12 Projects You Can Make from One Block of Clay This Weekend

Crafting is all fun and games until you need to drop $50 on supplies to make a $6 project. This week's roundup takes that problem and turns it on its head with a list of budget-friendly DIYs that you can make from one block of clay. You can use air-dry or oven-bake clay interchangeably for most of these, so it really depends on whether you want to turn on the oven or not. Which one will you start with?

DIY Clay Decanter: You'd be surprised how little clay you need to completely cover an old liquor bottle. Adding fun cutouts is a great way to utilize every last scrap. (via Sugar & Cloth)

DIY Clay Cactus Holders: Bring some whimsy to your table decor with one-of-a-kind candle holders. (It's a cacti garden you never need to water!) (via A Beautiful Mess)

DIY Clay Wood Jewelry Boxes: This project gives new life to old bangles in a way you never would have imagined. Talk about mixed media! (via Damask Love)

DIY Best Friends Emoji Necklace: Just like the ones you used to order from the back of a teen magazine, except these are made with love. (via Aww Sam)

DIY Clay Avocado Dish: This guac won't cost you extra. (via The Glitter in My Tea)

DIY Clay Letter Keychain: With so many keys floating around — to your house, your office, and your heart — make some key tags to keep track of them all. (via Sugar & Cloth)

DIY Clay Kitty Coasters: Cat lady status gets taken to the next level with these cute coasters featuring sweet kitty faces. (via A Beautiful Mess)

DIY Square Photo Holders: These easy-to-make cubes are the answer to your Instax photo needs. (via Make and Tell)

DIY Rainbow Cake Topper: Do you need a rainbow cake topper? When it's this cute, yes, yes you do. (via Tell Love and Party)

DIY Clay Wall Hanging: Create unique decor that looks like it's straight out of a magazine using cookie cutters and a rolling pin. (via DIYs.com)

DIY Clay Orb Bud Vase: These bold and colorful vases are beautiful on their own, but they really make a statement when they're grouped together (kinda like your #squad). (via A Kailo Chic Life)

DIY Color Splatter Earring Holder: Your favorite earrings deserve a special perch. (via Enthralling Gumption)