Behind the Bench
Welcome to our corner of the creative world. This newsletter is more than just an update; it’s a direct window into the hands-on journey of building a brand from scratch. As a student and full-time maker, I started this space to share the messy, beautiful reality of crafting polymer clay jewelry and home goods by hand.
We believe in the "authentic-first" approach. Here, we don't just show the finished product—we share the inspiration behind our botanical designs, the trial and error of new collections, and the day-to-day life of a sister-led boutique.
Whether you are here for the art or the entrepreneurship, we’re so glad to have you in our community of Sculpters.
Cori & I in our original home studio, 2021
How it Started
Amber & Co. wasn't born in a boardroom; it was born at our kitchen table in 2021. Like many of you, my sister Cori and I found ourselves with a lot of time on our hands and a need for a creative outlet to keep us grounded. What started as a casual way to bond and stay busy quickly turned into an obsession with the tactile nature of polymer clay. We realized pretty quickly that we made a great team—and that our handmade creations were something other people wanted to bring into their own homes. Since then, we’ve traded the kitchen table for a dedicated studio, but that same spirit of curiosity and connection is in every piece we make.
And Now…
As you can see from the video above, things look a little different now! We’ve officially moved into our very own professional studio, and we’ve evolved into a "whole brand" that we absolutely love.
We’ve traded the one-off market hauls for intentional monthly collections and a dedicated space where we can truly focus on the craft. But we didn't want to create in isolation—we wanted to bring you into the process with us.
More Than Just a Shop
Today, our boutique is a creative hub for our community of Sculpters. Here is what life looks like in the studio now:
Monthly Collections: Curated, botanical-themed releases that celebrate the seasons.
In-Person Workshops: We love sitting down with you in the studio to help you find your own creative spark through hands-on clay sessions.
Learn From Anywhere: For those who can't make it to the studio, we’ve bottled up our secrets! We now offer comprehensive digital learning modules and manuals for purchase and download, so you can master the art of clay on your own schedule. The first two modules are on us!
Behind-the-Scenes: Through our newsletter and "mocumentary" style videos, you get an all-access pass to the messy, beautiful reality of running a handmade business.
The Little Details: We’re suckers for a theme. Keep a close eye on our logo—it loves to change its "outfit" to match the holidays and the changing seasons!
Whether you’ve been with us since the kitchen-table days or you’re just joining the family, we are so glad you’re here. This is a space for authentic art, sister-led passion, and a whole lot of clay.
Stay creative,
Amber & Cori Founders, Amber & Co.
READY TO MASTER THE CRAFT?
Click the button below to download your first two modules for free and start diving into the science behind what we do.
Once you’ve explored the foundations, you can grab the remaining modules individually or unlock everything with The Jewelry Lab: The Complete Manual to Intentional Craftsmanship.
We’re so glad you’re part of our journey. Whether you’re here to shop, learn, or just watch us create, you’re officially part of the studio family now. Stay tuned for our next drop—we can't wait to show you what we’ve been working on!
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Hands full of clay (and heart full of gratitude),
— Amber & Cori