Looking for a creative pottery project? Discover the joy of making your own clay egg holder. Create an elegant and practical egg holder for your breakfast table. Follow this step-by-step guide.
Materials Needed:
• Slab clay
• Hardboiled Egg
• Pottery tools (clay cutter, sponge tools)
• Heat gun
Steps to create a egg holder:
Step 1: Roll out the slab clay into a flat sheet. Cut it into a shape that can hold six eggs comfortably.
Step 2: Mark out six areas for the eggs on the clay. Place the egg in the centre of each section, gently pressing it into the clay over a foam cushion.
Step 3: Smooth out any imperfections using your fingers or a foam sponge around the egg indentations, refining the shape of your holder.
Step 4: Allow the clay egg holder to partially dry. You can use a heat gun or hairdryer to expedite the process. The clay should become firm enough to flip the holder and add small feet.
Step 5: Using a small cookie cutter, cut out clay feet and place them on the bottom corners of the holder. Ensure the clay is scored and slipped before attaching the feet. Use pottery tools to blend the clay around the joins.
Step 6: Ensuring Stability Once the clay is firm enough, flip the holder to make sure it sits flat. Check for any remaining imperfections and use a foam sponge to smooth them out.
Step 7: Drying and Firing Allow the clay egg holder to dry completely, once dry, it needs to be bisque fired in a kiln. If you lack access to a kiln, seek assistance from a local community pottery studio for firing.
Step 8: To add a glossy or colourful finish, glaze the bisque fired piece.
Crafting your own clay egg holder is a rewarding pottery project. Unleash your creativity, showcase your craftsmanship, and start crafting your very own clay egg holder today!
Happy Potting to you! 😀
