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Time Required :
About 30 minutes
Intermediate
Intermediate
You're somewhat experienced with the skills necessary to complete this project, but you haven't mastered all the elements, yet.

creatology™ christmas clay ornament

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Step 1

Knead clay in your hands for a few minutes then roll into a ball.

Step 2

Shape your ornament into a circle, Christmas tree or any other desired shape. Use a craft stick to help smooth edges.
TIP: Draw your shape onto your wax (or palette) paper then shape the clay over the drawing.

Step 3

Use a toothpick to create a hole near the top to add a hanger, then set your ornament(s) aside to dry.

Step 4

Decorate your ornament with sequin, pom-poms or paint! Let glue and/or paint dry.
TIP: To create dots, use the end of a paintbrush and a toothpick for varying sizes.

Step 5

Thread a chenille pipe cleaner through the hole created at the top, shape into an oval and twist the ends together for the hanger.

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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Chenille Pipe Cleaners, 25ct. by Creatology™

    Item # 10041106 
    $1.99
    • Color: Multi
    • Size: 6 mm
    • Color: Multi
    • Size: 6 mm
    +More Colors
    • Color: Multi
    • Size: 6 mm
    +More Colors
    +More Options
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Multicolour Pom Pom Value Pack by Creatology™

    Item # 10197390 
    $3.49
    • Color: Multi
    • Size: 0.5 in
    • Color: Multi
    • Size: 0.5 in
    +More Sizes
    • Color: Multi
    • Size: 0.5 in
    +More Sizes
    +More Options
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    You’ll Need: 1

    7.5oz. Craft Glue by Creatology™

    Item # 10663224 
    Visit your local store for pricing
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Creatology™ Assorted Cup Sequins

    Item # 10475561 
    $4.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Jumbo Wood Craft Sticks, 40ct. by Creatology™

    Item # 10334891 
    $7
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Acrylic Paint Set by Creatology™

    Item # 10221317 
    $14
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Soft Clay Packs By Creatology®

    Item # 10567413 
    $6
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Primary Fine Line Marker Set by Creatology®

    Item # 10633441 
    $3.79
 
Tools
Tools
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Creatology™ Taklon Bristle Paintbrushes, 6pc

    Item # 10268871 
    $5.49
 
You’ll Also Need
  • Toothpick
  • Wax (or Palette) Paper
Instructions
Step 1

Knead clay in your hands for a few minutes then roll into a ball.

Step 2

Shape your ornament into a circle, Christmas tree or any other desired shape. Use a craft stick to help smooth edges.
TIP: Draw your shape onto your wax (or palette) paper then shape the clay over the drawing.

Step 3

Use a toothpick to create a hole near the top to add a hanger, then set your ornament(s) aside to dry.

Step 4

Decorate your ornament with sequin, pom-poms or paint! Let glue and/or paint dry.
TIP: To create dots, use the end of a paintbrush and a toothpick for varying sizes.

Step 5

Thread a chenille pipe cleaner through the hole created at the top, shape into an oval and twist the ends together for the hanger.

Share your project photos with #MakeItWithMichaels