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DIY Halloween Clay Keychain ( Ghost and Pumpkin)

ByMissy Kate

This is a cute Halloween craft. These small ghost and pumpkin keychains need no kiln or oven are these are just made from air dry clay. These are great Halloween crafts for children and are great party favors.

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What You’ll Need

Step 1: Make the 3D Clay Shapes

Ghost: Make a cone shaped blob. Add arms, use the clay tools are water to secure into place.

Pumpkin: Make a sphere from the clay, add groves like a pumpkin would have with the clay tools. Add a step by rolling a tube with clay and cutting it to size. Secure the stem with water.

Dip a finger in water and smooth any rough or cracked edges.

Step 2: Add the Hardware

Add the hardware to the top of your clay, I do this when the clay is not dry, i think if its dry it will crumble. Add glue to the hold to make it extra secure.

Step 3: Let Them Dry

Lay your pieces on parchment paper or a flat surface and let them dry for 24 to 48 hours.

Step 4: Paint

  • Ghost: Leave the clay white or add a coat of white paint. Paint two small black eyes.
  • Pumpkin: Paint it orange, the stem green, and add a face if you like.

Let the first coat dry, then add a second coat if needed.

Step 5: Seal

Brush on a thin coat of clear sealer to protect your paint and help the clay hold up to daily use, especially if it will live in a pocket or bag. Let it dry completely, and add a second coat for extra durability. Add extra sealant around where the hardware sits.

Tips

  • Air dry clay can crack. If you see small cracks, smooth them with a little water while the clay is still damp.
  • Air dry clay isn’t waterproof, so keep your keychains away from water, even once sealed.
  • Get creative: bats, black cats, candy corn, and spooky moons all work with the same method.

I’d love to see how yours turn out! Share your Halloween creations and tag me so I can see them. If you want more Halloween Crafts, try these ones.

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