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Penpal
Grand Master
From examples I have seen it appears straight forward.
Peter.
Peter.
It's quite expensive especially if you want to make a large mould. You can make your own silicon putty fairly cheaply.
Peter
DIY: Cheap and Easy Mold Putty - YouTube
Peter
DIY: Cheap and Easy Mold Putty - YouTube
Penpal
Grand Master
Keen to see the result I like the idea of block molding no where near as complicated either.
Peter
Peter
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Penpal
Grand Master
Thaks Mark so many crafties are into this type of product as well.
Peter.
Peter.
Heres my first attempt Ed this stuff goes of in 3 min from when you start mixing it bit the last one turned out better than the first I used up about half of the two tubs so when you compare it to £20 a mould £13 for 5 moulds cant be bad 2 sierras 2 rocket bullet and one 6" x 3/4" and the more I do the better they will be I also nicked Paul M idea with the stamps and made up two tubes ready for when the moulds are fully cured good fun good fun
Here's mine total cost £32.00.... should get eight 5 1/2 x 3/4 x 3/4 blanks from them. I had around 10 mins play time with the stuff before it started setting. Only wish I had known about the cornflower and silicone sealer before hand though 
Here's mine total cost £32.00.... should get eight 5 1/2 x 3/4 x 3/4 blanks from them. I had around 10 mins play time with the stuff before it started setting. Only wish I had known about the cornflower and silicone sealer before hand though
Don't sweat what has passed, it's worth having a go with the cornflower just so you get a feel for it, you can make moulds for specific kits.
Peter
Too right Peter Its a learning curve and Im quite happy with the result and the price price. Seeing how I get on with the cornflower will be interesting.
Penpal
Grand Master
It would appear pro made moulds are not so expensive by comparison.
Peter.
Peter.
With the own made putty the same size mould should cost no more than around £3.00
Penpal
Grand Master
Thanks Ed using plastic dishes etc or reusable and mould release even cheaper i guess. I have seen so much innovation. Quick, easy and efficient with repeatability works every time following with interest mate.
Peter.
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Here's mine total cost £32.00.... should get eight 5 1/2 x 3/4 x 3/4 blanks from them. I had around 10 mins play time with the stuff before it started setting. Only wish I had known about the cornflower and silicone sealer before hand though
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Try plain old bathroom sealant I use clear, make a former out of scrap wood, pump in the silicone work well in,
and smooth the top the top (now underside) with half a potato, silicone will not stick to it because of the starch,
leave to set for 48 hours and turn out. A load cheaper
and more working time. (will bring you some tomorrow)