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SHADU MATI HOW TO USE To Shadu Mati (natural earth clay), you need to knead it with water to a smooth consistency, mold your desired shape, and let it completely air dry away from direct sunlight. It is a highly popular, 100% biodegradable soil traditionally used in India to craft eco-friendly Ganesha idols.Here is the step-by-step process to prepare and use Shadu Mati for your art or festival projects. 1. Preparing the Clay DoughMeasure the Powder: Take the required amount of dry Shadu Mati powder in a wide bowl. Keep a little dry powder aside in case your dough becomes too sticky. (Note: If you bought a “ready-to-use” clay dough pack, you can skip to step 2).Add Water Slowly: Pour water into the powder gradually, a little at a time.Knead Thoroughly: Knead the mixture firmly until it forms a soft, smooth, crack-free, and pliable dough. It should feel like chapati dough—not too sticky and not too dry.Rest the Dough: Cover the dough with a clean, damp cloth and let it rest for 30 to 60 minutes to improve its flexibility. 2. Molding and SculptingDivide the Clay: Divide your dough into separate portions based on the parts of the sculpture you want to create (e.g., base, torso, head, and limbs for an idol).Build the Base: Always create a thick, solid clay base first to support the weight of your sculpture.Assemble and Smooth: Join the parts together. Dip your fingers in a tiny amount of water to blend the joints smoothly and erase any surface cracks.Add Intricate Details: Use basic pottery tools, toothpicks, or butter knives to carve fine lines, facial features, or ornaments. 3. Drying and PaintingAir Dry Naturally: Place your finished sculpture in a cool, shaded indoor area to air dry for 24 to 48 hours. Do not place it under direct sunlight, as rapid drying causes the clay to warp or crack.Decorate: Once completely dry and hard, you can paint it using eco-friendly water-based colors, acrylics, or traditional powders like haldi (turmeric) and kumkum.Pro-Tips for Working with Shadu MatiFixing Cracks: If your clay starts drying up or cracking while you are still working, lightly dab your fingers in water and smooth out the area.Storage: Store any unused dough in a tightly sealed polythene bag or an airtight container covered with a wet cloth to prevent it from hardening.Easy Recycling: Shadu Mati is endlessly reusable. If you make a mistake or want to reuse an old idol after the festival, simply submerge it in a bucket of water for 4–5 hours until it dissolves back into mud, drain the excess water using a cotton cloth, and knead it again.If you are planning a specific project, let me know what you want to make (like a Ganesha idol, a diya, or jewelry) so I can give you targeted sculpting steps! Premium DIY Shadu Mati/Clay Powder Ready to Use for Home ...Step 1. Take a portion of shadu powder in a container. Don't take all powder, as you may need it at later stage!Amazon.inᵀᴹ : Pottery Tools+100% Pure Natural SHADU MATI for Making ...* High-quality 8 piece pottery and clay toolkit + Shadu Madi Powder. * Set contains: sponge, cutting wire, metal scraper, metal ne..Natural Eco Friendly Filtered Molding Terracotta Clay |Ideal for ...1. Clay Preparation: Take required quantity of BCCHEM Shadu Mati in a bowl. Add water slowly and knead until it becomes soft