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Urban Legends: Air Dry Clay Techniques You Can Ignore

Urban Legends: Air Dry Clay Techniques You Can Ignore

November 27, 2024

Here are 3 things you do with ceramic, but can safely ignore when using air dry clay.

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Clash of the Clays: DAS Air Dry Clay vs Creative Paperclay

Clash of the Clays: DAS Air Dry Clay vs Creative Paperclay

September 09, 2024

Last month I tried DAS to see how it stacks up against my preferred air dry clay, Creative Paperclay.

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Sculpture Sprint: Complete an Air Dry Clay Project in 3 Days

Sculpture Sprint: Complete an Air Dry Clay Project in 3 Days

December 08, 2023

By following this weekend sculpting project plan, you can effectively break down the sculpting process into manageable steps.

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From Broken to Beautiful: Repairing Air Dry Clay Sculptures

From Broken to Beautiful: Repairing Air Dry Clay Sculptures

September 25, 2023

I receive many inquiries are about how to repair cracks in air dry clay sculptures, so here's a useful guide to help you.

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Build Your Own Air Dry Clay Sculpting Kit: Susie's Favorite Materials and Tools

Build Your Own Air Dry Clay Sculpting Kit: Susie's Favorite Materials and Tools

August 01, 2023

Create your own personalized kit and embark on your sculpting journey with confidence!

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Sticky Solutions: A Sculptor's Guide to Glue for Air Dry Clay Art

Sticky Solutions: A Sculptor's Guide to Glue for Air Dry Clay Art

May 07, 2023

Glue plays an essential role in the world of sculpting: Whether you're attaching a tail or fixing a break, it's crucial to choose the right glue for the task.

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Mastering the Art of Varnishing Air Dry Clay Sculpture

Mastering the Art of Varnishing Air Dry Clay Sculpture

March 31, 2023

By following the tips below, you can achieve a stunning finish that not only enhances the appearance of your sculpture but also protects it for years to come.

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Keep it Moist, Keep it Safe: Storing Air Dry Clay

Keep it Moist, Keep it Safe: Storing Air Dry Clay

January 22, 2022

Air dry clay can be pricey, and you might not be able to use a complete package all in one creative session. Storing your clay effectively helps to cut down on waste and ensure you'll be able to use all of your hard-earned material.

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Makers' Marks: Signing Your Clay Sculptures

Makers' Marks: Signing Your Clay Sculptures

December 25, 2021

Signing my artwork is usually done as the last step in the sculpting process. Often it feels like putting the cherry on top of an ice cream sundae.

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To Seal and Protect: Varnishing Air Dry Clay Sculptures

To Seal and Protect: Varnishing Air Dry Clay Sculptures

February 03, 2021

If you’re painting your air dry clay sculptures, you may want to consider varnishing them. Varnish is a non-pourous, transparent layer that is put on top of a final artwork.

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Not Just Paint: Why You Should Prime Air Dry Clay Sculptures

Not Just Paint: Why You Should Prime Air Dry Clay Sculptures

October 09, 2020

One thing I found is that if you're intending to paint your air dry clay sculpture, like any good artist, you need to prepare your substrate.

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Paper clay vs Paperclay: Is there a difference?

Paper clay vs Paperclay: Is there a difference?

December 10, 2019

I recently got a question about porcelain paper clay and whether it can be left to dry and then painted. This got me thinking about 'paper clay' vs 'paperclay'.

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