Wavy clay mirror frame

How to make it

1. 

   1

   Roll fat coils

   Roll clay into snakes about as thick as your thumb.

2. 

   2

   Wrap the edge

   Press a coil around the mirror's rim, covering about 1/2 in of glass. Smooth seams with a wet finger.

3. 

   3

   Add the waves

   Push the outside of the coil into bumps and curves. Make it as wild or tidy as you like.

4. 

   4

   Let it dry

   Leave it flat for 48 hours. Little cracks might show. Normal.

5. 

   5

   Fix and sand

   Fill cracks with a dab of wet clay. Sand any rough spots once dry.

6. 

   6

   Paint and seal

   Paint 2 coats. Seal with a matte top coat so it doesn't chip.