Sculpey® Bake Shop Sunflower Decoration

Getting Started:

Please make sure your work area is covered and you
are not working on an unprotected surface. We recommend working on the Sculpey®
Oven Safe Work Mat, wax paper, metal baking sheet, or disposable foil. Uncured
clay may damage unprotected furniture or finished surfaces. Be sure to
cover your crafting area appropriately.

Start with clean
hands, unwrap and knead clay until soft and smooth, or condition by running
clay though a Pasta Machine. We recommend using a designated machine for clay
purposes only. When working with multiple colors, clean hands with soap and
water or baby wipes (we have found that baby wipes work best) before
switching colors. Shape clay, pressing pieces firmly together.  Wash hands
after use.

Baking:

Begin
by preheating oven to 275 °F (130 °C). After you are done creating; for best results bake
clay on an oven-proof surface such as metal, aluminum foil, an index card or
the Sculpey® Oven Safe Work Mat at 275°F (130 °C) for 15 minutes per ¼" (6
mm) of thickness according to package directions. Oven safe glass or ceramic
surfaces are also acceptable for baking; however please note that the baking
times may take longer as the glass or ceramic surfaces take longer to heat up. For
best baking results, use an oven thermometer. DO NOT USE MICROWAVE OVEN. DO NOT
EXCEED THE ABOVE TEMPERATURE OR RECOMMENDED BAKING TIME.

From 1/3 bar of Yellow, roll a log and cut it into 12 equal parts.

Shape each part into a little oval and place them in a circle with their sides touching.

Make a line in each petal with a tool.

Make a center with 1/3 bar Brown. Place the ball in the middle of the petals.

Push the center down so it flattens and connects to all the petals.

Score grid lines in the center with a tool.

Poke holes in each grid with a tool. Bake/cure according to the directions in step 1 above. ENJOY!