Q&A for How to Make a Clay Bird

Use your imagination. Look up pictures of a unicorn. If you know how to make a clay horse, do this and add a horn.

The price of white clay varies depending on where you live and what store you buy it from. You can get it at a craft store or you can order it online.

For a bird tail, make a small, thick cone-shaped triangle, and round the tip. For the ruffles, flatten some clay and stick it to the tail. Repeat as necessary.

Try acrylic paint, as it usually works well on clay. If that doesn't work, you might try paint markers. As explained in the instructions, consider using different colors.

Most clay works fine if it's meant for pottery or sculpting. The only thing with air dry clay is that it will take longer to harden.