Air Dry Clay and Model Magic Animals

Add a wild whacky animal army to your Wall with this Air Dry Clay & Model Magic Animal Craft. This flexible activity uses either Crayola Air Dry Clay or Crayola Model Magic.

Ages: 8 and up, Tween and up, Adult

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Animals

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Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

Gather all the supplies needed to bring your craft ideas to life! From paints and markers to glue and scissors, our crafts section has everything to spark creativity and make every project truly special.

Cardboard
Cardstock
Metallic Markers
Pencil(s)
Scissors
Washable Markers

Steps

Step 1

Using a piece of cardboard, cut out the shape of a stylized frame.
Step 2

Sketch a frame border design and draw over it multiple times with Crayola Metallic Markers
Step 3

Paint a landscape or backdrop with Crayola Spill-Proof Washable Paint.
Step 4

Draw and cut out an outfit for your animal from cardstock, and add details with Crayola Markers.
Step 5

Glue your animal's outfit onto the frame.
Step 6

Mold and shape your animal's face using Crayola Model Magic OR Crayola Air Dry Clay.
Step 7

Glue your animal's head onto the frame.
Step 8

Attach ribbon to the back of the frame. After glue steps, let frame dry 1-2 hours before hanging.

Crafts

CIY Staff Tips

Air Dry Clay or Model Magic pieces that haven’t dried will easily adhere to one another. For added strength, or to attach dried pieces of Air Dry Clay or Model Magic, use our No-Run Washable School Glue.

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