Ever wonder how stony corals grow to form massive reef structures? The answer is, slowly (1-10 millimeters a year)! Each coral polyp sits in a stony cup, or calyx, the floor of which is called the basal plate. Periodically, the polyp lifts off its base and secretes a new basal plate above the old one, creating a small chamber in the skeleton. Calcium carbonate is then deposited into this chamber, elevating the coral. Learn more here: https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/education/tutorial_corals/coral0

515K views · 10K reactions | Another polymer clay cane reveal! This time with some process pictures and the charm I made at the end. | Polymer Clay Workshop | Facebook

3.9K views · 63 reactions | These POP theme keepsake wedding cake toppers were just delightful to make. I'm sure these made their wedding cake POP! They were created with ApoxieSculpt (my new favorite clay) and polymer clay (my go-to). I hope you like them my friends! Remember that if you're ever in need of custom edible or keepsake cake toppers, you can always get in touch with me. | Krazy Kool Cakes & Designs by Laura E. Varela | Facebook