How Do You Make A Mold Of Something?
You can make a mold of almost any hard object you have by using a few simple materials. These molds can be used for a variety of purposes, like ceramics, liquid plastics, mixed pulp media or latex, but they are especially suited for molding clay. This process is popular with doll makers, button makers and Sculpty enthusiasts, who create their own molds to speed up the creation of their hand-made items. Because molds are inflexible, they are best for larger pieces with fewer details. Step 1 Prepare your bowl. You need a clean, dry bowl with a flat bottom that will give you the size mold you want. Try fitting the object you are trying to mold into the bowl to avoid future mistakes. Step 2 Prepare your supplies. Fill a clean, empty spray bottle with rubbing alcohol and set it aside. Spray the inside of your bowl with cooking oil. This will help your mold come out easier and prevent it from sticking. It also helps prevent chipping and cracking when the mold is removed. Clean the item you a
