Paper clay?

Question

If I don't want to use armature or super glue (say in attending a paper hat to a head in a paper clay figurine), how can i make the hat stay firmly attached to head? Do i score it as i do for earthenware?

the paper clay comes in a readily made pack. Someone mentions 'add more wet paper'. What does that mean? tks

Answer 1

I often use (ready made) paper clay for sculpture. It works pretty much the same as traditional clay for building, but has more strength.

You can attach using the same scoring and slip method as you would other clay. If the clay is pretty wet, you don't even need the slip. You can make slip for it in the traditional fashion - add a little water and vinegar to the clay. Then score both sides to be attached, cover the scoring on both sides with the slip and attach. You don't need much water with paper clay, as it absorbs water and re-wets much more than earthenware.

It will hold and be very strong.

Answer 2

For paper clay you can try more wet paper, but since the paper already has a lot of texture scoring is not necessary. I believe PVA glue, which is acid free, really is your best choice for long term attachment.

Answer 3

yes, score it and add a little slip or slurry, whatever u call it when u make a clay paste, but use vinegar instead of water and that will help the bond. let it dry slowly and check the bond as it dries, smoothing it if it starts to crack.