Clay Hanger

Stamp and color clay to create tile decor.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   Roll out the clay till it's really smooth (you have to be careful that it is not too thin (around 1/4" or 1/2 - 1 cm)

   

2. Step 2

   Cut out the shape with your clay tools.

   

3. Step 3

   Press stamp uninked into the clay.
   
   Hint:
   Be careful not to press to hard or too soft, but just something between. If you get any traces on the clay that you don’t want just gently rub them with you finger and some water ...but be gentle, any strong pressure will show on the surface.

   

4. Step 4

   Use a straw to make holes for the ribbon. Let it dry (at least 5 to 7 days but it depends on the temperature in the room).

   

5. Step 5

   When it is completely dry color the picture and add ribbon. Watercolor paints were used here to color the image.

   

Variations

1. Try working with clay on a smaller scale:
   Silk Clay Embellishments

   

Your Turn

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

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