It is not hard at all. As with everything else, practice makes perfect. The more you work with the clay the better you will become. Over the last 30 years we have tailored our courses to make it possible for everyone to create their own beautiful creations from the very first class. We welcome you to try your hand at it.

No, it is not necessary. Member benefits, including discounts and special events, are available to those who join the Academy.

Certified DECO Clay Craft Academy instructors teach around the world. You can find one near you on our Classes page.

Yes. We offer remote online classes, so you can learn DECO techniques through video lessons at your own pace. Member curriculum classes are taught in person by certified instructors; you can find one near you on our Classes page, or contact us.

As a member you will have the opportunity to learn to create every flower in our curriculum. You will also receive special discounts on your clay, tools and supplies, receive advance invitations to workshops, and be able to participate in special events. For more information please contact us.

To enroll in the DECO Clay Craft Academy, please contact us directly or look for a certified DECO instructor in your area. We have many offerings in our membership curriculum system. Training is offered for those who wish to apply to become a Certified Instructor of the DECO Clay Craft Academy.

Yes, it is important to follow the curriculum system in order to learn the techniques needed to move on to the next project. We want you to get a comprehensive understanding of clay crafting, and this is why we developed this curriculum based learning system. For more information about classes please contact us.

There is no time limit to finishing a curriculum. Whether you have time for a class once in a while or every week, you can set your own pace.

"Member C1 and C2" refers to Curriculum 1 and 2. These are membership classes, and attendance is by appointment only.

Our remote online classes are an easy way to get started at home and at your own pace. You can also find a certified instructor near you on our Classes page. Please contact us for more information on classes.

Many individual flowers are available as remote online classes, so you can choose the ones you would like to learn. For other options, see our Classes page or please contact us for more information on classes.

We no longer have a storefront location. We offer lessons and workshops at various locations. For workshop locations and details, please contact us at info@decoclay.com or 808-735-7800.
Our mailing address is: DECO Clay Craft Academy, 54-396 Union Mill Rd, #64, Kapaau, HI 96755

No baking required. Our clays are all air dry.

CLAYCRAFT by DECO Clay is a unique polymer clay that air dries. It is strong and durable yet exceptionally light. Our clay is pliable and soft to the touch, almost silk like. It is very easy to work with. You can find it in our shop.

Our package of white clay is 137 grams (4.8 ounces) and our packages of colored clay are 55 grams (1.9 ounces).

Typically with one package of white clay you can make about 12 to 15 medium sized roses.

Yes. Our CLAYCRAFT by DECO soft clay line is non toxic and safe to use as cake decorations, which makes it well suited to cake toppers. We recommend placing a light barrier, such as a thin layer of clear plastic, to prevent the clay colors from running into the confectionery.

We have many pieces that were made over 15 years ago and the colors are still very vibrant. Continuous direct sunlight exposure will fade pieces more quickly.

We guarantee unopened clay to remain fresh for 2 years from the date of purchase. If clay has been previously opened then it may have already set up and fresh clay will be required.

We recommend storing clay in an airtight container or a Ziplock bag with a damp paper towel. Change the paper towel frequently to prevent mold.

Absolutely. You can find our recommended paints and related materials here.

Our CLAY ART series books have very nice color guides and instructions.

No. Two books by Yukiko Miyai are printed in English. All other books are printed in Japanese. You can find them here.

For instructional books in English, we highly recommend CLAY ART for All Seasons or CLAY ART for Special Occasions. Both are great instructional books with beautiful photos.

Please see our shop for all offers.

Yes. You can order from our shop, or send us an email and you can expect a response right away.

Yes, please select your country from the dropdown list at checkout. If your country is not listed, we are currently not shipping to this region. We apologize if this is the case for you.

Add your items to the cart, open the cart, and use the shipping estimate calculator with your country, province and postal code. We are also happy to help: simply email your items and shipping address to shop@decoclay.com and we will promptly follow up.

All orders are dispatched from Hawaii. For international orders, import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping fees. These charges are the buyer's responsibility and may be required upon receipt. Please check with your local customs office for more information.

Our normal order processing time is 1 to 3 business days from the receipt of your order. Please email shop@decoclay.com with any questions.

To get you started, we would love to offer you a 10% discount on your first order. Please enter "FirstTimeCustomer" in the Notes section during checkout. Once we receive your order and determine your eligibility, we will refund the applicable amount to your original payment method.

Please contact us at shop@decoclay.com for wholesale and bulk requests and we will do our best to assist.

To return an item, please email your return request to shop@decoclay.com within 30 days of your purchase. Items must be in their original unused condition unless there is a manufacturer defect. Opened clays and glues cannot be returned. Once we approve your request, we will provide you with an RA# (Return Authorization Number). Please pack your return item, write the RA# on the package and ship it to:
DECO Clay Craft Academy
Attn: Returns
54-396 Union Mill Rd, #64, Kapaau, HI 96755
All returns are subject to a 25% restocking fee, which is deducted from your refund. Original shipping and return shipping fees are not refunded. Please see our full refund policy.

Have something special in mind? Please contact us and let us see how we can help.

In most cases, we ask that you place your order at least 2 months in advance. We also require a 50% non refundable deposit at the time of your order. Please contact us to make an appointment for your wedding needs.

Yes. We will correspond with you by email and telephone, sharing photos and images to meet even the most detailed requests. We look forward to hearing from you. Please contact us.