Looking for a fun and easy kids craft? Look no further than the polymer clay chicken and egg! These two best friends are always together, and they're so easy to make. All you need is some polymer clay, a few basic tools, and your imagination. We'll show you how to create these adorable little chickens in just a few simple steps. So get ready to have some fun with polymer clay!
WHAT IS POLYMER CLAY?
Polymer clay is a type of modeling clay that is made from polymer so it has a lot of stretch and give when being worked until it is set by baking in the oven. It is a versatile material that can be used for a variety of different projects. Polymer clay is available in a wide range of colors, and it can be easily shaped and molded into any form. It is also very durable, so it can be used for a lot of different final products.
WHY USE POLYMER CLAY?
There are many reasons to use polymer clay. It is a great material for kids to use because it is so easy to work with. It is also non-toxic and safe for children to use. Polymer clay is very versatile, so you can create just about anything you can imagine. And once it is baked in the oven, it becomes very strong and durable.
DO YOU NEED SPECIAL TOOLS TO WORK WITH POLYMER CLAY?
No, you don't need any special tools to work with polymer clay. However, there are a few basic tools that will make your life a lot easier. A rolling pin is helpful for flattening out the clay. A cutting tool can be used to cut the clay into different shapes. And a modeling tool can be used to create details. But none of those are required for this craft.
WHAT SUPPLIES DO YOU NEED TO MAKE THIS EASY POLYMER CLAY CHICKEN & EGG CRAFT?
- White Polymer Clay
- Red Polymer Clay
- Orange Polymer Clay
- Pink Acrylic Paint
- White Acrylic Paint
- Black Acrylic Paint
- Rubbing Alcohol
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Polymer Clay Chicken & Egg

Such a fun craft that kids can make in just a few minutes, this polymer clay chicken & egg charm set are cute too!
Materials
- White Polymer Clay
- Red Polymer Clay
- Orange Polymer Clay
- Pink Acrylic Paint
- White Acrylic Paint
- Black Acrylic Paint
- Rubbing Alcohol
Tools
- Chopstick or ⅛-inch Dowel
- Oven
- Parchment Paper
- Baking Sheet
- Toothpick
- Paintbrush
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to the temperature noted on your clay packaging. For my clay the baking temperature is 230-degrees F.
- To make the egg and the body of the chicken, break off two small portions (about 1 inch square each) of white clay.
- Roll each ball of the white clay into a nice, neat ball that is very smooth, then roll and shape the top (your choice of which end is the top) into a bit of a wide-domed cone. This should be as rounded and smooth as you can get it.
- Mash the other end of the white clay into a flat bottom.
- Make the comb by pinching off a very small piece of red clay (about ⅛-inch long by 1/16-inch wide). Pinch between your fingers to make a flat, thin ripply bit and affix it to the very top of the chicken body piece of white clay. To help the edges affix, you can use a paintbrush to work the edge of the red into the white.
- Make the beak by pinching off a small piece of orange clay (about ⅛-inch long by 1/16-inch wide) and mash it tiny pyramid. Affix this to the front of the chicken, in line with the comb, but about ⅓ to ½ of the way down the body. To help the edges affix, you can use a paintbrush to work the edge of the orange into the white.
- Make the feet for the egg by pinching off a piece of orange clay (about ⅛-inch square) and flattening it, rounding the edges, to make a rounded corner, flat rectangle. Cut 5 triangles out of one of the long sides of the flat rectangle, leaving 6 little pointy bits. Press this onto the bottom of the egg, sticking out visibly. To help the edges affix, you can use a paintbrush to work the edge of the orange into the white.
- To "crack" the egg, use a knife or the tip of a toothpick to draw or "cut" into the edge of the egg in several locations.
- Clean your fingerprints and tiny imperfections from your egg and chicken by gently brushing the clay with a paintbrush dampened in rubbing alcohol. This does not have to be super wet with the alcohol, just a little goes a long way. Take care to brush the white parts first, followed by the darker colors so that no colorful clay smears on your white clay.
- Bake the chicken and egg per the instructions on your clay packaging. Allow to cool completely before handling.
- Using the end of a toothpick, place a small dot of black paint on either side of the head of the chicken, above the nose, for the eyes.
- Using a paintbrush, dab a small amount of pink paint onto the cheeks of the chicken, on either side of the beak, then immediately brush it off to leave a blush look.
- Using the end of a toothpick, place the smallest dot of white paint on the black part of the eyes.
- Allow the paint to dry then enjoy!
Naomi Dobson
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