Techniques by Jana Ewy & Friends

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Molds: Using Commercial Silicone Molds

Techniques courtesy of designer Myléne Hillman

Method 1

Lay the mold on a heat resistant surface facing upward. Cut a square of Friendly Plastic® a little larger all the way around than the cavity of the mold. Use either a heat tool or the water bath method to soften the plastic. Place the plastic foil side down over the cavity. With wet fingers, gently work the Friendly Plastic® into all the nooks and crannies of the mold. Allow the plastic to cool completely or drop it into cold water for 20-30 seconds. The plastic will pop out of the mold, easily. The back can be packed with softened scraps if a flat back is required for attaching to your artwork. Trim away the excess if preferred.

Method 2

Cut small slivers of Friendly Plastic® and place them into the mold one by one using the heat tool to soften before adding further pieces. Use wet fingers to mold each additional piece into the softened Friendly Plastic®. Continue adding layers, working the Friendly Plastic® into all the recesses of the mold until the cavity is full. See AMACO’s Friendly Plastic Craft Library for a variety of projects using this technique.

NOTE: Krafty Lady has a large selection of Art Molds to choose from.

Projects:

Using molds by Michelle Zimmerman.

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