Rustic Boho Clay Medallion Wall Hanging – now that’s a mouthful, but oh my word, it’s such a fun little project to make. If you’ve been looking for an easy way to add some textured, free-spirited charm to your walls, this one is for you.
Think jute tassels, worn vintage ceiling tiles, and rustic grunge.
All the stuff that makes my boho soul do a happy dance.
Made from clay and twine, the clay medallion looks like it’s been around for ages. Minus the hefty price tag and dusty attic (of course).
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What you need
- Craft clay (air dry or polymer will both work)
- Jute twine
- Powdered food coloring or soft pastels
- Rubber stamp or silicone mold
I use a clear rubber, mandala flower stamp. You should find something similar in the scrapbooking aisle at your local craft store or on Amazon.
How to make a rustic boho clay medallion
Making the medallion
Grab a hunk of clay and condition it between your fingers. Flatten it out with a rolling pin.
Make sure the clay is big enough to fit the mold/rubber stamp.
Place the stamp on top of the clay and use a rolling pin to squish it down.
Use a sharp craft knife to trim away any excess.
Gently peel the stamp off.
Put the clay medallion safely to one side while you make some beads.
Making the beads
For each bead grab a small blob of clay and roll it into a ball.
Push a skewer or kebab stick through the middle of the ball and roll it over the rubber stamp or mold.
Bake or cure the clay medallion and beads according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Adding a time, worn patina
Ever since I discovered powdered food coloring, I’ve been hooked on using the stuff in our craft projects. If you struggle to find some, soft pastels will work too. Simply scrape the pastels with a craft knife and brush the powder onto the medallion and beads.
I just love the way the powder randomly settles in the mandala imprint, just like it would if it had been hanging around for years.
To take it to the next grungy level, I mixed two of my favorite oil colours – Warm grey and Van Dyke Brown.
Put small dollops of each color into suitable containers. You only need a tiny amount. Thin the oil paint down with a few drops of turpentine to make a glaze. Dab the glaze onto the air dry clay medallion and beads, alternating between the grey and the brown. Once again, random is good.
The glaze instantly adds warmth and character, sinking into all those little grooves and details. If you look at the piccy below, the smaller medallions on the left haven’t been glazed yet. They aren’t quite as dramatic and look a little faded, while the large, glazed medallion feels time-worn and bold.
Leave the glaze to dry. It should be pretty quick as the turps evaporates.
Putting the boho clay medallion together
If I’d taken ½ minute to think before I make, I would have poked a few holes in the medallion before curing. Clearly that didn’t happen, so I had to haul out the drill. If you want to save yourself the hassle, make the holes before the time.
I drilled one hole at the top and three on the bottom. Make as many as you want to finish off your rustic, boho medallion. Thread jute twine through the holes.
Repeat at the bottom.
Add a few beads and a jute tassel or two.
Thread the beads and tassels at slightly different heights so nothing lines up too perfectly.
That little bit of stagger keeps the clay medallion feeling organic and wonderfully free‑spirited.
Hang her up and enjoy.
I would love to know what you think. Would you make something similar to add to your home décor?
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Last update on 2026-06-03 / Source Amazon Affiliates