# DIY Lace-Covered Pins This Activity Lets You Turn an Average Clay Pin into an Elegant Design By Tana Makmanee | Published 2013-03-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lacecovered-pins References: [kittenhood.wordpress](http://kittenhood.wordpress.com/2013/03/18/diy-lace-clay-pin/) Pins and clips are a great way to accentuate your ordinary outfits with some glamorous and chic touches, and if you're looking for some new accessories to deck your ensembles with, then these DIY lace-covered pins are a great option. By simply adding an eclectic pin to your jacket or shirt, it instantly adds a personal touch to it, and these lace-covered pins are a great way to add some elegant and feminine accents. Simply cover a [circular piece of clay](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculpd-pottery-kit) with your preferred lace pattern, press down on it and then remove the pattern. Now that your clay piece has been imprinted with the lace pattern, bake it in the oven and then let it cool. Add any tints of glitter or color that you like and you're done! Featured on the blog 'Kittenhood,' this DIY activity is a great way to add some sophisticated touches to your outfits without it costing you a fortune. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **DIY Accessories:** The trend of creating your own personal accessories to add unique touches to outfits. - **Lace as Design Accent:** The trend of using lace to add elegant and feminine touches to clothing and accessories. - **Clay Crafting:** The trend of using clay as a versatile medium for DIY crafts and accessories. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Accessories:** Opportunity to provide unique and personalized accessories for customers through DIY customization. - **Craft Supplies:** Opportunity to provide unique and versatile crafting supplies for the growing DIY market. - **Home Decor:** Opportunity to apply the trend of lace and clay crafting to home decor products such as vases and candle holders. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Galactic-Inspired Stationary Pins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planet-pins.md) - [Multi-Wear Hair Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truss-series-shippou.md) - [Minimal Paper Sconces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pin-sconce.md) - [Glam Bracelet-Making Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juicy-couture-bracelet-kit.md) - [Crystal Floral Arrangement Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-crystal-floral-kits.md) - [Button-Shaped Wearable Diffusers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alma-aroma-pin.md) - [Playful DIY Incense Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/incense-holder-kit.md) - [Color-In Press-On Nails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tipzy.md) - [Edible Flower Baking Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edible-flower-kit.md)