Learn how to use decoden cream for crafts! Discover fun ways to decorate frames, hair clips, and more with this soft clay whipped cream.
Looking for a brand new way to get creative? We’ve got just the thing! Decoden is a colorful, frosting-inspired craft that’s trending for a reason: once you start, it’s hard to stop! Using a soft, air-dry whipped clay, you can create adorable projects that look like they belong in a dessert shop.
Decoden is short for “decoration denwa,” meaning “decorated phone” in Japanese, where the trend originated. It involves decorating surfaces with whipped cream-like air dry clay, faux sweets, charms, rhinestones, and more.
While decoden cream mimics the look and texture of piped frosting, it dries to a stiff, permanent finish. It often comes ready to use in piping bags with decorative tips, allowing kids to “frost” all kinds of surfaces!
Here’s what you need to get started with this fun craft, plus some fun ideas to try out!
How to Use Decoden Cream for Crafts
MATERIALS
- Decoden cream kit with piping bags and tips
- Decorations like charms, faux sprinkles, and glitter
- Bases to decorate: picture frames, trinket boxes, jars, candles, keychain blanks, hair clips, etc.
- Tweezers or toothpicks for detail work
- A tray or placemat for protecting your work surface
Here are some kid-friendly decoden craft projects you can try at home, in the art studio, or during a birthday party craft session:
1. Candy-Themed Hair Clips
Decorate small clips and barrettes with piped decoden cream and top with mini charms. The perfect girls’ night activity!
2. Custom Picture Frames
Add a whimsical twist to photo frames with colorful decoden clay and decorations like hearts, stars, or flowers. Read More about How to Make a Decoden Frame for Mother’s Day
3. Keychains and Bag Tags
Use flat acrylic shapes as a base and decorate with decoden cream and tiny charms. Add a key ring to turn it into a custom backpack charm.
4. Pretend Cupcake Candles
Pipe cream on top of jarred candles and decorate with faux cherries, charms, and sprinkles. These “treats” make adorable gifts!
5. Decorated Pencil Holders
Upcycle jars or cans by piping decoden around the rim and adding fun embellishments. A great way to organize art supplies or desk essentials.
Tips for Using Decoden Cream with Kids
To make your decoden crafting session stress-free and fun, keep these simple tips in mind:
- Protect your surfaces with a tray or table covering.
- Let kids practice on scrap paper before starting their final project.
- Use larger bases (like frames or boxes) for younger kids who are still developing fine motor skills.
- Have toothpicks or tweezers on hand to help place tiny decorations.
- Dry flat and undisturbed: decoden clay takes 24–48 hours to fully set.
- Encourage creative freedom: there’s no “right” way to decorate with whipped clay!
Crafting with decoden cream is such a unique way for kids of all ages to express their creativity! Whether your child is into glitter and glam or candy-themed everything, this trending craft offers hours of imaginative creative play and an adorably sweet finished product!
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