Planning A Play Clay Date At Home? Here's A List Of Tools And Products You Will Need
Modelling clay - once confined to children for safe sensory development and entertainment - has become popular among adults, especially couples. Several videos on the internet showcase couples engaging in clay date where they create shapes and items from modelling clay.
In a viral video that has garnered over 186,000 plays on Instagram, influencer couple Megha and Saurabh, popularly known as 'desicoupleonthego,' can be seen enjoying clay crafting as a fun date-night idea.
In another video with over 2.2 million views, influencer Sumedha Bhattacharya is seen indulging in a clay date with her friend. The heartwarming comments on the video show people calling it a cute and creative activity to try with loved ones.
If you're tempted to plan a clay date with your friend or partner, here's everything you'll need.
List Of Tools And Products You Need For An At-Home Clay Date
1. Start With The Basics
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To begin, you'll need a packet of clay. The most popular brand is Play-Doh, which explains its purpose in its name. However, there are budget-friendly alternatives available that work just as well.
2. Shaping Tools
List of Tools And Products You Need For Perfect Clay Date
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To craft adorable figures and shapes, you'll need some modelling tools. Since this is a once-in-a-while activity, you don't need an elaborate set. Basic tools can do the job. The 11-piece Clay Modeling Tools Set from Kabeer Art is a great choice. Made of plastic, these tools are affordable and perfect for single-use fun.
3. Protect Your Workspace
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No one wants to stain their dining table forever! A silicone mat provides a clean, smooth surface for your creativity while protecting your table. The Xacton Silicone Mat is an excellent option. Not only can you use it for your clay date, but it also doubles as a kitchen tool for rolling fondant, making chapatis, and more. This mat is heat-resistant, non-toxic, and odourless, ensuring safety and convenience.
4. Set The Mood With Snacks
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No date is complete without food! Instead of a full-course meal, prepare a snack platter that you can munch on without distracting from your main activity. A cheese platter, nachos, or even fruits are great options. It is suggested that you avoid messy foods because imagine dipping your fingers in clay and then in biryani! That's not what you would have imagined- a clay-filled rice or rice-filled clay.
5. Add the Final Touch
List of Tools And Products You Need For Perfect Clay Date
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Set the mood with dim lighting and soft music. To elevate the experience, bring out a bottle of red wine. Sip as you shape-it's the perfect cherry on top of your clay date.
Don't forget that before beginning your activity, browse for some clay art inspiration to avoid wasting time scrolling through the internet during your date.
And that's it! You're all set for your creative clay date. Make memories, have fun, and don't forget to capture the moment to cherish later.
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