If you’ve just created a Play-Doh masterpiece, you’ll want to admire it for days and weeks to come. Unfortunately, Hasbro doesn’t advise using Play-Doh for permanent creations, as the compound tends to crack over time.[1] While it’s not officially recommended by the company, there are a few at-home methods you can use to preserve your Play-Doh creation for a longer amount of time.
[Edit]Steps
[Edit]Baking
- Preheat the oven to . You don’t need to toss your Play-Doh into a kiln for it to dry. Some Play-Doh hobbyists recommend using a low oven temperature to preserve your creations.[2]
- This method works best with small, thin keepsakes, like holiday ornaments.
- Bake your Play-Doh for 5-10 minutes. Set your Play-Doh creation on an oven-safe tray, and set a timer for at least 5 minutes. Then, check on the baked clay to see if it’s hardened. If the clay is firm and hard to the touch, you can display your Play-Doh masterpiece around your home![3]
- If your Play-Doh isn’t quite hardened, you might have more luck sealing it.
- Check the Play-Doh with a toothpick and let it cool. Gently press a toothpick against the clay to check the hardness. If the Play-Doh feels soft, leave it in the oven for a couple more minutes. If your Play-Doh creation is hardened, pull it out of the oven so it can cool off.[4]
- If your Play-Doh sculpture is pretty thick, it might need a little more time in the oven.
[Edit]Sealing
- Air-dry the Play-Doh for 1-3 days before sealing it. Play-Doh is meant to be reused, so the compound is naturally moist and flexible. Before sealing your creation, place it in an open area for at least 1 day so it can air-dry. You might see a white crust forming on the dough—this is totally normal, and is just the salt in the Play-Doh rising to the top. Don’t worry about fixing this, since it isn’t very noticeable.[5]
- You’ll only be air-drying your Play-Doh for a short amount of time, so it shouldn’t start cracking.
- Seal your Play-Doh creation in sections to prevent sticking. Apply your sealant of choice to the top and sides of your creation first. Then, let the sealant try completely.[6] At this point, coat the other side of your Play-Doh creation with sealant.
- Some people only seal the parts of their creation that will be visible to the naked eye.[7]
- Coat the Play-Doh with school glue as an easy, non-toxic solution. Pour or so of water into a small cup. Then, mix 2 drops of school glue into the water. Dip a small, clean paintbrush into the glue mixture and spread it all over your Play-Doh creation. Let the first layer of glue dry completely, and then add a second layer for good measure.[8]
- If the glaze seems too runny, add another drop or 2 of glue into the mixture.
- This glue takes about an hour to set, and a full day to cure.[9]
- Spread a layer of Mod Podge on your creation so it looks glossy. Coat a small paintbrush with extra glossy Mod Podge, and paint it over the surface of your Play-Doh. Wait 3 days for your Play-Doh to dry, and then add 2 more coats, giving each layer another 3 days to air-dry.[10]
- Cover the Play-Doh with clear nail polish for a fast-drying option. Grab a bottle of clear nail polish and spread a thin layer over your clay creation. Check the side of the bottle for the recommended drying time.[11]
- This is a better solution for smaller projects.
- If your finished project doesn’t look very glossy, you might want to add a second coat of nail polish.[12]
- Paint on 1 coat of polyester resin to make your Play-Doh extra shiny. Dip a small paintbrush into a jar of clear resin. Spread a thin coat of the product all over your Play-Doh, so it’s protected with a nice, hard coating. Scan over the resin bottle to see what the recommended drying time is.[13]
- Resins are made with a lot of strong chemicals. Always work in a well-ventilated area, and consider wearing a respirator.[14]
[Edit]Video
[Edit]Tips
- Hasbro recommends using oven curable clay for your long-lasting creations instead of Play-Doh.[15]
- Always secure the lid on your Play-Doh once you’re done playing with it. This will keep it fresh for weeks to come![16]
- If your Play-Doh is looking a bit dried out and worse for wear, there are a few ways to revive it.
- To be extra safe, bake your Play-Doh first to harden it and then seal it.[17]
- Some hobbyists recommend coating your project with a traditional varnish. Don’t use a spray varnish, though—some of the chemicals might damage your Play-Doh creation.[18]
[Edit]Warnings
- Don’t use a clear, protective paint to seal your Play-Doh, like a special effects paint. This won’t stick very well to your creation.[19]
[Edit]Things You’ll Need
[Edit]Baking
- Oven-safe tray
- Toothpick
[Edit]Sealing
- School glue
- Water
- Cup
- Clear nail polish
- Mod Podge
- Polyester resin
- Paintbrush
[Edit]References
- ↑ https://playdoh.hasbro.com/en-us
- ↑ https://theresjustonemommy.com/play-doh-ornaments-craft/
- ↑ https://theresjustonemommy.com/play-doh-ornaments-craft/
- ↑ https://askinglot.com/can-you-cook-play-dough-in-the-oven
- ↑ https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=9Fv-9hpCPWU&t=1m15s
- ↑ https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=9Fv-9hpCPWU&t=2m38s
- ↑ https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=9Fv-9hpCPWU&t=2m40s
- ↑ https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=do-ciyw1xBY&t=0m50s
- ↑ https://www.adhesives.org/adhesives-sealants/adhesive-selection/types-of-glue-glue-tips
- ↑ https://www.thriftyfun.com/Use-Mod-Podge-to-Preserve-Play-Doh-Creations.html
- ↑ https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=9Fv-9hpCPWU&t=1m40s
- ↑ https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=9Fv-9hpCPWU&t=6m4s
- ↑ https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=9Fv-9hpCPWU&t=5m9s
- ↑ https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/repro/epoxiesresins.html
- ↑ https://playdoh.hasbro.com/en-us
- ↑ https://playdoh.hasbro.com/en-us
- ↑ https://crafts.stackexchange.com/questions/102/can-air-drying-clay-projects-be-preserved
- ↑ https://crafts.stackexchange.com/questions/102/can-air-drying-clay-projects-be-preserved
- ↑ https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=9Fv-9hpCPWU&t=6m10s
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