Claycrete & Glass Gem Bowl

Claycrete & Glass Gem Bowl Project

Time: 2-3 Class Periods
Difficulty: Moderate
Cleanup: Soap & Water

Materials:

AMACO Claycrete Papier Mache

Glass Gem Stones

Styrofoam Balls

Modeling Tools

Acrylic or Tempera Paint

Paint Brush

Use claycrete, gems and paint to create your own bowl.

Step 1
Mix Claycrete according to the directions on the package. (1 lb. should make enough for one student.)
Step 2
Use half of the Claycrete to shape a bowl on a 4" styrofoam ball or any bowl. Walls should be about 3/8" thick.
Step 3
Attach 7-8 glass gems around the side of the bowl. With the other half of the Claycrete, form a base and add embellishments.
Step 4
Sculpt additional details with clay modeling tools. Allow Claycrete to thoroughly set and dry overnight, then remove styrofoam ball or bowl.
Step 5
Paint with acrylic or tempera paint. Let dry.