marbled Clay heart Craft for Valentine's Day

easy polymer clay Idea By Color Made Happy

1. Polymer clay

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Prep the Clay

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Make Clay Hearts

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Finishing Touches

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abstract painted hearts

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marbled Clay heart Craft for Valentine's Day

1. Polymer clay

Supplies Needed

2. Toothpicks

3. Cardstock

4. Glue

5. Extreme glitter hologram paint (optional)

Prep the Clay

Make Clay Hearts

Finishing Touches

abstract painted hearts

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