When creating with Crayola® Air-Dry Clay, we recommend forming your sculpture into a 3D solid structure. If you feel an armature is necessary, it’s best to use one that allows a small amount of give, such as crumpled aluminum foil. Using a rigid armature can lead to cracking, as it doesn’t accommodate the clay’s natural constriction during drying.
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Unused Crayola® Air-Dry Clay can be stored in an airtight container for 3-12 months. Avoid storing clay with added water.
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Crayola® Air-Dry Clay has a smooth, porcelain-like texture when wet and can be shaped on a potter’s wheel by intermediate and advanced students. However, it is not suitable for kiln firing or use with traditional ceramic glazes.
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Dried and sealed pieces made with Crayola® Air-Dry Clay are not waterproof, so we recommend displaying finished pieces indoors.
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Crayola® Air-Dry Clay can be sealed once your piece is completely dry after 72 hours. Once dry, we suggest using an acrylic varnish. Make sure to test its compatibility with the varnish before applying it to a finished piece.
Sealing your work will not waterproof it. Exposure to water and outdoor elements will have a negative effect on the Air-Dry Clay, so we recommend displaying your sculpture indoors.
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Crayola® Air-Dry Clay
- This clay gradually hardens into a durable solid over time, gaining strength. Explore various crafts using Crayola Air-Dry Clay at Crayola.com.
Crayola Model Magic®
- An air-drying modeling compound, Crayola Model Magic remains lightweight and retains some flexibility even after drying. Discover fun crafts with Crayola Model Magic at Crayola.com.
Crayola No-Bake Sculpting Clay
- No Bake Sculpting Clay dries fully within 72 hours, is silky smooth and blendable, retains high detail, adheres to various surfaces and can be used in multiple ways (rolling, stamping, etc.)
Crayola Modeling Clay- Unlike Air-Dry Clay and Model Magic, this is a non-drying modeling compound, allowing for sculpting, squishing, and reuse for endless creative enjoyment.
Curious about our collection?Discover our vibrant range of modeling compounds at Crayola.com.