How Do You Make A Fused Glass Mold?
Glass fusing is the process of melting different shapes, colors and types of glass together to create fascinating pendants, bowls and works of art. Molds are used to shape the fused glass in two ways. The first method is slumping or draping, where the glass is heated until it will slump over a mold to create bowls and vases. The second method is slumping into the mold, where glass is softened with heat to the point that it will sag into a mold to create platters, bowls or serving dishes. You can make an original fused glass mold to slump fused glass. Draw the shape you want for your mold on a sheet of paper. When the design is perfected, reproduce it onto the fiberboard with a marker. Cut out the shape using a fiberboard saw or razor knife. Cover the fiberboard with fiber mold hardener. Let it dry thoroughly by air or by heating it in a kiln at a temperature below 175 degrees F to avoid a flame-up. Use a fine sanding block or fine emery to smooth rough edges, round corners or edges, an
