How to Make a Clay Amulet
An amulet often features a religious icon or a symbol meant to bring luck to the wearer. There are amulets designed to bring safe travel, attract wealth, or to attract love. You can make a clay amulet from polymer clay that is both attractive and easy to make even for the beginner. Amulets are usually worn around the neck but you can also make them into a bracelet or hang them from a rear view mirror in your car.
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Things You'll Need
- Polymer clay
- Clay carving tools
- Cookie sheet
- Oven
- Necklace chain
- Jump ring
Instructions
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Roll a 1-by-1 inch piece of polymer clay into a ball. Press it flat on a smooth surface to make a disk. Carefully shape it with your fingers until it is about 1/4-inch thick and 2-inches across.
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Use the clay carving tools to etch your design into the clay. Alternately, you can press another amulet or relief of the design you want into the clay to make an imprint. Poke a hole in the top of the amulet that is twice as large as your jump ring wire.
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Place the amulet on a cookie sheet and preheat your oven to 225 degrees Fahrenheit. Bake the clay for 15 minutes or according to package directions.
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Remove the clay from the oven and allow to cool for 20 minutes. Twist the jump ring open and pass it through the hole on the amulet then twist closed. Place on a necklace chain or cord to wear.
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Tips & Warnings
You can paint your amulet or use glossy paint to add visual interest or shine to it.
Do not touch the clay until it has cooled down.
