Modelling Tip #21 How to Keep Air Drying Modelling Clay Soft

[@lindaandersson8981]

I just store it in a plastic bag, and make sure I squeeze as much air out as possible. Then I store it in a second bag and squeeze the air outside that one as well. Works like a charm.

[@judihickman3533]

Just got my clay and never used it before and I just so happend to coming across your vid and thanks cos I never thought of the air getting in 👍👍👍

[@beverleygavin8491]

Have only just bought this type of clay, so thank you for the tip, now all I've got to do is to work out what to make with it.

[@goldensimp7729]

Beverley Gavin same

[@pikapikachu8236]

I've got the same type of clay and i have had it for about 5 months. I've only used half of it. I just fold the end over and put it in a tub. It's perfectly fine and is the same as when i first bought it.

[@herpderpina7599]

I usually add some water into the bag and close it into couple of freezer bags and that keeps it soft for weeks. Sometimes I add more water into it if I haven't used it for a long time to make sure it doesn't dry out. :)

[@JokerLaugh]

Yeah, adding a bit of water does go a long way to keeping the clay moist.

[@nhitranphantue1348]

Thank you so much for a useful tip. Love your idea

[@teresamoore3577]

Nhi Trần Phan Tuệ how much water.

[@sculpturesbyC.D.]

Thanks for the video. I use air dry clay, put the open package in an air tight container (last a very long time)

[@FredWilbury]

I just wrap the whole bag in two layers of cling film keeps for ages .......regards Fred ....good tips though

[@johnkelley9877]

I was wondering how to keep it from drying out. Thanks for the tips.

[@Juliechouchou7808]

Thankyou joker l

[@ambartaggar3580]

I have the exact same clay!!!!! The Works has great art supplies.

[@jacksondaniels9960]

What is white air drying clay made from ? Is it biodegradable ? Is it natural ?

[@nehanainoor3043]

How good is mont marte air hardening clay compared to das? Das is a bit expensive here in India compared to mont marte.

[@harleegallagher3540]

I bought this from the range I think but it dries abit brown but I thought it was good quality so thanks for the tips

[@JokerLaugh]

Yeah, they sell it in either white clay or brown, both do the exact same thing.

[@nokiot9]

We have these things in the US called zip lock bags- might wanna look into that? Cheers-

[@YoungDymisty]

😂 We don't live on another planet 🌏. As do we in the UK, I just don't think he thought of that or maybe just suggested alternatives if they didn't have any. I store mine in a zip lock bag and a tub and it's fine. But this video was made 5 years ago so he isn't gonna see it now anyway lol. 👍🏾

[@paulastoll5977]

Hey... smart one. Watch the video. He pulls out one.

[@eileenzaballa]

Thank you for an awesome tips. Do you have a suggestion which clay to be used if it's for cooking purposes? My daughter wants to create a cooking pot and pan using clay that she can use for real cooking rpg. Thanks in advance😊😊😊

[@JokerLaugh]

Hmmmmm, that's a tricky one. Never used a clay for that exact purpose. I suppose to use with real food, I would look more into the proper Kiln clay that actually makes real pots when heated. Sorry, I could not be more help :)

[@ananka3358]

Thanks

[@rayray1755]

Does this clay get everywhere? Like...is it messy?

[@JokerLaugh]

No, not really, Maybe if you drop a bit in the carpet or something. It more seems to create a clay residue on your hands and little bits can flake off, but nothing to worry about.

[@lu8201]

How long does it take to dry and is it good to make sculptures?

[@JokerLaugh]

It is a good clay to use for a simple sculpt and brilliant for beginners, but if you want a highly detailed sculpt, I would suggest looking into Super Sculpey Clay or Aves Apoxie clay. As for how long to dry... it all depends on how thick you make your sculpt. If it's thin... just a few hours. If it is fat, maybe a few days to a week.

[@wbc5058]

Nice. Which is better aves epoxy sculp or this?

[@JokerLaugh]

By far Aves is the better clay to work with and hardens much stronger, but it is also more expensive. What I do is I use Aves to sculpt small stuff and make corrections on say models or figures, but if you are making something big like say a column or base (floor) then Air drying clay is better and more cost effective..... you can also sculpt big 95% air drying clay and then go over the last 5% with Aves to give it a hard shell so to speak.

[@JokerLaugh]

If interested, I am currently building a Medusa model and I am currently making a big column with Air drying clay and also parts of Aves Apoxie. It could give you some ideas of what I meant above. WIP pics here: facebook.com/pg/jokerlaugh1/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1181862965244543

[@wbc5058]

Joker Laugh Cool nice tips. So this DAS is like jovi modeling clay too right?

[@wbc5058]

Joker Laugh cool I liked the page

[@JokerLaugh]

khronelle Many thanks :)

[@weepyllama]

600th subscriber!^-^

[@JokerLaugh]

Many thanks ^_^

[@sevincmert4193]

When I do some works it cracks after drying what should I do?

[@JokerLaugh]

You can either lightly spray the clay with water from time to time to keep the clay softer over a longer drying time, (this helps a bit but you will still find cracks). The best method is to just let the crack appear as normal and once fully dry, give them a bit of super glue and once the glue is dry, fill in the cracks with white pollyfilla.

[@sevincmert4193]

Thank you for the advice

[@andrewhinman5113]

how long does this clay take to dry?

[@JokerLaugh]

Depends on how thick you make it, if its fin, just a few hours. If its quick thick and chunky, I would leave it a few days.

[@crankyboiy]

Have u tried using hair dryer to dry it?

[@nash-a-one]

Hi when the sulpt dries but you havent finished the sculpt, is it possible to heat the das clay and would this soften it. I ask as i saw someone use this method but there was no mention of what type of clay it was, whether polymer or drying. Thanks in advance

[@JokerLaugh]

Heat will dry it out sooner and probably crack it water makes it all mushy, your best sculpting it as and when you use it. You can use Das clay to make a generic shape and then use a better clay over that to sculpt your details... I suggest Aves Apoxie clay.

[@nash-a-one]

Joker Laugh, yes we said. Should have realised that LOL😂 So the other clay was potters clay then? I swear that used a heaat gun on the clay and it became soft. Very puzzling🤔

[@JokerLaugh]

Yeah, I think that would most probably be a different style of clay.

[@nash-a-one]

Joker Laugh, ok thanks

[@skylardrawsstuff]

thank you! this was very helpful!!

[@andrewm2399]

What about cling film

[@JokerLaugh]

Yeah, that should work....

[@theeperson3764]

just wet it. It becomes soft again because it becomes moist again. ^^

[@jemarpa3600]

My clay is so hard how to soften the clay like that

[@JokerLaugh]

You can add a bit of water and seal it away in a bag. A few days later, the clay should be moist and soft again.

[@jemarpa3600]

Joker Laugh oh OK thx for the reply +1 sub

[@loverlei79]

A zip bag works better. Then just add a moist towel.

[@najiyahbegum8697]

did u get this from the works

[@JokerLaugh]

I did indeed, in fact it's funny you just posted this because I have just got back from the Works today after buying another few packs lol.

[@najiyahbegum8697]

Joker Laugh i thought so! I've got the same pack.XXXX

[@StoryGameArtist]

TY

[@horseygirllover8020]

On my one their was a sticker that said open and close so I put it on the top to keep it soft

[@AbominableDr.Phibes]

Did it work though?

[@nandhinimk8915]

Sir how to buy please tell me sir i am from tamilnadu in salem

[@HemsLobby]

Check it in amazon.

[@souljaboytoast]

that clay is only 2:50 euro in Mr price

[@soul__seeker__5352]

yup this is uk pricing for u

[@myrafayyaz2395]

An easy way: add some lotion.😀😀

[@thuggie1]

wouldn't duct taping the bag closed be sufficient

[@JokerLaugh]

As long as air can not get to it, yeah sure. But a re-sealable bag would be easier and you wouldn't have to keep using tape.

[@andreaeyzaguirre6208]

Its way to difficult to take out your clay from package if u do it the way you are saying. Much easier to take out the whole thing out and once you are done using it, just wrapp it on a moisturized rag and then place it on a ziplock bag! Ah! Don’t forget to knead the clay before using it, it will become waaaay much easier to sculpt with it😉

[@the-jo1ff]

Good vid

[@lujaalqahtani1039]

I have the same exact one xD

[@chloedoyle9575]

I got that clay its bad

[@mcgubbin]

M8 help me asap lmao Once i wrap it up

[@mcgubbin]

Once I wrap it up is it meant to be stored in the fridge?

[@JokerLaugh]

Just wrapped up and left in a sealed up tub at room temperature is fine.

[@kendricktanrio3027]

Is das clay safe?

[@JokerLaugh]

It doesn't contain any toxic or harmful materials no, It can leave a crusty residue on your hands, but a simple hand wash after use gets rid of it.