Discover how to make your very own modern art sculptures in miniature using Silk Clay. Use small lumps of Silk Clay modeled around a Bonsai Wire frame in any shape you desire to create your piece. Afterwards, simply rub the surface with Art Metal
Paint and then push your sculpture has a stackable candle holder to finish it off. Read on to discover more.
We would recommend this craft project for adults and children over the age of 7 as there are some small parts involved! Silk Clay is safe to use and completely non-toxic. Check out Silk Clay for yourself with a
brief video overview.
What you’ll need:
Instructions:
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Step 1. Cut a piece of Bonsai Wire measuring approximately 50cm in length.
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Step 2. Shape the Bonsai Wire.
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Step 3. Push small pieces of Silk Clay onto the wire.
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Step 4. Push a lump of Silk Clay into the candle holder stand.
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Step 5. Push the sculpture into the candle holder stand.
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Step 6. Paint the sculpture and the stand with a flat foam brush.
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Step 7. Leave to dry and you’re done. It’s as simple as that!
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