Plasticine Modelling BaSix provides the 6 essential colours of Plasticine modelling compound for children's creative and sensory play. Plasticine is a non-hardening oil-based modelling compound that has been a staple of children's art and craft for over 100 years - it stays pliable, can be rolled, squished, pressed, and moulded into shapes, and reshaped indefinitely without drying out. The BaSix set of 6 colours supports colour mixing, sculpture, and open-ended creative modelling for children from 3 years and up. The 6-colour format is the entry-level Plasticine set for children beginning with modelling compounds - enough colour variety to explore mixing while keeping the set simple.
Plasticine Modelling BaSix - Key Features
- 6 colours of Plasticine non-hardening modelling compound
- Non-hardening - stays pliable, does not air-dry or harden
- Supports colour mixing, sculpture, and open-ended creative modelling
- Classic modelling compound - Plasticine brand
- Suitable for children aged 3 years and over
About Plasticine
Plasticine is a classic oil-based modelling compound first created in 1897, used in art, education, and stop-motion animation worldwide. Plasticine products are available at Peekaboo Baby. Shop arts and craft supplies for children at Peekaboo Baby.
Plasticine Modelling BaSix is a set of 6 colours of Plasticine modelling compound - the classic, non-hardening modelling material that children have used for sculpting and creative play for over a century. The BaSix set provides the essential 6 colours for mixing and colour exploration.
Standard Plasticine is a non-hardening modelling compound - it does not air-dry or harden like clay. Creations can be reshaped, pulled apart, and reformed. Store in an airtight container or the original packaging to keep it pliable.
Plasticine modelling compound is generally suitable for children aged 3 years and over. Always supervise young children. Not suitable for children under 3 due to small pieces and the modelling compound texture.
Yes. The 6 colours in the BaSix set can be mixed together to create new colours, which is part of the creative and educational value of the set. Mixing colours introduces colour theory in a hands-on, tactile format.
Peekaboo Baby stocks Plasticine modelling products and art supplies for children, dispatching from Melbourne. We offer free shipping on orders over $129.