I want to make a homemade paw print ornament?
I bought a special kit that’s supposed to let you make an ornament with your dog’s paw print. But the clay that came with it is all dry and crumbly. What clay/dough can I make or buy that will give me a good paw print that I can dry, and hang on the Christmas tree? If Sculpey… which type? A: The Model Magic will work, but you need to make sure you condition and compress the clay thoroughly, otherwise it will crack as it dries, You might also want to make a form for the paw print. The easiest way is take a waxed milk carton or any other container that is slick inside. Cut it down to about 1-1 1/2″ in height to make a form for your print. Place the form on a piece of waxed paper. Condition your clay and compress it into your form. Really jam it in there, and smooth it flat. Then place the paw on the clay (you might have to wash the paw first…lol…Model Magic picks up EVERYTHING), and gently press it into the clay, pressing on each toe separately. I don’t know where you are..I’m in A
