No kiln? No problem! Transform simple air-dry clay into charming, functional home décor with more than 50 beginner-friendly projects from ceramic artist Hazel Brady.
From adorable trinket dishes and mugs to planters, wall art, coasters, ornaments, magnets, and decorative keepsakes for everyday spaces,
Air-Dry Masterpieces teaches you how to make handmade pieces you’ll want to display and use every day.
Whether you’re completely new to clay or looking to expand your crafting skills, you’ll learn the essential techniques that make every project approachable, including working with slabs and coils, scoring, slip, painting, finishing, and color theory. You’ll also explore the best air-dry clays, recommended tools, finishing materials, and practical tips to help you achieve polished, professional-looking results without expensive equipment.
Discover how easy it is to make:
- Trinket dishes featuring animals, flowers, mushrooms, fruit, and houses
- Bowls, serving trays, mugs, spoon rests, and coasters
- Picture frames, vases, hanging planters, and candlesticks
- Wall hangings, shelves, and decorative room scenes
- Storage boxes, magnets, ornaments, charms, and buttons
- Personalized handmade gifts for birthdays, holidays, and special occasions
Perfect for fans of pottery, ceramics, DIY crafts, cottagecore décor, and handmade home accessories, this inspiring guide proves that you don’t need a kiln to create beautiful ceramic-style art. With easy-to-follow tutorials, colorful photography, and endless opportunities to customize every project, you’ll quickly gain the confidence to create pieces that reflect your own style and personality.
In this book, you’ll find:
- 50+ air-dry clay projects for every skill level
- Step-by-step tutorials with beginner-friendly instruction
- Complete materials, tools, and supply recommendations
- Essential sculpting, painting, and finishing techniques
- Color theory to help your projects stand out
- Creative ideas for home décor, gifts, and seasonal crafts
Bring the joy of ceramics into your home with nothing more than a package of air-dry clay, a few simple tools, and your imagination.
Hazel Brady (@hazelbean_ceramics) is a ceramicist and artist based in Los Angeles, California. She specializes in framed cozy home sculpture scenes as well as trinket dishes for jewelry. Hazel Bean runs an Etsy business and participates as a vendor in the Melrose Trading Post, a curated open-air market and cultural destination in LA.
