Air-dry clay trinket dishes

How to make it

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   Roll the clay

   Roll a ball of clay to about 1/4 in thick on parchment. Keep it even.

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   Cut the shape

   Trace around a cup or bowl with a butter knife. Circles, hearts and ovals all work.

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   Smooth the edges

   Dip a finger in water and run it around the edge until it's soft and round.

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   Shape the dish

   Press the clay gently into a small bowl so the edges curve up. Leave it there to dry.

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   Let it dry

   Wait 24 hours, pop it out and flip it. Wait another 24 hours.

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   Sand and paint

   Sand rough spots with 220 grit. Paint it, then add a gold edge with the paint pen.

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   Seal it

   Brush on 2 coats of gloss varnish. Drop your rings in. That's their new home.