Aves Critter Clay 1 lb bag in Native with a lump of tan clay, a sculpting tool and a sculpted hare

Aves Critter Clay 454g (1lb) Native — Water-Based Air-Dry Modelling Clay

$10.23

Aves Critter Clay 454g (1lb) Native — Water-Based Air-Dry Modelling Clay

Name: Aves Critter Clay 454g (1lb) Native — Water-Based Air-Dry Modelling Clay
Brand: Aves Studio
SKU: CC1N
Price: 10.23 USD
Availability: InStock

$10.23

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Product overview

Native Critter Clay by Aves is a soft, water-based modelling clay that hardens on its own in the open air, so there is no oven or kiln involved. This 1 lb bag holds a warm brown clay that comes out ready to work: roll it, pinch it, coil it or press textures into it, then leave the piece to dry. Shrinkage is only 0–1 %, which keeps sculpted detail and fitted parts where you put them. You get 30–60 minutes of working time, longer under a damp cloth.

Dry to the touch overnight; fully hard in 1–6 days depending on thickness
Takes paints, markers and sealers once dry, and can be carved or sanded
Wear a dust mask when sanding: dust from the dried clay contains crystalline silica
Reseal the bag airtight; opened clay is best used within 14 days

Notes · Q & A

Air-dry or oven-bake clay — which should I choose?

Air-dry clay hardens through exposure to room air, so it needs no oven but requires time for moisture to leave the material. Oven-bake clay remains workable until heated and usually becomes rigid after baking. Choose according to the finished part: air-dry foam clays may retain some flexibility, while baked polymer clays are selected for a hard sculpted result.

How long does air-dry clay take to dry, and can I speed it up?

Drying time depends mainly on the thickness of the piece, airflow and the product's own formulation. Check the figure published on the individual product page, and build deep forms in manageable layers rather than trying to force a thick mass to dry quickly. Avoid strong heat unless the maker specifically recommends it, as rapid surface drying can trap moisture inside.

Can I paint air-dry clay, and does it need a primer?

Most air-dry modelling clays can be painted once they are fully dry, but the product instructions should decide the paint system. A primer improves adhesion and gives a more consistent surface. Where the finished model bends or flexes, use a flexible paint layer so the coating can move with the material instead of cracking.

How do I stop an opened pack drying out?

Press unused material back into its original resealable pack and remove as much trapped air as practical before closing it. Keep the pack sealed, away from direct heat and moving air. If a work session must stop, cover the unfinished piece tightly so exposed surfaces do not begin drying before you are ready to continue shaping.

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Orders placed before 3pm (Mon–Fri) are dispatched the same day. UK delivery is by Royal Mail 24 Tracked. Free UK delivery on orders over £70. International delivery available via Royal Mail International Tracked or courier.

Returns

If you're not happy with your purchase, contact us within 30 days for a full refund or exchange. Items must be unused and in original packaging.

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