each other.  Guacamole is my favorite type of green and is considered one of the "Classics" for the fall.  Pantone describes it as a "nutrient-enriched green and establishes a refreshing foundation.  Eden is a forest green and if you have my Clay Color System, you already have this recipe as it is the same as Cilantro #7-3.

Here are a few samples of these colors combined with some of the other Pantone Fall colors.  I didn't get the chance to play with the color Eden yet but I will have some samples later.

Here are the recipes using Kato polyclay:

Guacamole

10 parts Kato Yellow

1-1/2 parts Kato Green

1-1/2 parts Kato Gold

1 part Kato Black

Eden

Follow clay recipe for

Cilantro #7-3 *

* Note:  These clay color recipes are created using Kato Polyclay.  Any of the base color "mixes" used are from my Clay Color System.  You can read more here why I use Kato clay when mixing up my Pantone colors and still my preferred clay type.

Pantone Fall 2019 Fashion Colors -- Rocky Road, Sugar Almond and Vanilla Custard

Many of the Pantone Fall Colors for this fall seem to be named after food.  Not only do the names sound yummy, I find the colors are too.  I am not a real fan of browns but they seem to keep creeping into my wardrobe.  The nice thing about them, however, is they are a great neutral than can be worn with so many other colors.

An all time favorite, for instance is teal or turquoise combined with brown.  This color combination seems to be one of my best sellers in my jewelry collection as it can be neutral yet so stunning.

Sugar Almond and Teal Blue

Sugar Almond with Teal (left) and with Vanilla Custard (right)

I don't have any samples using the Rocky Road yet, however if you have my Clay Color System, then you already have this clay recipe.  So here are the recipes for these three colors using Kato polyclay:

Rocky Road

Follow clay recipe for

Burnt Umber #3-2 *

Sugar Almond

5 parts Kato Brown

1 part Kato Copper

1 part Kato Orange

1 part Kato Gold

1/2 part Kato Black

Vanilla Custard

2 parts Ecru Base #2-7 *

1/4 part Kato Yellow

2 parts Kato Pearl

4 parts White Mix #1-2 *

* Note:  These clay color recipes are created using Kato Polyclay.  Any of the base color "mixes" used are from my Clay Color System.  You can read more here why I use Kato clay when mixing up my Pantone colors and still my preferred clay type.

Pantone Fall 2019 Fashion Colors - Orange Tiger and Dark Cheddar

There are two shades of orange in the Pantone Fall 2019 Fashion colors.  Both Orange Tiger and Dark Cheddar are very "bold and daring".  Here are a few samples of the two combined with each other as well as with Chili Pepper and Evening Blue.

Orange Tiger and Dark Cheddar Combo

Chili Pepper and Dark Cheddar

Evening Blue with Dark Cheddar (left) and Orange Tiger (right)

So here are the recipes using Kato polyclay:

Orange Tiger

4 parts Kato Orange

1 part Kato Gold

4 parts Kato Yellow

Dark Cheddar

10 parts Kato Yellow

1 part Kato Orange

1 part Kato Gold

1 part Kato Pearl

* Note:  These clay color recipes are created using Kato Polyclay.  Any of the base color "mixes" used are from my Clay Color System.  You can read more here why I use Kato clay when mixing up my Pantone colors and still my preferred clay type.

Pantone Fall 2019 Fashion Colors

My sweet hubby Dave use to tell me that time was my worst enemy.  That was so true and it seems I am always trying to beat the clock when I have deadlines to meet.  I am sure many of you can relate to this as well.  Between filling orders, I am preparing some new pieces for the Lake Country Art Walk which is barely 3 weeks away.  Part of my new collection for this show is in the new Pantone fall colors.  I did promise to share with you these new clay recipes soon so here is the start:

The color of the year for 2019 is Living Coral.  You will find the clay recipe I shared with you in the spring 2019 color recipes here.

I really love the new fall colors.  Leatrice Eiseman (Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute) describes them as "ranging from easy and sophisticated to strikingly different and unique". 

When mixing up my fall colors I like to make some extra color chips to play with.  They are a handy little tool when looking for various combinations.

So to start of the color recipes I thought I would start off with two colors that are from the same family as the Living Coral: Peach Pink and Crème de Pêche (a lighter version of the Peach Pink).

Peach Pink

1 part Kato Magenta

1 part Kato Orange

2 part Kato Yellow

12 parts White Mix #1-2 *

Creme de Peche

1 part Peach Pink (recipe above)

2 parts White Mix #1-2 *

* Note:  These clay color recipes are created using Kato Polyclay.  Any of the base color "mixes" used are from my Clay Color System.  You can read more here why I use Kato clay when mixing up my Pantone colors and still my preferred clay type.

If you do not have my Clay Color System tutorial, I have a special offer of 30% off until midnight Sunday, August 18.

Use the coupon code:   claycolor30

This offer is good in my Online Store only (Canadian pricing and sent to the e-mail address you provide).

I will share more of the clay recipes with you tomorrow and over the next few days along with the index cards for you to print out and add your color chips to.

Creating Your Own Faux Gemstones With Resin - Part 1

I've been working with resin for some time now and even though it is quite different than polymer clay, I am finding it has it's uses and the two combined make an awesome pair!

There are different types of resins on the market:  UV resin that is cured with a UV light and the two part that require mixing.  Art Resin is the 2 part epoxy type and I like to use it for two very good reasons:  It gives a crystal clear finish and is also safe to use as it is non-toxic.

Most people think of only using resin on polymer clay as a finish, but resin can be used in so many ways than just a glass like coating.  You can add various inclusions to create your own faux gemstones.  Here are some samples of inclusions I used with the Art Resin:

Left:  German Glass Glitter in Amethyst

Right:  Crystal Opal

Earrings and Decorative Snap in Cobalt Opal

The snaps shown below were filled with German Glass Glitter and Art Resin.  The snap on the left is in the color Sky and on the far right is Chartreuse.  For the snap in the center I used a combination of both colors.

These are the same snaps added to a bracelet and ring with a snap base for interchanging.

And here are some samples of this technique applied to polymer clay.  Adding crystals or stones to polymer clay will not stay in on their own so require some sort of glue (as in the hot fix type) and also embedding deep enough so they will be secure.   The nice thing about resin is it will stick to most things including polymer clay (which is porous) and metal.

The piece below was created using the bezel part of the Blocks & Dots CaBezel mold.  I used a dark navy colored clay and mounted it on a snap base for interchanging (see how this is done here).  After baking, I filled the center with Art Resin and Cobalt Opal.

Here I added some of the German Glass Glitter into the centers of the pieces I made using the small Holy CaBezel molds.  On some of them I left the resin inclusions slightly raised on top so it gave more of a druzy quartz stone appearance.

The heart pendant shown below was created from a mold I made using the same metal heart charm shown above.  I added mica powder to the raised areas to highlight the pattern.  After finishing and baking the piece first (important), I then added resin with the Silver German Glass Glitter and a touch of red glitter to the center bezel section to create a sort of faux gemstone look.

Tips On Working With Resin

Working with the Art Resin is quite easy and fun.  I do not want to get into all the details on how to work with it as there are already plenty of videos and other info available to you which you will find on the Shades of Clay site here and also the Art Resin site itself.  There is also instructions and tips on the brochure included with the product.

I will share a few basic tips, however, that I have learned on working with smaller and more intricate designs and shapes.  In my next blog post (part 2) I will share a little more in depth on the "how to".

How Much to Use?

If you are working only with smaller pieces to create faux gems or fill the snaps, you will find a little resin will go a long way.  I would purchase the smallest size bottles (8oz) to start and when mixing, use a small measurement to start such as 1/2 oz each of the resin and hardener as when the two combined will make a full 1 oz.  If you mix up too much, you might not be able to use it all up before it starts to harden but you can always mix up more later.

Tools

Here are the main items I like to use but you may come up with your own later.  Shown in the above photo clockwise:  (I have included links on some of the items listed).

Small Torch

-- Mine is the kitchen type for cooking -- be sure it has an on/off safety button.  This is used to get out any air bubbles.  Be careful if using it on polymer clay as it could burn your clay.  You only need to flash it very quickly and the bubbles will disappear instantly.  Shades of Clay also has a small pencil style available which is very handy.

Art Resin

-- I buy mine at Shades of Clay but available other places as well.

Syringe or "Pipettes"

-- Used for filling your resin into small areas.  These work best when the resin is freshly mixed and still runny.  After it starts to thicken, I switch to "scooping" with my stir stick.

Small Spoon & Tweezers

I use a small spoon for measuring and scooping out my inclusions.  Tweezers come in handy for holding small items, etc.

Coffee Stir Sticks

I use the wooden type for mixing my resin and also as a "scoop" to pour small amounts into my bezel settings.  They are quite long so I break them in half which also makes them easier to work with.

Small Disposable Cups

I like to use these for pouring in small amounts of mixed resin and adding inclusions to create my faux enamels or gemstones.  I will show you more on this in my next post.

Small Measuring Cup

These can be used for measuring and mixing your resin.  When measuring, I use a small measuring cup where I can add both the resin and hardener together rather than measuring separately.  You get a more accurate measurement this way and is less messy.  A silicone cup for measuring resin will also work.  I have one on order and will let you know how I like it after it arrives.

Metal Tray and Tin Foil

I have several large baking pans (cookie sheets) for baking my clay in the oven and found they also make a great tray for working with resin.  I cover them with tin foil to protect the surface and the metal pan and foil create a safe surface when using a torch for blasting any air bubbles.  I can then pick up my entire tray after if I have to move it to another area to harden.

And the last thing not shown is a large box or plastic container to cover your resin while it is curing.  This will prevent any dust settling during that process.

Items for Filling with Resin

And of course you will need all the various items you want to put your resin into.  You can use your own polymer clay designs to add your faux resin gemstones.  I also have other items shown here available in my online store:  Click on the photos for more information:

Blank Snaps for Interchanging Designs

Stainless Steel Post Earrings with Bezel

Stainless Steel Bezel Charms

Stainless Steel Buttons

Large Metal Charms with Bezels

And these are some fun items I found at Shades of Clay that you could use as well.  I will share some samples of what I created with you soon.

Mirror Compact

Cool Key Chains

Bezel Jewelry Frames

And of course there are all the CaBezel Molds that are so cool.  The Bezel (frame) part can be made out of polymer clay and then after baking, filled with resin and various inclusions.

In my next post I will go into a little more detail on creating the various faux gemstones shown here with more inspiration.