Create Your Own Clay Dreidel: A Comprehensive Guide With Traditional Techniques
To create a clay dreidel, gather clay, a knife, and a toothpick. Use hand-building techniques such as pinch, coil, and slab to form the dreidel. Carve the Hebrew letters “Nun”, “Gimmel”, “Hey”, and “Shin” onto the dreidel using carving tools. Model the dreidel into its traditional shape, personalize it with unique designs and symbols, and finish it with glazes or embellishments.