Avoiding clay because it feels messy, complicated, or just… intimidating? You’re not alone—and the good news is you don’t have to skip it altogether. Here is our beginner-friendly way to bring clay into your art room using affordable, low-stress materials. If Model Magic isn’t in the budget, Cra-Z-Art Modelite is a great, budget-friendly alternative (and it often comes in white—perfect for painting later and personalizing with gems, pipe cleaners, googly eyes, and glitter ✨). Here’s one small ti