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Peacock with lids

By Hobbyideas Team • Jul 29, 2024 • 0 • 0 • Level: A

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Create a stunning peacock-shaped Haldi-Kumkum holder using recycled bottle lids and Fevicryl Mouldit clay, beautifully painted with Fevicryl Acrylic Colours. This eco-friendly craft is perfect for festivals and home decor.

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Materials Needed

Fevicryl Acrylic Colours Black 02, Light Green 12, Fevicryl Acrylic Colours Pearl Blue 305, Fevicryl Acrylic Colour Pearl Metallic Gold 352, Fevicryl Mouldit, Fevicryl Fabric Glue, Fine Art Brushes, Empty Lids of Fevicryl 500ml Bottles, Paper Cutter, Clay Modelling Tools, Colour Palette, Water Container

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1

Paint the peacock with a shading effect using Fevicryl Acrylic Colours Black 02, Light Green 12, White 27, Pearl Blue 305, and Pearl Metallic Gold 352. Let it dry.
You can use the lids to hold Haldi and Kumkum during festivals, placing it in front of any idol.

Step 2

Paint the peacock with a base coat of Acrylic Colour Black 02. Wipe off the colour with a rough rag. Let it dry.

Step 3

We are going to make a peacock-shaped Haldi-Kumkum holder using the lids of empty Fevicryl Acrylic Colours 500ml bottles and Mouldit.

Step 4

Take Mouldit resin and hardener, mix well to make an even dough. Roll the dough to make coils.
Twist the coils and stick them around the lid using Fabric Glue.

Step 5

Take some clay to shape the peacock up to the neckline. Attach the peacock head to the lid using Fabric Glue. Add coil designs on the neck of the peacock with clay. Let it dry.