I’ve been a fan of polymer clay for a long time. But what do you do if you don’t have an oven to cure it, or you want a piece that is super lightweight? Use air-dry or so-called “paper” clays. Today I’m trying out once such clay- Puffy Putty by ColorSplashfor S&S Worldwide.
Here’s how it’s described on the website:
Paint it, shape it, bounce it or stretch it! Use our amazing new Puffy Putty® modeling material to mold all kinds of craft creations that can be sculpted, air-dried and painted. Kids may even enjoy just the feel of it in their hands — simply return Puffy Putty® to its airtight container so it won’t dry out. Exclusively from Color Splash!® 24-oz. jar. Non-toxic.
Today was one of those days that I felt it was easier to show-and-tell you about this product, so I made you this video:
Here are those detail shots I promised:
From top: Detailed molded piece, stamped and coated with Pan Pastels, hand-molded tutor rose.
Molded embellishments. Both have pigment worked into the clay to color it gold; the one on the right has an additional wash of pink metallic pigment.
So, just a few points to recap:
PROS:
- great value compared to popular name brands
- Â air dries
- minimal shrinkage
- use with molds, stamps, and hand sculpting
- lightweight when dry
- can be colored with a variety of media
Cons:
- it’s a little sticky (use a powder like pigments or baby powder to keep it from sticking)
- water-based product means DON’T add water or used watercolors on it- it gets slimy!
- available only online
That’s about it! If you’d like to WIN 2 tubs of Puffy Putty, please visit our Giveaway post by Saturday, April 21st by 9AM EDT! Good Luck!
Disclosure: sample provided for review.
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That really looks like fun. I may have to get some.
I’ve been looking all over for something I can use without a toaster oven!!! I make mixed media jewelry.
I’m also a big fan of polymer clay, especially for making miniature food for my dollhouse rooms. This would be great for a couple of projects I’ve wanted to do. Like that I don’t have to bake it.