Which clay should I use to sculpt a lotus flower?? It has to be paintable and easy to use? HELP 10 POINTS?
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Scupey clay is easy to use and can be paintedBASIC INSTRUCTIONS Wash hands and make sure work surface is cleanWork the clay on marble, glass, Formica, Lucite, aluminium foil, butcher's paper or baking parchmentAvoid direct contact with wooden or fine furnitureKnead clay until soft and smoothShape into the desired form and detail as requiredLarger pieces may need bulking out inside with crushed aluminum foilThin areas may need armature wire for supportWork from light colors to dark colorsTo clean hands use isopropyl alcohol, baby oil, or handy-wipes and then soap and waterBaking the clay must be carried out by the supervising adultBake on an oven-proof glass surface at 130°C (275°F) for 15 minutes per 6mm (I/4) of thicknessThicker pieces may require additional baking timeLet piece cool completelyCheck the accuracy of your ovenDo NOT over bakeUse GOOD ventilationDo NOT use a microwave ovenNOTEtoaster ovens should be set 20° lower as the items .are closer to the heating elementPainting -SCULPEY can be painted or glazed with good quality water based acrylic paint such as Pebeo DecoSanding -When sanding baked clay items, wear a face mask, use wet/dry sandpaper, and sand under running water Gluing -Broken pieces can be glued with super glue GEL (nit liquid) Storage -SCULPEY polymer clay products will remain fresh if stored in a very cool area, away from heat and direct sunlightWrap in plastic bag or aluminum foil for storage.
