/> 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
/> 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!
/> 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.
/> 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!
/> 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!
/> 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.
/> 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!
/> 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!)
/> 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!
/> 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!
/> 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!
/> 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.
/> 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!
/> 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!
/> 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!
/> 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!
/> 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!
/> Preserve memories from the most special days in your life with this dried flowers shadowbox project!
/> 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!
/> 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!
/> 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.
/> 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.
/> 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!
/> 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!