Craft Your Own Metallic Medals using OOLY Air Dry Clay and Markers

Craft blog by: OOLY

Have you ever wanted to create your own medals to celebrate achievements? Whether for sports, academic wins, or just for fun, crafting unique clay medals with OOLY products is a blast! In this DIY adventure, we'll show you how to mold, shape, and use OOLY’s vibrant markers to color the air dry clay into  gold, silver, and bronze medals.

Time Duration: 30 minutes + drying time

Skill Level: Beginner

Other Items Needed: 

• Straw
• Ribbon

Directions:

Step 1: Start by taking a small piece of clay from OOLY Creatibles Air Dry Clay Kit and molding it into a circular shape. Use the palms of your hands to gently roll the clay into a smooth ball, then flatten it gently to create a disc-like shape. Ensure the clay is thick enough to be sturdy as a medal.

Step 2: Use a straw to gently press into the top edge of the clay disc to create a hole. This hole will later be used to thread a ribbon through for hanging the medal.

Step 3: With the clay still soft, use the plastic shaping tools to add your designs. You can create patterns, write initials, or sculpt simple shapes that represent the achievement or event. Experiment with textures and shapes to make each medal unique.

Step 4: Allow the clay to air dry completely overnight. This drying process ensures the clay becomes firm and durable.

Step 5: Once the clay medals are fully dry, it's time to add some shine! Use Vivid Pop! Metallic Paint Markers in gold, silver, and bronze tones to color each medal. Allow 2-3 minutes to dry and add an additional coat if needed.