Which Air Dry Clay?

Air dry clay is a fantastic medium to work with for anyone from young to old and beginner to professional. It is available in a huge range of consistencies and textures and is great for very detailed fine clay work, through to large clay sculptures. It is usually a water based clay that will harden when it is exposed to air. Due to the vast variations in this clay, the strengths, durability and curing processes varies considerably with each one. Here are a few of the more popular air drying products and which clay craft they are ideally suited for making. 

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Activa Activ-Clay is 100% natural fine grain material for finer detailed creations. It is lightweight, moist clay that can be carved, sanded, drilled and painted and is available in white or terracotta. This is suitable for children and adults and all skill levels. It is ready to use straight from the packet, is non toxic and accepts multiple finishes.  According to the manufacturer it air cures to a good strength, will not crumble, and features a low amount of shrinkage and can also be cured in a kiln.

Ideally suited for: hand building, wheel throwing, sculpting and kids clay.