Great for dinner tables, on a shelf, or for your next Insta flat lay.
🧂Materials:
Air-dry clay (either colored or white)
Rolling pin or a smooth bottle
Craft knife or clay cutter
Sandpaper (fine)
Acrylic paints or markers (optional)
Sealer (matte Mod Podge or spray sealant)
Tea lights, taper candles, or LED candles
Texturing tools (toothpick, fork, lace, stamps – these are optional)
🛠️Instructions:
- Condition and Roll Out the Clay
Grab a piece, condition the clay, and knead until pliable.
Roll out flat to about ½ an inch thick. You want it thick enough to hold the shape.
- Design A Little Dig:
Here are a few design ideas you can experiment with:
🌀 Ring/Donut Holder
Cut a thick strip, bring it into a circle, and blend the ends.
Smoothen with fingers or a tool.
Press in the center a tealight or taper so as to create a cavity.
🌿 Organic Pebble Holder
Sculpture a chunky, smooth pebble shape.
While the clay is still soft, press your candle into the top center.
Add texture or imprints to take it up a notch.
🔲 Geometric Blocks
Cut out squares, rectangles, or arches.
Stack or carve and do overlapping designs.
Use taper candles for a chic and sculptural look.
🌸 Petal or Leaf Motif
Roll small pieces into petal or leaf shapes.
Arrange around a candle base-like flowering in full bloom.
- Smooth and Dry
Let the pieces dry flat on parchment for around 24 to 48 hours, depending on their size.
Once dried, lightly sand any rough edges for a professional finish.
- Paint & Seal (optional)
Solid colors with the use of acrylic paint or all sorts of designs like arches, dots, or terrazzo.
Metallic paint = instant glam.
Seal with Mod Podge or a clear spray for protection while also giving it a soft finish.
Aesthetic Ideas:
Theme Colors/Details
Minimalist All-white or matte beige.
Boho Terracotta, mustard, teal.
Glam Gold trim with marble effect.
Rustic Earthy colors with a raw texture.
Artistic Hand-painted designs.
🔥 Safety Tip: When securing your candleholders, use LED candles with tall, thin, or hollow holders or supervise the use of real candles to prevent overheating of the clay.
🌟 Why You Will Love It:
No baking-just air dry!
Custom shapes for any decor vibe.
A thoughtful gift for your friends and family on a budget.
Therapeutic crafting experience that will yield beautiful results.