AIR DRY CLAY VS POLYMER CLAY | DIY ILLUSTRATED KEYCHAINS

[@jandenissebelen8211]

I really find this video so helpful for someone like me who doesn't have an oven to bake the clays with. Thank you so much!!

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Awesome :D Glad i could help :D

[@m3tr0idgrl]

Do you have working electricity? If so, you can probably get lucky finding a toaster oven in the goodwill store 💖 that's where I got mines

[@jandenissebelen8211]

@@m3tr0idgrl we have toaster oven. But will it work on polymer clays?

[@m3tr0idgrl]

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[@Yomamaveryphat]

I have an oven but clay could be toxic or something so I don't want to mess something up

[@tams7411]

Mid-late last year I converted from polymer clay to airdry for multiple reasons: 1. It's not plastic, which is important to me. 2. The price, it's so much cheaper. 3. The end result feels more luxurious some how? Closer to ceramics rather than plastic. 4. It's really fun to work with, with the soft consistency, and if it's an airdry earth clay, that's even more fun! 5. You can paint watercolour and gouache (I want to avoid acrylics for the same reason that it's plastic) on it with no primer or hastle! This is because it soaks into the pouris clay and dries, rather than sitting on top like polymer clay. Anyway, those are my reasons, I don't know if anyone else will find them useful/interesting?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

You have really good points! After filming this video i did find myself reaching more for the air dry clay to be honest. I just feel i need to make it more durable using resin. Polymer clay is indeed very expensive for such a tiny amount and honestly it's hard to shape. And yes the whole plastic thing i didn't even consider until now. So thanks for sharing your thoughts :D

[@tams7411]

@@AncaPoraIllustration aah you're welcome! ☺️

[@JojosCraftyLove]

Ditto! :) Thank you for your list of reasons! Helps me justify staying put with air dry clay instead of polymer clay.

[@tams7411]

@@JojosCraftyLove aw yay glad I could help (^o^)

[@alaipoblete6757]

Is it easy to break when i want it to be a keychain?

[@manphins]

As someone just starting out getting into clay this was pretty helpful

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Thank you! I am so glad to hear that!

[@9coolaid]

You can let your piece dry and use a damp sponge on the air dry clay to smooth it, and cut down on the mess sanding creates.

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Owh thank you for the tip. I will use it with my next project ♥

[@theailona]

Dumb question, but does that mean the clay can deform if it got wet (e.g.? spilt drink)

[@9coolaid]

@@theailona yes too much water will dissolve most air dry clays, especially paper clay.

[@chabiaiya7409]

@@AncaPoraIllustration Dry clay or polymer clay are the best.plz reply me

[@MadBear1118]

you can also color air dry clay yourself! i use air dry clay to make miniatures, and use a drop or two of acrylic paint kneaded into each clay ball creates great colors. It won't be as vivid, but you can easily customize the colors you want without affecting the qualities of air dry clay.

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Owh interesting idea. I need to try it. Thank you for the tip :D

[@SugaarAciid]

That's a genius idea! Thank you so much for the tip (:

[@litmibimi]

I tried adding arcylic paint to the Darwi Clay but like you said its not vivid. Plus the colour is streaky. A lot of kneading.

[@hannahmitchell87]

Do you think mica powder might work to colour it too? Or would that affect the consistency? And how intricate can you get with your miniatures Vs polymer clay? I'm new to air dry clay & need to work at very small scale eg 2-4mm flowers & leaves

[@FoxySparkles]

@@hannahmitchell87 Mica powders are a very light way of colouring but yes they will work!

[@laurentiaesmeralda650]

Hey, I'm so thankfull that you created this.. there are many tutorials about making pins using clay, but only yours came up with comparative between these two kinds of clay..

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

:D Yay ! I wanted to do a video comparing them as i was personally curious about this . So i am glad i get to help others

[@slashbat2375]

I'm glad you mentioned sanding the air dry clay in this video, that's all I really needed to know. I don't need my item to be durable for a long time, but I do need to sand it! Wasn't sure if air dry clays even got hard enough for that. My clay experience is solely with stoneware clay

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Yup it does get pretty hard. but i would recommend you let it dry for at least two days :D

[@Midgy21747]

Thank you for that. Very helpful . One big advantage of air dry clay is that it is not plastic and therefore more eco friendly.

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Great point! I do prefer using air dry clay usually :D

[@zenaneah]

Im actually still indecisive with my airdry clay. People ive watched seems to show that polymer is better in all aspect, but upon seeing your video. Yeah, i guess you are right. They both have their own pros and cons but I do feel like I a really am more comfortable with air dry clay. Thank you.

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I just think it comes down to personal preference. I like air dry clay because i am more used to it and it's more inexpensive. But polymer is pretty cool also :D

[@zenaneah]

@@AncaPoraIllustration but in terms of durability which would you choose over?

[@iickie_bloop8813]

@@zenaneah it depends on what u are making, If u are making stuff like keychains/jewellery/charms I think air dry clay is pretty good! (In terms of quality and money) But if u are interested in making something to use in ur day-to-day life I would say polymer clay, she also did mention in the video that air dry clay might break

[@debbiedew1]

What an interesting and fun tutorial. I have both kinds on hand but haven't tried them yet. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

My pleasure :D Maybe start with the polymer clay as it isn't so time consuming

[@lula456]

This is such perfect timing, I was about to search for this kind of video and then it was uploaded - thank you! 😊

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Awesome :D Glad the universe came together :D

[@orlandobley6090]

It looks so beautiful. Thank you for useful information that you’ve provided. Now i can easily decide which clay to use for earring making

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Glad the info was helpful! Thank you

[@wendyporter1093]

Thanks for doing the comparison! I started with polymer clay, but moved on to air dry clay! I am much happier !

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Yay! Happy to be able to help. I personally.prefer air dry clay as well ❤️

[@Qlovercutie]

Can I ask why you prefer air dry to polymer ?

[@jmsansomascaro]

I would recommend using polyurethane varnish for polymer clay. You can find it both in gloss or matte finish. I use the brand Duraclear. More and more, though, I see people use UV resin to glaze their pieces, either by using a lamp or a special lantern to harden it (like the ones that are used for nails) or letting the piece dry in the sun. This method is quite fast, maybe around five minutes if you’re using the lamp. If it’s a flat piece, like the keychains you made, and you want it to have a coat of 1-2 mm thick (kind of creating a dome) you can use a special resin for that. I have only tried the brand Cleopatre Glass Lack (it takes about 24 hours to dry completely), but a lot of people use the one by Lisa Pavelka Magic Gloss (I think this one is a UV resin). The pieces look really well with the doming effect, very shiny and glossy. And you can pierce the resin using a hand drill, by the way. I hope you find this helpful! (I apologise for any mistakes in English)

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Thank you so much for your very informative comment :D I will give resin a go in the near future i think as i love the glossy effect it has.

[@serenityjewel]

Resin is toxic. If anyone is going to use it, please read the warning labels on the containers. There's a reason the labels are so big and prominent. You need hand protection, eye protection, and a well ventilated space or a good mask if you're going to work with resin. And resin gives off toxic fumes until it is fully cured, which takes at least 24 to 48 hours. The fumes from resin quietly damage the body and by the time a person realizes they're not okay, the damage is quite extensive.

[@soon_to_emerge]

Thank you for the video! I want to make my own watercolour palette using clay, but was not sure if I can use air dry clay for it (I don’t have oven sadly).

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I am thinking you could make one if you use a waterproof varnish. Maybe i will try to make one also as iwas thinking about it for a long time and see if it actually works in a future video

[@eb7128]

Stumbled into air dry clay (was gifted some) it's quite nice. So much to learn. Your artwork is beautiful.

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

It's a pretty fun medium to work with ! I really enjoy it :d

[@matishtar]

I actually switched from air dry to polymer clay, because it holds the tiniest details so well, is much more durable, doesn't shrink, and is a dream to work with in comparison to the soft air dry clay. I think it really depends on the type of project you're making. I get my polymer clay (I use cernit as well) in blocks of 500 grams, just like the air dry clay. In bulk it's cheaper than the tiny blocks. Also, when you condition your polymer clay sufficiently, there's usually no need for extra products to make it softer, especially with a new block. Adding oil can actually make it stickier and harder to work with. All I use is some rubbing alcohol after sculpting to remove fingerprints, and smooth surfaces. For a project like this, a flat surface to paint on, I'd probably choose air dry as well. For intricate sculpting, it's polymer clay all the way! 😄 I looove your painting style btw. Just found your channel, and I'm diving into your videos now.

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Thank you so much!! :D I am not very good with sculpting so that's why i probably prefer air dry clay. I need to revisit polymer clay however. I feel there is so much undiscovered potential there :D Thank you so much for your helpful and lovely comment ❤️

[@matishtar]

@@AncaPoraIllustration If you ever decide to revisit it, I'd love to see what an amazing artist like you could accomplish with polymer clay! It's such a versatile medium. You can even paint with it, that might be right up your alley. Look up the channel Artistic Variations on YT if you have the time, my mind was blown when I first saw her polymer clay paintings.

[@ergoproxii]

Hey does the paint on polymer clay cracks?

[@matishtar]

@@ergoproxii Nope :) I use chalk pastels to colour the clay before baking, and/or acrylic paint after curing, and that works perfectly.

[@untangled99]

I am new to working with these products so I looked forward to reviewing your video. I thought the look was good, however my complaint of it is that you don't leave your dialog, the point of having a tutorial video, up long enough to read. Your instructions are visual. You don't speak, so you are expecting the viewer to see your actions AND read the material within seconds of it appearing on the screen. Very tiring, and after a while, not worth the effort. Sorry to be blunt. But I got more info from the comments section. I was looking forward to getting more info from YOU. Could you either redo or fix it? Thanks.

[@beawilderment]

WOW this is exactly the video i needed!! Thank you for being so thorough! And the keychains are sooo cute!!!

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Oh i am so glad you found it helpful . Thank you for watching ❤️

[@debbralehrman5957]

Thanks for doing a side by side comparison. I have seen people show one and make reference to the other so it was nice actually see how they do compare. Again thank you have a good week.

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you!

[@ceci7962]

Thank you so much!! I was curious to know if you think my posca pens would work nicely on the air dry clay?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I think they do. I have used them in the past but only for adding small details ❤️

[@ayllyn6788]

hello, may i ask if the gesso base is really necessary when you paint the clay? and what would happen if i didn't apply it? thanks! :))

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

The gesso is not necessary but it gives the clay a more grippy texture similar to paper which i preffer. You can totally skip that step if you wish. As long as you coat your clay piece entirely in paint. Otherwishe the colors might turn a bit yellow from varnishing. Hope that makes sense

[@vinsbean]

Hi! Thank you for making this comparison video! Been thinking a lot which to buy for its price value. This came in really helpful! :)

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Really happy to hear that you found my video useful :D

[@vinsbean]

@@AncaPoraIllustration i ended up choosing ADC! Cos it feels like more in tune with earth??? Hahaha. Thanks again! :)

[@angeladear9237]

Thank you for doing the comparison. I found it very helpful.

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I'm so glad!

[@mandanbecca1]

LOVE!!!! So cute! Great video. I had to watch it more then once to read everything you put in the screen and then again to just watch you create. Loved it! Thanks

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Thank you! :D Yes i might have added too much text in a very short time but i am still glad you like the video :D

[@mandanbecca1]

Anca Pora Illustration I did! I enjoy your video very much 🧡

[@arundhathiiv9123]

Hi! I've been wanting to make some jewellery using clay for a while but I've been confused on whether to use polymer clay or air dry clay. Which one would be better according to you, based on lightness(especially), durability and ease of painting as a whole? I am a beginner. Thank you so much! Loved the video!

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

From my experience air dry is lighter but is also more prone to breakage. Most people use polymer clay for jewelry as i think it's more durable. I personally like air dry clay more but i make other types of projects with it.

[@arundhathiiv9123]

@@AncaPoraIllustration Thank you so much!! :)

[@MeganWangart]

this is exactly the kind of video i was looking for!! so helpful thank you!

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Happy to hear that ❤️

[@lisbeth126]

This was everything I needed to know! Great videos and great shots :)

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Glad my video helped :D

[@RadishTheFool]

That was very pleasing to watch, and those charms came out so cute. The colours were just lovely. And the information was very helpful, as I've been considering trying out clay for a while now.

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Thank you! The colours are from Holbein and they are very vibrant and nice. Glad you found this video helpful :D

[@RadishTheFool]

@@AncaPoraIllustration Thank you very much, that's good to know. But I was actually commenting on your colour combinations, they're wonderful. 😊

[@Sledgehannahgaming]

Can I ask why you do a base coat of gauche first (I didn’t realise this was necessary for painting air dry clay) and why it’s an advantage to use the waterproof gauche paint (instead of just acrylic paint)?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

It is not necessary so you can totally skip it especially if you are using acrylic paint. I personally use the base coat because when I varnish my piece if there is any area that is not covered by paint then that will turn yellow from the varnish. Also it makes the surface more paper like and easier to paint. As for why I prefer gouache I just feel I have better control with gouache then acrylic. It's a personal choice

[@kimuy2448]

Do you also have videos on how to top resin on air dry clays??

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I do not yet. But i am planning to try out resin in a future video as it looks so nice and glossy

[@jyotiogennavar9134]

hey ,this was such an amazing video!!it was very informative ,thank you so much for sharing this

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for you kind comment!

[@artman2016thedream]

Just add acrylic paint to your air dry clay 🤯 now you’ve got a variety of colors 🎨

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I need to try that in the future. Thanks for the tip :D

[@varshadevnani7824]

WOW! This is awesome. Great work! I wanna use this idea in so many forms, thanks for sharing! :)

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Thank you so much! Glad I could help :D

[@palssingh1105]

So beautiful. I always wanted to know if its okay to bake polymer in an oven you use for your own cooking?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I think it is safe as long as you leave the oven open after using it and also a window near by. I had no issues and since they suggest to bake it in the oven i am guessing it shouldn't be toxic or anything.

[@alishbazainab6923]

Very helpful video just one question doesnt air dry clay shrink? And can you please make another video on how to make marble pattern using air dry clay

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

It does shrink quite a bit when drying! I will see what I can do :D

[@mitalitalekar5721]

Hey! Which varnish u recommend for polymer clay... That is water resistant and doesn't turn yellow over time?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I used a varnish from cernit which is specifically designed for polymer clay. However I do think that resin works best

[@lady_icarus]

Omg!!! This is right on time for a project I’m doing!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Awesome :D i am glad i could be of help

[@cidevant002]

I much prefer air dry, specifically cold porcelain, for a few reasons: 1. Infinitely way fucking cheaper and, considering where I live, incredibily more easy to get. 2. If you want it in different colors you can grab the cheapest paints you have, use the tiniest drop and kneed it until it changes. 3. You get way more material in one single package. 4. You can use water to smooth thing out and then glued them together with white glue, which is also pretty cheap. 5. Not easy to break, at least the ones I have used. Some of my figurines end up falling over or on the floor and nothing happened to them. I am talking both big figurines and small ones. 6. I don't trust myself to not burnt it on the oven so it's way easier just let it harden on it's own. 7. The fact that is more time consuming is a plus for me, honestly, because it allows you to relax and take your time.

[@alekawaiiya]

I love cold porcelain for one simple reason: I don't have an oven. Period.

[@cidevant002]

@@alekawaiiya I have but I don't have the patience so either I would get it burnt or undercooked somehow. Cold porcelain rules.

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Yes i agree 100 % :D These are some of the reason i reach for air dry clay more the polymer :D The main thing is the price. I just feel that polymer clay is a bit too up there in price. Thank you for listing these reasons :D

[@taliamolina6230]

Is cold porcelain more durable than air dry clay? I want to make earrings, which type of clay is more suitable and durable in your opinion? (Polymer clay is too expensive for me)

[@cidevant002]

@@taliamolina6230 Cold porcelain is way more durable, perfect for jewelry.

[@lanarosefit]

Is the air dry clay really sturdy? Do you recommend some sort of glaze to protect it from the elements since it is a key chain?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

The best way to coat them is to use resin. That adds structure and will make it less likely that they break :D

[@chela66613]

i feel like this is a great video. i feel like you can use both for diffrent reasons. i would say if your making jewelry or figureings then i think it would be a good choice to use the polymer if you want a more of a durable lasting item. an u can also use the air dry if you want to make a delect sulpture or something that you know that it needs more care. so i think their both great depending on what you are using it for. i love it !

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I totally agree! They are both good in different ways and it just basically depends on your personal preferences

[@shhthisisredtoo]

thank you! i'm looking into making clay art and this gave me a good idea about them ♥

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I am glad you found the video helpful! :D

[@jeanelle5728]

thank you so much for this video! i just started using air dry clay and tried white gesso for the base, but it ended up peeling off. do you know what might have gone wrong?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I am so sorry about that. Gesso is not a necessary step in this and you could try painting without it especially if you are using acrylic paints. I have not had this happen but it might just depend on the gesso. Maybe try layering it in thin layers

[@hannahmitchell87]

Thanks for the comparison! I wonder if air dry clay might be too soft to make very tiny miniatures 🤔

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

My pleasure! I personally find air dry clay easier to work with and get really fine details with it. It is however more sensitive then polymer. It depends on your personal preferences really

[@hannahmitchell87]

@@AncaPoraIllustrationGood to know! I'll have to experiment! Thank you!

[@doctorarvindram]

Any suggestion on the how to reduce the ceramic clay stick to hand

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

The dryer the clay is the less sticky it is . So try using less to no water at all when working with it :D

[@thelifelearners4643]

Amazing thank you! What varnish did you use for the air dry clay xx

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Thank you! I used the Maimeri Gouache Gloss Varnish

[@giveitupforbeabadoobee]

i love your channel, but is gesso really needed and what if i don't use it and only sand it? because it's kinda hard to find one here, thanks!

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I use gesso mostly because of the varnish i use at the end. The varnish will turn the clay into a yellowish colour if there is no gesso. But you could also prime it with white acrylic or really any acrylic :D It works just as well

[@lyndagabriel6539]

Thanks so much for this! Can you use normal acrylics on the polymer clay or does it have to be gouache? And it looked like painting was easier once you had one layer of paint, is that right? Thanks!

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Yes i think actually acrylics would work better actually . I just use gouache as i like it more then acrylics. It definitely was easier once i got that initial layer of paint on

[@ninjaturtles12121]

I've decided to go with air dry clay. What type of paint should I buy, size of sandpaper and what finisher or sealer should I use on top??? Is gesso mandatory under the paint for air dry? Thanks a lot in advance

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Hi there! :D I usually use fine sand paper with around 120 grit. The sealer on top is a gouache gloss varnish from Maimeri. Gesso is not mandatory especially if you are using acrylic paints instead of gouache. However I personally use it because the paint adheres better and the gouache gloss varnish tends to make any area that is not painted a yellowish color. So the gesso prevents that from happening. Hope this helps

[@ninjaturtles12121]

@@AncaPoraIllustration yes it does thanks a lot

[@mrspo7012]

did you paint your dry air clay with white before coloring it?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I did . I used white gesso but you can also use white acrylic

[@dideanashazlinwong4673]

Hye, may I know what type of colour can be use to paint the clay? Can I use acrylic paint?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

hi! I used acrylic gouache in this video but regular acrylic paints work just as well 🥰

[@userea_]

The clays you made are so beautiful!!!

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Thank you so much! :D

[@suchitameow]

Thankyou it really helped me a lot in understanding the difference.

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Glad it was helpful❤️

[@ssp0614]

is it possible to mix a tiny bit of colored oven clay with a large amount or natural airdry clay to have a mixed color without having to bake it ?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I don't think it is possible. I have heard that people mix their air dry clay with acrylic paint to make it colorful. Hope this helps ❤️

[@ssp0614]

@@AncaPoraIllustration ok thank you very much for your help and your response. I have heard of that technique but was hoping there was maybe another one less messy lol but I will give it a try ! 😊😊

[@RichARichTV]

Thanks for the video! I think I'll save my coin and go for Air dry clay! Seems good enough for me as I have lots and lots of time at hand!

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I tend to go for air dry clay for that reason and many more. I just feel it's so much more easier to work with also ❤️

[@RichARichTV]

@@AncaPoraIllustration Thanks for your awesome video ❤

[@GuiltyPleasure72]

Tyfs.. is the weight difference significantly different in the finished pieces? My guess is yes and the air dry is much lighter.

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

yes the air dry clay is lighter but not by a lot. :D polymer clay is basically plastic. so that's why it's a bit heavier

[@GuiltyPleasure72]

Anca Pora Illustration thanks!

[@linili3518]

Wld any acrylic sheet be gd as a mat for clay projects?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I think so. I would recommend getting a cutting board . Those work best for clay projects!

[@JojosCraftyLove]

They both look equally gorgeous with their unique finish!! I have quite a few 1kg blocks of air dry clay... I got them on sale late last year and they're 2 for the price of 1 at that time. lol! *Help* >< The only negative thing about air dry clay for me is that it can be very fragile after it is cured. Thank you for your video and yes, it is helpful! Also, is the gouache varnish water resistant? I found that when I used acrylic water-based sealer and tripe thick glaze they tend to end up a bit tacky even after it is dried for a long time, especially during hot/humid weather. The only thing so far that worked for me is the polyurethane gloss varnish (I use Jo Sonja brand, Australian based company). I also have the Liquitex gloss varnish which I will try as well.

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

The gouache varnish is indeed a bit tacky after it dries, but it is water resistant. I find that the tackiness does go away in time . I will look into the Jo Sonja varnish you mentioned :D . Thank you for your comment :D

[@JojosCraftyLove]

@@AncaPoraIllustration Thanks for your reply regarding the gouache varnish. Looks like I will have to stick with the Jo Sonja polyurethane varnish for now as it is non-yellowing, permanent and for indoor/outdoor. I think any polyurethane varnish would work as long as it has the same qualities once cured/dried. :)

[@rahman077]

I use the mont marte air dry clay, is this one better

[@jhun8838]

I’m planing on making it with miya gouache but I don’t have any knowledge of clay making. Need to ask question, do you know what to use for top coat or varnish? As gouache it’s water soluble, I don’t know anything that can works with it without getting ruined? But! Really love your videos! It definitely help me in some way!!

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I do use a gouache gloss varnish . You can find one from maimeri and it does not affect the paint at all. Thank you so much!

[@jhun8838]

@@AncaPoraIllustration I’ve try it, however it doesn’t work on Miya gouache set, so I’m saving up for getting an acrylic set ☹️

[@zaynkataw83]

thank you so much. i never had to use gesso or any sort of primer on my air dry clay when painting with acrylic

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Acrylics are a bit different. I find that using gesso helps the gouache adhere better to the surface.

[@zaynkataw83]

@@AncaPoraIllustration oh i see. do u have any particular reason for using gouache rather than acrylic?

[@blumibelfi4320]

@@zaynkataw83 i think they said they prefer gouache more than acrylic to paint on air dry clay bcs of the final outcome and texture

[@Psychotarotpeutic]

Thank you so so much for this video. I am just starting out with clay and I got to 2 blocks of polymer clay to try my hands on. But to my surprise (and disappointment) I am ending up using one 60 gm block for one project...if I keep the thickness in mind. So I wanted to understand the comparison and if I can try air dry clay next. You have helped me so much. Thanks a lot again! May you do very well

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

You are so welcome! Glad you found it helpful! :D

[@erikagraceadriano5201sonic]

Hi just wanted yo ask if polymer clay can crack to like air dry clay while sculpting? When i sculp using air dry clay it always cracking and it got hard faster . So i was thinking to change in polymer clay are they they same ?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I don't have too much experience with polymer but from what I know it shouldn't crack as it is basically plastic. Maybe try using a different brand of air dry clay :D

[@erikagraceadriano5201sonic]

@@AncaPoraIllustration wow tysm for replying ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Sagar-mv3jq]

Which one is better for jewellery making

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

i think polymer clay would be better for that as it comes in different colors and is not so likely to break :D

[@wayagyee354]

which clay would you rec for making miniature food?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I think polymer clay would work best because it comes in loads of different colors and is usually used in jewellery in stuff like that. However it's a personal choice and maybe you find that you like air dry clay better :D

[@wayagyee354]

thank you so much!!

[@artworkbyevarodriguez7681]

Hello, Anca! This is really cute

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Thank you! I use a canon 700D with it's kit lens. Nothing too fancy

[@mariebaffoe-bonnie5136]

Hello. Would you recommend Ghiant polyurethane varnish for polymer clay earrings?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Hmmm as long as it is waterbased varnish i think it should work just fine :D

[@furbyacolyte5604]

maybe the gesso was what helped the painting instead of the type of clay? have you painted over polymer with gesso before?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I have tried gesso on polymer but it does not work at all. The gesso cracks and looks odd. So i wouldn't recommend it

[@furbyacolyte5604]

@@AncaPoraIllustration oh good to know, thank you!!

[@nyanneko20]

Hi, Is washing the excess air dry clay in the sink is save?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I only wash the excess from my hands from working with it and i have had no problems. However i wouldn't recommend putting large chunks of air dry clay in the sink

[@nyanneko20]

@@AncaPoraIllustration okay thanks for answering

[@mahawaseem1313]

I have a question: Is air dry clay brittle? I mean will the finished product break if it falls or if pressure is applied? Also which clay is better to make pins?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

It's definitely more prone to break rather then polymer clay. Polymer clay is basically plastic and air dry clay has a more ceramic feel to it but it is a bit lighter. It really depends what you prefer. You can make pins out of both of them really.

[@myhappykitchen8025]

Hey, will ceramics made of air dry clay lasts longer(1 or 2 years)? and how to avoid breaking of air dried moulds

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I have a few pieces that I have made about a year ago and they seem to hold up really well. About the moulds maybe use something made out of cardboard or plastic so that you can easily remove the air dry clay

[@myhappykitchen8025]

@@AncaPoraIllustration thank you so much😊😊another thing i want to know is will sealing the clay with non toxic epoxy resin make it waterproof and strong🤔

[@Sunny_8418]

Is it necessary to use the gesso base ?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

it is not a necessary step. I just like a more textured surface to paint on and also if I varnish the clay the gesso will prevent the clay from turning yellow acting as a barrier

[@hamxtercutiee4507]

Can you post a video about another option for polymer clay if you dont have oven

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I am not sure what you mean. I use my regular oven. And if not you can always try air dry clay instead .

[@morgandebruler9281]

Just wondering why not prime the polymer to increase the chance of opaque application 🤔

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I didin't know at the time that there is a polymer primer out there. Do you have any recommendations?

[@luisavervoorn]

These are so much fun, thank you for the tutorial! Do these break easily? which material is more durable in your opinion?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Thank you Luisa! I would say that polymer clay is more durable . Since it is baked and it has plastic polymers which melt together while being baked i think it''s very unlikely it will break. As opposed to air dry clay

[@lethyguaimare]

@@AncaPoraIllustration have you by any chance mixed a bit of air dry clay with glue? The white kind one used at school? It might make it more durable I think

[@ctnsakinah]

Lethy Guaimare have you tried this? Is it works?

[@lethyguaimare]

@@ctnsakinah nah I actually forgot about this, with being a Venezuelan immigrant and all what's going on trying to avoid covid these days 😅😂 and I'm more of an airbrush/watercolor/mixed media artist

[@ctnsakinah]

Lethy Guaimare its okay thank u for the replies!

[@samyvarguez8291]

I've seen some people mix a bit of acrylic paint to get pastel colors with air dry clay! I wonder if the quality is the same tho, I'm considering selling clay pins where i live.

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I haven't tried doing that. I don't know if it affect the quality in any way but i am sure it would look cool. Let me know if you try it :D

[@shahminahil9578]

Do air dry clay made earrings stand long? I want to do business but i dont have oven

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I suggest you go for polymer clay if you want to make jewellery :D It last longer since it is basically plastic.

[@ravleenmalhotra1939]

Really needed this, thanks! Just one question- what is better to make jewellery ( considering air dry clay is lighter if I'm right)

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Air dry clay is a bit lighter however i think you can use either one for jewellery. It really depends which you prefer to work with :D I see a lot more jewellery made from polymer clay :D

[@avneetkaur750]

Can we make jewellery with air dry clay as it can break quickly or should i stick with polymer clay for jewellery..

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I would recommend polymer clay for jewelry as it is more resistant. :D

[@avneetkaur750]

Thank you very much for your reply 😇

[@shahanegr10]

This video is awesome ! Thank you ! And i love your creativity :)

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Awww thank you ! :D

[@madebyshaima]

If we varnish the air dry piece will it be fine to use water to clean it?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

As long as the varnish is waterproof then yes. I would suggest using a damp cloth to clean your air dry clay projects

[@madebyshaima]

Thanks a million for your response. Highy appreciated. God bless you

[@ksenialeanza3603]

I use airdry clay as i cant put the polymer in the oven but im worried that its not as strong as the polymer? I nver really know tho cuz i cant find any info about it. Polymer seems to be stronger and more resistant right? Then i use this spray coat for protection and i hope it makes it better

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Air dry clay is definitely more prone to break . I still prefer it because it is more cheap, it does not involve plastic and i personally find it easier to work with. But if you are looking for something strong then go with the polymer. Adding a varnish or coat of protection can make it more durable for sure :D

[@ksenialeanza3603]

@@AncaPoraIllustration i have a spray varnish but sometimes the paint comes off that way even after 24h drying..do u think using the liquid one with brush is better? And i agree the air dry one is sm easier to work with

[@yashiru1032]

THIS IS VERY HELPFUL!!!! btw do u know Mod Podge? is it ok to use it for sealing or not huhu

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Thank you! I am glad you think so! I have heard of mod podge however i have never used it. I think it would work for sealing. But I can't really find it here in Romania

[@yashiru1032]

@@AncaPoraIllustration thank you so much for replying!!!

[@caramagpantay5856]

Hi! Which one of the air dry clays do you recommend more,Das or the one you use here? Thank you

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I really like the darwi air dry clay. I feel it is so much easier to work with :D

[@ergoproxii]

Hey i loved this video, what sandpaper did you use and also does the paint crack on polymer clay art? And if so after how long usually

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

The sandpaper is a 120 grit one I think. The paint I used which is acrylic gouache didn't crack on it but it was a bit difficult to get an even layer. Hope this helps :D

[@czennie6160]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THISSS 💚✨

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

You're so welcome! Thank you so much for watching! :D

[@sheilarachmawati1500]

Are cernit and fimo different? Im using Fimo but when I applied the acrylic paint it isnt working :( like not sticking with the clay

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I am not sure if they are different but i had a bit of trouble getting the paint to stick to it also. Maybe try sanding it down so the surface has more of a grip to it

[@sheilarachmawati1500]

Anca Pora Illustration ahh thank u, But I think there's something wrong with the acrylic that I use, hehe 🤔😁

[@ag6655]

Which one is recommended for durable results???

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I would definitely go for polymer for more durable results

[@ag6655]

@@AncaPoraIllustration I had already bought laca acrilex, could you please check it out on the internet and tell me your opinion cause Idk if it's good or not?

[@yadnilozano8365]

What paint do you use when coloring them?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I used acrylic gouache from Holbein :D

[@carmenlopez3357]

I use the air dry clay from sculpy. And sometimes I paint it before it dries.Or paint the clay before. Also ,I have never use polymer , it's more expensive.

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I have never tried anything from sculpy. I heard they are pretty good :D Yes I rarely go for polymer because it is so expensive :D

[@keti860]

Hi, thank you for uploading this video ❤ Is art dry clay approaching for jewelry? I make pendants and they must be really hard at the end which I manage to achieve with polymer clay but the part with the baking is really smelly and probably toxic. What do you recommend? Thank you in advance 🤗

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I have actually made some stud earring since filming this video and they are pretty sturdy.I also prefer air dry clay for the same reasons. So I think you could use air dry clay for smaller pieces without it breaking. Here is the video of making the earrings if you are interested kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZnTaaeEq9uXnM0

[@SumalathaShankinmath]

Could someone please suggest me which is better to make miniatures for beginners

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

I would probably suggest air dry clay. I find it easier to work with 🥰

[@emilylozano4212]

I have a question, I am trying to make snowglobes and I want to make the figure that goes inside out of clay. I usually work with homemade air dry clay but I am not sure if using that clay will work, im scared the pieces will disolve in the water after some time. Please give me any tips you have on what I can do or use please. :)

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

That is such a cool idea. But i am not sure either if the clay will hold up because of the water. I think true ceramics is your best bet. Or try some waterproof varnish and make a test with a small piece of clay. See if the water will damage it .let me know if you succed

[@emilylozano4212]

@@AncaPoraIllustration thank you for the tips :)

[@RaraAvis1138]

Those are sooo cute!🌸

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Thank you so so much! ❤️❤️❤️

[@deema8589]

can i use gesso as a varnish after painting my clay?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Gesso is used as a primer and even though you can find it in a transparent version i really don't recommend using it as a sealer

[@deema8589]

Anca Pora Illustration alright tysm !!!!

[@fatehaislam4996]

Would you kindly tell me what you are using, I am aksing about that glossy thing. Would you tell me what does it call? Thank you ☺

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

It's a glossy varnish especially for gouache from Maimeri :D

[@christinaharbaugh3]

Do you find the durability to be comparable?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

polymer is definitely more durable. air dry clay is more prone to cracking over time

[@AaaaNinja]

I think the base layer of paint would go a hell of a lot more quickly if you got spraypaint primer which comes in lots of different colors and did the whole lot at once outside on a piece of cardboard. It can also be sanded between layers too if needed. Just make sure not to do it on a cold or humid day and apply thin layers. I am pretty sure that the oil that you added to your polymer clay is the reason your varnish is not drying as well on the polymer clay.

[@fabihadin1771]

If I varnish air dry clay will it make it water proof?

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Yes it does. I have made a watercolor palette using air dry clay resin and varnish on top and it has been holding strong now for about two years. To make sure it is completely waterproof I would suggest you go with resin but varnish works as well in multiple layers

[@m3tr0idgrl]

You can use rubbing alcohol on oven bake clay to make it softer.... I mix it in with any new box I get and it stays soft and malleable (I think that's the word I'm looking for lol) I hope this helps....

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Oh thank you for the tip :D I need to try it :D

[@Diiana9966]

your art is amazinnngggggg

[@AncaPoraIllustration]

Thank you! :D