Introduction: Tabletop Textured Flower Vase Using Glass Bottle and Clay

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This project transforms an ordinary glass bottle into a stunning sculpted artwork by building a human face entirely out of clay. Using simple tools and hand-shaping techniques, the plain bottle becomes a textured, expressive sculpture with detailed features like eyes, nose, lips, and hair. The combination of clay modelling, artistic carving, and creative upcycling makes this project a perfect blend of craftsmanship and imagination.

Supplies

  1. Glass Bottle
  2. Clay
  3. Sculpting Tool
  4. Paint & Brushes
  5. Nose Ring

Step 1: Preparing the Bottle and Cover It With Clay

  1. Take a clean, dry glass bottle
  2. Take air-dry clay and roll it on a flat surface with a pvc pipe.
  3. Gently press the clay on the bottle surface.
  4. Start from the bottom and move upwards, covering the bottle completely and evenly.
  5. Smooth the joints with your fingers so no gaps or cracks are visible.

Step 2: Sculpting the Face on the Bottle

  1. Take a small piece of clay and place it where you want the eye. Flatten it slightly to form the basic eye shape with a sculpting tool .
  2. Add little clay at the bottom to make the nostrils and tip of the nose. Smooth and refine so the nose looks natural.
  3. Make two small clay coils for the upper and lower lips, place them below the nose, and refine the curves to shape the mouth.
  4. Roll long clay strips or flatten pieces to form the hair and arrange them around the face to frame it naturally.

Step 3: Adding Color and Texture

  1. Once fully dry, apply a base coat (for example, black or dark color) over the entire bottle.
  2. For adding texture add contrasting color like gold to highlight few areas, making the facial features stand out.


Step 4: Adding the Nose Ring Detail

  1. Take a small decorative ring with a tiny stone works best for this sculpture.
  2. Gently press one part of the ring into the nose.
  3. After fixing, slightly tilt or rotate the ring if needed so it hangs naturally and matches the shape of the face.


Step 5: Final

The completed sculpture beautifully showcases how basic materials like a glass bottle and clay can be transformed into a striking artistic piece. With careful shaping, thoughtful detailing, and finishing touches such as highlighting and the added nose ring, the bottle gains character and personality. This project not only enhances your sculpting skills but also demonstrates the potential of everyday objects in creative upcycling. Displaying the final piece adds a unique artistic charm to any space, making the entire process both rewarding and inspiring.