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Handmade Animal Planter

August 14, 2017 By Angie Holden 11 Comments

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It is easier than you think to make a handmade animal planter.  You can use our EasySculpt Epoxy Modeling Clay to make one in any shape that you desire.  We chose a hedgehog cause well…they are adorable!  But think about turtles, frogs, elephants, and so much more.  You can make an entire planter farm!

Make this handmade animal planter as a hedgehog or any other shape!

Supplies needed to make a handmade animal planter:

  • Small clay pot
  • EasySculpt Epoxy Modeling Clay
  • Clay tools (optional)

Make this handmade animal planter as a hedgehog or any other shape!

The clay tools that I found helpful are shown below.  You can definitely do this project with things you have around your home.  Toothpicks, skewers, forks, and more will work with clay as well.

Make this handmade animal planter as a hedgehog or any other shape!

Start by reading all of the directions that come with the modeling clay.  It is important to follow these exactly.  You will be mixing equal portions of part A and B to make your clay.  NOTE:  I found a piece of waxed paper helped to protect my work surface.

Make this handmade animal planter as a hedgehog or any other shape!

Mix them REALLY well also be sure to use the gloves that come in the package to protect your skin.  You will want to mix the clay until it is one uniform color.  NOTE:  It will be really sticky but that is okay!

Make this handmade animal planter as a hedgehog or any other shape!

While your product is still sticky, I found it easier to work around the clay pot.  I made a very rough hedgehog shape.  NOTE:  The product will not hold shape well at this stage so don’t stress over the shape just rough out your project.

Make this handmade animal planter as a hedgehog or any other shape!

Now the hard part.  Allow your project to sit for about 90 minutes.  This will make your clay more workable and able to hold shape.  During this time, you can use talc to prevent your project from sticking to the work surface.  Once it has set for around 90 minutes from the time you mixed it, you can then start on the detail work.  I used a pinch off of the back to form two ears.  Stick them to the clay and press well to hold in place.  Watch the ears as they may sag over the next 30 minutes or so.

Make this handmade animal planter as a hedgehog or any other shape!

I then used four additional pinches to create four small feet as shown below.

Make this handmade animal planter as a hedgehog or any other shape!

I then used my clay tools to create eyes on my project.  You can also smooth out any imperfections in your surface at this point.

Make this handmade animal planter as a hedgehog or any other shape!

I also used a sharp tool to make the hedgehog “points” all the way around my project.  These are made by just pressing into the clay and making an indention.

Make this handmade animal planter as a hedgehog or any other shape!

I did not measure these at all.  Just free hand it!

Make this handmade animal planter as a hedgehog or any other shape!

Then allow your project to dry according to the package directions.  I did not touch mine for 24 hours.  You can then add the plant in of your choice.  I think a cactus is perfect for this type of planter.

Make this handmade animal planter as a hedgehog or any other shape!

Make a handmade animal planter for your home today.  You will love the results and it will go perfectly in any room in your home.

Make this handmade animal planter as a hedgehog or any other shape!

What type of animal will you make?  With our clay, you can make a planter that will last for years in just a few minutes.  Pick an afternoon and give this project a try.  A handmade animal planter would make a great gift idea as well.  Either way, you will want to be sure to add this to your must make list!

Make this handmade animal planter as a hedgehog or any other shape!

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Angie Holden

Angie has been blogging for over seven years at The Country Chic Cottage where she does a variety of crafts and home decor projects. You can even find a weekly recipe! She lives on a farm in rural Tennessee with her husband and three children. Painting is a favorite of Angie’s because it is a quick and easy way to make a big impact for very little money.

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  1. Victoria @DazzleWhileFrazzled

    August 21, 2017 at 6:59 pm

    Super cute! This would make a great gift idea. Visiting from Inspire Me Monday party.

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  2. Ruth Cox

    August 21, 2017 at 10:25 pm

    Your hedgehog animal planter is too darned cute! I’ll be saving this one for future use.

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  3. Jess

    August 23, 2017 at 1:50 pm

    SO pretty! 🙂

    I would love for you to share this with my Facebook Group for recipes, crafts, tips, and tricks: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pluckyrecipescraftstips/

    Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!

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  4. Tracy @ Our Simple Homestead

    August 28, 2017 at 10:36 am

    This is the cutest thing I have ever seen. This would make a great gift idea for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day or just a house warming gift.

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  5. Maisy

    September 1, 2017 at 3:53 am

    I’m in love with this cute little hedgehog! This is such a great idea! Easy, inexpensive, and great project to do with kids. I think an elephant would be super adorable as well, like you said. Or maybe a squirrel or a little rabbit…

    I’m happy to say that I’m featuring your animal planter at this week’s Friday Favorites linky party. Come have a look: https://be-alice.blogspot.com/2017/09/friday-favorites-week-388.html

    Happy Friday! 🙂

    *Maisy

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