Clay Projects with Kids
Techniques for Working with Air-Dry Clay
A course by Debbie Chapman , Guides kids in creative clay crafting
About the video: Techniques for Working with Air-Dry Clay
Overview
“Air-dry clay is fantastic because you don’t need to bake it! In this lesson, I’ll show you all the cool things you can make with air-dry clay. We’ll learn basic techniques for molding and shaping it, and I’ll give you some ideas for fun projects that you can try at home! ”
In this video lesson Debbie Chapman addresses the topic: Techniques for Working with Air-Dry Clay, which is part of the Domestika online course: Clay Projects with Kids. Discover fun clay projects for kids using homemade, air-dry, polymer clay to spark creativity and crafting skills.
Partial transcription of the video
“All right, in this lesson we're going to learn all about air dry clay. Air dry clay is a natural clay made of clay minerals, fine sand, and natural fibers that air dries without baking. Generally it hardens to the touch in about 24 hours and completely within three days. The drying time might vary a little bit depending on how big the object is that you're making. Air dry clay is also non-toxic which is great when you're working on kids crafts. It's great to make small projects like pinch pots, coil bowls, slab builds, models, any kind of thing. It comes in different colors depending on the...”
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Course summary for: Clay Projects with Kids
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Arts & Crafts, Creating with Kids
Debbie Chapman
A course by Debbie Chapman
Debbie Chapman, a creative visionary, transitioned from a career as an engineer and architect to embrace her passion for crafting. With a profound appreciation for design, she established One Little Project in 2012, a platform that has since become a treasure trove of innovative craft tutorials. Her unique background in engineering provided her with the technical expertise to build and manage her website, while her architectural studies instilled in her an eye for beauty and precision. Over the years, Debbie's dedication to crafting has led her to author a book, "Low-Mess Crafts for Kids," which reflects her focus on creating enjoyable, mess-free craft experiences for families.
Her journey is deeply influenced by her early inspirations—her mother and grandmother, both talented artists in their own right. Debbie's crafting philosophy is driven by a desire to make creativity accessible to all ages, allowing children and adults alike to explore their imaginative potential. Her expertise spans various mediums, from clay to crochet, ensuring a wide array of projects that cater to diverse interests. As a leader of a team of crafters at One Little Project, she continues to inspire creativity through beautifully crafted tutorials and engaging content.
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