There are several easy and fun DIY clay art projects you can try at home using simple ingredients. Here are three popular recipes for homemade clay:
Baking Soda, Cornstarch, and Water Clay
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1 1/2 cups cornstarch
To make this clay, mix the baking soda, cold water, and cornstarch in a large pot. Stir with a wooden spoon over medium-low heat until it thickens and resembles the texture of mashed potatoes. Knead the clay until it's smooth and cools to room temperature. You can add food coloring to create different colors.
Flour and Salt Dough
- 3/4 cup water
- 3/4 cup salt
- 2 cups flour
Mix the water, salt, and flour in a bowl until it forms a dough. Knead the dough until it's smooth and firm. You can add food coloring to create different colors. This clay is self-hardening, so you can let it dry and use it for your projects.
Cornstarch and Water Clay
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 1/4 cups cold water
- 2 cups baking soda
(I USED 1 CUP SALT AND 1 CUP BAKING SODA PLUS TS VEGETABLE OIL)
Mix the cornstarch and cold water in a saucepan and cook over heat for 4-5 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the baking soda and continue stirring until the mixture thickens. Remove the saucepan from heat and let the clay cool. Knead the clay until it's smooth and cools to room temperature. You can add food coloring to create different colors.
Once you have prepared the clay, you can use it for various art projects, such as sculpting, creating ornaments, or making small figurines. You can also decorate your creations with acrylic paint or other craft supplies.
