Modelling & Mosaics

Get ready to create your next modelling or mosaic masterpiece with these marvelous ideas!

Hieroglyph Cartouche

Create your own Cartouche and use hieroglyphs to write your name like the ancient Egyptians did!

  • Step 1Mould your piece of clay into a long oval shape around 8cm in length.
  • Step 2To create a smooth surface dampen your fingers with water and spread it over the clay.
  • Step 3Use a small rounded object to pierce a hole in the top of your cartouche. Leave overnight to dry.
  • Step 4Paint your Cartouche gold. Allow to dry.
  • Step 5Download the template provided and use a permanent pen to write your name in hieroglyphs on the front of your Cartouche.
  • Step 6Cut a 45cm piece of waxed thread and thread through the hole you created. Tie both ends together into a knot.

Materials used in this activity

Wooden Skewers - Pack of 100
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Product Code: 10014
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Product Code: 10897
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Waxed Thread - Natural - Pack of 3
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Product Code: 13422
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Product Code: 16888
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CleverPatch Air Dry Modelling Clay - White - 1kg Pack
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Product Code: 18634
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EverZart Permanent Pens - Black - Pack of 20
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Product Code: 19810
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