Are you in search of a crafty project that combines beauty with functionality? Well, you’ve come to the right place. This blog post is all about teaching you how to create your own ring trinket bowl using air dried clay. We promise that it’s going to be a rewarding experience, and at the end, you’ll have a unique, handmade item that not only serves a practical purpose but also adds a touch of elegance to your room.

What you need to get started

Gather These Materials

• – Air-dried clay
• – A rolling pin and a pasta roller (optional)
• – A knife or clay cutting tool
• – A bowl for shaping
• – Sandpaper
• – Clear varnish or sealant

Let’s prepare the clay

Take a chunk of your clay and knead it until it’s soft and pliable. Roll it out on a flat, clean surface using your rolling pin. Aim for a thickness of around 1/2 inch, you can also use a pasta roller.

Next we will shape the bowl

Now for the fun part – shaping your bowl. Cut out a circular shape from the rolled-out clay, place it gently in a bowl of your choice, and smooth it out. Ensure to press down on the clay so it takes on the shape of the bowl.

Now we need to dry and Finish

Remove your clay trinket bowl from the shaping bowl and leave it to dry as per the instructions on the clay packaging, I left mine overnight. Then after it’s fully dried, lightly sand any rough edges and apply a clear varnish or sealant for a finished look. You can also paint the bowl before you add any sealant, using an acrylic paint color of your choice.

Caring For Your Clay Trinket Bowl

Care for your trinket bowl by wiping it with a damp cloth as needed. Avoid submerging it in water as this could cause damage.

And there you have it! A step-by-step guide to creating your own ring trinket bowl from air dried clay.