10 Brilliant DIY Clay Projects

Enjoy watching these pretty DIY clay projects get made and then try making them yourself!
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[@ashe767]

As someone who used to work with clay _a lot,_ some of these "techniques" and the misuse of tools/not using correct tools really drove me crazy. That being said, I do appreciate how accessible the creators made most of these projects. It's too bad that a lot of them won't work or will fall apart without modification (that beginners wouldn't know how to modify).

[@martastasia]

Can you share some tips then ? If we want to try the projects with better directions, please help ! Thanks. What about the tools ? I know lots of professionals would recommand using things we have at home instead of buying specific tools, because these ones cost a lot of money. When you're a straight beginner, it's good to know some alternative.

[@ashe767]

@@martastasia I can give a few tips. First, an issue with most of the projects is that they roll the clay too thin, which is a problem for a couple reasons. One is that, in my experience, clay is sticky. Really sticky. Far stickier than you might expect, once you adhere it to a surface by rolling it out. Even on plastic or vinyl, I've had sheets of rolled clay stick down so bad that the piece couldn't be pulled up without being destroyed. The thinner it is, the harder it is to pull up. (A quick fix for this is water - mist your work surface before rolling the piece. It won't hurt the outside, since polymer clay won't mix with water, but try not to get any IN the clay or you'll get some nasty bubbling while it bakes.) The more substantial issue, though, is that baked clay doesn't have a lot of strength to it. There are two consistencies of baked clay, depending on the brand/line you're using. Original Sculpey and Sculpey III for example become solid but brittle, whereas Fimo and Premo retain some flexibility/give. If you roll Sculpey III thin, it's just going to break. If you roll Fimo too thin, you're in a slightly better place, but it will be uncomfortably bendy and still prone to snapping if it bends too far. Clay is spendy, and it's tempting to roll it thin to save a little clay, but you will be disappointed if your project doesn't hold up (as I have been, far too many times). A couple other things: Please please please don't use nail polish on your clay!!! It eats at it and will make the outside nasty and sticky over time. The idea of putting spices like pepper in the clay makes me uncomfy, but after brief googling, it seems like that may be a valid technique. Still, do your own research and don't put things in/on the clay unless you're sure it won't react badly. It's sketchy that they tell you how long and what temp to bake the projects at (and it's always the same). Bake according to package directions! Thicker pieces will take longer. Finally, a note on tools: You're right that if you've not worked with clay before, you should be resourceful and use what you have on hand as makeshift tools! It's part of why I called the video so accessible. HOWEVER, if you're planning on working with clay more than just a one-off project, I seriously recommend investing in a basic tool set (roller, blade, some smoothing tools, etc). Compared to the cost of clay, it's not that big of an investment, especially if you use a craft store coupon. I promise the tools will make your life 27 times easier, you will be shocked. Anyways, hopefully this helps! I have some more specific nitpicks (you CANNOT make a keychain like they show in the last project, I'm legitimately surprised they were able to get a shot of it before it fell apart) but hopefully the tips help you troubleshoot the projects accordingly :)

[@martastasia]

@@ashe767 Awesome !! It does help. I'll have to copy and paste your comment to make sure I don't forget anything. Thanks a lot !!

[@ashe767]

@@martastasia Glad to be of help!

[@Midgy21747]

Really disingenuous comment. Some great ideas for beginners. Please try to be kind

[@AFarmerCalledChicken]

Please don't put spices in polymer clay. Some can react to it and make it super wet. Certain paints will be sticky long after you've set them to dry. Nail polish WILL eat away at clay. Please don't use it on polymer clay items! Don't use these with food, don't bake or put raw clay on any surface that food will touch. It's a disaster waiting to happen. I've worked with clay for years, please trust me on this.

[@futoonkhalid3942]

Thank you 🙏

[@malakalguliyeva3511]

What can I prepare with air dry clay? Should I make mugs with only oven-bake clay? Could you please help?

[@tessaszpek4630]

@@malakalguliyeva3511 I would only make mugs with kiln fired clay personally.

[@texasgemtree]

@@malakalguliyeva3511 don't make any food related projects from any type of clay besides ceramic clay that you fire in a kiln.

[@malakalguliyeva3511]

@@texasgemtree but I see pots, plates and mugs made out of clay, isn't it ok?

[@rhondasquires7770]

I can’t imagine how difficult it is to make a video and put your self in such critical aim. Thank you for taking the time, it was my choice to watch this video and despite the coaster dispute. I got some really good ideas💕

[@Annie_Annie__]

1) Please DO NOT use nail polish on your polymer clay projects! 2) When making a mixed or marbled rainbow, remember that blending any two (or more) secondary colors will make brown. So if you over mix it (*ahem* like they did) it will look muddy and not rainbow-y. Try to stop BEFORE it gets to the muddy point. 3) Red polymer clay tends to leave color on hands and work surface. When you go to grab another color after using red, it’s going to rub off on that color. So after using red, wipe your hands and work surface with rubbing alcohol. In a pinch, I’ve found that hand sanitizer and a paper towel work too. 4) Polymer clay tends to pick up bits of dust, lint, and pet hair not matter how clean your work surface is. Especially white clay. You can fix it by wiping you finished project (before baking) with a q-tip dipped in rubbing alcohol. It takes off the top layer and usually the bits of lint and cat hair with it. 5) if you don’t trust yourself to do little detailed painting, get some cheap dotting tools on Amazon. Look for “nail art” dotting tools. They’re the exact same as painting or sculpting dotting tools, but are often cheaper for some reason. Getting neat, clean lines is often easier with a dotting tool than a brush if you aren’t used to brush painting. Plus you can make perfect little polka dots and with practice, cute and lovely mandalas. All for $4-$7 for a set of double ended dotting tools.

[@utubeac09]

Hi, your comment says you have worked with clay before. Can you please tell which clay is this video about.. Normal modelling clay or polymer clay or any other clay?

[@Annie_Annie__]

@@utubeac09 these are all done in polymer clay.

[@AngelicaM1988]

Do you know what the gold paint that was used on these trays?

[@Annie_Annie__]

@@AngelicaM1988 It could be a metallic gold acrylic paint, but I think it might be a product called Liquid Leaf or some similar enamel gold paint. As pretty as Liquid Leaf is, I wouldn’t use it on polymer clay. It’s petroleum-based and could eat away at the clay. You might be able to get away with using Liquid Leaf or another enamel paint _if_ you seal the clay really well (at least 2 coats) with a clear sealant that works with both polymer clay and enamel paints, but you’d probably have to experiment to see what works. Your best bet would be to use a good quality metallic gold acrylic paint.

[@cordeliadorfer1122]

If you’ve never worked with polymer clay when it comes out of the oven it will still be soft you have to let it cool

[@flyingmintbunny1286]

Thank you for the tip ❤

[@RayMAN2307]

Really needed to know this

[@dobermommartha]

I really enjoyed your selection of colors and your marbling technique. I would like to make a suggestion or two. The cork used as backing on the first coaster technique will stay on better if you use super glue instead of hot glue. Then I noticed that you show that everything is baked at 275 degrees for 20 minutes...not all polymer clay can be baked at that temperature or that amount of time. I would put a disclaimer in stating to bake at manufacture's recommended temperature.

[@jasonb3907]

The clay crystals are on a whole other level of awesomeness! All of these were cool :)

[@l_fish105]

The weird jazz music really dug up those repressed memories from working in an amusement park gift shop :/

[@durratulaishah3703]

It's bad to work there?

[@LIAISAGREENBEL]

Bad memories ?

[@pdmullgirl]

Oh I love clay crafts!! Love those geode looking ones. So pretty! ❤️💜💚

[@carlypinter853]

Very upset - tried to make the "DIY Crystal Clay Coaster" from 13:58 and my drink just fell straight to the ground - didn't hold it at all!

[@andie2439]

Clearly you didn't tie your drink to the coaster securely. If you're positive your glass was well tied, then the only other solution is to staple the actual liquid to the coaster. Best of luck!

[@Kap3lka]

@@andie2439 🤣🤣

[@aiyasayatovic3988]

Well was the drink in a glass? If so then it is obvious you have to put the drink itself glued, stapled, or tied to the coaster. It clearly should not be in a glass. If it still does not work, then try using tape. I really hope that it works out for you!

[@thewitchhut63]

What are y'all talking about 13:58 is the end of the wall hanging thing and after that is jewelry. Did we even watch the same video???

[@jbishop5256]

she only bakes for 20 minutes and I know first hand that 20 minutes doesn't make the clay hard; its still pliable. Found that out today.

[@DerekDogsforSentience]

This may have been said before but please do not use nail polish to glaze polymer clay as it doesn’t work. Also be careful what paints you use. I learnt from people on here who are polymer clay tutors. Take tips from them as they know what they are doing. I like the for the ideas and colour combos though! Very nice😁

[@RubaiyatA]

Beautiful. Can you pls tell me what kind of gold paint you used. It will be very helpful

[@kcanded]

I was worried while watching the first few things made that rolling and folding them so much would have it end up being a big gray glob. Fortunately, that didn't happen. Love the music!

[@PeaceLikeARiver888]

Love love love just music, and your choices are great! Can't wait to try some of your ideas.

[@roeee_51]

Let’s just talk about the quality of the gold paint-

[@pewpew1163]

I love the colours you choose, your work is beautiful!

[@Lilly-bu3ft]

2:16 and Target would say that those will be $24.99

[@Boredchinchilla]

Lilly the cost of the clay they used alone is $15-30, depending on the brand you use. Cork, glue, gold paint, cutting blade, varnish- all had a price. If your going to do it as a project you like, great, but polymer clay is not a craft that you save money by making household things. You could buy agate slices pretty cheaply (seconds that might have tiny flaws or chips are even cheaper and no one notices the chips- you can get them for a dollar or two a slice), and do the rest and it would probably cost a third of both the store bought and the clay version.

[@srishtighosh2083]

I don't know why I'm pointing this out, but her hands are so beautiful...

[@221b-Maker-Street]

That's because she's a hand model - paid for the beauty of her hands - If only they'd spent of fraction of the Hand Model money on an actual *Craft Expert* who'd highlight the utter futility of most of these crafts and how they're not only doomed to failure, but in some cases, downright dangerous. It's irresponsible clickbait, and Buzzfeed should be ashamed of themselves, frankly. 😒

[@melaniebishop480]

Just cause it's shiny doesn't mean you can use it on clay. Only use top coat made for if you want want it to last very long. I do like the one that looks like terrazzo.

[@TreasuredDay]

These are so nice!! I luv it! I'm looking forward to doing a few of these projects myself, thank you soooo much!!

[@jazeelairafaneeya1617]

The music of the video tho hits on my nerves system 😬😬😬

[@livzerdyt2508]

Fathima Jazeela IKRRRR

[@KamrulHasan-zw2hm]

True

[@Widdekuu91]

It's jazz, that's what it does.

[@trikkinikki13]

I loved it! Lol

[@corrieprice1825]

Why do y watch itthen

[@selenetaron]

A 17-minute video, and the last few things were all called "DIY Crystal Clay Coaster".

[@moogledoodles]

Lmao I was so confused when I first started noticing it! I was like “Wait... THAT’S classified as a ‘coaster’ to them..???”🤨

[@sherierodrigues1569]

Love the colour combo. Great for us beginners. Sherie Rodrigues .

[@mydogeatsjeans7216]

Ceramic tile..paper or cardstock..clay...paper or cardstock.. ceramic tile... tent with foil ;).

[@thehapavegan7177]

DO NOT PUT NAIL POLISH ON POLYMER CLAY!!!!! Just use glaze with a little bit of mica powder, never ever put nail polish on polymer clay. It dissolves it!!!

[@samanthasullivan8385]

Do u know what kind of glaze they use or u use if u do? Do u recommend any

[@thehapavegan7177]

@@samanthasullivan8385- I use a water base varathane polyurethane varnish or resin as my glaze.

[@eqqies3196]

Samantha- 05 aside from the ones hapa recommends, you can also buy glazes by polymer clay brands. There are lots of options it depends on the finish you want. Resin is a great suggestion for that super glossy “glass” look but it is a little tricky and not safe for kids!

[@nirateller5603]

Hey, I loved your video and got some good ideas about painting. Thank you.

[@pixiethepuppy678]

This person has a big obsession with gold paint 🤣

[@Onyx_anya]

This is like the fourth or fifth time they've uploaded this video

[@Onyx_anya]

@Arwen Taylor what

[@minahilfarrukh4666]

I don't know about it but I love that video

[@leighgreen8036]

It’s a content farm, what would you expect?

[@oon-huing1729]

Me every time a new nifty video is released: maybe this time it'll be different. Maybe this time there will be original content. Nifty: lol no. I really need to stop hoping and giving them my view.

[@kimhaughey9161]

Wow the transformation of the crystals when you painted them was amazing👍😀

[@batya7]

Loved the jazz at the end.

[@DrCheeseGuy]

Really loved this video. It’s a great one for US clay fanatics!! Keep up the good work and keep it cool (the clay) haha!! Xx

[@timeenuf4200]

Beeeeyouteeefull coasters - never thought about using a wine bottle for a roller so clever - love the marble technique - thank you for sharing

This gold paint is AMAZING!!! What is it?

[@anuradhalakshminarayanan4769]

Me when I see this video : oh cool! Maybe I'll try it. Me when I try it : Wtf they made it look so easy! Why is my hexagon looking like a pentagon-ish circle?

[@janemiettinen5176]

Anuradha Lakshminarayanan - Practice, practice, practice. And after cutting, handle the clay as gently and as little as possible, so you dont lose the shape. Youll get there :)

[@splibragirl]

Use giant cookie cutters, they sell tons of them cheap in michaels craft store in the baking section

[@supriyaraor3607]

im pretty sure i only have clay that's either red, blue, yellow or green... It'd be a MIRACLE if I had more than that

[@janemiettinen5176]

Supriya animatiins - If you have red, blue and yellow you can mix more colors out of them. Just like paints. Check with small amount first, so you dont end up with muddy end result. Buy some white and you can make pastel colors too :)

[@supriyaraor3607]

@@janemiettinen5176 ah thanks!!

[@Housewarmin]

half way through, i realized this video was 17min.

[@whoami5444]

Im gonna be late

[@ruthtrefethen4171]

Love them all! Great ideas! Just 1 question....how durable are they? If you break one of a set of 4, can you use liquid clay to fix it.....Thanks for the great ideas!💙💚💛🧡💗😊👍

[@1111guru]

Amazing! Great ideas.

[@aliveandwell3958]

The gold paint they used in this video is only for decorative items. Not meant to be worn.

[@Fizz_Pop.Boom.]

Thanks, guys! you reminded me to water my plant! (edit) My plant has died T-T

[@elenableyer5737]

Drew Wickham RIP plant 😔

[@rebecca62442]

Stop calling eveything a crystal clay coaster

[@enaeco287]

What IS a coaster i m french

[@sunnyleef1133]

@@enaeco287 Place to put your drinks so the bottom of your cup/glass doesn't get water or precipitation on your table. Really useful for leather tabletops or nice wood tables that you don't want any sort of liquid on

[@enaeco287]

@@sunnyleef1133 thanks i get it now

[@eveanna617]

@Rebecca Richardson it was probably just a mistake, it's pretty obvious that a keychain and wall decorations aren't clay coasters

[@__zelda__]

😂😂😂

[@deoguruji2209]

Amazing.

[@navyblue8557]

I have never used clay but I am inspired now to try.

[@D-Dollie]

Wow everyone is pissed off about something in this video. Chill people, it’s not the end of the world. It is just a video that you can turn off if you do not like it! Anyway, lovely clap DIY projects that I would love to try. Thanks.

[@elenableyer5737]

Please don't take this the wrong way, but some warnings in case you do try some of these: The brand of clay shown in the first few clips actually isn't strong enough for these to last long. Real polymer clay artists don't recommend taking Sculpty clay thinner that 1/4-1/2 inch. If you're going to buy polymer clay, do some research and see which brand is best for your project. Also- the glaze they use is compatible with the clay, however it can easily be removed with hot water. If you use nail polish instead, the clay will become sticky and dissolve over time. I wish you the best of luck with your crafting, but please understand that some of us are upset because these projects simply wouldn't work the way they are shown to.

[@D-Dollie]

Elena Bleyer - thanks for explaining. I will definitely do some research before trying these. Thanks.

[@ruthtrefethen4171]

Some really great ideas! THANK YOU FOR SHARING!🧡👍💙

[@biancabrooks280]

13:58 ..... That’s not a coaster.

[@juliajohnson6629]

Bianca Brooks that thing is kinda ugly also...

[@juliajohnson6629]

Reminds me of some5ing that would be in my grandmas house

[@meaghanklassen5988]

@Bianca Brooks not to mention 17:27

[@ByzCSGO]

17:26 too xD I think they forgot to replace the text

[@jessicahay9305]

I like the way they looked. I'm also glad that you were willing to show things not going the way you planned. Thank you

[@naomifoxcroft4193]

They've got some soft Fino

[@monikasandeep6536]

Art 👍

[@katiehemstreet8939]

Nail polish has a chemical reaction with polymer clay, DO NOT USE NAIL POLISH ON CLAY. It will look great at first, but it will start to break down and become sticky/gooey over time.

[@robinschwarz721]

I agree with KO master

[@artisticresonance9759]

Amazing ideas ... absolutely loved it 😍

[@esoteric_Derek]

Sick!

[@Midgy21747]

Thank you . really good video to watch and easy to follow.

[@ceces.7091]

Thank you so much for sharing this diy tutorial! 🔥 🔥 🔥 😍

[@carmenroupp653]

love them all. am thinking on making some of the small bowls and putting a pop stick though the bottom of the bowl to hold Popsicle's in - if we can ever enjoy summer again like we use too. the kids make a mess of their clothes if they do not use some thing under their pops or ice cream cones .

[@eqqies3196]

Hey Carmen, just a heads up that polymer clay is not food safe when unsealed. Make sure you look for a food safe sealant. Mod podge makes a food safe glaze that you could try!

[@TheDote]

more coaster please

[@jennifergilbert3535]

What is the gold paint that you are using??

[@sapphiremountains285]

The crystals actually look really good with nail polish

[@AFarmerCalledChicken]

Unfortunately, it's gonna degrade the polymer clay and you'll be left with a sticky, dust covered mess that will have to be thrown out.

[@sapphiremountains285]

True

[@pamelapradhan2980]

They are all so beautiful… wanted to try, is it air dry clay or normal clay?

[@nafisa922]

Very nice ilike it

[@just4craftsngiggles454]

The first crystal on the base could be used as a massager

[@zoubidaslimane5608]

Bon travail bon idée et bon courage🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@winfly886]

You have so many crazy ideas!

[@plutonyanplay6163]

Love the music in this video. Does anyone know the title or artist or playlist? :D

[@celestephelps1717]

Got me thinking outside the box....instead of coasters Imma thinking pendants for necklaces, but making them smaller.

[@janetcorcero6165]

What brand you can used sculpey to soft or primo clay to thick in market

[@theunicorn5179]

Can I get the names of the music tracks you used for this video please?

[@indiesindie1984]

Beautiful pieces ❤

[@jagratipatil9128]

Awesome

[@nikkiejones4606]

Hi 👋I'm new here and have subscribed to your channel today! I love your crafts and looking forward to seeing all your other videos, thank you for sharing your amazing creativity with us, God bless you abundantly in all things and much love from me too! 🙏❤🥰😘

[@sakthirekhav]

I loooove your color scheme

[@annamichael9259]

1:50 What kind of gold paint is this?

[@CausticEuphoria]

I have something very similar that's called gilding paint. My brand is craftsmart, but you can find a number of gilding paints on amazon. It has a wonderfully believable metallic finish.

[@annamichael9259]

Ty

[@werkmarketing]

Amazing and great music 👌🏽

[@krupalimhatreofficial]

OMG.... I tried it. I was so excited.... But mine got bubbles and melted. I ended up spoiling clay, utensils and the oven.... 🙄🤦🏻‍♀

[@polyglotconondrum]

What gold paint is that? It looks exquisite!

[@pearlbm6869]

When touching it, does it break?? Or is it like plate?

[@khushboobafna]

Can you please tell which clay you used and where to buy them? It will be a great help. Thank you.

[@PtpCrafter]

very beautiful pieces, great work!👍😀

[@rabiadalwai3594]

Brilliant 👏

[@texasgemtree]

Hot glue on a coaster? Real cold makes it come loose. Real hot can soften it. Doesn't anybody test anything anymore?

[@AFarmerCalledChicken]

This is like getting blood from a stone, no one cares unless it's AEsTHetiC which is sad because all that hard work goes to waste.

[@sabrinanicollecook8955]

I want to get into clay making. I really liked the coaster. What is a good alternative to hot glue? Super glue? Or Sculpey bond?

[@texasgemtree]

@@sabrinanicollecook8955, clay is a bad idea for a coaster. Not unless it is a ceramic clay fired in a kiln. I watched this 4 months ago and I am not watching it again to tell you how to use it on a easy to fail project.

[@WhiskeyBlack777]

Someone needs to do more research on how to properly use & color & decorate Polymer clay....

[@ochichornia2877]

k cosas mas bonitas hace¡¡¡ podria decir kque material es? plis¡¡ gracias

[@LetsDoEnglish1]

Lovely ideas!

[@salmanalkhaledi6473]

there's 4 ways of making coasters 4 for making jewelry dishes.... groundbreaking, i didnt need the repeats honestly, great color combo tho!

[@aratrikachakraborty3109]

What clay is being used for the coasters?

[@raginmaryjohn9534]

Excellent 👍👍👍 I m sorry Terribble music🙉🙉🙉

[@livzerdyt2508]

RAGIN MARY JOHN IKR

[@aurastar027]

A bit bummed at the overworking of the clay. The colors became a little muddy. If I try these, I'll blend less.

[@jannatulsamin6652]

Wow

[@leeshanchannel6653]

Very Nice project keep it up 👍👏👏👏👏💕

[@patriciacostaceramicaplastica]

Hey! Your work is beautiful! Could you please tell me the name or brand of the gold paint you use? Very amazing!

[@MichellePsalm3418]

Idk about this video but mine is Premium Gilding Paint in classic gold. It’s a metallic type gold as well and works well on clay

[@ellenh1085]

Great crafts and music!

[@juellove2378]

Bravo! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 👏👏👏

[@ecvega7568]

Lovely projects!!!!

[@tazeenkhan2927]

Brilliant.... Please tell me where to get tons of polymer clay at low price..... Tysm😞

[@RubaiyatA]

What kind of or what brand of gold color you are using

[@claudiaespinosanchez2321]

THIS IS GREAT 😍😍😍

[@thhomm]

What brand of clay are they using I really want to know :/

[@randombutuseful7720]

does anyone have any idea if I could use the kids modeling clay? I want to see if the oven supports it. please.

[@andria2369]

No, do not bake modeling clay. It will melt. I did it by accident once.