Terra Cotta Clam

A "pearl" of a craft, this Clay Pot Clam is the perfect complement for your fishy friends. If you like this project, be sure to make the other Clay Pot pond projects.
Donna Bush

Project #:
21044c

Crafting Time: 1½ hours

Skill Level:

1 being the easiest

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DecoArt^™ Patio Paint^™, Cloud White
DecoArt^™ Patio Paint^™, Foxglove Pink
DecoArt^™ Patio Paint^™, Petunia Purple
DecoArt^™ Patio Paint^™, Wrought Iron Black
Craft glue, thick
Paintbrush, flat, ¾-inch

Paintbrush, liner, No. 0
Plugs, ¾-inch, 2
Styrofoam balls, 3-inch, cut in half
Terra cotta saucers, 3¼-inch, 2
Water container

Cost of each project will vary depending on materials used.

Due to the seasonal nature of some merchandise, actual availability of some products pictured may vary.

	Use flat brush to paint styrofoam half ball Concrete Grey, saucers with a 1:1 mix of Concrete Grey and Petunia Purple and plugs Cloud White. Let dry.
	Paint saucers with Foxglove Pink and wipe back with paper towel or soft cloth. Let dry.
	Use liner to paint eye pupils Wrought Iron Black with Cloud White highlights.
	Glue styrofoam (flat side down) inside one saucer. Glue eyes in place. Invert second saucer, position and glue down to bottom saucer in back leaving eyes exposed in front.

Tip: Read and follow manufacturer's instructions for all products used.

Use photo as a guide when painting and assembling project.

Use paintbrush appropriate for size of area being painted. Use liner brush for narrow areas and detail work.

The information on this instruction sheet is presented in good faith, but no warranty is given, nor results guaranteed. Quantities and selections may vary at each store. Michaels® Stores, Inc. disclaims all liability from any injury to anyone undertaking the construction of this project as a result of improper safety precautions. Since we have no control over physical conditions surrounding the application of information herein contained, MSI disclaims any liability for untoward results. © 2009 MSI.

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