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Time Required :
About an hour
Beginner
Beginner
You're new to the skills necessary to complete this project, or maybe you've tried them just once or twice before.

kids clay peppermint photo holder

This project is intended for kids ages 4+.

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Step 1

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

Step 2

Use the roller from your tool set to flatten the ball. Roll it until it is smooth and fairly thin.

Step 3

Now, use the cutting knife from your clay tool set to cut 1" [2.5 cm] strips.
TIP: You will want to cut 2-3 strips.

Step 4

Repeat Steps 1-3 with red clay.

Step 5

Layer 4-5 strips, alternating white and red.

Step 6

Cut the ends so they are even.

Step 7

Roll the strips until you reach the desired size. Cut any excess from your roll.

Step 8

Cut a chenille pipe cleaner in half and set one half aside for another photo holder or a future project.

Step 9

Coil one end of your chenille pipe cleaner half a few times then push the straight end through the top of your rolled clay.

Step 10

Set in a safe place to dry for at least 24 hours.

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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Bright Chenille Pipe Cleaners, 25ct. by Creatology™

    Item # 10314402 
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    $3.49
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Soft Clay Packs By Creatology®

    Item # 10567413 
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    $6.49
 
Tools
Tools
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Assorted 5" Fiskars® Blunt-Tip Kids Scissors

    Item # 10405522 
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    $6.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Clay Tool Set by Creatology™

    Item # 10685076 
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    $7.49
 
You’ll Also Need
  • Wax (or Palette) Paper
  • Ruler
Instructions
Step 1

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

Step 2

Use the roller from your tool set to flatten the ball. Roll it until it is smooth and fairly thin.

Step 3

Now, use the cutting knife from your clay tool set to cut 1" [2.5 cm] strips.
TIP: You will want to cut 2-3 strips.

Step 4

Repeat Steps 1-3 with red clay.

Step 5

Layer 4-5 strips, alternating white and red.

Step 6

Cut the ends so they are even.

Step 7

Roll the strips until you reach the desired size. Cut any excess from your roll.

Step 8

Cut a chenille pipe cleaner in half and set one half aside for another photo holder or a future project.

Step 9

Coil one end of your chenille pipe cleaner half a few times then push the straight end through the top of your rolled clay.

Step 10

Set in a safe place to dry for at least 24 hours.

Share your project photos with #MakeItWithMichaels

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