If you discover how easy it is to use air-dry clay you will never have to buy small decor ornaments and accessories ever again!

In this tutorial featured on Home-Dzine.co.za I am going to show you how easy and simple it is to make your own decor accessories using air-dry clay.

Step 1: Make the Base

Cut off a piece of clay and mold this into a circular shape for the base of your candleholder. Mine is 5cm in diameter and 5mm thick. This part will be the thickest part and will provide strength for the layered leaves.

Step 2: Add Leaves

Break off another pieces of clay for the first leaf. This does not need to be as thick as the base, make it about 2mm thick. Use your fingers and thumb to shape it. If you need to smooth out any defects, dip your finger into a little water to work the surface of the clay.

Step 3: Add More Leaves

Repeat the previous step to add more leaves. Press each leaf firmly to the base so that it all sticks securely together. Again, if you need to smooth out any defects, a wet finger works well.

Step 4: Smoothing

A small container with water and the rounded end of a paintbrush can be used to press down and smooth out before you put the candleholder in a sunny spot to dry out during the day.