More Than A Number

Hobbies are wonderful ways of spending your free time constructively. Clay modelling is lots of fun. Even if you’ve never tried it before or think yourself artistically challenged, that’s ok. It’s a relaxing hobby and when you do create something funky, you can show it off to your friends!

An inexpensive hobby, clay modelling requires a lot of patience. Practice makes perfect rings true to this hobby. Things you’ll need to start include:

- Clay
- A bucket
- A mug
- Needles
- Forks
- A thin wire
- A wooden spatula
- A knife
- Water colours
- Paint brushes

There are so many different ways to model clay. Just keep experimenting. If your first attempt ends up looking like a lump of clay and nothing fancy, don’t be disappointed. Each attempt will only make you better. Once you’ve got the hang for it, try making clay models with delicate features. These models are supported by wires, and are slightly more complicated to make. Small, stuffed, solid clay models are really the easiest to make, while a hollow model is also possible.

Once you’ve mastered the art, you’ll realize how this hobby is wonderfully relaxing. Watching the clay take shape in your hands is a great feeling. Get creative with it. Turn your creation into a work of art. Paint it, give it some character. This is a ‘must-try’ hobby. Take it up and soon, you’ll be turning out pieces of fine art.