At Clay Play, we understand the challenge of keeping kids entertained while ensuring they learn and grow.

That’s why we create thoughtfully designed, ready-to-use pottery kits that spark creativity, support development, and bring calm into busy homes.
Our kits are built around air dry clay families can trust. Simple to use, no kiln, no stress. Just open, create, and enjoy a meaningful experience.

A kid proudly holding a bunny she created from a Clay play airdry kit

What Kids Can Create

From simple clay projects to more imaginative builds, our kits open up endless possibilities.

Fun air dry clay ideas for beginners, DIY gifts and home decor, characters, ornaments, and art on clay.

Each kit teaches the fundamental hand-building techniques, giving kids a strong starting point. From there, they can explore their own imagination or follow along with one of our many online tutorials.

With hands-on learning using pottery tools and techniques, every kit encourages experimentation and helps kids build confidence as they create something uniquely theirs.

A teenage girl holding a cat face cup she created from an Clay Play airdry Kids kit

Why Air Dry Clay Is

Perfect for Kids

Our air clay dry approach means kids can enjoy pottery with clay without needing a kiln or pottery wheel pottery setup.

  • No baking or firing required
  • Safe and easy for kids
  • Ideal for beginners
  • No fuss way to create with clay at home for NZ families.

Once finished, creations simply dry naturally. Then kids can explore clay art, decorate with colour, and seal their work with our sealant for durability.

A teenage girl Painting colourful flowers made from A clay play Kids Air dry clay kit

More Than Just Play

A Tool for Calm

Many children, especially neurodivergent individuals, naturally seek out sensory experiences—often called stimming—to regulate emotions and feel grounded. Activities like sculpt clay, clay painting, and working with clay tools provide tactile input that can support focus, calm, and dopamine release.

Our kits are designed with this in mind.
They offer a hands-on, pressure-free way to engage the senses—without forcing stillness or rigid outcomes.

This isn’t just a toy. It’s a practical, accessible tool for emotional regulation and mindful play.

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