DIY Air Dry Clay House Template | Printable Clay House Patterns for Candle Holder, Christmas Decor, Miniature Craft, DIY Clay Project

DIY Clay House Overview

Create a cute air-dry clay house that can be used as a tealight or fairy light holder. Perfect for Christmas or year-round décor.

Materials:
Air dry modeling clay (like DAS)
Tacky glue (or Gorilla Glue)
Large & Small Printable Clay House Templates

Tools/Equipment:
Scissors
Plastic wrap
Rolling pin
Cutting board
Craft knife (sharp-pointed recommended)
Baking sheet
Nail file or sandpaper

Steps:
Gather supplies
Cut out templates & roll clay – roll clay to ~1/4 inch thick, cut shapes using templat
Cut windows and details – use craft knife, remove carefully.
Dry & sand pieces – air dry 1–3 days, flip frequently, sand edges when dry.
Glue together – assemble using tacky glue, hold until stable, wipe drips.

Optional finishing – patch cracks with fresh clay if needed; paint with acrylic or paint pens if desired.

House Sizes:
Large: ~6” tall, 3” wide, 2¾” deep
Small: ~3¾” tall, 3” wide, 2¾” deep

Tips:
Store-bought clay is less prone to cracking than homemade.
Avoid hot glue—it doesn’t stick well to clay.
Allow slow drying for best results; patch any gaps after drying.

Templates:
[Large Clay House Template PDF]
[Small Clay House Template PDF]