DO IT YOURSELF

CLAY GNOME

MATERIALS TO MAKE A DIY CLAY GNOME:

- Parchment paper  - Baking sheet  - Polymer clay (this set has a variety of colors and the cutting tools)

MATERIALS TO MAKE A DIY CLAY GNOME:

- Clay cutting and piercing tools  - Modge podge  - Paint brush

POLYMER CLAY TIPS

Polymer clay can be found at most art and craft stores, or online, and is available in many colors. The bright colors will most likely be sold in 2 oz blocks. Neutral colors like white, sand, black and terra cotta are available in 1 lb packages at a lesser per oz price.

POLYMER CLAY TIPS

Gnomes are typically depicted with solid colored hats, so you will need a minimum of 4 colors. All of the bodies, beards, and noses can be the same colors. You may want a variety of hat colors.

POLYMER CLAY TIPS

- For the body: Charcoal Gray - For the beard: White  - For the nose: Skin tone of choice  - For the hat: Bright color (or to be different you could try a multicolor hat for fun or economy)

PRO SCRATCH AND ATTACH TIP

When attaching two different pieces, take your sharp tool and scratch lines on both attaching sides, this can help create a stronger fusion between the attaching pieces and will not be visible.

DO IT YOURSELF

CLAY GNOME