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Clay Incense Holder

Make a pretty incense holder using clay. It’s really easy and takes only 5 minutes. Incense should only be burned […]

Clay Coasters

Create beautiful white coasters with clay and 3 decorative buttons. It’s so easy to do and makes a fantastic gift for […]

Citrus Slice Coasters

Use air-dry clay and paint to create colorful coasters that are lots of fun for summer. They’re easy to make, […]

Clay Bracelet

Create a simple, yet beautiful, bracelet with air dry clay. It’s so easy to do and lots of fun for a […]

Mandala Clay Magnets

Create beautiful mandalas on clay, then attach magnets to use them on the refrigerator. Make a set for yourself and another […]

Clay Jellyfish

This fun jellyfish decoration is made of clay and fabric. It’s a fun way to use up remnants and scraps that […]

Hanging Clay Mandala

Create a beautiful mandala using clay. Then hang it up for everyone to enjoy.

Button Stick Sculpture

This button stick sculpture allows kids to work on fine motor and building skills, and is a great introduction to […]

Playdough Snails

Collect empty shells during a nature walk, then use them to make playdough snails. For an added challenge, you can try […]

Clay Hand Ring Holder

Make this hand-shaped ring dish for Mother’s Day. It’s a thoughtful and practical gift she’ll treasure for years to come.

Colorful Mini Clay Dishes

These little dishes are perfect for holding jewelry, paper clips, or other small items. They’re so easy to make, very […]

Homemade Playdough Packs

Create these fun homemade playdough packs.  They can be made ahead of time and pulled out in a pinch.  Plus […]

Greek Kompoloi (Worry Beads)

These strings of clay beads are used by the Greeks for relaxation, to pass the time, and to guard against bad luck. They’re […]

Color Me Happy Heart Pendant

Color Me Happy Heart Pendant

Use markers to color air dry clay, then roll it out and cut with a cookie cutter. When it’s dry, embellish […]

Clay Buttons

Clay Buttons

Create your own colorful buttons with air dry clay! Use them for crafting or clothing.

Snowman Magnets and Notes

Snowman Magnets and Notes

Create adorable clay snowmen magnets and fun matching note paper. It makes a great gift for just about anyone.

Snowy Fairy Village

Snowy Fairy Village

Use clay to make a winter fairy village. There’s so much room for creativity!

LEGO Playdough Gingerbread House

LEGO Playdough Gingerbread House

This fun twist on the classic gingerbread house uses two things kids love: Legos and playdough! Brick by brick, kids can […]

Christmas Play Dough

Christmas Play Dough

This easy holiday play dough has only four ingredients. Use it with cookie cutters to make Christmas ornaments.

Clay Donut Ornament

Clay Donut Ornament

Know someone who loves donuts? Make this fun and easy clay donut ornament to tie onto their gift and hang […]

Homemade Paper Clay

Homemade Paper Clay

Follow the simple directions to make air-dry paper clay. This inexpensive material can be used for paper mache and a […]

Gingerbread Salt Dough Ornaments

Gingerbread Salt Dough Ornaments

Make durable salt dough ornaments that smell and look like gingerbread cookies. They look great on the Christmas tree and […]

Peppermint Playdough

Peppermint Playdough

Follow the easy recipe to make peppermint play dough that smells like the holidays. Then pair it with straws to build […]

Nut and Seed Salt Dough Ornaments

Nut and Seed Salt Dough Ornaments

Try this beautiful, organic take on classic salt dough ornaments. Use colorful, natural seeds and nuts to let your creativity […]

Swedish Tomte Christmas Ornament

Swedish Tomte Christmas Ornament

Make these cute little Scandinavian tomte Christmas ornaments for your tree this year. These mythical creatures also make fun gift toppers.

Miniature Clay Cornucopia

Miniature Clay Cornucopia

Make a mini colorful cornucopia filled with fruits and flora. With air-dry clay, craft paint and some paper leaves, it’s […]

Money-Filled Faux Ice Cream Sundae

Money-Filled Faux Ice Cream Sundae

Use air dry clay to make a faux sundae that looks good enough to eat. Even better, there is money […]

Playdough Ghosts

Playdough Ghosts

These playful Halloween Ghosts are made from homemade playdough. This craft is a fabulous sensory experience for little hands.

Glow-in-the-Dark Monster Eyeball Keychains

Glow-in-the-Dark Monster Eyeball Keychains

These glow-in-the-dark monster eyeball key chains are a great alternative to candy for trick-or-treaters or a classroom party. They’re easy […]

Dali Melting Clocks

Dali Melting Clocks

Make clay sculptures based on the melting clocks Salvador Dali’s painting, ‘The Persistence of Memory’. This is a wonderful activity […]

Play Dough Monsters

Dough Monsters

Make these fun little monsters out of homemade playdough. This craft will delight the youngest of crafters!

Rainbow Salt Dough Leaves

Rainbow Salt Dough Leaves

Create beautiful rainbow leaves from pressed salt dough. Kids will love this pretty, nature-inspired craft.

Pumpkin Clay Pencil Toppers

Clay Pumpkin Pencil Toppers

Use homemade clay to make these cute pumpkin toppers and holder. They’re a fun way to add a fall touch […]

Cement Pac-Man Magnets

Cement Pac-Man Magnets

Use a silicon mold and quick-drying cement (or any sort of dough or clay) to make awesome Pac-Man magnets. They […]

Clay Maps

Clay Maps

Create clay maps of special places in your city or state or elsewhere in the world. It’s a great way to […]

Baby-Safe Playdough

Baby-Safe Playdough

This play dough is made of entirely edible ingredients, so it’s safe for the even the youngest of crafters. It is […]

Puffy Paint Fair Food

Puffy Paint Fair Food

Kids will love using microwave-activated puffy paint to sculpt their favorite fair foods. It’s a great summer activity.

Long Lasting Sand Castles

Long Lasting Sand Castles

The worst thing about sandcastles is that they don’t last very long. Here’s a long-lasting version you can do at […]

Simple Sand Play Dough

Simple Sand Play Dough

Use sand to make a fun play dough that is easily moldable into shapes. Try using it to make a […]

Oven-Baked Clay Coasters

Oven-Baked Clay Coasters

These oven-baked clay coasters are such a fun craft and functional too. Pick clay in your favorite colors then create […]

Foam Dough

Foam Dough

Combine cornstarch and shaving cream together to make a batch of foam dough for an afternoon of play. It’s a […]

Clay Crab Necklace

Clay Crab

This adorable clay crab makes a fun necklace, zipper pull or keychain. It’s so easy to do!

Two-Ingredient Super Silky Play Dough

Two-Ingredient Super Silky Playdough

This homemade play dough is super silky and soft and is made with only two ingredients: corn starch and hair […]

Model Magic Finger Puppets

Model Magic Finger Puppets

Create whimsical finger puppets using air-dry clay. Once you know the basic steps, the possibilities are endless!

Glitter Play Dough

Glitter Playdough

This play dough is made using salt, flour, water and food coloring. Add glitter for more interest and sparkle!

Adobe House Planter

Adobe House Succulent Planter

This three-tiered planter is inspired by the shapes of adobe houses in the southwestern US. It is made of oven-bake […]

Clay Flower Vase Necklace

Clay Flower Vase Necklace

These cute clay vase necklaces are so easy to make. When they’re done, just add water and real flowers for an […]

Father’s Day Magnets

Father’s Day Magnets

Dads will love this unique Father’s Day gift. These clay magnets tell what makes him so special!

Springtime Clay Ornaments

Springtime Clay Ornaments

Winter isn’t the only time to make and hang pretty ornaments! Follow the easy steps to make colorful springtime ornaments […]

Baymax Clay Figurine

Baymax Clay Figurine

Have some family fun with Big Hero 6. First watch the movie, then create these figurines!

St. Patrick Shamrock Clay Pins

St. Patrick’s Day Shamrock Clay Pins

Ward off the pinches with these marbled clay shamrock pins. They’re so much fun to make and couldn’t be easier!

Valentine Play Dough

Valentine Play Dough

Make sparkly, glittery play dough that is perfect for Valentine’s Day fun. It’s inexpensive and easy to do!

Playdough Stick Structures

Playdough Stick Structures

Make homemade playdough even better by creating stick structures! This easy activity will provide lots of creative fun.

Clay Snowmen

Clay Snowmen

Use air-dry clay, brads, sticks and felt to make these adorable snowmen. They’re cute as necklaces, magnets, or simply as decoration […]

Fondant Rose

Fondant Rose

Making beautiful roses from fondant is surprisingly easy! This method also works well for clay sculpture.

Salt Dough Christmas Tree Decorations

Salt Dough Christmas Ornaments

Kids of all ages will enjoy making Christmas ornaments out of salt dough. It’s so easy to do and you’ll enjoy […]

Airplane Ornaments

Airplane Ornaments

Use Sculpy clay to make adorable ornaments that look just like the characters from Disney’s Planes! The kids will love […]

Mock Gingerbread Ornaments

Mock Gingerbread Ornaments

Use oven-bake clay to create beautiful gingerbread man ornaments that last for years. These make wonderful gifts.

Painted Clay Ornaments

Painted Clay Ornaments

Make painted clay ornaments that you’ll treasure year after year. It’s easy and fun!

Clay Doll-Sized Sushi

Clay Doll-Sized Sushi

Use clay to make the cutest American Girls doll-sized sushi. Great for hours of pretend play.

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