Clay Modeling – Tips and Tricks

Dive into the world of ceramics and creative clay work! In this section, you’ll find articles full of practical tips, inspiration, and step-by-step guides on modeling, shaping, drying, and decorating clay.
Learn which tools are most useful, how to avoid cracking during drying, and how to create your own projects – from simple figurines to one-of-a-kind decorations.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, these articles will spark your creativity and help you grow your passion for ceramics.

Clay Modeling Step by Step – Create Your Own Handmade Decorations

• By Creative Place
• 23/10/2025
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1) Prepare Your Workspace and Tools Start with a clean surface, a bowl of water, and a sponge. Gather a craft knife or spatula, and a non-stick mat. Useful tools from CreativePlace.eu include: Small Clay and Craft Stamps – Polish Letter Set – for imprinting names or short quotes. Clay Texture Roller – Autumn Pattern 2 – perfect for natural leafy textures. Tip: Keep your clay moist but not wet – too dry and it crumbles, too wet and it loses shape. 2) Shape the Base Form Knead the clay to remove air bubbles, then shape it into a ball, roll, or flat slab depending on you..

Clay modeling — how to start and why texture rollers and stamps are so useful

• By Creative Place
• 14/10/2025
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Introduction Clay modeling is one of the most relaxing and creative forms of artistic expression. You don’t need a studio or special skills to start — just a few tools and a bit of imagination! Getting started Choose a soft clay suitable for beginners, such as air-dry or low-fire clay. Useful tools include: a modeling knife or spatula, a non-stick surface for rolling, texture rollers for creating original patterns, stamps and molds for detailed decoration. Texture rollers — instant creativity Texture rollers help you add intricate surface d..