How to Make a Kwanzaa Candle Holder
- 1). Knead half of the professional clay until it becomes easy to mold, working on a surface that can get dirty. This is an appropriate task for a child 3 or older.
- 2). After the clay is workable, roll it out into the shape of a snake. The clay should be long enough and thick enough to support seven candles.
- 3). Divide the remaining clay into seven pieces, making sure one piece is slightly larger than the rest.
- 4). Form the seven pieces of clay into balls a bit smaller than golf balls. Place flour on your hands or your child's hands if the clay becomes sticky.
- 5). Place the seven balls on top of the snake with the largest ball placed into the center. Rub a small amount of water onto the bottom of the balls if you are having trouble getting them to stick.
- 6). Create a hole in each ball, or have your child do so, using a candle. The hole should be big enough and deep enough to support the candle.
- 7). Allow the candle holder to dry for at least 24 hours.
- 8). Paint the Mishumaa Saba the three traditional Kwanzaa colors: black, green and red. For instance, paint the left end green, the right end red, and leave a space in between to be painted black.
- 9). Place the candles into their holders and light them for Kwanzaa.
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