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How to Make Dragon Eyes from Air Dry Clay

Tutor: Rosie Johnson, sign writer, illustrator and artist

Join self-taught artist Rosie in this beginner friendly session as she shows you how to make a beautiful air dry clay decoration using beads for realistic looking dragon eyes.

This beginner-friendly project is a great introduction to working with air dry clay. You can experiment with textures, shapes and colours to create your own unique dragon eye designs.

About Rosie:

Rosie is a self-taught sign writer, illustrator and artist who has tons of experience teaching people of all abilities the art of hand lettering, decorative arts and handmade items.

Preparation

Find a comfortable space to work at a table or flat surface

Video time

60 minutes

How to Make Dragon Eyes from Air Dry Clay | Virtual Village Hall | Royal Voluntary Service

Text reads, "Dragon Eye Craft with Rosie Johnson" over the main image at the top of this page.
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  • White Air-Dry Clay
  • Dragon eyes (craft eye beads can be bought cheaply at craft stores or online)
  • Tools for making marks, such as straws, pencils, cocktail sticks, or a knife

Air Dry Clay Trinket Dish

If you have some clay left over, why not make Rosie's airy dry clay trinket dish to store your jewellery or knick-knacks. 

Main image: an air dry clay trinket dish, painted brown, with red, blue and purple funky patterns.