I love Fimo Clay, it's just so easy to use. I wanted to do a DIY on how to make some really simple geometric pendants. They make great gifts for your friends, and they're not difficult to make at all.
You'll need:
- Fimo Clay in your chosen colours
- Craft Knife
- Small rolling pin
- Card
- Toothpick
- Jewellery chain and joining rings.
- Small pliers
Firstly break a small bit of clay off and knead it in your hands to warm it. Roll it into a ball and press it flat. Use a rolling pin to flatten it neatly to about 2-3mm thick.
Use your card to draw out a geometric shape. I did a large and small semi circle. Use this as a stencil to cut out your shapes with a craft knife.
Use a tooth pick to create the holes where you'd like the rings and chain to go.
I blended my two clay colours to create this marble effect. Experiment with your coloured clay.
Bake to the manufacturers instructions. Leave to cool then add your chain!
A few tips:
- Make sure the surface you're working on is clean- I picked up tiny specs of dust on my white clay!
- Don't pick your pendants up with your fingers, move them around with a flat knife, or similar, so you don't change their shape.
- Use a flat knife on any straight edges just before baking so they're definitely neat and straight.
It's so quick and easy - why not make a few for all your friends. You could also use ribbon or leather cord instead of a chain too.
If you have a go, make sure you tag me in your pictures on social media. I'd love to see them.
Happy Handmade!
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