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DIY Donut Candle Holder

Create the cutest donut-shaped candle holder using air dry clay! This fun and easy DIY project lets you craft a playful, sweet design that's perfect for any space. With a simple air dry clay kit, you can shape, paint, and personalize your donut holder to add a quirky touch to your decor. Perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike, this project is sure to bring a smile every time you light a candle!

Credits: @pottdpeople

Instructions

1. Knead and roll your clay to about approximately 25-30cm circle (will depend in your tea light size) that is 4-5cm thick. This is your donut base

2. Using ribbon tool cut out circle hole in the middle of your clay check the tea light candle fits

3. Smooth surface using damp sponge

4. Knead and roll out a separate clay piece approximately the same size as your donut base that is 1cm thick

5. Using the needle tool create curves along the edge to create donut icing on top

6. Smooth edges and place over the donut base.

7. Gently using your finger, indent the middle to create a crevice for the tea light candle

8. Roll out thin strips of clay that are approximately 0.5cm in width.

9. Cut the thin strips into different size length to create the donut sprinkles

10. Score ( create lines on the surface of the clay using needle tool and apply thin layer of water to help pieces adhere properly) the donut base and add donut sprinkles

11. Let clay dry for 24-48 hours

12. Coat with white base and let it dry

13. Using acrylic paints, paint donut your desired colour

14. Coat with special gloss varnish

Create your own donut today!