Marbled Clay Beads

This fun project can take on whatever look you want. Whether it’s a marbled design or one of more solid color, kids will have a blast putting them together.

What you’ll need:
• No-bake modeling clay (We recommend Crayola Model Magic Clay): Red, yellow, blue
• Wooden skewers
• Clear crafting lace

How to make it:
1. Pinch off small pieces of modeling clay, one pinch from each color. Start with red and yellow and knead the together long enough for them to form a marbled effect.  
2. Once you have the desired effect, roll the clay in your hands into a ball.
3. Slide the clay ball on to a wooden skewer, twisting as you go to create the hole in the bead.
4. Repeat this process for as many beads and as many color combinations as you like.
5. Let the beads dry on the skewer; be sure that they are spaced enough apart so that they are not touching each other.
6. Remove from skewer when dry, about 3-4 hours, and thread onto crafting lace. Tie and wear!

Tips:
• These beads make cute key chains as well, key chains are available at your local craft supply store.
• Make solid colors from the three primary colors by continuing to knead the clay past the marbled stage.
• Small items like wiggle eyes, mini beads, sequins, etc can be added to the beads right after threading onto the skewer and will stay in after they have dried.

By: Amanda Formaro, Crafts.kaboose.com