What sort of surface should you roll the clay on?
We recommend you do your imprint on a sheet of paper (baking paper or aluminium foil) on a flat surface. This means you can move it for drying elsewhere and can easily remove the impression from the paper to turn it over while drying.
How do you prepare the Magic Box impression clay?
Start by thoroughly kneading the clay to warm it. When you roll it out in the Magic Box using the small wooden rolling pin, take your time so that you achieve a smooth, even result. If necessary, you can use your fingers to spread it all the way out to the edges. If you’re not happy with the way you’ve spread out the clay or with the result of your impression, you can start from the beginning again and knead the clay once more. Take care not to let the clay start to dry!
How long should the child stay still to make the impression?
You don’t need to keep the child still to make the impression. All you have to do is press each little finger or toe onto the clay to make a beautiful, precise and distinct impression. Then gently remove it straightaway from the obtained cast.
What do I do if I’m not happy with the impression?
If you’re not happy with the impression, you can start again straightaway: form a ball again and knead the clay. Take care not to leave the clay too long before starting again otherwise it might dry out!
How long will it take my impression to dry?
Leave your impression made in the Baby Art clay to dry for six hours at room temperature, then turn it over and leave it to dry further for at least twenty-four hours. You can leave it to dry in the open air for a few days if you think the impression is still a bit soft.