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Making your own modeling clay at home is easy to do and also fun for those who don't have a lot of money to spend. Homemade modeling clay is also fun to make with children. In this article, you will find simple methods to make your own clay using household ingredients and how to mold with them.

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Method 1 of 2: Make your own clay at home

1. Model the clay into figures. You should be able to mold the clay into different shapes with ease. If the clay becomes a little too hard, add a little bit of water. Let the molded clay dry overnight before painting it.
   • Paint the figures with acrylic paint or other types of hobby paint. Add glitter, accents or other craft accessories to your figures and shapes.
   • To give the clay a color, add food coloring to it. Divide the clay into several pieces to make pieces of clay in different colors.
   • When you are done, you can finish the clay with a transparent layer, such as shellac, acrylic spray or transparent nail polish.

Tips

• This clay is completely non-toxic and is therefore very suitable for children to tinker with.
• Make sure you don't add too much oil. This will make the clay too soft and greasy.
• Make sure to keep the leftover clay in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
• If you make clay and don't add salt, the clay will mold and rot.
• Don't throw away the leftover clay, but be creative and use the clay for something.