We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Carrie STORY. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with carrie below.
Carrie, so good to have you with us today. We’ve always been impressed with folks who have a very clear sense of purpose and so maybe we can jump right in and talk about how you found your purpose?
I’ve always been drawn to artistic expression, but I didn’t fully understand my purpose until I discovered metal clay. I saw a medium with enormous creative potential that very few people understood or even had access to. That sparked something in me. Instead of just pursuing my own artistic path, I felt compelled to build a community, develop better tools and materials, and create opportunities for others to succeed.
That turning point became Clay Revolution. Over time, my purpose shifted from “making jewelry” to empowering other creators to explore a medium that breaks rules, expands possibilities, and gives people confidence to call themselves artists. Whether that’s through new products, education, or events like Project X, I’m driven by opening doors for people who might never have seen themselves as artists before.
My purpose isn’t simply to run a company—it’s to push the metal clay industry forward and make creativity more accessible, modern, and exciting. And honestly, nothing feels more purposeful than watching someone create something they never imagined they could make.
Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?
I’m the founder of Clay Revolution, a company dedicated to empowering artists through innovation in metal clay. My work combines product development, education, and community building in a medium that many people still don’t realize exists. Metal clay allows everyday makers to create fine metal jewelry from a soft, moldable material—without traditional metalworking equipment—and that accessibility is exactly what makes this field so exciting.
What I love most is the moment when someone realizes they don’t have to be a silversmith to make beautiful, professional-quality pieces. That spark of possibility is why our motto is centered around liberating creativity. We’re not just selling products—we’re opening a doorway to artistic confidence.
Our brand is known for pushing into new territory, and this year has been especially exciting. We’ve been developing a line of 3D-printed texture rollers unlike anything currently available in the metal clay space. They let artists add intricate designs and professional texture in seconds, and we’re launching them officially at our new educational event, Project X Clay Summit. It’s a hybrid experience where top instructors teach advanced metal clay techniques, and artists across the globe can participate.
Between new product releases, innovative tools, and expanded educational opportunities, Clay Revolution continues to move the metal clay community forward. My goal is to keep this medium growing, modern, and energized—and to invite more people into a creative space they may not have discovered yet.
There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?
When I look at the growth of Clay Revolution and the metal clay community as a whole, three qualities stand out as game-changers for me: curiosity, resilience, and a builder’s mindset.
Curiosity pushed me beyond “what metal clay currently is” and into “what it could become.” That’s what led me into product development, new firing techniques, education, and now major industry events. Curiosity keeps me looking for the next gap to fill, the next tool to design, or the next artist who needs support.
Resilience allowed me to keep moving forward in a niche industry that doesn’t always have a map. There were many moments where it would’ve been easy to scale back, but staying committed to innovation—especially in a small field—has been crucial to building something that actually moves the medium forward.
And finally, having a builder’s mindset meant not waiting for someone else to create what our industry needed. If a tool didn’t exist, we designed it. If an advanced learning path didn’t exist, we built programs and events. The most exciting parts of Clay Revolution happened because we refused to settle for what was already available.
How can folks who want to work with you connect?
Yes—absolutely. Clay Revolution has always been built around community, and collaboration is a big part of how we continue pushing the metal clay industry forward. I’m especially interested in connecting with instructors, artists, manufacturers, and creative brands who are excited about modern tools, innovative techniques, and expanding awareness of metal clay.
We’re also developing partnerships for our upcoming Project X Metal Clay Summit, so I’m always open to conversations with educators, suppliers, or industry voices who want to share their expertise or be part of future events. If someone reading this is passionate about empowering creators—whether through products, content, education, or creative technology—I’d love to explore how we might work together.
The easiest way to connect is by reaching out through ClayRevolution.com or sending a message through our social platforms. I genuinely enjoy meeting people who are excited about shaping the future of this medium. Collaboration is how our entire community grows.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.clayrevolution.com
- Instagram: @clayrevolution
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clayrevolution
- Youtube: @clayrevolution5738
so if you or someone you know deserves recognition please let us know here.
