Part 2 How I Make My Airdry Clay Pots Waterproof | art vlog # 42 

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ahhh thank you. That's my goal in making these videos.

Thank you. Yes, I do sell my sculptures. (Just not these pots as of the moment). You may check my website enondebelen.com for my available pieces.

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Pottery? I haven’t tried it yet but I would love to.

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Thank you. I wouldn’t recommend.

Yes you can put soil and plants in these. The waterproof sealant is the layer that separates the clay from the soil and water. If you noticed in the part 1, I showed a similar pot a made a year ago. The pot and sealant are still intact. Though I recommend low maintenance plants with these the don’t require a lot of watering like cactus or succulents.

@@enondebelen thank you!

Maybe for decorative purposes only. Airdry clay is not recommended for daily functional use because it’s porous and not as strong as clays that need to be fired (ceramics, stoneware, etc).

I applied 2 layers. Acrylic water seal by Bosny, I bought in our local hardware store

Someone said it prevents it from yellowing or like the color dulling, something like that, so I would do it just incase!

A layer of Mod Podge (whether it’s matte or gloss) prevents the color of clay from changing IF you’re adding a water sealant on it. But if you’re gonna use the Mod Podge as it is, it adds a bit of shimmer on the clay (even the matte one). Honestly I want the clay to be as raw as it can, but adding a finish puts extra protection on the clay.

Hello. That’s a very good question. I haven’t tried it yet. But I think it would be okay? Just as long as there’s no direct heat or too much heat to the pot. I will try with one of my pieces. I will let you know :) (or might make a video of it in the future)

I think so. 👍🏽

So far, this is the only one I have used. There are some comments on my channel that say they used yacht varnish? I guess any of those heavy-duty waterproof sealant that you can find in hardware stores would be okay. You may try it in just one piece, then if turns out good, then you’re good. :)

Hmmm, I think you can. Just be extra extra careful with it.

Thank you! ☺️

Kindly search for Bosny water seal in Google

Thank you! Yes, I think it would work as a paint palette. Just make sure that the clay is thick, around half an inch or so. Then maybe 2-3 coats of waterproof sealant. 👍🏽

@@enondebelen Thank you so much for the reply!

Hello! I haven’t tried thinning out my acrylic sealant so I’m afraid I can’t tell you any. Maybe there are solvents out there? I’m not too sure. Maybe it’s better to buy a new one and make sure to cover it tightly when not in use hehehe. I’m a bit lazy when it comes to cleaning my brushes 🥲. But the brushes that I use for applying acrylic sealant gets soft again when I dip them in the acrylic water seal. It’s a solvent type.

@@enondebelenthanks for the response! I've seen acrylic thinners online I'll see if it works. Also I've seen a water based water stop but in a bigger size, maybe you could try that

I have not.

I haven’t tried Crayola air dry clay yet. I bought the sealant in our local hardware store. It’s an acrylic water seal by a brand Bosny.

Their difference is just the color. Before I used Mod Podge, I used Elmer’s glue mixed with water because it’s a cheaper option. But overtime, it turns yellow so I wouldn’t really recommend it. I haven’t discovered anything else aside from Mod Podge.

Hello! I still do in mine for added protection.

Have you tried searching in Google “waterproofing sealant”? It might show some items that are available in your area. :)

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The term “terracotta” in this video pertains to the color of the airdry clay used. Jovi airdry clay has three color variations - white, gray, and terracotta. That’s what I am using in this video. It doesn’t work the same as the traditional terracotta pots because if it’s left in contact with moisture, it will absorb the moisture and will eventually break. Airdry clay doesn’t need firing unlike earthenware so it’s more fragile and more water-absorbent, that’s why it needs to be sealed with a sealant to make it more durable and water-resistant.

I apply it immediately once it’s dry to touch. 😅 Maybe just a couple of hours. So far, the pots are still good even if I don’t wait that long

@@enondebelen perfect! Thank you so much for your reply. I’m gonna go apply my sealant now 🤣 have a great day!

I suggest putting a hole when it’s still wet. The clay might break if you drill on it.

Acrylic water seal Bosny

If you’re going to use acrylic paint, you may go straight to waterproofing. It won’t affect the color of the paint. But if you’re going to use other colorants such as watercolor or soft pastel (those are what I’ve tried so far aside from acrylics), you must use a spray-type kind of sealant because the colors get reactivated once it gets in touch with something wet, so you don’t want to use a brush with that. But paint -> Mod Podge -> waterproof sealant layers won’t hurt.

Thank you so much that's so helpful!!

Yes I think so. With jewelry, I’m not sure. Since it would be in contact with skin, the acrylic sealant might be a skin irritant to some

Before I went on and make a collection of this, I tested first if it can actually hold liquid for long periods of time. With acrylic water seal (a waterproof sealant), yes it does. But I wouldn’t really recommend.

@@enondebelen Okay thank you so much!

Before. Sealant is always the last

You may use this type of clay to make a decorative cup, but not a cup where you can put hot or cold drinks because 1, it’s not food-grade. 2, it might break easily.

@@enondebelen OK thank you for the info, I'm new to this craft so just wondered what the usability could be, I'll explore other ways to use it.

@@howlingwind1937 I see some make incense holders, flower holders, candle holders with airdry clay. I made some myself but the ones I made where the the sealed clay comes in contact with heat, I wouldn’t really recommend. I am still yet to experiment other sealants. So far I tried Mod Podge, Bosny water seal, and UV resin, all of which I won’t recommend if the sculpture will be subjected to heat. Airdry clay is mostly for decorative or ornamental purposes only. If what you’re looking for is something with functionality, what’s best for you are clays that require firing such as ceramic, stoneware, and porcelain

@@enondebelen thank you so much that's great advice, I'll make a few plant pots, it'll help get the skill down for maybe changing to other clays, and it looks like fun anyway. Cheers!

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@@enondebelen thank you! And thanks for sharing all your contents, your work is amazing!! ❤️

@@maryamchoo1518 thank you! And thank you for watching also :)

I think that would work too? Just as long as it won’t stain the clay. I haven’t tried the spray types yet.

@@enondebelen hmmm Ive only done sprays after its been painted and so far its turning out well

I’d guess not, since they probably donst get wet as often. Idk for sure though

@@dasei777 what do you mean? They water the plants, so yes, they're getting wet often

@@CnithTheOnliestOne oh.. right. I thought of them as decoration, not actual pots

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When it dries, no. Dust gets inside the nook and crannies though.

No, they’re not.

It’s air dry clay. It doesn’t need baking. You just need to let it dry. It will not break unless force is applied to it (e.g. falls on the floor, throw it).

@@enondebelen Thank you very much for your reply love all your videos ❤

What color of acrylic paint did you use?

A mixture of brown and yellow

Also while I'm sealing the clay, the paint is coming off, kind of like "paint chipping"

​@@enondebelenhi! Do you have amy recommendations to help me? Would really appreciate it! Thanks Because while I'm sealing the clay with glue, the paint is coming off Right now I'm sealing it with acrylic matte an it's still coming off :(

@@alfonso3990 are you using water in your acrylic paint?

I have actually tried making a couple of pieces with ceramic clay after doing this video. Renting a kiln is kind of expensive for me right now but hopefully I will have a budget for it someday. I’d love to make ceramic pieces in the future. So for now, I make use of airdry clay that doesn’t need firing in a kiln.

Technically, yes. But 1, it’s not safe because the sealant is not food-grade. 2, it is not advisable to use this like mugs or cups made with ceramics because it’s not as durable. Air dry clay is recommended for display or decorative purposes only, or ornaments such as this pot with zero to minimal movement and maintenance.

@@enondebelen oh thank you 😚

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This video was so informative and your work is so beautiful. The link to your website did not work. Thanks again