About Natal
Natal Clay came to life during one of the toughest times I’ve ever faced. After my daughter was born, I struggled deeply with postpartum depression and severe anxiety. I felt completely lost, like there was nothing left of the person I used to be. I had forgotten what it felt like to enjoy life, to feel grateful and alive. It was then that I realised I was unwell, that this wasn’t a matter of willpower but something I couldn’t control. The hardest part was feeling guilty for not being able to fully connect with and enjoy my daughter—a beautiful gift from the universe. And yet, even in my lowest moments, a powerful, protective love pushed me to care for her. I always gave her my best; it was myself that I was leaving behind.
During this time, my inner critic took the wheel, letting fear and perfectionism take over. I felt like I wasn’t enough. But with the support of my husband and my daughter, who anchored me to life, I slowly began to heal. Little by little, I started seeing this experience as a chance to grow, reconnect, and rediscover myself. I learned to treat myself with kindness, to speak gently to myself, to lower my expectations, to be present, and to start taking care of my own needs.
This was when Natal Clay began—when polymer clay became a fundamental part of my healing process.
Through this journey, I remembered the joy I had always found in creating with my hands. Crafting had been a source of happiness for me, so I started carving out small moments just for myself. That’s when I discovered polymer clay, and it was love at first sight. The process of creating, learning, and bringing my ideas to life filled me with a joy and purpose I had been missing. Over time, I let go of the guilt of taking this time for myself, no matter how small. After months, I finally believed I deserved it and embraced it as a gift to myself.
When I realised I couldn’t stop making earrings and other jewellery, I knew I had to turn this passion into a small but meaningful business. This project empowered me and opened up a world of self-discovery—revealing an artist inside me who was ready to create and share beauty with others. My pieces began to brighten my days, making me feel more beautiful, even when it was hard to find beauty in the midst of depression.
Natal Clay has given me so much, and now my greatest wish is to share it with you. I hope that my story and my jewellery help you celebrate your own unique beauty and bring a little joy to your everyday life.