How To Make DIY Air Dry Clay Creations

How To Make DIY Air Dry Clay Creations | Home Decor Projects

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Make 5 different home decor projects with me, all using air dry clay. These DIY projects are inspired by stores like Pottery Barn and Anthropologie. Subscribe here: kzfaq.info?su...
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0:00 Introduction
0:50 Wood Bead Garland
3:54 Jewelry Trinket Tray (Pottery Barn DIY)
7:49 DIY Candle Holder (Anthropologie Dupe)
10:42 Bird Statue (Pottery Barn Dupe)
13:18 DIY Clock (Anthropologie Dupe)
These clay projects are great for home decor and will inspire you to try to make dupes of other high end home decor. You'll start by creating a form (armature) with foil and then layering clay on top. Dip your fingertips in water if your clay starts to dry out or to smooth out any rough spots. Once your air dry clay creations are complete, you can paint them and add texture using paintbrushes or a sponge. I will also show you how to apply gold leaf to one project.
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@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Let me know which of these projects was your favorite!

@tdmerc30 Жыл бұрын

My favorite part was the tip about using scrap wood to get even thickness in your clay.

@alishabausone164 4 ай бұрын

The bead "garland" looks like it could possibly be an Orthodox Chotki. I can't tell if it has 33 beads. I really love the idea of transferring napkin designs on the clay. That is so beautiful.

@FirstDayofHome 4 ай бұрын

Thank you, Alisha! I had not heard the name Chotki before. Thanks for teaching me something new. You could definitely make it into anything that has meaning to you. Thanks for your nice comment!

@guayapizza2314 5 ай бұрын

Little birdman clock, mini plate.beautiful

@FirstDayofHome 5 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@ReinventedDelaware Жыл бұрын

I especially love the wood bead garland Crissy! Yours looks exactly like your inspiration piece. And with a much better price tag!

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Cindy! That might be my favorite one too, and the price is right. 🤗

@ca6177 Жыл бұрын

They all turned out very nice! I think i like the bird best.

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I’d like to try more figurines like the bird. It was so fun to make.

@crissycarter1348 Жыл бұрын

WOW! Incredible dupes, Crissy! I love them all, but if I have to pick one I will go with the chunky beads. It would be fun to make them in lots of different shapes and colors and for different seasons, too. Great job!

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Crissy! This was a fun challenge. I’m fond of the chunky beads too. I just might make some more of those! Thanks for watching!

@sarahholland2600 Жыл бұрын

They all look beautiful This was just what I needed . I started off making Xmas decs but needed tips on how to do trinket trays & also, more ideas generally . Thank you!💙

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad! It was definitely a challenge to make so many things, but I learned so much in the process. Have fun!

@tishsmiddy71 Жыл бұрын

Candle holder is my favorite and the Bird !❤️💋

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Tish! Glad you liked them!💗

@malindafutrell9354 Жыл бұрын

I love that cross

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Malinda! I think that's my favorite too.

@Supazilla_ Жыл бұрын

So much better than store bought! I love the trinket tray 😊

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I want to make more trinket trays. They are easy enough to make several at a time. ☺️

@jankinman4685 Жыл бұрын

Crissy you did a fabulous job on all your projects! My two favorites are the bean garland & the sweet bird. Definitely making the garland! I think I’ll use a copper color for a Fall decor. Thank you for teaching me how!

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Jan! It's nice to see your sweet comment. I'm even more thrilled that you're going to give it a try. Let me know how it goes!

@gaylerosenblatt7136 Жыл бұрын

Love the clock you demonstrate such patience

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Gayle! Yes, I feel like I had to exercise a lot of patience! 😂 It was fun in the end, though.

@lindasanford3324 Жыл бұрын

I love them all, but my favorite is the chunky beads and clock.

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Linda! Yes, the chunky beads are something I’d make again.❤️

@jacquelinecaldwell6879 Жыл бұрын

It's hard to pick my favorite but I'll have to go with the clock...or the bird!

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jacqueline! The clock seems to be a favorite for everyone. ❤️🕰️

@kathiekarancz964 8 ай бұрын

I love the rosary beads and bird….. thank you 🐢

@FirstDayofHome 8 ай бұрын

I’m so glad, Kathie! Thank you. 😊

@warmhandswarmheart Жыл бұрын

I love the clock.

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thank you! When I committed to that one, I had a “what was I thinking” moment. I’m glad it turned out okay!

@AnneWilkynson Жыл бұрын

Well done, you really did a great job! Very inspiring, I just made a trinket dish, never thought of decoupage. Loved the clock, simple and elegant. I can't choose, the bird, candle holder, they're all amazing! 🌱

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! It was definitely a fun challenge. I think the trinket dishes are something anyone could try. I hope you get inspired to make more things!❤️

@Jabezgirl57 Жыл бұрын

I can’t pick a favorite, they are all great.😊😊

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Renee! It’s hard for me to choose a favorite too!😄❤️

@gtiernan1 Жыл бұрын

Those are all some great ideas!! I use air dry clay a lot, but with moulds and I attach the pieces to other projects, mainly furniture. Rather than try to get the wet clay to stick to dry clay just use good ol' tacky glue. I have to glue clay to clay, or wood, or glass or even plastic and I found that the Tacky Glue excels at. Thanks for giving me some good ideas to make some air dry clay projects that aren't using moulds! I love the cross and beads and definitely the trinket dish!

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that tip, Gina, especially in such a kind way! I just took a course and learned more about using glue to attach pieces. The instructor mentioned using an acid free glue, but it never occurred to me to try tacky glue. I’m going to give that a try next time. Thanks! 💗

@suecox2308 8 ай бұрын

I've gotta say, that candle holder is terrific but all of these are quite amazingly like the originals

@FirstDayofHome 8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much, Sue! I hope you get inspired to try it.

@dot_t Жыл бұрын

I love working with air dry clay. Your ideas are so inspiring. Thank you so much for sharing! ❤️✨

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Dottie! Let me know if there’s anything you’d like to see. I’m ready to try some new projects. 💗

@catherinebrougham9238 Жыл бұрын

I loved all these ideas but my favorite is the clock, it turned out amazing!

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Catherine! I’m glad you liked them. The clock was a challenge but very fun to make. 💕

@hollyashton7009 Жыл бұрын

These are awesome, I think my favourite is the clock!

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Holly! That was definitely a challenge for me, but I love that it actually works and looks cute in my craft room. 😄

@kristystewart7136 Жыл бұрын

I have NEVER commented on a KZfaq video, but I couldn’t resist! You did an amazing job and really inspired me to give air dry clay a try! I couldn’t pick a favorite because they all looked really good!

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks so much, Kristy! I'm so happy to hear that you're inspired to try working with air dry clay. I hope you enjoy creating new things! 💕

@stephaniebarrett8057 Жыл бұрын

Loved the clock! Great job on all three!

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Glad you liked it.

@Sara-jn7xj Жыл бұрын

Very factual and all your projects look great, love the clock 😍 TY for sharing.

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Sara! The clock seems to be everyone’s favorite. Thanks for watching.😊

@melaniebishop480 Жыл бұрын

The clock is impressive!

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thank you! It was definitely the most challenging for me. I can’t believe the thing actually works. 😄

@janellroehr4142 Жыл бұрын

I liked the bird, I've been wanting to try and sculpt a bird. I thought all of the projects came out Great !!!

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Janell! I didn't see your comment until just now. I hope you give it a try. Have fun!

@SArlene-0916 Жыл бұрын

Love them all! ❤ If I have to choose a favorite, I choose the trinket tray. I just found your channel and love all your videos so far. You have such a calming presence. I could watch you all day! ❤

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! You have no idea how you just made my day. I appreciate you leaving such a kind comment. I’m fond of the trinket trays too, and I think I’ll make some more! ❤️

@SArlene-0916 Жыл бұрын

@@FirstDayofHome Your so welcome! 😊💖 Wishing you a great rest of your day! I look forward to your next video!

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thank you!🥰

@katylowe3504 3 ай бұрын

Loved little bird the best!

@FirstDayofHome 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for letting me know! I still have her sitting in my craft room.

@lindasmith5190 Жыл бұрын

Sooo pretty.

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Linda! Working with clay is very relaxing.

@carlaradke4066 Жыл бұрын

You are brave. I would have used mounds to make those items! The IOD mounds are really good. I thought your dupes were great and the savings were rather phenomenal.

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I suppose I love a good challenge!😊 i’ll have to check out the IOD molds that you mentioned.

@opendoorsopenhearts Жыл бұрын

Crissy!! I really like these projects!! I want to do this with the girls this fall and do pumpkins!! 😍

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Aliya! I’ve made pumpkins for fall before, and they turn out so cute! Have fun with your girls!😘

@ViKee010 7 ай бұрын

They are all beautiful. ✌🏻🤍

@FirstDayofHome 7 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!🫶🏼

@nikkiejones4606 10 ай бұрын

Wow you did an awsome job! I thought the candle holder looked lovely ! You really did do incredibly well at all of these! My favourite was the beads with the cross! Its spot on! 😊😊

@FirstDayofHome 10 ай бұрын

Thanks so much, Nikkie! I really appreciate the kind words, and I'm glad you liked the candle holder and bead garland. I hope you give it a try yourself too!💕

@sonias.7856 9 ай бұрын

Hard to pick,,I like them all,,,you actually motivated me to do it too

@FirstDayofHome 9 ай бұрын

Yes! That’s the greatest compliment. I always want to encourage others to try new things. Thanks, Sonia!

@nicolaw5940 9 ай бұрын

I’ve had the candleholder in Pinterest for ages. Now I know how to make one. Thank you 😊

@FirstDayofHome 9 ай бұрын

Oh that’s so great! One thing I might do differently is use foil to create the shape of the piece that holds the candle first and then cover it with clay. It might give it more stability. Have fun!😊

@nicolaw5940 9 ай бұрын

@@FirstDayofHome thanks for the advice. Hint for future vids: I also have the Anthro wire and metal aged garlands saved. Just sayin’.

@FirstDayofHome 9 ай бұрын

@nicolaw5940 🤣 I have more work cut out for me, I see! Let me know how it goes with the candleholder! I wanna see pics.

@domimassou5457 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely lovely great idea and nice job well done 👏👏👏

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Domi! I’m glad you liked it. ❤️

@justtere 11 күн бұрын

How can you ask me which I prefer as far as matching the originals? They were all spot on, or better. I loved the beads. So many ideas were going through my head, you can't imagine. I liked the bird, but can't decide if I liked him as you made him than had you given him more colorful ones. Sorry, I come here from the world of resin, where most of the creatures have colorful eyes. Channel owners are always coming up with ways to make eyes more realistic. It's a challenge to each other which I love watching. Resin is about color. Clay isn't necessarily even painted. That's why I am torn. I hope to see you (and friends) again very soon.

@FirstDayofHome 10 күн бұрын

Thanks so much for the nice comment! I love experimenting with clay. Perhaps I’ll try some more colorful variations in the future like you mentioned. I’ve wanted to try resin as well. There are so many possibilities! Thanks for watching. ❤️

@pamelataylor3537 Жыл бұрын

These are all AWESOME, I love them and what a great video for me right now as I have some air dry clay that I’ve been wanting to use. It gave me hope when yours didn’t crack too. I love the trinket bowl and the bird, they are gorgeous. I love all the rest too though. I’ve saved this video so I can find it quick, I hope lol. TFS, I’m also going to watch your other air dry clay videos too. You do some gorgeous projects.

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

That’s the nicest compliment, Pamela! Thank you! I am always learning on every project. Sometimes you have to just dive in and go for it. If you have any specific requests, let me know. I like to do a variety of crafts, but people seem to enjoy the air dry clay projects. Thanks for watching!

@ednaaparecida3824 10 ай бұрын

Lindíssimo

@FirstDayofHome 10 ай бұрын

Muchas gracias 🩷

@ileanalindeman5456 Жыл бұрын

Chrissy, I’ve just discovered your channel and it’s so so lovely! I may have been binge-watching your videos this entire evening 😊❤️ from the UK (Ileana, section A 🤗)

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Ile! Oh my gosh, it’s so great to hear from you on here! 😄Thanks for watching my little channel! I hope you’re doing well. I hope to see you sometime in the near future too. 😘

@tishsmiddy71 Жыл бұрын

Bravo 🌹💋

@adrianaariza-jones3694 3 ай бұрын

You got it right with all of them. My favorite is the garland, however...all your projects turned out perfectly! You are very talented. I subscribed. 😊🥰🌹🌹🌹

@FirstDayofHome 3 ай бұрын

Thanks, Adriana! I appreciate your kind words, and thank you for subscribing! 🤗 🫶🏼

@robbinjohnston5007 Жыл бұрын

How think did you make the trinket dish and the mug, vase? Love your projects they turned out awesome

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Robbin!

@robbinjohnston5007 Жыл бұрын

You didn't answer my question, how thick do you make your trinket bowls and mugs?

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Ohhhh, I was confused because you said think instead of thick. 😄 The trinket trays are about 1/4 inch thick. I’m not sure what vase/mug you’re asking about. Do you mean the candleholder? If you want to make a vase, I would also make it about 1/4 inch thick.

@claudiaprice4720 Жыл бұрын

Hi Chrissy, I love the chunky beads & cross. I’ve never done any clay projects but I’m going to try to make some of those for Christmas gifts. Can you tell me an approximate size of the cross & did you still use foil on the second one? Thanks for the inspiration your work is amazing.

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Hi Claudia! Thanks for the sweet comment. I’m glad you’re going to try some of these projects. I think it’s so fun to sculpt with clay. The cross is about 5 3/4 inches by 4.5 inches. Yes, I did use foil both times. You’ll use a lot less clay that way, and it will dry more quickly. Here’s a blog post for your reference as well: www.firstdayofhome.com/diy-bead-garland/

@claudiaprice4720 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Chrissy, I’ll check out the blog

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Great! Let me know if you have any more questions. Happy sculpting!

@Azul_Charlas_y_Relatos Жыл бұрын

💙

@MarciaNobre125 8 ай бұрын

💖💖💖💖

@FirstDayofHome 8 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@doralicebatista7048 9 ай бұрын

Ameiiii co hecer seu canal, Dora, Brasil.

@FirstDayofHome 9 ай бұрын

Obrigado, Dora!😊

@tanayasurve 7 ай бұрын

Hi, is air dry clay flammable. Can we use it with candles?

@FirstDayofHome 7 ай бұрын

It will become charred if it comes into direct contact with flames. I would use an LED candle for a short candleholder made with air dry clay.

@tishsmiddy71 Жыл бұрын

Use gesso and scuff it up for it to stick ...

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip!❤️

@aileengudelano9032 Жыл бұрын

can i use oil paint to air dry clay

@FirstDayofHome Жыл бұрын

Hi Aileen! Yes, you can use oil paint. You may want to seal it first with an acrylic gloss medium before painting or test a small piece. Make sure the piece is completely dry before painting. ❤️

@rereaprillia4778 6 ай бұрын

I use DAS clay. I have put varnish on top of the acrylic, when the varnish is dry, I can peel it off using my fingernails. Can you give me some tips so that the varnish doesn't peel?

@FirstDayofHome 6 ай бұрын

Hi Rere. You might want to try another sealer like polyurethane or acrylic sealer spray. I’ve also used Mod Podge as a sealer, and it hasn’t peeled. I hope that helps!

@rereaprillia4778 6 ай бұрын

@@FirstDayofHome mod podge before acrylic paint? Right?

@FirstDayofHome 6 ай бұрын

No, I paint it first and then apply Mod Podge after the paint dries.

@rereaprillia4778 6 ай бұрын

@@FirstDayofHome how to apply double paint? Because i have to apply many color

@FirstDayofHome 6 ай бұрын

@rereaprillia4778 Have you watched this video where I applied multiple colors? It might help you. You just paint it any colors you like and let it dry. Then seal it. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oq-Wis192r6neI0.htmlsi=cMnihC007LgqkFza