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Find an appropriate-sized box to use for this craft. You can buy a paper craft box or recycle any sturdy box that has a top and bottom. |
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Plastic or tin containers like chocolate boxes, lotion tubs, or any rigid container with a top and bottom can also be used. |
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Think about what color you'd like your keepsake box to be and prepare the corresponding color of self-hardening clay. Typically a Valentine-themed project will be red or pink, but you can always use other colors. If you intend to give it to a friend or loved one, you can make it using his/her favorite color. |
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If you find it difficult to find colored self-hardening clay, you can always color your own clay. Add in a little bit of poster paint to white self-hardening clay and knead until it is evenly colored. |
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Apply a small bit of clay onto a portion of the box and flatten the clay evenly. Do not spread it too thin though since we need to embed all sorts of small decorative objects onto the clay later. |
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Continue applying and spreading the clay until you've covered the top and bottom box pieces entirely. Remember to leave out the portion where the top and bottom pieces are supposed to overlap. |
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Decorate your keepsake box by sticking small objects onto the clay. Craft decorative materials like sequins, rhinestones, stickers, beads, and buttons will make your box look fabulous. |
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You can draw lines, dots, and tiny designs with glitter glue or puffy paint. |
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Once you're happy with your design, let the clay dry overnight. Give this box to your friend with a token, a Valentine's Day note, or some sweets inside it. |
