Creative Paperclay? is a non-toxic volcanic ash based modeling material that can be sculpted, molded or shaped and air dries (no baking required) to a hard finish that can be carved, or sanded. It is perfect for artists and crafters of all kinds! Visit http://www.paperclay.com to learn more...

A line or band of Paperclay is applied to the stitched center seam down the front/center of the head. The paperclay is allowed to air dry and then is sanded and sealed. A layer of acrylic paint is applied to the head and the head is colored in the usual manner. This technique is one way to cover the center seam of the head and gives the illusion the head was sculpted out of clay instead of sewn from fabric. It is a way of hiding what can be the distracting center seam of a sewn head. See similar questions...

Work water into the paperclay to form a paste and this mixture can be painted onto the head. Allow each layer to air dry between coats of the paperclay paste. You can also apply paperclay straight from the bag to add dimension to the head. Slightly wet the fabric to help with the adhesion. After the clay has dried you can also apply a little tack glue to the edges and underneath the paperclay to help bond it to the head. See similar questions...

Paperclay can be stored for a short period of time. Place it into a Ziploc bag, remove as much air as possible and seal it well. You can then place the bag into a plastic container with a lid. This also applies when you are working with the clay while you are sculpting. Open the bag take out just what is needed for that step and close the bag tightly again. See similar questions...

You actually want to keep the paperclay on the dryer side while you sculpt. Very wet paperclay will get mushy, stick to your fingers and makes sculpting difficult. Washing your hands and tools often during the sculpting process also helps with the mess. See similar questions...

No. You can add additional paperclay to the cracked area. Simply wet the area surrounding the crack with water. Apply fresh paperclay to the crack, smooth the paperclay and allow the fresh paperclay to dry. Sand the new clay smooth and seal the clay. See similar questions...

You can use a brown grocery bag, very fine sandpaper, sanding disks and sanding blocks used for artificial nails. These are washable and can be sanitized. They can be located at the beauty supply store and some larger grocery stores on the health care isle. See similar questions...

Unless you have recently opened this package the answer is no! Paperclay is not terribly expensive. Trying to use even slightly dry paperclay to sculpt with is extremely frustrating and just not worth it. I do have students that store the clay wrapped in a damp paper towel in the refrigerator for extended periods of time although it will mold over time. I personally do not do this. See similar questions...