Glow-in-the-dark Clay

Sometimes abbreviated to "GITD", glow-in-the-dark clay works in the same way as other glow-in-the-dark products. It absorbs light when it is present, and when it is not, has a luminescent quality that can last for hours.

Information

Polymer clay Sculptor Dinko Tilov uses glow-in-the-dark clay for skeletons because of its bone color. You can also use GITD clay instead of white for eyes or teeth in sculptures.

Several brands carry glow-in-the-dark clay. Some feel that Fimo's is the brightest. Sculpley III offers four colors of GITD clay-green, orange, blue and yellow. Liquid Poly Glo is a glow-in-the-dark liquid clay available in six colors.

It is possible to mix your own color of GITD clay-just add a tiny pinch to any standard glow clay. Be aware, though, that if you add too much color, you'll greatly diminish the glow.

Baking

Glow-in-the-dark clay may be more susceptible to scorching than other clays. Carefully monitoring the temperature, not curing longer than necessary, and protecting the clay with a tent of aluminum foil can help reduce the likelihood of scorching.

Availability

Glow-in-the-dark clays are sold in the same size units as regular clays and are cured at the same approximate temperatures. They are also available in sample packs.

Related Links

Sculpey Glow-in-the-Dark Clay
http://www.sculpey.com/Products/products_poly_glowsculp.htm

Glow-in-the-Dark Necklace: "I've Got My EYE on You!"
By Kris Richards
http://www.sculpey.com/Projects/projects_eyeball_necklace.htm

Glow-in-the-Dark Necklace: "Ghost Toasty"
By Kris Richards
http://www.sculpey.com/Projects/projects_ghost_necklace.htm