Butterfly and Bee Clay Stamps and Cutters

The set combines stamps for pressing a design and cutters for cutting out matching shapes, so you can make applied butterflies and bees as well as impressions.

Score and slip both surfaces, press the shape on gently, and smooth the edge. Attach at the same firmness as the pot to reduce cracking.

Use soft to soft leather-hard clay. Cradle the back of the wall with your hand when pressing, since the thin wings and bee bodies can dent a mug or planter if it is unsupported.

Dust the stamp with cornstarch or press through plastic wrap. Brush clay out of the antennae and wing lines before it dries so the next butterfly or bee prints cleanly.

A thick, opaque glaze can fill shallow wing lines. Wipe underglaze into the impression, or use a breaking glaze, so the insects stay readable on mugs and tiles.

Yes, if you want a small insect near the foot of each piece as a signature. Press it the same way and at the same spot every time so buyers learn to recognize it.