Clays

FAQs

How long does air clay take to dry?

Give it a day or two, just enough time to binge-watch your favourite Netflix series.

What’s the downside to air dry clay?

It’s fab for crafting on the fly but can throw a tantrum (crack or shrink) if not treated right. Plus, it’s not too fond of water.

What’s air dry clay good for?

It’s lekka for sculptures, decorations, and making your ex jealous of your newfound artistic skills.

How do you seal air dry clay?

With a sealer or varnish. It’s like sunscreen for your clay – protects it from going all crispy on you.

Does polymer clay need to be baked?

Yup, think of it as a potato – it’s not much good until you bake it. Just don’t try to eat it afterwards.

What’s polymer clay used for?

The real question is… what isn’t it used for? Jewellery, sculptures, miniatures for when you’re playing giants.

Is polymer clay the same as air-dry clay?

Nope, they’re like braai and potjie – both amazing but serving very different moods.

What tools do I need to make magic with clay?

The basics to start, then throw in some texture sheets, sculpting tools, and maybe a magic wand (just kidding… or are we?).

Do I really need special clay tools?

Well, you don’t need them, but they’re like the difference between slapping some paint on with your hands and using a proper brush. Gets you from “Oh, that’s nice” to “Wow, take my money!”