kids can handle it, distinct features of p'clay/p'slip ceramic paperclay

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©2006 P'Clay® and P'Slip® / US Patent Number 5,726,111. Artists have granted rights to mix paperclays as taught for works of art. Because there are variables beyond my control (selections clays, papers, water, mixing errors and etc) always test samples and use at your own risk.

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Pliant and gentle out of the bag...P'Clay®, sets up- i.e. hardens slightly more quickly in comparison to store bought hobby modeling putties and paper maches.

in brief

P'Clay® when it is air hardened is about twice as strong as conventional clay would be and no glue is involved like in paper maches.

Broken ears, tails, handles and the like can be sent back to the maker for repeat practice, revision, re-attachement, reinforcement, alteration, and or redesign as often as needed. No shame, no blame. Repeat practice is rewarded.

Therefore: Transport unfired work without fear... even in the back of the car to the nearer kiln, or home etc.

Also no water mess on the kids desktops like in the old days see the simpler way to introduce a coil lesson here>>>>>>

For example read an excerpt "Repair a broken leg" here>>>>>>

And to finish? suppose time gets away from you, and firing would take longer than you have... just do a non fire finish. See some options for non fire finish here>>>

Water Clean Up

Have white or buff color base p'clay® for beginners of any age. With kids, I avoid darker red-iron colored clays becuase they stain clothes, hands, and table tops if I am are not careful. Ask your supplier to help you choose..

Compatible

with ceramic glazes and firing: Looks the same after firing. Takes burnish, terra siggilata, underglazes, slips, engobes and glaze. The intermediate bisque fire is optional. Fire in a well ventilated kiln to cone 04 or higher.

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