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Clay Lunch Set B
Below is a step-by-step guide for creating the Clay Lunch Set B using our air-dry clay kit:
This includes: Onigiri, Leek, Egg roll, and Mushrooms.
Materials & Colors Needed:
- Multi-Colored Clay – White, Black, Green, Brown, and Yellow.
- Basic Sculpting Tool or Toothpick – For shaping and attaching pieces.
A — Egg Roll
1. Create the Body
Step 1:
Condition the Clay: Knead a ping–pong–sized piece of light yellow clay until it is soft and pliable.
Step 2:
Make a short log: Roll the softened clay gently between your palms to form a short cylinder. Aim for a length of about 2–3 cm
Step 3:
Flatten slightly: Lightly press or roll the log on your surface to flatten the top and bottom so the shape is a little squashed — not a perfect circle. This helps the “roll” look natural.
2. Create the Inner Spiral
Step 1:
Starting from one short end of the flattened log, gently roll it inward toward the center to form the visible spiral or rolled-end detail.
Final Look
B — Mushrooms
1. Create the Body
Step 1:
Mix the colors: Take equal amounts of white clay and brown clay and knead them together until a uniform light brown color.
Step 2:
Shape the stem: Roll the light brown clay into a smooth cylinder between your palms, about the size of a grape for a small.
2. Create the head
Step 1:
Condition the Clay: Knead a small piece of brown clay until it is soft and pliable.
Step 2:
Shape the cap base: Roll into a round ball, then press gently between your palms to form a dome (think of a soft mushroom top). The dome should be wider than the stem.
Step 3:
Attach cap to stem: Place the dome onto the top of the stem and press gently to join. Blend the seam where the cap meets the stem by smoothing with your finger.
3. Add details
Step 1:
Use a toothpick or sculpting tool to lightly draw the two shallow intersecting lines across the top of the cap.
Final Look
C – Onigiri
1. Create the Body
Step 1:
Condition the Clay: Knead a piece of white clay until it is soft and pliable.
Step 2:
Shape the rice ball: Gently press and shape the clay into a rounded triangle, with soft, curved edges.
2. Add the seaweed strip
Step 1:
Condition the Clay: Knead a piece of black clay until it is soft and pliable.
Step 2:
Roll it flat into a thin sheet. It should be about 1/3 of the height of the onigiri
Step 3:
Press it onto the bottom center of the rice ball. Wrap the black strip around the rice ball. Smooth the edges slightly so it sticks well.
Final Look
D – Leek
1. Shape the white base
Step 1:
Condition the Clay: Knead a piece of white clay until it is soft and pliable.
Step 2:
Roll it into a small cylinder. Slightly flatten the top where the green part will attach.
2. Create the Leaf strips
Step 1:
Condition the Clay: Knead a piece of light green clay until it is soft and pliable.
Step 2:
Roll it into a small cylinder. Slightly flatten the bottom where the white part will attach.
Step 3:
Attach the green to the white: Press the green leaf pieces onto the top of the white cylinder.
Step 4:
Add extra leaves: Make another small green piece and attach it to the side.
3. Add the details
Step 1:
Use a toothpick to press two shallow lines down the center of each to create leaf texture.
Final Look
Let It Dry
Place on a flat, dust-free surface and let air dry 24–48 hours, depending on size and humidity.
Optional Finishing Touches
- Seal or Varnish: Once dry, apply a clear sealant or varnish if you want extra durability or a glossy finish.
- Add Color: You can paint extra details or add a dusting of pastel chalk for shading.
Tips & Tricks
- Clay cracks while drying: piece may be too thick — hollow slightly or dry more slowly. Knead the clay more before shaping.
- Seam shows: blend with a damp fingertip or add a tiny strip of matching clay over the seam and smooth.
- Pieces fall apart after drying: use a tiny dab of craft glue on the joint post-drying.
Safety Reminder
These are decorative clay pieces — not edible. Keep away from small children who might put them in their mouths.