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/> Air Dry Clay Flower Pots Craft
You know what they say - "April showers bring May flowers." Well here at ACTÍVA, we say don't wait for May - make your own flowers! This air dry clay flower pots craft is the perfect way to do that, and it's a great clay craft project for all ages! Supplies Needed for This Air Dry Clay Flower Pots Craft Activ-Clay air
/> 3 Sand Painting Techniques to Try Today!
Sand painting is a fantastic activity for any age artist - whether it's a preschooler creating abstract art or an adult looking to try a new technique. Painting with sand creates color, texture, and dimension on any piece of art, and is an exciting way to try something new!
/> The Easiest Way to Dry Flowers in a Microwave
Flower drying has never been easier thanks to Flower Drying Art™ Silica Gel and your trusty microwave! It's true that you can not only dry flowers in a microwave, but also preserve the flowers' natural beauty for years to come! This is, by far, the easiest way to dry flowers in a microwave.
/> Don't Worry! It's No Prob-llama to Sculpt an Air Dry Clay Llama!
Sorry for the bad pun, but your students will find that it's truly no probl-llama to create their own air dry clay llamas with Activ-Clay air dry clay! This engaging air dry clay lesson plan teaches students about clay basics, texture, and more!
/> Sculpt an Air Dry Clay Sloth!
Although sloths move slowly in nature, sculpting an air dry clay sloth with Activ-Clay air dry clay won't take long at all! This lesson plan is a perfect intermediate level clay lesson that can be completed in one or two class periods!
/> Happy Rainbow Air Dry Clay Craft
Rainbows are guaranteed to put a smile on anyone's face, and we're willing to bet that this Happy Rainbow Air Dry Clay Craft will do the same! This adorable air dry clay craft for kids is perfect for St. Patrick's Day celebrations, or for any day where a simple and cute rainbow project is needed.
/> Top Five Tips for Working With InstaMold Temporary Mold-Making Compound
InstaMold is a unique product that creates flexible, temporary molds of almost any object, and that works with almost any casting compound to create perfect reproductions of those objects. Read this article to get some of our best tips for InstaMold success!
/> I Scream, You Scream: Scenic Sand and CelluClay Ice Cream!
Next to eating ice cream, there's nothing sweeter than an ice cream themed arts and crafts project! In this project tutorial, we'll show you how to make Scenic Sand and CelluClay ice cream sundaes that look so good you might want to sneak a taste*! (*Just kidding! Even though Scenic Sand and CelluClay are ACMI approved non-toxic, please don't eat them!)
/> How to Make Art Display Pedestals with CelluClay Instant Paper Mache
Every piece of art needs a beautiful display, and what's better than a display that is also a work of art? In this lesson plan, you and your students will learn to create beautiful art display pedestals by constructing an armature and using CelluClay instant paper mache for a beautiful finish!
/> Make a Water Bottle Fish Sculpture with Rigid Wrap Plaster Cloth
Sculpture lessons in the art room don't have to be intimidating! Simplify sculpting by using recyclable materials as armatures, and Rigid Wrap plaster cloth as a quick-drying sculpting medium. This free lesson plan shows you how to create a fish sculpture that your students will love!
/> Sculpt a Friendly Turtle Planter with FastMâché Instant Paper Mache
Why settle for a plain planter when you can create one packed with personality? Use Activ-Wire Mesh and FastMâché Instant Paper Mache from ACTÍVA Products to sculpt a friendly turtle planter that will make you smile every time you see it!
/> "Little Howlers" Clay Sculpture Lesson Plan {with Activ-Low Fire Clay}
Answer the call of the wild while sculpting with Activ-Low Fire Clay (formerly known as Blackjack Low-Fire Clay)! This Little Howlers lesson plan from our friend Ruthie Post at Little Budding Artist is an excellent way to introduce students to clay terminology and process.
/> Mason Jar Mummies - DIY Halloween Candleholders
Halloween will be here before you know it! With the weather turning cooler, it's the perfect time of year to get crafty. Gather some friends to make this fun Halloween craft project with Scenic Sand colored sand and Rigid Wrap plaster cloth. You'll have a blast making Mason Jar Mummies - DIY Halloween Candleholders!
/> Fabulous Floral Artwork with InstaMold and PermaStone
Use thrifted or craft store jewelry and an old frame to create a beautifully framed inspirational home decor piece with InstaMold and PermaStone! This piece is easily customizable to suit your tastes; simply modify paint colors and finishes as you like!
/> First Place Dried Flower Arrangements with Flower Drying Art
Darcie Mognet's dried flowers and feathers arrangement, Grande Finale, took first place at the Westmorland County Fair in Greensburg, PA. Read more to see this prize winning arrangement and other beautiful creations by Darcie!
/> Clay Bunny Rabbit Lesson Plan {With Blackjack Clay}
Students will enjoy working with Blackjack Clay and learning clay terminology as they sculpt and fire their very own bunny rabbit works of art. This free kiln fire clay lesson plan is perfect for most elementary and middle school art rooms!
/> How to Make Ikat Inspired Air Dry Clay Napkin Rings
With the busy holiday season quickly approaching, make your own ikat inspired air dry clay napkin rings with just a few supplies. You can paint them any color you like to match your decor. If ikat is not your style, you can leave them plain or even add polka dots!
/> Dried Flowers Shadowbox Keepsake {via When Creativity Knocks}
Preserve memories from the most special days in your life with this dried flowers shadowbox project!
/> DIY Etched Sand Art Vase {via When Creativity Knocks}
Our friend Cindi at When Creativity Knocks shows you how to use Scenic Sand colored sand to create a beautiful stained glass effect on a thrifted glass vase. It's easier than you'd think!
/> Lifelike Flowers Made with Hearty Clay Air Dry Clay
Clay flowers that look real - that's the specialty of artist Julia Dogan who uses Hearty Clay to make incredible floral works of art. Click through to see more of her incredible creations!
/> DIY Dried Flower Topiary {via When Creativity Knocks}
Grab some flowers from your garden and dry them with ACTÍVA's Flower Drying Art!
Then use them to create a beautiful dried flower topiary to use in your home decor or as a beautiful centerpiece at any party or wedding.
/> Antique Frame Restoration with InstaMold and PermaStone
Joseph Perry restored an original frame for a Bela Kadar watercolor by replicating one of the intact corners using InstaMold, then casting a new corner out of PermaStone.
/> Honey Bear Clay Lesson Plan {With Activ-Low Fire Clay}
Students will have so much fun learning about kiln fire clay techniques while making adorable "honey bears" in all shapes and sizes! This lesson plan uses Activ-Low Fire Clay (formerly known as Blackjack Low Fire Clay), and allows students to experience the magic of clay!
/> Lumina Clay Mermaid Tail Bracelet {via When Creativity Knocks}
Our friends at When Creativity Knocks have used Lumina Clay air dry clay to create a beautiful mermaid tail bracelet that's perfect for any seashore lover!
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