35 Air Dry Clay Projects that will instantly inspire you!
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This post has been updated since it’s original April 2015 publish date.
If you have been a Delineate Your Dwelling reader for long, you know I love using Air Dry Clay and even wrote a post all about the Best Tips for Using Air Dry Clay.
I have done numerous types of projects using clay. I’ve shown different creative clay techniques and even wrote a simple post about how to store air dry clay.
Today I am sharing 35 Air Dry Clay Projects that will instantly inspire you from some amazing talent across the internet! This post is clearly a HUGE favorite of yours because it’s been pinned on Pinterest well over 50,000 times!
Why is Air Dry Clay so amazing to work with?
I love Air Dry Modeling Clay because –
- Air dry clay is relatively inexpensive, making it a great option for budget-minded crafters.
- It is very easy to work with, even for beginners. It does not require any special equipment or tools, and it can be shaped and molded with your hands.
- It has tons of different uses. Air dry clay can be used to create a variety of objects, from figurines and jewelry to decorations and home decor.
- Does not require baking time to harden. Air dry clay hardens quickly, so you can see your project take shape in a matter of hours.
- Air dry clay is non-toxic and safe for children to use. This makes it a great choice for families with young children.
- Once air dry clay is dry, it can be painted and decorated with a variety of materials, such as acrylic paint, glitter, and beads.
- Air dry clay is not as messy as other types of clay, such as polymer clay. This makes it a good choice for children and adults who are not comfortable working with messy materials.
I think that’s basically a 7x win!
Can you buy Colored Air Dry Clay?
Yes, you can buy colored air dry clay. There are so many different colored options available now. I just discovered this set of gorgeous pre-mixed colorful air dry clays.
However, you can also get more traditional clay colors like white and terra cotta.
After seeing some these incredible projects below, I hope you are inspired to get to your local craft supply store and buy some clay!
What is the best kind of Air Dry Clay to use?
When starting out, I used Crayola Air Dry clay for all sorts of projects and it really worked well.
However, with time I have switched over to using either Sculpey white Air Dry clay or Das White Air Dry Clay. I think for the type of projects I typically do; home decor type projects, these are superior quality brands.
I love Sculpey and Das because they both dry a little more clean and are a purer white color. As opposed to the Crayola air dry clay which dries a light gray/white color.
With that being said, if you are planning to make fun crafts with your kiddos, Crayola is a great product to use.
What are pros and cons of Air Dry Clay?
Pros:
- Easy to use and does not require any special equipment
- Non-toxic and safe for children
- Inexpensive
- Can be used to create a variety of objects
- Hardens quickly
Cons:
- Can be brittle and break easily
- Not waterproof
- Can crack if not cured properly
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What are some great Air Dry Clay craft ideas for adults?
I have found 35 creative air dry modeling clay ideas and inspiration projects for you below.
And if you are looking for tips on how to best use air dry clay, store it or even keep it from cracking these posts might be helpful for you!
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- 10 Amazing Clay Project Ideas
- Clay Projects
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Make Clay Knobs
Learn how to make inexpensive gold knobs using Air Dry clay.
DIY Air Dry Clay Wall Hanging
Make a beautiful tear drop air dry clay wall hanging with this simple tutorial.
DIY Clay Chain Link Decor
Learn how to make a simple Clay Chain link for your home. Perfect to set out on a coffee table.
DIY Clay Alphabet Container
Create adorable letter clay holders, perfect for holding small office supplies like pushpins and paperclips.
Fourth of July Tea Light Holders
Learn how to create festive July 4th Tea Light holders to bring a little holiday sparkle to your room.
Clay Leaf Bowls
Learn how to make these realistic Clay Leaf Bowls. Perfect to sit out on a coffee table or desk.
Geometric Clay Rings
Learn how to make these fun Geometric Air Dry Clay Rings. It’s so fun to make a statement, why not DIY it and be make it your very own.
DIY Stamped Clay Succulent Pots
Make fun textured Stamped Clay Succulent Pots to hold all your plants! The scallop is such a cute detail.
Terracotta Clay Oranments
Learn how to make gorgeous terra cotta clay rainbow ornaments! The perfect holiday gift.
Flower Face Vases
Make a precious Flower Face Vase to display your bouquets in!
Air Dry Clay Stamped Bowls
Create beautiful stamped Air Dry Clay Bowls!
DIY Embossed Clay Stone Paperweights
Create gorgeous Embossed Clay Paperweights, a perfect gift idea too!
Colorful Clay Animal Heads
See how simple it is to make these DIY Air Dry Clay decor pieces for your home! Create these whimsical Colorful Clay Animal Heads in no time at all to hang on your walls.
DIY Clay Egg Carton
Learn how to make a DIY Air Dry Clay Egg Carton to hold all your eggs!
DIY Yarn Art Wall Hangings
Learn to make colorful shaped air dry clay and yarn wall hangings.
DIY Clay Bunny Bowls
Create simple little DIY Clay Bunny Bowls to hold your Easter candy!
Clay Cactus Ring Holder
Learn to craft an adorable clay cactus ring holder!
DIY Napkin Rings + Thanksgiving Tabletop Idea
Elevate your next dinner party by crafting these golden DIY napkin rings holders! They look so pretty set out on your table.
DIY Terracotta Air Dry Clay Earrings
Check out these four different terracotta air dry clay earrings!
Air Dry Clay Candle + Match Holder Strike Plate
How elegant is this air dry clay match holder and strike plate! I love the speckled look that was added to the clay.
DIY Clay Balloon Planter
The circular shape of this Clay Balloon Planter is so chic! And no two planters will ever look the same, so you are creating a unique piece every time.
DIY Moon Phase Wall Mobile
Celebrate the beauty of the phases of the moon with this clay wall hanging tutorial.
DIY Clay Stars Decorations
Add a little something special to your gifts with these clay star decorations. They also would be lovley on a tree!
DIY Terracotta Essential Oil Diffuser & Car Air Freshener
Add a little essential oil to these stamped clay discs and diffuse your car or home in style!
How to Make a Clay Pendant Lamp
Add some interest to your room with this DIY Clay Pendant Lamp idea! Such fun.
Air Dry Clay Ghost Tea lights
This is such a fun and easy Halloween decoration idea! See how to make these Ghost Tea lights with air dry clay.
Clay All Seeing Eye Mirror
The all seeing eye is always watching you! Check out how to make this trendy green eye mirror from air dry clay.
Air dry clay mini pots
Perfect for holding succulents or even air plants, these mini pots are a great quick project with air dry clay!
DIY Air Dry Clay Christmas Village
The most adorable Air Dry Clay Christmas Village is just one afternoon craft away!
Lacey Clay Containers
Learn how to stamp your clay with this fun lace looking pattern tutorial.
DIY 3D Flower Wall Hanging
Add some whimsey to your room with a 3D Flower made from clay!
Air Dry Clay Faux Succulent
I almost did a double take on this air dry clay succulent! It looks so real.
Air Dry Clay Recycled planter
Learn how to take an old plastic container and turn it into a cute air dry clay planter with this fun how to craft!
DIY Bottle Vase
Air dry clay is perfect for making bottles and vases for tabletop displays.
How to Make A Rustic Floral Handmade Clay Tray
Add a stamp and some paint to make this rustic floral clay tray project!
If you are looking for even more clay inspiration, look no further!
These air dry clay projects are amazing! I love how creative and diverse they are. I can’t wait to try making the decorative bowls and the plant pots for my space. Thanks for the inspiration!
Absolutely loved this post! The ideas are so creative and easy to follow. I can’t wait to try the planter project this weekend. Thanks for the inspiration!
I absolutely loved this post! The projects are so unique and inspiring. I can’t wait to try the DIY planters and the jewelry dishes—perfect for my weekend crafting! Thank you for sharing such amazing ideas!
I absolutely loved this post! The air dry clay projects are so creative and inspiring. I can’t wait to try making those flower pots and decorative beads. Thank you for sharing such fun ideas!
I absolutely loved this post! The variety of air dry clay projects you’ve shared are so inspiring. I can’t wait to try my hand at the planter and the decorative bowls. Definitely bookmarking this and gathering supplies for a fun crafting weekend! Thank you for the inspiration!
I absolutely loved this post! The variety of projects featured is amazing, and I can’t wait to try making those cute planters. The tips on painting and sealing the clay were super helpful too! Thank you for the inspiration!
I absolutely loved this post! The variety of projects showcased is inspiring, and I can’t wait to try my hand at some of them. The ideas are so creative, and I appreciate the detailed descriptions. Thanks for sharing these amazing air dry clay projects!
I absolutely loved this post! The variety of projects you shared is so inspiring. I can’t wait to try the plant pot ideas and those adorable animal figures! Thank you for such a creative and fun compilation!
I loved this post! The variety of projects you shared is so inspiring, especially the DIY planters! I can’t wait to try my hand at creating some unique pieces for my home. Thank you for the great ideas!
I love this list of air dry clay projects! Each idea feels so fresh and creative—I can’t wait to try my hand at making some of these. The DIY plant pots are calling my name! Thanks for the inspiration!
These projects look amazing! I can’t wait to try some of these ideas out, especially the decorative bowls. Thanks for the inspiration!
I absolutely loved this post! The variety of projects you showcased is amazing and has truly sparked my creativity. I can’t wait to try the decorative planters and the jewelry holder! Thank you for the inspiration!
Thank you for the inspiration,.
projects you showcased is amazing and has truly sparked my creativity
I absolutely loved this post! The air dry clay projects are so creative and inspiring. I can’t wait to try the marbled coasters and the cute plant holders. Thanks for sharing these ideas!
The air dry clay projects are so creative and inspiring
Thanks for sharing these ideas.
I absolutely loved this post! The ideas are so creative and unique, especially the plant pot project! Can’t wait to try some of these air dry clay projects this weekend. Thank you for the inspiration!
Please don’t use that Homer Laughlin plate to hold glue.
don’t use that Homer Laughlin plate to hold glue.ok
How did it go?
If you cover somthing you want to mold when its dry can you cut it off the item?
its dry can you cut it off the item