Christmas decorations from clay can keep kids busy

With the long school holidays ahead, keeping the children busy does not have to be a daunting task. Clay is always a winner in keeping little hands busy.

You can let them make Christmas tree decorations or tags to decorate a gift or a Christmas gift for a grandparent.

Other ideas include a snowman candle holder or a name plaque to hang on the child’s bedroom door.

You will need:

• Air-dry clay in various colours
• Cookie cutters
• A dough roller
• String
• Toothpicks to make a hole

Method:

• Take out just enough clay to use for the item at hand. Keep the rest closed in its packaging or covered with a damp cloth.
• Roll out the dough and use a cookie cutter for a Christmas pattern, or let the child sculpt their creation.
• If they make Christmas tree decorations or gift tags, use the toothpick to pierce a hole large enough to thread string through.
• When the creations are complete, leave them on a tray to dry according to the instructions on the package.