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Activa Activ-Clay Air-Dry Clay, Terracotta, 2.2 lb. (API261)
$9.90
  • Strong and versatile clay body: Works well for hand building, sculpting, coil work, slab projects, and even light wheel throwing.
  • Fine-grained for detailed work: Smooth texture supports intricate sculpting, modeling, and refined craft techniques.
  • Ready to use, no kiln needed: Air-dry formula hardens naturally within about 24 hours with minimal shrinkage.
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Activa Activ-Clay Air-Dry Clay, Terracotta, 2.2 lb. (API261)

Item #: 24693656Model #: API261
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    Activ-Clay by ACTÍVA is a fine-grained, terracotta-colored air-dry clay that hardens in about 24 hours and supports detailed sculpting, refining, and finishing for versatile creative projects without a kiln.

    Activ-Clay by ACTÍVA is a smooth, fine-grained air-dry clay designed to help artists, beginners, and students achieve detailed, high-quality results without the need for a kiln. Its terracotta color makes an excellent base for painting, glazing alternatives, and mixed-media finishes. This clay is strong and self-hardening, allowing for techniques like hand building, sculpting, coil work, slab construction, and even light throwing on a wheel. Once dry, it can be carved, nailed, sanded, or refined to add additional detail. Activ-Clay typically dries within 24 hours with minimal shrinkage, and any unused clay stays workable for weeks when stored in an airtight container. It’s a reliable choice for classrooms, home studios, and craft projects where convenience and quality matter.

    • Strong and versatile clay body: Works well for hand building, sculpting, coil work, slab projects, and even light wheel throwing.
    • Fine-grained for detailed work: Smooth texture supports intricate sculpting, modeling, and refined craft techniques.
    • Ready to use, no kiln needed: Air-dry formula hardens naturally within about 24 hours with minimal shrinkage.
    • Easily refinable after drying: Can be carved, nailed, sanded, or shaped further once fully hardened.
    • Accepts a wide range of finishes: Paints, stains, varnishes, and mixed-media materials adhere beautifully to its terracotta surface.
    • Long-lasting when stored properly: Stays workable for weeks if kept in an airtight container between uses.
    Specifications table
    Attribute nameAttribute value
    True Color
    terracotta
    Craft Supply Pack Size Each
    Number of Craft Supplies per Pack
    1
    Craft Supply Material Clay
    Color Family
    Red
    For Ages
    8 And Up
    Product Name
    Activ-Clay Air Drying Clay
    Weight (Ounces)
    35.2
    Selling Quantity
    1
    Selling Quantity (UOM)
    Each
    Package Contents Air dry clay
    Craft Supply Type Clay

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    True Color
    terracotta
    black
    Black
    Black
    Yellow
    Craft Supply Pack Size
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Each
    4
    Number of Craft Supplies per Pack
    1
    1
    1
    1
    4
    Craft Supply Material
    Clay
    Clay
    Clay
    Clay
    Plastic
    Color Family
    Red
    Black
    Black
    Black
    Yellow
    For Ages
    8 And Up
    8 And Up
    8 And Up
    3 And Up
    8 And Up
    Product Name
    Activ-Clay Air Drying Clay
    Activ-Clay Air Drying Clay
    Activ-Clay Air Drying Clay
    ACTÍVA Activ-Clay Air Drying Clay, Black
    Activ-Tools™ Clay Tools Set
    Selling Quantity
    1
    1
    1
    1
    1
    Selling Quantity (UOM)
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Pack
    Package Contents
    Air dry clay
    Air dry clay
    1.1 lb Air-dry Clay
    3.3lb Clay
    4 Plastic Tools
    Craft Supply Type
    Clay
    Clay
    Clay
    Clay
    Craft Tools
    Weight (Ounces)
    35.2
    35.2
    17.6
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