Comments about Amaco Self Hardening Clays:

Having used this product in sample classes as a demo tool, I can express my satisfaction. It dries during use in a way typical of redware or stoneware clays, giving students a feel for what to expect when they use clay meant to be fired. If worked properly, it can be used to demonstrate hand building or throwing techniques of all kinds. It should be kept covered and not overworked, since like fireable clays it dries the more you work it. Also, students should be informed about the changes they should expect in their forms during firing as compared to the ease of air drying.

Comments about Amaco Self Hardening Clays:

We bought a 25lb block for experimenting and sculpting at home. Not having a kiln air dry was the way to go. The clay is very nice, easy to work with. It does dry fairly quickly so we keep a mister bottle on hand to keep moisture up until we are done sculpting. Very little to no shrinking or cracking as it dries, fine features well-attached stay intact.

Comments about Amaco Self Hardening Clays:

My students made bas-relief's and this clay was perfect for that particular project. Great clay!

Comments about Amaco Self Hardening Clays:

I teach a clay class to elementary school children. After reading the description of the product I was under the impression that it was similar to clay products I had used in the past, with the added bonus of being easier to mold, especially for young children. THe fact is this clay dried up the more the students worked with it! Which if you know your clay products, the clay should soften the more the students work with it. I have to say the price was right due to the fact that I was on a budget set by district but I wasn't pleased with the performance. I decided to go back to my original Clay brand.