Luna Bean Large Keepsake Hands Casting Kit | DIY Plaster Statue Molding Hand Holding Craft Kit for Couples, Adult & Child, Wedding, Friends, Anniversary Gift

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Thank you, This is a great idea. I just didn't realize you could take it out of the cast that way without messing up the cast. The Discovery DIY Hand Casting kit is our suggestion for hesitant crafters curious about this medium but not up for the occasional splurge. Plastic forks, paper towelsNot necessary, but you may want them on hand for various tasks, such as scraping hardened molding and casting materials off various surfaces, cleaning spills, etc. Once the mold has cured, about 5 minutes, carefully push the wrist towards each side of the container to pull the mold away from the skin. Instruct the model to wiggle their fingers a little bit while gently pulling out. If they formed a fist, tell them to try to uncurl their fingers as they pull out so the molding compound inside the fist stays attached to the mold. Don't worry if they pull it out, though, it'll hardly be noticed in the casting later, and can be fixed.

Casting Craft Kit - Holding Hands Moulding - Personalised Gift - Gift for Couples - Christmas Gift - Wedding gift - Engagement gift The Perfectcast casting material stays true to its name. It dries stone white in 5-10 minutes, tops. It is specially formulated to be far stronger than the regular plaster. Air bubbles in the casting show up as voids and holes in the casting. This could be reduced using methods similar to those mentioned above for the molding compound. Also, as the compound is fairly liquid and takes some time to cure, a vibration table may also work well. These could be filled in with a variety of materials after the casting has cured.The smallest amount of alginate I used was 10oz, which made just over 3 cups of molding compound. In total the six molds took about 4.5 pounds of alginate. ScissorsUsed to cut the top off the molding container, and is more convenient than the box cutter for some containers once the cut is started.

One of the engineers I work with was fascinated by a hand casting booth at the 2005 Ann Arbor Art Fairs. The operator would, for a nominal fee, mix a container of goop into which the customer would insert their hand, or occasionally couples would insert their clasped hand. A smaller container was used for children's hands. The safety of everyone involved in the casting exercise is of the utmost importance when choosing a hand casting kit. You’ll be dealing with chemical ingredients that can be toxic on the skin or respiratory tract when inhaled in powder form. Some specific plaster products tend to burn the skin. Materials AlginateThis molding compound forms a rubbery elastomer within minutes of mixing with water. Captures impressive detail, while being flexible enough to prevent entrapment of the hand. It dries and shrinks over time, so it's not suitable for more than a few castings. I used ALG-390 from Special Effect Supply Corporation, which is a 3 minute set alginate. The kit is tested and safe to use on a baby’s sensitive skin. Freeing the baby’s hand or foot is also made effortless without hurting them thanks to a smooth, rubbery, jello-like mold material. The Edinburgh family hand casting kit developed by artist Doug Lowe would be ideal for a small family of three of four.Keep in mind that while the parts are made of fairly tough plaster, it is still easy to scratch and damage. Clearcoating, or painting, is recommended for long term durability. As the part is heavy and cold (high thermal mass), a bronze or other metallic paint will cause many to wonder if it is really metal. Therefore, opt for a brand that is straightforward and simple to use. The best hand casting kits have detailed instruction manuals enclosed or provide links to video tutorials. Going through all the steps several times before beginning is advisable to know what is expected from you. 3. Size Try to keep the beaters below the surface of the water to avoid adding more air to the mixture as this will result in bubbles in your mold. Long sharp knifeI found it necessary to cut and level the top of the mold so the cardboard holding the screws was level. A knife long enough to cut all the way through prevents tearing the mold. That said, the most robust option may not be the safest, affordable, or the most effective for catching fine details. Resin and plaster are usually preferable casting materials. The 5 Best Hand Casting Kits

Not all casting material provides the same level of strength when fully cured. Since this is a craft you would want to treasure your entire lifetime, you need a high-strength casting material.

Hand Casting Kit with Video Instructions for Two People 3D Casting Kit Plaster Hands Gift for Couples Family Wedding Anniversary Partner The mold is flexible and will open as they remove their hand. Occasionally pushing the wrist and then the hand away from one or the other side of the mold will allow air to enter the mold, which will make it easier to remove the hand. Box knifeUsed to cut the molding container top off, and later cut the container away from the mold when you want to break the mold.