How do you make a clay model of a wombat?

1. What is polymer modeling clay?
2. How do you make a clay sculpture without a kiln?
3. What is the best type of clay for sculpting?

What is polymer modeling clay?

What's Oven-Bake Clay/Polymer Modeling Clay

Oven-bake clay, also called polymer clay, as its name suggests, is a modeling clay that'll harden through baking. Oven-bake clay will remain soft at room temperature and harden when baked in an oven. Oven temperature will vary from brand to brand.

How do you make a clay sculpture without a kiln?

When firing without a kiln, it may help to pre-dry you clay pieces in a kitchen oven set to 190 degrees F. With a kitchen oven, the pots are dried by "baking" below the boiling temperature of water for several hours.

What is the best type of clay for sculpting?

Polymer clay has many advantages, particularly if you do not have a studio or kiln. It is almost certainly the best clay to use for sculpting when kids are involved. They won't make too much of a mess, the material is safe and they can fire their work to create pieces to keep.