DIY Spoon Rests
Level:
Beginner
How-To:
Home Decor
MATERIALS:
- Polymer clay in various colors
- Circle cookie cutters in two sizes one ¾” larger than the other
- Wax paper, silicone mat or another non-stick surface to work on clay roller or rolling pin
- Knife
- Baking sheet
- Non-toxic, dishwasher safe sealant
- Paintbrush
INSTRUCTIONS:
Terrazzo Spoon Rest:
- Roll out the base color of clay, we used white, into a large slab on a non-stick surface. Pro tip: leave the slab slightly thicker than you want the spoon rest to be because it will be rolled out a little more later.
- Roll out ½” thick logs of colorful clay, we used coppers, terracotta and brown.
- Cut the logs into small chunks.
- Embed the chunks of colorful clay into the slab. Place them then use a rolling pin to flatten the chunks into the slab.
- Use the larger cookie cutter to get the shape of your spoon rest. Peel away the excess clay slab.
- Press the smaller cookie cutter into the center of the spoon rest shape.
- Bend the outer edges of the spoon rest up slightly then press to meld the outer ring and center of the spoon rest together.
- Use a knife or spoon to press one part of the outer edge flat. PRO TIP: keep your crafting and kitchen tools separate.
- Place on baking sheet then bake according to instructions on package.
- Seal with dishwasher safe, non-toxic sealant. Allow to cure for time according to sealant’s instructions then enjoy!
Dragon Fruit Spoon Rest
- Roll out a slab white clay to about ½” thick.
- To create the seeds, roll out a very thin log of black clay then cut into small pieces with a knife.
- Place the “seeds” on the slab then flatten into the slab with a rolling pin.
- Use a cookie cutter to create the center circle of the spoon rest. Pull away the excess clay slab.
- To create the “skin” of the dragon fruit, roll out a long 1” thick log of magenta clay.
- Wrap the clay log around the circle then press with your fingers to meld the outer ring to the inner circle.
- Fold the outer edge up a big as you continue to meld the ring to the circle. Leave about 2 inches flat for the spoon handle.
- Place on baking sheet then bake according to instructions on package.
- Seal with dishwasher safe, non-toxic sealant. Allow to cure for time according to sealant’s instructions then enjoy!
