Do you love creating with your hands and exploring new materials? Then this article is for you. The air-drying clays SIO-2 PLUS and SIO-2 COLOR PLUS are perfect for turning your ideas into unique pieces—no kiln needed. Today, we're sharing 3 charming projects you can easily make using templates. Grab your tools and let your imagination soar!

1. Decorative Swallows: Elegance in Motion

Start with a figure that symbolizes freedom and beauty: a swallow. This project is perfect for decorating walls, frames, or spaces with a natural spirit. All you need is a swallow-shaped template and white SIO-2 PLUS clay. Apply the clay over the template, gently shape it, join the parts, and let it air dry. Once fully dry, bring it to life with SIO-2 acrylic paint!

Materials:

SIO-2 PLUS Natural White Self-Hardening Clay

Swallow Template

Basic Modeling Tools

SIO-2 Acrylic Paint

Great for beginners and experienced artists alike. Result: a delicate and highly photogenic piece!

2. Decorative Bear: Rustic and Adorable

Looking for a cute piece with a handcrafted charm? This little bear made with SIO-2 PLUS Terracotta clay is just perfect. Its warm tone and glossy finish make it stand out in any space. Once dry, protect it with SIO-2 glossy fixative varnish and decorate it with wool details—like a sweater, a scarf, or whatever your creativity inspires.

Materials:

SIO-2 PLUS Terracotta Self-Hardening Clay

Bear Template

SIO-2 Gloss Varnish

• Wool for decorative details

Modeling Tools

A craft that blends rustic charm with cuteness. A perfect gift or a truly special decoration!

3. Colorful Bunnies: Fun for Everyone

This project is full of color and creativity. Use COLOR PLUS clay, available in a range of shades, to model cute little bunnies using a basic template. Then, customize them however you like! Add bigger ears, flowers, carrots, accessories… you can even mix colors to create new tones.

Materials:

SIO-2 COLOR PLUS Self-Hardening Clay (various colors)

Bunny Template

Basic Modeling Tools

SIO-2 Gloss Varnish (optional)

Perfect for family crafting or creative workshops. Kids will love it!

Get Inspired to Create!

These ideas are just the beginning. With SIO-2 clays, the possibilities are endless. Mix textures, play with colors, and shape your own creations with the power of your hands. Which of these ideas will you try first?

You’ll find more creative inspiration at home on our Instagram @sio2.claycrafts.

Comments (2)

    • Veronica
    • 2025-08-06 19:46:32
    Donde puedo conseguir las plantillas?
    • SIO-2
    • 2025-08-07 15:45:18
    Muchas gracias por tu comentario. Las plantillas de cada una de las 3 ideas creativas son links descargables en el listado de materiales.

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