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

clay taper candle holders

You will love working with this smooth and soft polymer clay. Bend, slice and cut the clay into beautiful candle holders; then place on parchment paper. Bake in the oven for a maximum of 30 minutes at 230°F (110°C).
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Step 1

Slice a piece of clay from a clay block.
TIP: Mix clays to get shades to match your décor.

Step 2

Knead, condition and blend until moldable.

Step 3

Use an acrylic roller (or a clay machine) to roll the clay out until it is an even sheet and a little less than ¼" [0.6 cm] thick.

Step 4

Mold your clay into candle holders.
TIP: Use circle cutters to help start your shape.

Step 5

Cut a strip and wrap around the bottom of your candle to size. Mark, then mold in a ring and push into the middle of the candle holder.
TIP: Use the image as a guide.

Step 6

Bake your shapes for 30 minutes at 230°F (110°C). Remove from oven and set aside to cool.

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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Wilton® Parchment Paper

    Item # 10076247 
    Pricing and Availability May Vary In Stores
    $10.99
 
Tools
Tools
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Flexible Clay Cutter by ArtMinds®

    Item # 10295894 
    $8.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Sculpey® Style & Detail Tools

    Item # 10138060 
    $19.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Clay Roller by ArtMinds®

    Item # 10085718 
    $12.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Craft Smart® Polymer Clay, 1 lb.

    Item # 10183358 
    $18.99
    • Color: White
    • Size: 1 lb
    • Color: White
    • Size: 1 lb
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    • Color: White
    • Size: 1 lb
    +More Colors
    +More Options
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Kensington Cookie Sheet by Celebrate It®

    Item # 10462747 
    $24.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Sweetshop™ Circle Cutters

    Item # 10492437 
    $23.99
 
You’ll Also Need
  • Oven
Instructions
Step 1

Slice a piece of clay from a clay block.
TIP: Mix clays to get shades to match your décor.

Step 2

Knead, condition and blend until moldable.

Step 3

Use an acrylic roller (or a clay machine) to roll the clay out until it is an even sheet and a little less than ¼" [0.6 cm] thick.

Step 4

Mold your clay into candle holders.
TIP: Use circle cutters to help start your shape.

Step 5

Cut a strip and wrap around the bottom of your candle to size. Mark, then mold in a ring and push into the middle of the candle holder.
TIP: Use the image as a guide.

Step 6

Bake your shapes for 30 minutes at 230°F (110°C). Remove from oven and set aside to cool.

Share your project photos with #MakeItWithMichaels

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