How to make a polymer clay bauble ornament
A Christmas bauble that can really go on the tree after baking.
All the colours for this idea in one kitPolymer Clay Kit · €39.95See the kit - Level
- Very easy
- Time
- About 15 minutes
- Steps
- 8 steps
What you need
Clay in these colours
- Red
- White
- Yellow
All these colours are in the Polymer Clay Kit (82 colours). See the kit
- Sculpting tools from the kit
- An oven, an oven thermometer and baking paper. An adult does the baking.
Step by step
Roll a red ball.
Roll thin white strands, all the same length.
Lay a few strands over the ball so they cross on top. Press them on gently.
Lay the other strands in between and press them on.
Roll a small yellow ball.
Press the small ball flat into a thick little cap.
Press the cap in place on top of the ball.
Push an eye pin firmly into the cap. Have an adult bake the bauble and let it cool completely. Done!
Tip
Make a few in different colours while you’re at it.
An adult does the baking
- Preheat to 120–125 °C, never above 130 °C
- 15 minutes per 6 mm of thickness, max. 12 mm and 30 minutes
- Oven only: no air fryer or microwave
- Let it cool completely; attach cords and beads only after that
Polymer Clay Kit – 82 Colours
€39.95incl. VAT
82 colours of oven-bake clay, a work mat, a roller, sculpting tools and keyring parts in a storage box. Not suitable for children under 8; an adult does the baking.
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