DIY Marbles 300g XC10-6

• Fine even texture ideal for free form sculptures
• Ideal for art, professional modelling and craft projects
• Clay block size great for medium-scale projects
• No baking needed, dries in 24hrs approx. (depending on thickness) to earthenware hardness
• Dries to a grey, matte finish
• Air dry clay can be sanded, drilled, painted or varnished once dry
• Resealable sticker included to help keep clay fresh

Handy hints

• Knead modelling clay before use
• Make sure your work surface is smooth
• To join large portions of clay, score both surfaces and dampen with slip (water)
• Cover your project with cling film and a damp tea towel between sessions and store in a cool, dry place within an airtight container
• Wash your tools with water straight after use
• Dry clay cracks can be patched with wet clay
• To speed drying time use a hairdryer

Techniques:

• Soil
• Slab
• Pinch
• Score
• Weld

• The large triangular tool defines wide inclined areas. Shape and position features with the flat round end.
• This sharp angled ribbon tool carves out clay in hard to reach places. The wooden tool end incises fine lines.
• Create uniform indentations with the curved ribbon blade. Produce level surfaces with the wide flat paddle tool.
• Remove clay and form even shapes with the ribbon tool. Make fine details and texture with the flat rounded end.
• Use this small flat ribbon tool to cut and level clay. The wooden end shapes, smoothes and carves.
• Define large areas and regulate clay thickness with this ribbon tool. Slice small objects and make linear marks with the wide wooden end.