Can I use an armature with air dry clay?

With some air-dry clays, using an armature is possible. Look for a clay whose description calls out that it does not shrink. Many air-dry clays, particularly the ones that have the "feel" of traditional earthenware clays, shrink as they lose moisture. Over a rigid armature, this characteristic shrinkage will result in cracking.

Air Dry Clay

Air dry clay is a type of no-bake clay that doesn’t require a kiln for hardening and finishing. Ideal for hand-built crafts, miniatures, jewelry, cosplay, theatre props, creating 3D graphics, and more, many air dry clays have a long working t...

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Creative Paperclay
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Item #: 33230
4.9 out of 5 stars
(125) number of reviews
Simply shape, dry, and paint. For creating dolls, jewelry, ornaments, wall hangings, sculptures, miniatures, etc. Air-hardens and adheres to moist sur...
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Crayola Model Magic and Sets
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Item #: 33214
4.7 out of 5 stars
(118) number of reviews
Fun, safe sculpturing for all ages. Lightweight, soft, air-dries in 24 hours (no baking). Carve, sand, or paint with tempera, watercolor, acrylic, ena...
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DAS Modeling Clay
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Item #: 30538
4.5 out of 5 stars
(36) number of reviews
DAS is a versatile air-dry clay that hardens within 24 hours with no oven baking. Can be decorated or varnished when dry. Suitable for all ages and al...
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Aves Apoxie Sculpt
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Item #: 30570
4.8 out of 5 stars
(139) number of reviews
Aves Apoxie Sculpt combines the features and benefits of sculpting clay with the adhesive power of epoxy. Great for sculpting, bonding, embellishing, ...
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Amaco Stonex White Self-Hardening Clay
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Item #: 33247
4.3 out of 5 stars
(68) number of reviews
Objects modeled from Stonex white clay air-harden without firing or baking. Supplied in moist form, this ready-to-use clay may be shaped by hand or th...
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Fat Brain Toys Hey Clay Kits
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Item #: 62194
4.8 out of 5 stars
Learn to create clay creatures like a pro! Fat Brain Toys Hey Clay Kits include 0.7 oz of high-quality, vibrant air-dry clay in resealable containers....
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Amaco Marblex Gray Self-Hardening Clay
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Item #: 33204
4.4 out of 5 stars
(24) number of reviews
Moist, ready-to-use, air-drying gray clay. Modeled objects become hard and durable (but not waterproof). Can decorate with opaque tempera. In 5 or 25-...
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Sculpey Air Dry Modeling Clay
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Item #: 33659
4.5 out of 5 stars
(21) number of reviews
Sculpey Air Dry Modeling Clay is a lightweight, durable air dry clay that is extremely pliable and easy to smooth. Perfect for school projects, jewelr...
Activa La Doll Premier Air-Dry Clay
Item #: 33279
4.5 out of 5 stars
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La Doll Premier is an advanced formula, like La Doll Satin Smooth, but with a finer body, allowing for greater detail, exceptional strength, ultra-lig...
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Okto Sensory Art DIY 3D Clay Painting Kits
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Item #: 33804
2.3 out of 5 stars
Explore a therapeutic, imaginative way to blend colors and create tactile art with these Okto Sensory Art DIY 3D Clay Painting Kits. A great sensory a...
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Standard Clay Company 910G Boneware Gray Air Dry Clay
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Item #: 33213
5 out of 5 stars
Create stunning pieces with Standard Clay Company 910G Boneware Gray Airy Dry Clay. This fine, non-toxic, waterbased clay is light grey in color and d...
Laguna Wed Air Dry Clay EM217
Item #: 84317
5 out of 5 stars
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Not formulated to be fired, Laguna Wed Air Dry Clay EM217 is a very smooth, gray, slow drying clay for modeling. Ideal for mock-up, design, tooling, a...
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Okto Sensory Art DIY Wood & Craft Clay Kits
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Item #: 33804
5 out of 5 stars
Create a vibrant display of botanical beauty with these Okto Sensory Art DIY Wood & Craft Clay Kits. The step-by-step instructions will show you how t...
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Amaco Mexican Self-Hardening Pottery Clay
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Item #: 33205
4.5 out of 5 stars
Supplied in moist form, ready-to-shape by hand or throw on wheel. The work air-hardens without firing to a rich red color similar to Indian pottery. N...
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Magic Mud Multi-Project Pack
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Item #: 30531
2.8 out of 5 stars
Includes 25 lbs of soft, air-dry, natural clay, an 8" child-safe wire cutter, and teacher's guide with lesson plans. Non-staining, easy clean up. Turn...
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Standard Clay Company 910R Claystone Red Air Dry Clay
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Item #: 33212
4.4 out of 5 stars
Standard Clay Company 910R Claystrone Air Dry Clay is a fine, moist, plastic clay body that works like Plastilina, but air dries hard and durable, wit...
Activa La Doll Satin Smooth Air-Dry Clay
Item #: 33278
4.5 out of 5 stars
(27) number of reviews
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La Doll is the clay of choice for doll artists worldwide. This air-dry clay for fine detail contains highly refined pumice, talc, and small amounts of...
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OKTO Sensory Art Air Clay Buckets
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Item #: 33804
4 out of 5 stars
The perfect size for classrooms and group projects, OKTO Sensory Art Air Clay Buckets are packed to the brim with super soft air-dry clay. Available i...
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Activa Activ-Clay Air Drying Clay
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Item #: 33264
4.9 out of 5 stars
Activa Activ-Clay is a strong, self-hardening, air-dry clay that’s perfect for artists and crafters of all experience levels. Fine grained to enable t...
Aves Apoxie Clay
Item #: 30594
5 out of 5 stars
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Apoxie Clay is a unique, two-part, clay-like adhesive that combines the features and benefits of sculpting clay with the adhesive power of epoxy. It o...
Pearl Paperclay
Item #: 33222
4 out of 5 stars
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For ecomonical classroom modeling. Soft and moist, it air hardens in one to three days, and it can be oven baked to speed drying. Its surface is white...
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Okto Sensory Art Colours Air Clay
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Item #: 33804
Let your visions take shape with the Okto Sensory Art Colours Air Clay. These sets come with 30 packages of clay weighing 4 g each, and a booklet of h...
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DAS Wood Clay
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Item #: 31094
4 out of 5 stars
Das Wood Clay offers superior versatility for any sculpting, restoration, or upcycling project you have in mind. Shape it while it’s soft and pliable,...
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Staedtler Fimo Air Modeling Clays
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Item #: 33284
3 out of 5 stars
From classroom activities to crafting projects, Staedtler Fimo Air Modeling Clays make it easy to hand-sculpt creative decor such as bud vases, plante...
Scentco Air Dough
Item #: 84308
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Scentco Air Dough is a super lightweight, air-dry dough perfect for artists of all ages and skill levels! White and highly elastic, it’s perfect for b...
Ooly Creatibles Air Dry Clay Kit
Item #: 76285
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Kids will have a ton of fun with the Ooly Creatibles Air Dry Clay Kit. The kit includes 12 colors of super soft and pliable clay, three plastic shapin...
Activa Hearty Clay
Item #: 30568
4.8 out of 5 stars
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A soft, pliable clay that air-dries within 24 hours, Hearty Clay reproduces the finest details. Tint it with acrylic paint, paint it when soft, and us...
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DAS Junior Air-Dry Clay
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Item #: 34353
3 out of 5 stars
Ideal for school and educational activities, this mineral-based clay is easy to use and air-dries within 24 hours without baking. Soft and versatile, ...
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Pearhead Babyprints Keepsake
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Item #: 61866
1 out of 5 stars
Once your baby has arrived cherish and remember their tiny fingers or toes with Pearhead’s Babyprints Keepsake. This adorable do-it-yourself project i...
Breathe People DIY Air Dry Clay Trinket Dish Kit
Item #: 87632
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Create something beautiful and truly one-of-a-kind with the Breathe People Trinket Dish DIY Air Dry Clay Kit. Designed for beginners, it makes handbui...