How to Make a Standing Tiger Out of Clay

How to Make a Panda Bear Out of Clay

Things You’ll Need

• Brown, black, and pink or peach clay
• Rolling pin
• Clay knife
• Aluminum foil
• Baking sheet
• Oven

Many kids enjoy making figurines of their favorite animals and fictional characters out of modeling clay. If your child is loves teddy bears, help him make a clay bear. Working with modeling clay gives young children the opportunity to exercise their creative skills and problem-solving skills. After completing the project, your child will be able to keep the figurine or give it as a gift to a friend.

Make two spheres out of brown clay. One should be 1 1/2 inches tall and the other 3 1/2 inches. These will become the bear’s torso and head.

Cut off the bottom of the large sphere so that the bear’s torso is able to stand on its own. Place the smaller sphere on top of the larger one. Use your finger to blend the two pieces of clay together.

Roll a piece of brown clay into an inch-thick coil. It should be long enough to wrap around the bear’s torso. Place the coil against the back of the torso. Bring the two ends of the coil to the center of the bear’s chest as if his paws are touching.

Make two cylinders out of brown clay. Each cylinder should measure 1 inch tall and 1 inch thick. Turn each cylinder on its side. Place one end of a cylinder against the position on the bear’s torso where the number 5 would be on an analog clock. Blend the two pieces together to give the bear a foot. Use the same technique to attach the second cylinder to the torso where the number 7 would be located.

Make a small sphere out of brown clay. Cut the sphere in half to create two semi-circles for ears. Place one ear onto the bear’s head where the number 1 would be on an analog clock and blend together. Place the second ear where the number 11 would be situated and blend.

Use a rolling pin to flatten a piece of orange or peach colored clay. Use a clay knife to cut small circle with a diameter of 3/4 of an inch, out of the clay. Place the circle, which represents the muzzle, onto the middle of the bear’s face and blend the two pieces together.

Make three 1/8-inch spheres out of black clay. Place two where the bear’s eyes should be positioned and blend together. Place the remaining black sphere, the bear’s nose, at top of the muzzle and blend.

Use the clay knife to draw a horizontal line on the bear’s muzzle beneath the nose. Use a horizontal line that slightly curves downwards in the middle.

Leave the bear to air dry if you are using a no-bake variety of clay. Otherwise, preheat your oven to the temperature indicated by the clay’s instructions. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place the bear onto the sheet. Bake the bear according to the clay’s instructions.

Animal figurine I did based on images from internet:

When I was new in clay craft few years ago, I always follow the step-by-step instructions provided by other artist to create figurine with air dry clay.

As time goes by, my modeling skill improved and nowadays designing and making my own clay figures of the animals are not a problem at all.

I am happy to share my finding and experience with you so you can design your own figurine too.

Design Concept & Planning

1. First of all think about the purpose of your figurine. Is it for hanging ornaments? Cake topper? Wearable items? Stand alone sculpture? Table decoration? Group of figurines?
2. Next, choose the type of animal you want to make with air dry clay.
3. And then choose your color scheme. Would you like to have the color of the figurine close to the actual animal or would you like to have the color matches your overall design?
4. From here, draw a rough sketch of the animal pose, expression and the color you want to create.

Choosing the Style

So are you going to model a lifelike animal with realistic appearance or are you going to model a cartoon style figurine?

I like cute style because the animal looks adorable this way.

Converting Idea to Clay Model

You may have decided the type of the animal you are going to create but not sure about the detail.

Open your children story books and you may surprise to see there are many good animal pictures inside. Also, hobby magazines, tourist information booklets, postcards and internet are good to find information about animals.

After getting the animal picture I like, I would normally make a copy and then scribble on it to find basic geometrical shapes , simplify the shapes , pick up my clay material and start sculpting the animal.

Follow my 4 design steps:

1. (a) Clay design ideas (here is a picture from The Telepgraph 19/12/12)
2. (b) Identifying animals’s shape
3. (c) Simplifying the shape & preparing the clay basic shape
4. (d) Executing/ assembling clay components

Creating Expressive Figures

Your figurine will look more attractive and fascinating with expression. You can create the expression by changing its position, changing facial expression or adding props.

Different-shaped eyes, eyebrows, noses, mouths and ears can change the character of your figurine.

Look at my Franklin the Frog expression 🙂

The frog figures are modification of those in Maureen Carlson’s Book, Clay Characters for Kids.

Ready to make animal figurine? Follow my tutorial for a start.

PS. When I have new page, I will add that to “more tutorial” list.

Discover how easy it is to create amazing paper mache works of art. Start by deciding what you want to make—the possibilities are almost limitless with paper mache. Two of the more popular items to make are a pinata and volcano. When you know what you want to make, then create the base or form for your project.

What You’ll Need

Equipment / Tools

• Paper mache form

Materials

• Paper mache paste
• Newspaper
• Paint

Instructions

Prepare the Paste

Decide what type of paper mache paste works best for your project, then prepare it. You have three options for paste:

• No-Cook Paste Recipe: This simple recipe requires only flour, water, a bowl, and a whisk.
• Cooked Paste Recipe: Although this recipe is similar to the no-cook version, the paste is a little stronger and smoother.
• Resin Paper Mache Paste Recipe: Resin will give your finished paper mache project a hard finish, making your finished projects more durable.

Tear the Newspaper

Rip the newspaper into strips—do not cut it. Torn strips lay smoother on the form. The length of your strips may vary depending on the size of your project; however, you will want your strips to be about 1 to 2 inches wide.

Dip the Newspaper

Dip one piece of newspaper at a time into the paper mache paste. You want the newspaper strip to be saturated. Hold the saturated strip over the paste bowl and run it through your fingers to squeeze off any excess paste.

Apply to the Form

Stick the newspaper strip over your form and smooth it down with your fingers. Completely cover your form with a layer of the saturated newspaper strips. They should all be over-lapping and running in different directions. After one layer is applied, let it dry completely. This can take up to 24 hours.

Repeat the Process

Once the first layer is dry, apply a second layer of newspaper strips and let it dry completely. Repeat this process until you get the desired look, but you should have at least three layers of newspaper strips. Again, let each layer dry completely.

If you want to add smaller details to your project, you can use a pulp recipe. This pulp can be used like clay.

Decorate the Art

Once all of the paper mache layers are applied and dried, you are ready to paint, decorate, and proudly display your work of art.

Adorn your abode with these cute creations.

Sure, scarecrows got their start protecting freshly seeded fields from critters like crows and sparrows. But you don’t need to be tending a big plot of land to enjoy them nowadays. Straw men—and women, for that matter—have become one of autumn’s most iconic symbols. Along with pumpkins and fall leaves, when scarecrows arrive in yards, you know fall has, too. This year, why not celebrate the season by making one (or more) of these nifty 20+ DIY scarecrow ideas? From fall crafts for kids to decorations for your porch, garden, front door, and front yard, these are easy peasy projects that will have your place looking festive straight on through Thanksgiving. There’s no doubt that autumn is a great time to craft—after all, the weather has started to cool and everyone is heading back indoors—so if you’re looking for more DIY ideas, don’t miss our fall wreaths, Mason jar fall crafts, and pumpkin carving ideas. Of course, if you don’t much feel like lifting a finger that’s okay, too, because we’ve also rounded up some adorable scarecrows here that you can buy ready made! Happy fall, y’all!

Make your fall mantel extra adorable this year by adorning it with this cute Mason jar craft. If you’d like, you could also paint it to match the rest of your seasonal decor.

Get the tutorial at Yesterday on Tuesday.

Overview

One of the more common mold making application questions that we receive is how to mold and cast a four legged animal, such as a horse with different leg positions and flowing tail. The key to being successful and subsequently getting a perfect reproduction is to know where to properly place air vents and also where to make your extraction cut line.

Mold Max® 30 is the mold rubber featured for this demonstration. The mold will be a one piece cut block mold with air vents placed at strategic points to minimize air entrapment during casting. Smooth-Cast® 300 casting resin is then used to make an exact duplicate of the original model.

Materials Used in this Tutorial

• Hot Melt Glue Gun
• Black Marker
• Measuring Tape
• Melamine Board
• Vacuum Chamber
• Mold Max 30

• Knife
• Smooth-Cast 300
• Mold Straps
• Mixing Sticks
• Mixing Containers

Step 1: Preparing Model

The original model is moderately complex with fine detail in the mane and facial features. In examining this model for potential problems we observed that the posed legs are not uniform; each contacted the base board at a different angle. Once the model is completely encapsulated in rubber you will need to know where to make the extraction cut. Two reference lines will be drawn. The first reference line is drawn with a marker along the underside of the horse from the mouth to the tip of tail.

Use hot melt glue to stabilize and secure the model to a base board. To prevent air entrapment during casting, create air vents at strategic points on the model. In this case, wooden dowels are glued in place at the tip of the tail and mouth. The second reference line is drawn onto the base board mirroring the guide lines that were first drawn on the model. The line is extended a minimum of 2 inches past the horse in both directions. This line will transfer onto the surface of the mold rubber.

Measurements are taken and a mold box is built using 3/4 inch/1.9 cm melamine board available at most Home Supply Centers. The interior dimensions of the box should be at least 10 inches/25.4 cm long, by 4 inches/10.16 cm wide, by 7 1/2 inches/19.05 cm tall. The mold box has a minimum of 1/2 inch/1.27 cm clearance on all sides including the highest point of the model (the ears). The box is secured to the base board with Hot Melt Glue. This will also ensure that the mold rubber will not escape at the interface.

Step 2: Pouring Mold Max 30

Mix Mold Max® 30 silicone rubber, then vacuum in a vacuum chamber to remove air bubbles. Pour the material slowly into the lowest point of the mold box and allow it to seek its own level up and over the model. Once the mold box is completely filled with Mold Max® 30 silicone rubber, allow the material to cure a minimum of 16 hours before removing the sides of the mold box.

Step 3: Demolding

Carefully separate the base board from the mold. Gently release the points where the model and wooden dowels are attached to the board.

EXTRACTING THE MODEL: The reference line drawn on the base board has transfered to the mold rubber and is visible on the surface of the mold. A pair of helping hands is recommended during this process to hold the mold walls apart while cutting. Carefully cut the mold with a series of small slices using the reference line as a guide. Work your way through the Mold Max® 30 using the lines on the surface of the mold and model as guides. Continue to make small careful cuts following the lines until the horse can be comfortably extracted from the mold.

NOTE: Do not over cut the rubber mold as this will cause problems with alignment. Remove the original model from the Mold Max® 30 mold.

Step 4: Creating and Finsihing Casting

The Mold Max® 30 silicone mold rubber reflects perfect detail captured from the original model. Use Two Mold Box boards from the long axis to support the rubber mold for casting. To secure the mold structure during casting, use a mold strap as well. Mix Smooth-Cast® 300 casting resin and slowly pour it into the mold. Allow the Smooth-Cast® 300 to cure for a minimum of 30 minutes before demolding. Due to the thin leg sections on this model, the resin is allowed to cure for longer than indicated on the Technical Bulletin.

Trim away the flashing with an X-Acto knife. The Smooth-Cast® 300 casting resin perfectly reproduces every detail of the original model and is ready for post finishing. Casting companies around the world know Mold Max® 30 silicone rubber as a production grade silicone capable of generating many castings.

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Clay Pot Angels

Sweet little angels to sit on your desk.

Approximate Time: 30 minutes

Supplies:

• clay pot, 2 inches high x 2.5 inches across top
• 3 inch section of silver metallic pipe cleaner
• wired edged ribbon, sheer for wings, about an inch wide
• doll hair
• 4 wooden beads, 1/2 inch
• hot glue
• lace at least 2 inches wide
• wooden bead 1.25 inches wide (I use dowel ends)
• ribbon for legs, arms and bow
• color markers for face
• small bead or pearl
• acrylic paint, white and flesh color

Instructions:

Paint the clay pot white (or any color you want as a theme for your angel). Paint the round bead fleshtone. Will dry in about 10 minutes.

Meanwhile cut a length of ribbon about 10 inches long. Attach a bead at each end and knot the ends to keep in place. Cut another length about 6 inches long and attach a bead at each end, knotting the ends.

When paint is dry, using markers (or paint if you’d like) make a face on the wood bead. I find making her eyes closed is easiest.

Cut a length of lace to go around the pot as her dress. The pot will sit upside down. I usually take a needle and loosely thread through the top to gather, but you can just glue if you have puffy lace.

Fold the longer ribbon in half and thread through the hole in bottom of the pot. Bring up the loop a bit and thread the shorter length through the loop as shown in pic.

Make the shorter length even on each side of pot as arms. Make the longer piece even for legs and gently pull the ribbons until flush with pot. Add a bit of hot glue to hold in place. If ribbon looks a little long, cut a bit off and re-knot.

Glue hair in strips until you are satisfied with the outcome. Hair can be painted if you would rather. Make a circle from the pipe cleaner and glue to head as a halo.

Glue her head to the pot. Make a bow and glue to her front and add a bead or pearl in center of bow.

Form a bow as wings from the wire edged ribbon and glue to her back.

By Myst from Muncie, IN

Questions

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Question: Making a Flower Pot Angel?

I am looking for the instructions for a flower pot angel, #22 or #28.

Author by Amanda Formaro on February 10, 2020 Updated on February 10, 2020

I was poking around the Internet looking for some fun ideas for kid’s puppets and found myself in a wonderland of cuteness! The sheer number of ideas for kid’s puppets is astounding and I couldn’t just keep them all to myself. So I’ve put together a collection of some of my favorites, from finger puppets to paper bag puppets to shadow puppets, there’s a lot of ideas here to keep the kids busy!

Kid’s Puppets You Can Make

I started a Pinterest board for puppet crafts because there were just so many ideas out there, I didn’t want to lose them! So be sure to follow that board too if you love puppet crafts the way that I do. 🙂

P.S. Some of the crafts collected here are puppets that I have made, whether they be on this blog or somewhere else. The rest are from other designers, I hope you love them all!

Paper Bag Puppets

• Paper Bag Raccoon Puppets – Artsy Momma
• Paper Bag Frog Puppet – Crafts by Amanda
• Paper Bag Dog Puppet – All Kids Network
• Nut Job Squirrel Puppets– Crafts by Amanda
• Fandango Paper Bag Puppets – Chocolate Muffin Tree

Finger Puppets

• Easy Pipe Cleaner Finger Puppets – One Little Project
• Monster Finger Puppets – Inspiration Made Simple
• Minion Finger Puppets – Crafts on Sea
• Spring Animal Finger Puppets – Happy Hooligans

Stick Puppets

• Storytime 3 Little Pigs Puppets – Learn Create Love
• Paper Plate Clown Puppet – Crafts by Amanda
• Farm Animal Stick Puppets – Crafts by Amanda

Sock Puppets

• Puppy Sock Puppet – AOK Corral
• Girl Sock Puppet – Brave Turtle Creations
• Giraffe Sock Puppet – Woo! Jr.
• Dragon Sock Puppet – Kids Craft Room / My Little Three and Me

Hand Puppets

• Monster Glove Puppets – Hello Glow
• Easy Mitten Puppets – Crafts by Amanda
• Animal Hand Puppets – Krokotak
• Shark Mitten Puppet – A Night Owl Blog

Shadow Puppets

• Shadow Puppet Printable Cut Outs – 100 Directions
• Shadow Puppet Printables – Handmade Charlotte
• Cereal Box Shadow Puppet Theater – Kix Cereal
• Shadow Puppet Theater – The Nerd’s Wife
• Three Little Pigs Shadow Puppets – In the Playroom

Marionette Puppets

• Shadow Puppet Theater – Free Kids Crafts
• Unicorn Marionette – Red Ted Art

More Puppet Crafts on the Blog

• Halloween Paper Bag Puppets
• Shadow Puppet Theater
• Paper Bag Scarecrow
• Wookie Finger Puppets
• Paper Bag Pirate Puppet

I hope this collection of kid’s puppets has inspired you to make something! Remember, there are LOTS of toilet paper roll crafts that can be used as puppets too. You can find all of my cardboard tube crafts here.

This post originally appeared here on Dec 31, 2014.

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Bentonite clay is a natural clay with a fine, soft texture. It forms a paste when mixed with water. Some people use this paste for medical or cosmetic benefits, such as treating rashes and acne or as a hair mask.

People have used bentonite clay to remove impurities on the skin, such as oils, and toxins from the body for thousands of years.

Bentonite clay is present in many skin products, but some people also add it to foods or drinks with the aim of relieving digestive issues or removing toxins from the body.

Many studies have looked at the health benefits of bentonite clay, though most of this research has used animal or cell models. More research is needed before scientists will know the true benefits and risks of bentonite clay in humans.

In this article, we will look at the research behind 11 potential health benefits of bentonite clay, along with potential risks.

Share on Pinterest Bentonite clay can remove toxins from the body and help treat oily skin.

Scientists believe that bentonite clay works by adsorbing oils and dirt from the skin.

The theory is that bentonite clay adsorbs materials by sticking to their molecules or ions. As the clay leaves the body, it takes the toxin or other molecules with it.

When a person uses it on the skin, bentonite clay may have the power to adsorb oils and bacteria. When they consume the clay, it may adsorb toxins or other unwanted substances from the digestive tract.

Bentonite clay contains natural minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and iron, which may provide additional benefits.

Bentonite clay forms from volcanic ash. It gets its name from Fort Benton in Wyoming, where it occurs in large amounts. People can also find this clay in other places where volcanic ash has settled into the ground. Montmorillonite clay, named after Montmorillon in France, is the same type of clay.

The following list looks at the benefits of bentonite clay and what the research says.

Some people ingest bentonite clay with the aim of removing toxins from the body. This may be one of its most well studied benefits.

Various studies suggest that bentonite clay may reduce the effects of toxins.

For example, a study on chicks found that bentonite clay reduced the effects of a toxin called aflatoxin B1, which comes from certain types of mold. Chicks that received a concentrated bentonite clay product had fewer toxic effects than those who did not receive the clay.

Another study looked at the effects of montmorillonite clay, which is very similar to bentonite clay, on reducing toxins in children in Ghana, West Africa. In the study area, aflatoxins in homemade nutritional supplements are linked with poor growth and related disabilities.

The researchers found that children who received a calcium montmorillonite clay product each day for 2 weeks had fewer signs of aflatoxins in their urine than those who did not receive it.

In a small-scale animal study, rats consumed wastewater that contained cyanide. Researchers gave some of the rats various amounts of bentonite clay or a placebo. Those that received the most clay had the lowest amount of the toxin in their bodies after 3 weeks.

Scientists need to conduct more research before they can confirm that bentonite clay is safe and effective for use in humans.

How to use

Mix up to 1 teaspoon (tsp) of bentonite clay with 6–8 ounces (oz) of purified water and drink once per day.

People can buy bentonite clay powder in drug stores or choose from many brands online. Be sure to choose a form of clay that the manufacturer has labeled as edible.

Take bentonite clay at least 2 hours before or after taking any medications. Because it can adsorb other molecules, bentonite clay may bind to some medications and reduce their effectiveness.

Introduction: Make Fun Masks Out of Cardboard!

I have been making masks for several years, and only last year, being on a more stringent budget, I decided to use cardboard for the major part of the masks I had been making. It is such a flexible material in terms of usage, and it’s free! I just go to the grocery store at 5am, and the night crew is finishing up with their stocking so am able to get all the cardboard I want. I keep my eyes open as I drive around and usually find cardboard of all kinds just lying on the ground by stores that have opened their boxes and not disposed of them yet. For this instructable, I will make a Swami, but please look at the other pictures in this step.

Step 1: Tools and Materials Needed

All the usual arts and craft tools, scissors, craft knife, ruler, paint, pencils, etc. Some construction paper is used for various parts of the face: eyes, nose, mouth, etc. And of course, one of my favorite materials: Cardboard!

Step 2: Start With a Template

I use the templates available from[http:// fellersartsfactory.com] For this example mask, I will use a previously cut template, but when you get the kit(s) they are printed on a full sheet of heavy stock. Place the pieces on the cardboard, arranging them so that the best use of your material is accomplished.

Step 3: Cut Cardboard Pieces on Bandsaw

I use my bandsaw for this task. The cardboard can be cut with scissors or craft knives, but I have found this method so much faster and neater.

Step 4: Make the Features

For the most part, heavy construction paper is used to construct the eyes. I did cut the beard, nose, feather, and ear ring out with cardboard, and just painted them as shown in the next step.

Step 5: Paint Pieces Using Acrylic Craft Paint

I use regular craft paint to paint the features with. Since I have the paint and cardboard, I am saving the cost of buying expensive construction paper, and it helps recycle the materials. And, the painting doesn’t have to be perfect, you just want to lay down the appropriate colors. and those can be anything you choose!

Step 6: Glue Cardboard Pieces Together

I have been using regular white glue, school glue, tacky glue, wood glue, etc. any water based adhesive seems to work fine. Place parts together according to the template and or picture of the finished project. Try to be fairly accurate in the placement of these parts, as it’s difficult to re-glue parts after they have dried. The white glue dries rather rapidly, but sometimes, I will weight a piece or pieces with a brick or other similar material. Leaving the pieces to dry completely assures no separation later.

Step 7: Attach Mounting Pieces to Back of Mask

A number of different methods can be used to mount your mask. I have used construction paper, cardboard, drilled holes in the cardboard to nail to wall, etc. Whatever works for you. You do want the mask to hang straight, so I hold the mask at the top lightly, and let gravity swing the mask in my grip. Knowing how it hangs in my hand, I can locate the mounting piece by gluing it at that center point.

Author by Angie Holden on August 19, 2019 Updated on August 19, 2019

You can make this nautical clay pot lighthouse as a decoration for your garden in just minutes. Make your version any color that you like but we love the beachy feel of this clay pot craft! This coastal-themed clay pot lighthouse would also look marvelous on a fireplace mantel, coffee table, shelf or with your outdoor patio set.

Clay Pot Lighthouse

Get various sized clay pots to make your lighthouse as big or as small as you would like. We added a glass dome to the top to add a battery operated candle as well!

Related: Don’t want to use terra cotta pots? Try this lighthouse made using metal pails!

Supplies to make a clay pot lighthouse:

• Terra cotta pots in various sizes (you will need three that fit together, two saucers for the top, and one small one for the very top)
• Glass dome (we love the faceted version shown)
• Outdoor paint
• Paint brush
• Clear glue good for outdoor use
• Battery operated candle

Crafting tips:

1. Be sure to use a good quality outdoor paint that is made for painting terra cotta. We like Patio Paint and DecoArt’s Outdoor Living the best.
2. Need more tips? Try this post on how to paint terra cotta.
3. Fit your parts together in the store to ensure they will look like a lighthouse once assembled.
4. Paint all of your parts and allow to dry before assembling.
5. We used a battery operated candle but a solar powered light would work great as well.

Steps to make a clay pot lighthouse:

• Paint your clay pots with your outdoor paint in the color of your choice. We painted the bands around the top of each pot in white. Allow paint to dry completely in between coats. Darker colors will require about two coats while lighter colors may require up to four.

• Paint the bands around the top white along with the saucers and small pot for the top of your lighthouse.

• Once everything has dried completely, you can glue together your lighthouse.
• NOTE: That top pot has a hole in it so you are going to want to allow for drainage of water when gluing the pieces together. Just use your glue in about three places leaving gaps in between.

• Allow the glue to set up according to the package directions.
• REMEMBER: The top most piece should not be glued to the glass dome. You will want to lift this on and off to turn get to the switch on your candle.

• Once the glue has dried, you are ready to move your clay pot lighthouse outdoors and enjoy it in your garden. This is a fun project that will look great in any yard. Pick your colors and make your own version today!

Will you make your version extra large for the garden or a small version for the porch? It is completely up to you and your imagination. The only thing that’s for sure is that this clay pot lighthouse will look great once it’s done!

Love coastal decor? Make a stunning Sea Glass Planter to go alongside your clay pot lighthouse, or check out this stylish beach decor wall art you can make at home. Find more adult crafts here including my popular fairy garden!