The following is a simple tutorial for making cute little clay ornaments:
Materials:
1. Colored clay
2. Plastic knife or cutting tools
3. Mold (optional)
4. Glossy treatment agent (optional)
5. Small decorations (such as sequins, Beads, shells, etc.)
Steps:
1. Prepare colored clay, choose the color you want, you can mix different colors of clay to get more rich effects.
2. Knead the clay until it is soft and easy to shape.
3. According to your own creativity, shape the colored clay into desired shapes, such as animals, plants, food, etc. You can use your fingers or a plastic knife to sculpt and shape the clay. If you're not very good at shaping, you can also use molds to create different shapes.
4. Detailing: After the shape is complete, you can use a plastic knife or other tool to add details to the clay. For example, use a knife to carve textures on the clay surface, and use small balls to make eyes and mouths.
5. Decoration: If you want to add some extra decoration to your small ornaments, you can apply some gloss treatment to the surface and add some small decorations, such as sequins, beads or shells, etc. .
6. After completion, place the crafted ornaments in a well-ventilated place to dry, usually for a day or more. Make sure knickknacks are completely dry before using or displaying them.