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Pressed Flower Clay Ornaments

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Make beautiful pressed flower clay ornaments using air-dry clay, acrylic paint, and Mod Podge. This easy clay craft is perfect for handmade gifts and holiday decorations.
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pressed flower clay ornament.
Prep:5 minutes
Creating:10 minutes
Dry Time:2 days
Total Time:2 days 15 minutes

Equipment

  • Rolling Pin or Bottle
  • Cookie cutters or circular lid
  • Straw or wooden skewer
  • Paintbrushes or small foam brush
  • Work surface
  • Small container of water
  • Optional rolling guides and tweezers

Supplies

Instructions

  • BEFORE YOU BEGIN: Make sure your pressed flowers are completely dry. Gather your supplies and choose the shapes you want to make. Plan to roll the clay approximately 1/4 inch thick.
  • ROLL OUT THE CLAY: Use a rolling pin and rolling guides to flatten air-dry clay into an even slab approximately 1/4 inch thick.
  • CUT THE SHAPES: Use cookie cutters or a lid to cut ornament shapes. Remove the extra clay and smooth rough edges with a little water.
  • ADD A HANGING HOLE: Use a straw or skewer to make a hole near the top of each ornament.
  • LET THE CLAY DRY: Place the ornaments on a flat surface and allow them to dry completely according to the clay package directions.
  • PAINT THE ORNAMENTS: Add acrylic paint to the dry clay ornaments. Let the paint dry completely.
  • ADD MOD PODGE: Brush a thin layer of Mod Podge where you want to attach the flowers.
  • ARRANGE THE FLOWERS: Carefully place the pressed flowers onto the Mod Podge and gently press them into place.
  • SEAL THE DESIGN: Once the first layer is dry, brush another thin layer of Mod Podge over the flowers and painted surface.
  • ADD EXTRA SHINE: If desired, apply a compatible clear gloss sealer after the Mod Podge has dried completely.
  • ADD RIBBON: Thread ribbon or twine through the hanging hole and tie a loop.

Notes

  • Keep your clay an even thickness to help prevent uneven drying.
  • Don't overcrowd the ornaments with too many flowers.
  • Allow the clay, paint, and Mod Podge to dry completely between steps.
  • Leave enough clay around the hanging hole to prevent breakage.
  • White air-dry clay can be left unpainted for a natural background.
  • Drying times vary depending on the clay brand, thickness, and conditions.
  • Test optional clear gloss sealers before applying them to finished ornaments.
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Author: Erin Nutter
Cost: under $5