Clay gift tags

Get started with this fun DIY project and make your gifts even more special! These clay tags are an original alternative to regular gift tags. Not only are they fun for the holidays in Santa's bag or under the tree, but they're also a great gift-wrapping tip for birthdays. Read on to find out how to make your own clay gift tags!

Requirements:

A packet of self-hardening white clay
Baking paper
Stamps
Knife, round cookie cutter, or drinking glass
Rolling pin
Scissors/skewers
String
Optional: hobby paint

STEP 1.

Remove the clay from the packaging, knead it until smooth, and shape it into small balls. Flatten the balls or use the rolling pin, and cut out the desired size and shape. Would you like to follow our example? Then make larger balls and cut them out with a round cookie cutter or a drinking glass. You can also cut out other shapes with a knife, such as stars, hearts, or squares. Do you have sturdy cookie cutters at home? You can use them to cut out the most creative shapes.

STEP 2.

Grab your stamp set and stamp the name or message into the clay. In our example, we used letters to represent the holidays, but you could also use his or her nickname or simply a heart. Take a pair of scissors or a skewer and pierce a hole at the top of your shape so that you can thread a ribbon or string through it later. The thicker the ribbon or string you want to use, the larger the hole needs to be. You can also create larger holes with a sturdy straw.

STEP 3.

Now let the clay dry according to the waiting time specified in the instructions on the clay packaging and wait until your gift tags are ready. Have fun giving!