Casting Plaster of Paris in Silicone Moulds

In this video tutorial we look at casting Plaster of Paris in silicone moulds to create homemade embellishments for mixed media and other craft projects. By adding PVA glue to the water we create a stronger cast.
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[@JuliaMcNeillCrafts]

Great technique I have only ever used paper clay in these moulds x

[@mariad4183]

This was awesome!
Thank you for sharing honey! xoxo

[@arthursutton832]

Very helpful Thank you.

[@lilithmorgan4632]

Your video is amazing 🥰🥰

[@harmony331000]

Well you faired much better than I did....I used the same recipe as you but 90% of mine broke getting them out of the molds. I was beyond frustrated as I tried so hard to be gentle but they fell apart so easily.......which is why I was seeking out vids like yours and I couldn’t believe how well you did..kudos!

[@CurioByBSpokeDesigns]

harmony331000 did you add PVA glue? I used a Anita's Tacky Glue, I wonder if that made a difference?

[@harmony331000]

Curio By B-Spoke Designs ...hmmm, I’m going to try a different brand of glue....also, in watching you again I realize my water wasn’t cold enough ...and I didn’t use talc😞definitely my bad!! Thank you for the great advice and for sharing. I’m going to try again today!

[@harmony331000]

Curio By B-Spoke Designs oh, lol, and I used Elmer’s glue all for the glue addition...is that stuff ok?

[@CurioByBSpokeDesigns]

Elmers should be fine

[@MegaSneetch]

old comment but you can try dental stone/flow stone/dental plaster as it's much stronger than plaster of paris.

[@lenaberesneva]

Thank you for you video, but how do you finish them? Do you use some stone polish?

[@CurioByBSpokeDesigns]

I tend to paint them with acrylic paints.

[@lzrd8460]

Using acrylic caulking that has some silicon in it is much easier and not expensive. Using plaster of Paris to make objects looks too frail.

[@joyceparkes2678]

🙏🏽

[@shannongabor750]

Do you think you could use the Plaster of Paris in a larger silicone mold - size 8" x 3"?

[@CurioByBSpokeDesigns]

Yes, I can't see why there would be any problem

[@shannongabor750]

@@CurioByBSpokeDesignsThanks I'll give it a shot because t's cheaper than resin.

[@christianurbina1465]

how do you finish these pieces? do you add a sealant?

[@CurioByBSpokeDesigns]

I usually use them in mixed media pieces and so I paint them

[@CMonstersmom]

Do you paint these with Gesso prior adding color Acrylics or applying them to your art piece?

[@CurioByBSpokeDesigns]

yes, usually but as this is plaster, it's not really necessary.

[@Zyswest]

what is the glitter blower called and where could one purchase one?

[@CurioByBSpokeDesigns]

It's just called a glitter blower or glitter pump and I got it from a local craft shop. They are also used in cake decorating.

[@marikiemarie7622]

Yes. I've never heard someone putting in dry first .

[@lilithmorgan4632]

Can i make a key chain with please?

[@CurioByBSpokeDesigns]

I would use polymer clay or normal resin. This is too brittle.

[@lilithmorgan4632]

@@CurioByBSpokeDesigns thank you

[@kelly4328]

What ratio of glue would you say to use?

[@lzrd8460]

He used 1/2 Tbsp of glue to 2 Tbsp of plaster of Paris.

[@cilonen]

@@lzrd8460how much water?

[@EmilyWood1996]

@@cilonenbro rewatch the video he literally gives measurements

[@lzrd8460]

Have you tried using paper clay or air dry clay?

[@CurioByBSpokeDesigns]

I have but I find air dry clay is prone to cracking.

[@sandyrtyyhf2851]

Can I use baby powder

[@CurioByBSpokeDesigns]

for what?