Silk Clay

Create embellishments out of silk clay, a self-hardening modeling mass.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   You can shape the clay in different ways. Use a small rolling pin or your hands.

   

2. Step 2

   Use a cookie cutter or other shapes (a glass for example) to create the form of your decoration

   

3. Step 3

   You can stamp with or without ink on the clay. It´s possible to color the clay with watercolors or alcohol based markers.

   

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5. Step 4 (Optional)

   Make a hole in the shape with an awl if you want to add a twine or ribbon.

   

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7. Step 5 (Optional)

   You can also create different miniatures or figures with your hands. Use any stamp and color it!

   

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9. Step 5 (Optional)

   Let the Silk Clay dry for a couple of hours before you place it on your project! You can use glue or 3D foam to fasten it.

   

Video!

Variations

1. Use your imagination and create! On this card I did some petals to create a flower.

   

Your Turn

You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Silk Clay. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!

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