Souffle Faux Tassle Earrings

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® Work ‘n Bake Clay 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 metal, aluminum foil, an index card or the Sculpey® Clay Mat at 275°F (130 °C) for 30 minutes per ¼" (6 mm) 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.

Blend 1/4 package Latte with 1/4th package Igloo. Make a #3 sheet of the mix about 2” wide and 4” long. Mark the strip about ½” down with your ruler. Slice as shown, from the ruler line to the edge of the strip.

the strip in half. Make small rectangular bases with the Latte/Igloo clay. Wrap tassel strips around the form. Insert bails and bake for 30 minutes at 275. Cool.

Make sheets of Igloo and Poppy Seed on the #3 Setting. Form a small striped stack. Cut the stack in half. Place on each side of a cube of Igloo. Reduce

Apply a thin coating of Bake n Bond. Wrap a slice of cane around the base. Cut very thin strips of Poppy Seed and create lines and an X on the white square centers. Bake for 30 minutes at 275.

Hang your pretty tassels from ear wires and enjoy!