How to Make Your Own Bowl Out of Clay

Clay pots are simple pottery crafts easily made by hand.

Hand-made clay bowls are quick and easy pottery projects that are usable for food and decorative purposes. Clay bowl construction is appropriate for all ages and makes a great personal gift, school art project or for the simple enjoyment of creating a dish with your hands.

Things You'll Need

• Clay

Instructions

1. Roll the clay into a spherical shape; the smoother and more symmetrical the better.

2. Use your thumbs to begin hollowing out the center by compressing the clay. Smooth the central depression into a smooth hemi-spherical shape; a bowl shape.

3. Turn the bowl over and massage the bottom with your thumbs to flatten it out. This gives the bowl a stable surface to rest upon.

4. Allow the clay to air dry completely. This can typically take up to 24 hours.

Tips & Warnings

• You can decorate your bowl with acrylic paint to add color and creative flair to your piece.

• If you plan to use your bowl with food, make sure the clay and paint is non-toxic.

References

• DLTK-Teach: Make A Clay Bowl