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Use plastic, resealable zipper bags to mix Claycrete without the mess. Add a handful of Claycrete and a small amount of water to the bag, then massage it until mixed. Test the mixture; it should hold its shape when squeezed, but not drip water.
Start with a sturdy wire or aluminum foil armature as the base for your sculpture. Then, wrap the armature with masking tape or a layer of papier-mache, as Claycrete adheres much better to these surfaces than bare wire.
Work in tortilla-thin coats, letting each layer dry completely before applying the next. Thin, even layers help prevent cracking and ensure strong adhesion.
Place a sheet of wax paper over your Claycrete and flatten it until thin. Lay the sheet on your form, press gently to shape, and slowly peel the wax paper away.
To reduce sanding later, smooth the Claycrete while it’s still wet. A popsicle stick or damp mixed-media brush works great for refining surfaces before they dry.
Use rubber-nibbed tools to press and shape fresh Claycrete into textures or fine details.
Cracking usually happens when clay dries too quickly or unevenly. To prevent this, cover your work loosely with plastic to slow down the drying process. Make sure thin parts (like handles) are covered more tightly than thick parts. Slow and steady wins the race in ceramics!
Cracking usually happens when clay dries too quickly or unevenly. To prevent this, cover your work loosely with plastic to slow down the drying process. Make sure thin parts (like handles) are covered more tightly than thick parts. Slow and steady wins the race in ceramics!
Cracking usually happens when clay dries too quickly or unevenly. To prevent this, cover your work loosely with plastic to slow down the drying process. Make sure thin parts (like handles) are covered more tightly than thick parts. Slow and steady wins the race in ceramics!
Fed up with rough edges on your mugs? Make sure to clean the 'foot' of your p...
Fed up with rough edges on your mugs? Make sure to clean the 'foot' of your p...
