Air-dry clay pinch pot dish

How to make it

1. 

   1

   Warm the clay

   Roll the clay between your palms for a minute until it softens.

2. 

   2

   Make a ball

   Roll it into a smooth ball about the size of a lemon.

3. 

   3

   Press in your thumb

   Push your thumb into the center, stopping half an inch from the bottom.

4. 

   4

   Pinch the walls

   Turn the ball slowly while you pinch the sides between thumb and fingers. Thin them a little each turn.

5. 

   5

   Smooth the cracks

   Wet a fingertip and rub over any cracks.

6. 

   6

   Dry and paint

   Leave it 2 days to dry. Sand rough spots, then paint and seal it.