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Crafting with Kids: Clay Jewelry

July 9, 2014 by girlinspired 6 Comments

How to make Clay Jewelry - easy enough for kids!

If you’re looking for a great indoor activity to do with your kids, making clay jewelry is the perfect thing to beat the heat!  My girls made a huge collection of jewelry with me and it was so simple that even my four-year-old was able to participate.  An adult does need to help with the baking of the clay, and probably the attachment of the jewelry parts, but the kids will have so much fun molding the clay and painting the glazes on after they’ve been baked!  We made pendants, earrings, and rings and purchased all of the supplies at Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft Stores.

How to make Clay Jewelry - easy enough for kids!

Ready to make some?

How to make Clay Jewelry - easy enough for kids!

Step 1:  Gather your supplies: sculpting clay, silicone molds, jewelry parts, Super Glue, clay glaze, gold metallic acrylic paint, and a cookie/baking sheet.How to make Clay Jewelry - easy enough for kids!Step 2:  Tear off a piece of clay and knead it between your fingers until it is soft and pliable.  Roll it into a ball that will fit the size mold you wish to use.

How to make Clay Jewelry - easy enough for kids!

Step 3:  Use your finger to press the clay fully into the mold.  Scrape off any excess with your fingers so that the back of the clay is flush with the top of the mold area.

How to make Clay Jewelry - easy enough for kids!

Step 4:  Pop the clay shape out of the mold and set aside.  Continue for all desired pieces.

How to make Clay Jewelry - easy enough for kids!

Step 5:  For jewelry pieces that have an inset metal part, you will need to insert this into the clay before baking.  You can also poke holes into the clay before baking.  If you are making beads, there are special pins and holding props to help the clay maintain its shape while baking.

How to make Clay Jewelry - easy enough for kids!

Step 6:  Bake according to package instructions.  Allow to cool.  Paint with glaze and/or metallic acrylic paint if desired.  Use super glue to attach jewelry components.

How to make Clay Jewelry - easy enough for kids!

For more details, product information, and instructions, visit the project sheet in the Jo-Ann Summer Trends and Ideas Lookbook!  Also….if you have the Jo-Ann app on your smartphone and you open it to get your coupons while shopping, you might see this project pop up.  You probably won’t squeal at the cashier like I did, but it’s kind of fun to share!

How to make Clay Jewelry - easy enough for kids!

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Comments

  1. Charity says

    July 9, 2014 at 5:07 pm

    I would never have guessed those were made of clay… cuteness!

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  2. Shannon says

    July 10, 2014 at 7:03 am

    This is a great idea for my daughters! The older one loves to make things and this would be perfect! Thank you for all your great ideas and creativity! Your awesome!

    Reply
  3. Kathi says

    July 27, 2014 at 10:40 am

    These look fun to make!

    Reply
  4. Mahealani says

    May 11, 2015 at 2:22 pm

    Where do you get the rose molds? I cant find molds anywhere…unless I should be buying cake decorating molds??? Please help..very frustrating seeing projects that cant be done due to needing to source the supplies

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    • girlinspired says

      May 11, 2015 at 3:14 pm

      Hi Mahealani, I found my mold in my local Jo-Ann store in the Martha Stewart craft section. It is also available online (and on sale!) here: http://www.joann.com/martha-stewart-crafters-clay-silicone-molds-4%2Fpkg-romantic/12236667.html#q=martha+stewart+clay+mold&start=1

      Reply
  5. Jewellers london says

    July 29, 2019 at 4:52 am

    I love this DIY. I really impressed with your creativity. This beautiful necklace seems very easy to make by following your instructions. I can’t wait to try this. Thanks for sharing. https://www.hancocks-london.com/acatalog/contemporary.html

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