Polymer Clay: Let’s Make Tiny Houses
We will use polymer clay to sculpt a collection of tiny houses limited only by our imaginations. A class for 9-14 year olds.
Katie Chad
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(488)
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursHomework
Students may wish to adorn their creations further with acrylic paint after class. They may also opt to cover their work with a protective layer of Mod Podge.Class Experience
In this class we are going tiny! We will use polymer clay to build a series of tiny homes. We will use a base to build out sculptures around and fashion unique features to adorn our little creations. I will demonstrate how to construct the basic shape of the house in a step by step fashion and then offer a range of ideas to add for details. Polymer clay will require baking according to the package instructions after class. During the class I will show many options that can be used after baking if the artist chooses.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Polymer clay will require baking according to the package instructions after class parental help will be required at this stage.
Supply List
5-6 colors of polymer clay - I will use Fimo or Sculpey. Aluminum foil Rolling pin/ bottle Clay tools - cocktail sticks and plastic cutlery can also be used Baking tray After class acrylic paints maybe used to add extra details.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2020
4.9
488reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University Of Plymouth
Hello! My name is Katie Chad and I live in Texas. I received my Bachelor in Education with an Art and Design specialism and Qualified Teacher Status from Plymouth University in England. I have taught elementary education in Europe, The Middle East and North America.
My passion is creativity! Can I find a creative way to teach math? Is there a way I can spark excitement with poetry? Can we write a nail biting opening for a story? I love to explore new ideas and new techniques.
I love sculpture, whether I am using clay, fabric, paints, paper or recycled materials. I believe that art is a form of self discovery and exploration that is accessible to everyone whatever their experience.
My aim is to provide my students with techniques and ideas as a starting point for their own artistic discoveries. To provide encouragement and enthusiasm and the knowledge that there is no wrong answer, even happy accidents can result in fantastic creations!
Truth be told, I wish I’d been educated at Hogwarts. I have loved reading the books with my own children. We have thrown several elaborate Harry Potter parties at our house. I have been known to dress up as several of the characters including Professor McGonagall, Trelawney, Dobby and even Hagrid! We’ve made Marauder’s maps, wands, tiny potion jewelry and our own Mandrakes.
I am so excited to meet and create with your students on Outschool.
Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$14
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 65 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
3-9 learners per class
