Date: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:37:06 -0500
To: <puptcrit-AT-puptcrit.org>
Subject: Re: [Puptcrit] Paper mache update


Mathieu, 
Have you ever mixed in dryer lint with your mache? Did some years ago and
made a cat figurine.......it is very strong.

Mary H. 


On 1/3/09 12:05 AM, "Mathieu René" <creaturiste-AT-primus.ca> wrote:

>> there is an instructor at teh banff centre of the arts who knows alot aobut
> paper clay.
> xo
> randy
> ------------
> 
> 
> Hi Randy.
> Details please? Who is that specialist?
> 
> 
> While I was talking about pulp, which is very different from paper clay, I'm
> very interested in paper mixtures that simulate clay in their handling
> properties and final appearance, while being stronger.
> Real Paper Clay as used by ceramists (actual clay mixed with paper), is not
> very strong if left to air-dry.
> 
> "Creative Paperclay" is a very very fragile modeling compound that handles a
> bit like clay. There's hardly anything in it that can qualify it as paper
> (except sawdust). Not the best for puppetmaking, because of how fragile it
> is (breaks and scratches easily), but great for finishing decorative items
> and Art Dolls.
> I get a similar smooth texture with a mix of drywall compound and pva glue,
> but it's ideally strong.
> 
> The best commercial product I've tried that handles a bit like clay but is
> very strong, is the grey Celluclay, by Activa. The secret is to mix it with
> hot water (from a kettle, not the tap). This way, no lumps, and very smooth
> results!
> 
> 
> 
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