Begin with a clean salt shaker. Decide on the character’s style like fairy, goddess, or vintage doll and imagine how her dress will flow over the glass base.
Roll and shape the clay for the upper body directly onto the shaker’s top. Then smooth it gently with your fingers, blending seams as you go. Sculpt delicate features like the face, shoulders, and arms. You can add texture for hair or press in tiny clay flowers for a crown.
Let the clay dry completely (or bake if using polymer clay). Once hardened, paint the figure with gentle, natural tones. Next, add rosy cheeks, painted eyes, or shimmering details to make her come alive.
For extra detail, glue a few faux pearls, beads, or lace around her waist or neckline. You can even dust a little glitter over the dress for a magical touch.
Finish with a coat of clear gloss varnish for shine and protection. Display her on a windowsill or mantel where sunlight can illuminate her glass gown.
