Instructables: exploring - Mold - featured http://www.instructables.com Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:11:37 PDT BLOX v1.01 Trying my hand at: Mold Making and Casting with Silicone RTV [Pittsburgh Tech Shop] http://www.instructables.com/id/Trying-my-hand-at-Mold-Making-and-Casting-with-Si/
Trying my hand at: Mold Making and Casting with Silicone RTV [Pittsburgh Tech Shop] - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEF/TK55/HHS9SOEK/FEFTK55HHS9SOEK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEF/TK55/HHS9SOEK/FEFTK55HHS9SOEK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEF/TK55/HHS9SOEK/FEFTK55HHS9SOEK.SMALL.jpg thisisanexparrot Today at the Pittsburgh Tech Shop, I took a class in mold making and casting. This is a great technique for making multiple copies of a piece out of resin. It's used in sculpting, prop making, special effects makeup, and many more applications. This Instructable is the documentation of the class in ...
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Sun, 16 Jun 2013 12:41:16 PDT
Circle rings http://www.instructables.com/id/Circle-rings/
Circle rings - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/UT4B/HHS9RM1N/FVJUT4BHHS9RM1N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/UT4B/HHS9RM1N/FVJUT4BHHS9RM1N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/UT4B/HHS9RM1N/FVJUT4BHHS9RM1N.SMALL.jpg emilyvanleemput This instructable will show you how to make these cute rings. I hope you like it!!! What do you need? To make these rings, you will need:   - wire - pliers - round object matching the size of you finger - thick cardboard - bamboo skewer  The mold Cut the bamboo skewer in four pieces. A...
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Sun, 16 Jun 2013 10:11:23 PDT
How to 3D Print Molds for Small Batch Concrete Casting http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-3D-Print-Molds-for-Small-Batch-Concrete-Cas/
How to 3D Print Molds for Small Batch Concrete Casting - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8I/PPPI/HFSHUWYM/F8IPPPIHFSHUWYM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8I/PPPI/HFSHUWYM/F8IPPPIHFSHUWYM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8I/PPPI/HFSHUWYM/F8IPPPIHFSHUWYM.SMALL.jpg timwikander Recently I took my first step into the exciting world of 3d printing. The result? I learned how to utilize basic CAD modeling and a 3d printer to create quick and precise custom molds for small batch concrete casting. Overview About a month ago I visited the Annex (Instructables' old shop locatio...
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Tue, 7 May 2013 14:25:00 PDT
abraham lincoln head mold http://www.instructables.com/id/abraham-lincoln-head-mold/
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Fri, 29 Mar 2013 23:20:43 PDT
Mini Cadillac Body http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-Cadillac-Body/
Mini Cadillac Body - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1P/1WL7/HD7U0JKO/F1P1WL7HD7U0JKO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1P/1WL7/HD7U0JKO/F1P1WL7HD7U0JKO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1P/1WL7/HD7U0JKO/F1P1WL7HD7U0JKO.SMALL.jpg spratjack70118 Thank you everyone, as this Instructable was one of the 1st Place winners of the UP! Contest.  I appreciate the support! This Instructable covers the building of the mini Cadillac body shell that I attached to the scooter I ride with The Krewe of the Rolling Elvi.  We are about 120 guys who dress l...
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Thu, 28 Feb 2013 08:09:55 PST
Cement Skulls!!! http://www.instructables.com/id/Cement-Skulls/
Cement Skulls!!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPB/EAB9/HCJOBE1Q/FPBEAB9HCJOBE1Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPB/EAB9/HCJOBE1Q/FPBEAB9HCJOBE1Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPB/EAB9/HCJOBE1Q/FPBEAB9HCJOBE1Q.SMALL.jpg TSSJ-ryan I've been wanting to do some cement sculptures for a while now. I wanted a fairly simple, yet still cool, design for my first project. After looking through Thingiverse I found http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:36110 by macouno. It is simplified but has all the major features that make up a skull. It...
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Mon, 4 Feb 2013 00:20:54 PST
Chocolate Bar Food-Safe Mold & Cast http://www.instructables.com/id/Chocolate-Bar-Food-Safe-Mold-Cast/
Chocolate Bar Food-Safe Mold & Cast - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4Z/OXNK/HCB8TG8D/F4ZOXNKHCB8TG8D.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4Z/OXNK/HCB8TG8D/F4ZOXNKHCB8TG8D.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4Z/OXNK/HCB8TG8D/F4ZOXNKHCB8TG8D.SMALL.jpg danm_daniel This is an Instructable for making a custom chocolate bar based on engraved material using food-grade silicone (casts can be made of gummies or hard candy as well). The idea was a gift for my niece who is addicted to chocolate. It was a great way to teach her about mold-making & casting, as well as...
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Thu, 24 Jan 2013 16:16:07 PST
Wood Molds for Pewter Casting (I made it at TechShop) http://www.instructables.com/id/Wood-Molds-for-Pewter-Casting-I-made-it-at-TechSh/
Wood Molds for Pewter Casting (I made it at TechShop) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/X6HO/HANAJ3UO/F87X6HOHANAJ3UO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/X6HO/HANAJ3UO/F87X6HOHANAJ3UO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/X6HO/HANAJ3UO/F87X6HOHANAJ3UO.SMALL.jpg TomCloss With pewter's melting point being so low you can make molds out of lots of different materials. The following information will help you build a two part mold using a laser cutter and 1/4 inch thick wood. I used the laser cutter at my local TechShop. For more information on  TechShop look them up. ht...
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Sat, 15 Dec 2012 18:25:28 PST
Have a mold free shower curtain in your bathtub http://www.instructables.com/id/Have-a-mold-free-shower-curtain-in-your-bathtub/
Have a mold free shower curtain in your bathtub - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOT/GIWG/HAIK2VGC/FOTGIWGHAIK2VGC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOT/GIWG/HAIK2VGC/FOTGIWGHAIK2VGC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOT/GIWG/HAIK2VGC/FOTGIWGHAIK2VGC.SMALL.jpg mole1   Not only is a mold free shower curtain possible, it's easy! What you will need 1 - A small hook to attach to the wall above the tub.  This can be a little plastic 'sticky' hook if you have smooth tile walls, or a suction cup hook if you have smooth walls but don't want to use any adhesive on t...
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Wed, 12 Dec 2012 10:16:05 PST
Predator Mask Mark 2 - 2 part plaster mold for a latex mask http://www.instructables.com/id/Predator-Mask-Mark-2-2-part-plaster-mold-for-a-l/
Predator Mask Mark 2 - 2 part plaster mold for a latex mask - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW0/XSFJ/H8CVI8G6/FW0XSFJH8CVI8G6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW0/XSFJ/H8CVI8G6/FW0XSFJH8CVI8G6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW0/XSFJ/H8CVI8G6/FW0XSFJH8CVI8G6.SMALL.jpg n1cod3mus An improvement on the original predator mask, better detail and better paint job. Having learnt a few things from making the original predator mask I thought I would make a second version of it and improve on what I had before, and here's how I did it. Below is a comparison of the 2 masks, the mar...
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Sat, 20 Oct 2012 07:21:30 PDT
Making a Cat(?) Mask with Fiberglass http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-Cat-Mask-with-Fiberglass/
Making a Cat(?) Mask with Fiberglass - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPR/MAWE/H6MF2TE9/FPRMAWEH6MF2TE9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPR/MAWE/H6MF2TE9/FPRMAWEH6MF2TE9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPR/MAWE/H6MF2TE9/FPRMAWEH6MF2TE9.SMALL.jpg Xarphael I'm not new to Instructables, but I figure it is about time I get an account and give back to a website that has given me so much inspiration and information. This is my first post, so all comments and critiques are welcome. I've always enjoyed making masks and costumes, and about a year ago I deci...
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Sat, 29 Sep 2012 14:13:30 PDT
Making a 3-D Printed Mold http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-3-D-Printed-Mold/
Making a 3-D Printed Mold - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6M/LAIX/H742Z2O2/F6MLAIXH742Z2O2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6M/LAIX/H742Z2O2/F6MLAIXH742Z2O2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6M/LAIX/H742Z2O2/F6MLAIXH742Z2O2.SMALL.jpg rachel I recently had a project where I needed to create a couple dozen identical foam ear shapes.  Casting from a mold is the clear solution here.  However, the ears needed to fit onto an existing product, so I knew some tweaking of the design would be necessary to get it right before I could make the doz...
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Mon, 17 Sep 2012 16:27:27 PDT
Tofu Press http://www.instructables.com/id/Tofu-Press/
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Tue, 4 Sep 2012 11:56:33 PDT
Light up and Talking PotatOS from Portal 2 http://www.instructables.com/id/Light-up-and-Talking-PotatOS-from-Portal-2/
Light up and Talking PotatOS from Portal 2 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW4/QSCX/H5ED99J5/FW4QSCXH5ED99J5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW4/QSCX/H5ED99J5/FW4QSCXH5ED99J5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW4/QSCX/H5ED99J5/FW4QSCXH5ED99J5.SMALL.jpg codename-3c This Instructable is for a light up and talking PotatOS from Portal 2. She was made as a college project which had a size restriction of 1ft cubed. She was also used as a means for me to get to grips with electronics which I'd never incorporated into a project before plus I really wanted my own talk...
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Sat, 1 Sep 2012 18:36:33 PDT
Make a Vacuum Former Box $30 http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Vacuum-Former-Box-30/
Make a Vacuum Former Box $30 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR7/4Q8F/H5IRVZ9N/FR74Q8FH5IRVZ9N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR7/4Q8F/H5IRVZ9N/FR74Q8FH5IRVZ9N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR7/4Q8F/H5IRVZ9N/FR74Q8FH5IRVZ9N.SMALL.jpg greyfox234 This Instructables will show you how to make a very cool Vacuum Former box for just about $30! Materials Pegboard 1/2" Plywood 2x4 Duct Tape .02 Polystyrene Oven Shop Vac 2x2 Make the Frame To start out make a square frame out of the 2x4, mine was 22"x 24" Make Vacuum Former Plate Now take ...
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Wed, 8 Aug 2012 16:46:36 PDT
Save water and reduce erosion http://www.instructables.com/id/Creating-an-eco-paver-from-a-sketch/
Save water and reduce erosion - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEN/TN79/H2WESYVJ/FENTN79H2WESYVJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEN/TN79/H2WESYVJ/FENTN79H2WESYVJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEN/TN79/H2WESYVJ/FENTN79H2WESYVJ.SMALL.jpg Dave-T Getting grass to grow is hard sometimes but is necessary to keep your dirt in place so it doesn't wash away. With this porous paver you not only reduce the amount of grass you need to grow but drastically reduce the amount of water needed to keep that grass growing. On top of this, the pavers hold t...
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Mon, 4 Jun 2012 21:51:59 PDT
3D Printed Candle Mold http://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Printed-Candle-Mold/
3D Printed Candle Mold - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJY/Z77Z/H2WESVTD/FJYZ77ZH2WESVTD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJY/Z77Z/H2WESVTD/FJYZ77ZH2WESVTD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJY/Z77Z/H2WESVTD/FJYZ77ZH2WESVTD.SMALL.jpg alxpril This Instructable describes how to create a wax candle from a computer generated design using a 3D printed mold. The key here is that instead of creating a typical “clamshell” style mold with two or more halves with a cavity inside, this method creates the outside skin of the mold which is then torn...
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Sun, 3 Jun 2012 16:20:06 PDT
Elf Ears, custom-made in silicone rubber http://www.instructables.com/id/Elf-Ears-custom-made-in-silicone-rubber/
Elf Ears, custom-made in silicone rubber - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/LEU1/H2TIBAMB/FXYLEU1H2TIBAMB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/LEU1/H2TIBAMB/FXYLEU1H2TIBAMB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/LEU1/H2TIBAMB/FXYLEU1H2TIBAMB.SMALL.jpg Scotttland   While costume shops have been selling foam latex pointed ears for some time, their generic one-size-fits-all shape means a standard and relatively bulky set of points which can never completely blend with a human’s natural earlobes.   The extra-soft and porous nature of foam latex also means the e...
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Thu, 31 May 2012 15:05:25 PDT
Make Awesome Soap http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Awesome-Soap/
Make Awesome Soap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNJ/395J/H2TIYEFN/FNJ395JH2TIYEFN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNJ/395J/H2TIYEFN/FNJ395JH2TIYEFN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNJ/395J/H2TIYEFN/FNJ395JH2TIYEFN.SMALL.jpg bryanbrutherford This is the process I use to make awesome custom soap. My wife and i have made custom soaps as favors, gifts and fundraisers. I order my soap making supplies from http://www.elementsbathandbody.com/ We use melt and pour soap bases along with fragrance and colorant. I get my mold making supplies f...
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Wed, 30 May 2012 08:03:04 PDT
Mini Face Sculpture http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-Face-Sculpture/
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Wed, 23 May 2012 11:25:58 PDT
Latex Mask Part 2: Molding the Sculpt and Casting Latex http://www.instructables.com/id/Latex-Mask-Part-2-Molding-the-Sculpt-and-Casting-/
Latex Mask Part 2: Molding the Sculpt and Casting Latex - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMZ/3O5J/H1YOAO27/FMZ3O5JH1YOAO27.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMZ/3O5J/H1YOAO27/FMZ3O5JH1YOAO27.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMZ/3O5J/H1YOAO27/FMZ3O5JH1YOAO27.SMALL.jpg alexthemoviegeek This is part 2 of an Instructable which will show you how to make a latex mask. In Part 1, we made a 2-part plaster mold of our head and used it to make a clay copy. Now, we will be taking the clay sculpture, molding it with plaster, then pouring liquid latex inside of the mold, and pulling out the ...
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Sun, 6 May 2012 16:32:59 PDT
World's easiest silicone mold. http://www.instructables.com/id/Worlds-easiest-silicone-mold/
World's easiest silicone mold. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/YUV3/H1DRXTZS/FRHYUV3H1DRXTZS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/YUV3/H1DRXTZS/FRHYUV3H1DRXTZS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/YUV3/H1DRXTZS/FRHYUV3H1DRXTZS.SMALL.jpg audreyobscura Yep. That's right. I am about to change your mold-making technique forever. This simple way of silicone mold-making will have you wanting to make casts of all your trinkets and toys. You will need: water blue dish-soap (any brand seems to work) silicone caulking (do not buy quick set s...
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Mon, 23 Apr 2012 19:48:34 PDT
Alginate mold - face http://www.instructables.com/id/Alginate-mold-face/
Alginate mold - face - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/TUY5/H0OJ15R7/F3CTUY5H0OJ15R7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/TUY5/H0OJ15R7/F3CTUY5H0OJ15R7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/TUY5/H0OJ15R7/F3CTUY5H0OJ15R7.SMALL.jpg giritberen This time I am going to show you how to take an alginate mold of a face (and fill it with plaster) What you need, A model ;) Alginate Plaster bandages Several cups (to mix, pour water etc) Vaseline Cotton A pillow (you have to make the model comfortable =))) Small pieces of paper (or you can use s...
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Tue, 10 Apr 2012 13:51:15 PDT
Laying Your Own Eggs, so to speak http://www.instructables.com/id/Laying-Your-Own-Eggs-so-to-speak/
Laying Your Own Eggs, so to speak - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEV/I68F/H0OJ0QNX/FEVI68FH0OJ0QNX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEV/I68F/H0OJ0QNX/FEVI68FH0OJ0QNX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEV/I68F/H0OJ0QNX/FEVI68FH0OJ0QNX.SMALL.jpg Jason Bedard Now's your chance to make that decoritive egg you have always wanted to make. All that has held you back has been the mold with which to cast your fake egg wonder.  No longer. In this Instructable we will build the perfect, and low cost egg mold. Within but a few short hours you will be laying eggs...
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Sun, 8 Apr 2012 13:18:46 PDT
Silicone mold making for soap http://www.instructables.com/id/Silicone-mold-making-for-soap/
Silicone mold making for soap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Q/38P4/H0FLNRW2/F7Q38P4H0FLNRW2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Q/38P4/H0FLNRW2/F7Q38P4H0FLNRW2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Q/38P4/H0FLNRW2/F7Q38P4H0FLNRW2.SMALL.jpg rpelletier For a school project I had to make a soap that would have my project's logo on it. This instructable was made by a DIN 2012 member Making the logo To make the mold, you need to make a plastic model of what you want the soap to look like. This model will be cast into silicone which will be the a...
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Sun, 1 Apr 2012 14:04:19 PDT
Custom Hamburger mold http://www.instructables.com/id/Custom-Hamburger-mold/
Custom Hamburger mold - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI9/GOOU/H0A0LBSX/FI9GOOUH0A0LBSX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI9/GOOU/H0A0LBSX/FI9GOOUH0A0LBSX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI9/GOOU/H0A0LBSX/FI9GOOUH0A0LBSX.SMALL.jpg BradMartinson Where is it written that hamburgers must be round? I had learned how to use the Vacuum Former at TechShop San Jose, and needed a project to make sure I remembered how to use it.  Also, I wanted to test the theory that a hole in the center of a burger will help it cook more quickly and/or evenly. H...
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Mon, 26 Mar 2012 16:55:00 PDT
Alginate Mold - Polyester resin copy http://www.instructables.com/id/Alginate-Mold/
Alginate Mold - Polyester resin copy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM8/BSOL/H05NHJLF/FM8BSOLH05NHJLF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM8/BSOL/H05NHJLF/FM8BSOLH05NHJLF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM8/BSOL/H05NHJLF/FM8BSOLH05NHJLF.SMALL.jpg giritberen So today I'm going to show you how to make a alginate mold and fill it with polyester resin. What do we need; - alginate (it is the material dentists use to cast your teeth, there are several versions of it; some harden quickly like in 1-2 minutes and others take 5to 9 minutes. I used the latter.)...
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Mon, 26 Mar 2012 08:16:41 PDT
From 3D to Reality - Making a Resin Sculpture from a CG Character http://www.instructables.com/id/From-3D-to-Reality-Making-a-Resin-Sculpture-from/
From 3D to Reality - Making a Resin Sculpture from a CG Character - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPV/3AEX/GZACIUQ2/FPV3AEXGZACIUQ2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPV/3AEX/GZACIUQ2/FPV3AEXGZACIUQ2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPV/3AEX/GZACIUQ2/FPV3AEXGZACIUQ2.SMALL.jpg jwilliamsen Note:  This instructable is entered into the "Make it Real" challenge - so if you like it, please take a second to vote by clicking the button in the upper right of the page - Thanks! This Instructable covers one process of converting a digital character model from a virtual model to a "real" world...
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Sat, 10 Mar 2012 23:05:18 PST
Make plastic parts from scratch http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-plastic-parts-from-scratch/
Make plastic parts from scratch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAV/LVRG/GXXSDR1X/FAVLVRGGXXSDR1X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAV/LVRG/GXXSDR1X/FAVLVRGGXXSDR1X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAV/LVRG/GXXSDR1X/FAVLVRGGXXSDR1X.SMALL.jpg Orangutanlibrarian Fro another project I need custom shaped plastic parts. Since my 3D printer is only in the design stage right now (I just finished software prototyping) I decided to try my hand at casting. This is my first attempt The piece is sculpted with Plasticine and cast from fiberglass resin. These are not ...
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Sun, 29 Jan 2012 06:29:33 PST
Custom Soap Mold http://www.instructables.com/id/Custom-Soap-Mold/
Custom Soap Mold - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKT/35BL/GU7F3CH4/FKT35BLGU7F3CH4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKT/35BL/GU7F3CH4/FKT35BLGU7F3CH4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKT/35BL/GU7F3CH4/FKT35BLGU7F3CH4.SMALL.jpg conmac863 Hi All. First instructable so bear with me..... Last year my wife out of work and bored so she started making soaps and beads etc. She was getting bored with the molds she could buy commercially so I decided to try and make some for her. Materials The materials I used where either laying around...
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Thu, 27 Oct 2011 16:18:53 PDT
Basic Papermaking Equipment. http://www.instructables.com/id/Basic-Papermaking-Equipment/
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Sun, 23 Oct 2011 10:38:13 PDT
How to sculpt a head out of clay http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-sculpt-a-head-out-of-clay/
How to sculpt a head out of clay - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR1/BDXN/GRSXG35N/FR1BDXNGRSXG35N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR1/BDXN/GRSXG35N/FR1BDXNGRSXG35N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR1/BDXN/GRSXG35N/FR1BDXNGRSXG35N.SMALL.jpg zazenergy I decided to embark on making a clay head, so naturally, I chose Lionel Richie (circa 1984) as my model. For the uninitiated, Richie's video for the 1984 blockbuster hit, "Hello", features his clay head molded by a blind art student, Laura. I am not blind, but I do wear glasses and love Lionel Rich...
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Mon, 29 Aug 2011 15:04:25 PDT
Cupcake Coffee Cup Cup Cakes - Lithium Rain Half Baked Goods of Righteousness http://www.instructables.com/id/Cupcake-Coffee-Cup-Cup-Cakes-Lithium-Rain-Half-B/
Cupcake Coffee Cup Cup Cakes - Lithium Rain Half Baked Goods of Righteousness - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F47/U4TP/GOTSZC9U/F47U4TPGOTSZC9U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F47/U4TP/GOTSZC9U/F47U4TPGOTSZC9U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F47/U4TP/GOTSZC9U/F47U4TPGOTSZC9U.SMALL.jpg caitlinsdad Make coffee mug shaped cupcakes from your instant custom mold.  Not seen on TV but you can make them now if you act fast. Wherein expressly presented for ibler Lithium Rain for her penchant of java-like code and frothy operating systems. Does your cup runneth over or blue-screen? This is a hearty ...
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Sun, 12 Jun 2011 22:19:27 PDT
[Video] Mixing Polyester Resin http://www.instructables.com/id/%5bVideo%5d-Mixing-Polyester-Resin/
[Video] Mixing Polyester Resin - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FO5/CP3K/WDFEZ7BGP9V/FO5CP3KWDFEZ7BGP9V.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FO5/CP3K/WDFEZ7BGP9V/FO5CP3KWDFEZ7BGP9V.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FO5/CP3K/WDFEZ7BGP9V/FO5CP3KWDFEZ7BGP9V.SMALL.jpg trebuchet03 Resin mixing is an important part of composite manufacturing. Here's how to do it safely and with an acceptable margin of accuracy.WARNING - THESE INSTRUCTIONS INVOLVE THE USE OF METHYL ETHYL KEYTONE PEROXIDE (MEK-P), A CORROSIVE COMPOUND THAT IS MILDLY "EXPLOSIVE." GLOVES ARE A MUST AROUND THESE CO...
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Wed, 28 Mar 2007 12:38:25 PDT
Chocolate Cake Shots http://www.instructables.com/id/Chocolate-Cake-Shots/
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Fri, 27 May 2011 16:46:16 PDT
Chocolate robot recipe http://www.instructables.com/id/Chocolate-Instructables-Robots/
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Sun, 22 May 2011 22:19:51 PDT
How to sculpt chocolate http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-sculpt-chocolate/
How to sculpt chocolate - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXH/EHWB/GN1I602I/FXHEHWBGN1I602I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXH/EHWB/GN1I602I/FXHEHWBGN1I602I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXH/EHWB/GN1I602I/FXHEHWBGN1I602I.SMALL.jpg PenfoldPlant How to make chocolate sculptures on a budget Most store-bought Easter eggs are disappointingly bland in design. Even the fanciest high-end chocolate eggs tend to be cast in a simple design with, if you're lucky, a few swirls of caramel or chocolate drizzled artistically across the top. Given the li...
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Thu, 28 Apr 2011 17:50:33 PDT
Chocolate Cake Filled Wiimote! http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-cake-filled-chocolate-anything/
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Tue, 1 Mar 2011 08:25:43 PST
Make Your Own Shoes at Home! http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Own-Shoes-at-Home/
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Sat, 26 Feb 2011 19:02:18 PST
Giant Doughnut Cake (Or How To Make Your Own Cake Molds) http://www.instructables.com/id/Giant-Doughnut-Cake-Or-How-To-Make-Your-Own-Cake-/
Giant Doughnut Cake (Or How To Make Your Own Cake Molds) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/QB0E/GJHVL5S2/FZNQB0EGJHVL5S2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/QB0E/GJHVL5S2/FZNQB0EGJHVL5S2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/QB0E/GJHVL5S2/FZNQB0EGJHVL5S2.SMALL.jpg haventmadeabombyet My roommate loves doughnuts, so I decided to make her the biggest one she had ever had. They sell doughnut cake molds, but I was on a budget and didn't know when I'd ever make another one, so I opted to make my own mold and here's the result! I ended up making a two layer cake, but you can make a s...
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Tue, 1 Feb 2011 08:32:43 PST
Chalkboard Conversation Heart http://www.instructables.com/id/Chalkboard-Conversation-Heart/
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Wed, 26 Jan 2011 07:35:37 PST
Make a silicone mold from common household materials in your kitchen in 1 hour http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-silicone-mold-from-common-household-materia/
Make a silicone mold from common household materials in your kitchen in 1 hour - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR5/E7SY/GITHDC00/FR5E7SYGITHDC00.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR5/E7SY/GITHDC00/FR5E7SYGITHDC00.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR5/E7SY/GITHDC00/FR5E7SYGITHDC00.SMALL.jpg MechanicalMashup Taking off from this BRILLIANT 'ible http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-Your-Own-Sugru-Substitute/ I have started making silicone molds on the cheap and thought I would share. This is incredibly simple and fast and can be used for a ton of casting ideas... Here is the podcast I did on it:...
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Thu, 13 Jan 2011 08:00:47 PST
How to make a Latex Mask with a 2 part mold http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Latex-Mask-with-a-2-part-mold/
How to make a Latex Mask with a 2 part mold - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDH/H01G/GHFJXGTC/FDHH01GGHFJXGTC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDH/H01G/GHFJXGTC/FDHH01GGHFJXGTC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDH/H01G/GHFJXGTC/FDHH01GGHFJXGTC.SMALL.jpg n1cod3mus I made a full head latex mask of the predator using a 2 part plaster mold, this method is used to provide excellent detail. and a reusable mold. What you need You will need the following things --------------------------------------------- a Polystyrene head (ebay) 10kg NewPlast modeling clay...
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Mon, 13 Dec 2010 17:39:42 PST
Fried Egg Moulds http://www.instructables.com/id/Fried-Egg-Moulds/
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Thu, 25 Nov 2010 11:12:30 PST
Lego brick shaped gummy candies http://www.instructables.com/id/LeGummies-brick-shaped-gummy-candies/
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Sun, 9 Nov 2008 03:40:07 PST
Dremel a Batman Foam Board Master for a Plaster Mold http://www.instructables.com/id/Dremel-a-Batman-Foam-Board-Master-for-a-Plaster-Mo-1/
Dremel a Batman Foam Board Master for a Plaster Mold - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMU/BBDO/GFRWOTL2/FMUBBDOGFRWOTL2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMU/BBDO/GFRWOTL2/FMUBBDOGFRWOTL2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMU/BBDO/GFRWOTL2/FMUBBDOGFRWOTL2.SMALL.jpg MalmeyStudios This may be a little late for Halloween this year but if your like me you'll need some practice and a jump on next year. The main tool I used was the Dremel so I decided to enter this into the Dremel contest, what the hech, Right? This foam board master is based on the Batman Dark Knight Suit. I hav...
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Mon, 1 Nov 2010 07:51:57 PDT
Making a custom Platinum Diamond engagement ring http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-custom-Platinum-Diamond-engagement-ring./
Making a custom Platinum Diamond engagement ring - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/ZWZ0/FDYPT934/FF8ZWZ0FDYPT934.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/ZWZ0/FDYPT934/FF8ZWZ0FDYPT934.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/ZWZ0/FDYPT934/FF8ZWZ0FDYPT934.SMALL.jpg chrisparry So, I am a professional jeweller. http://www.chris-parry.co.ukI also sell some items on http://www.chrisparry.etsy.comIf you are realy bored, you can visit my flickr page http://www.flickr.com/photos/chris-parry/A client wanted a traditional design for his engagement ring.This instructable shows you...
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Tue, 18 Mar 2008 12:03:02 PDT
homebrewed shaped LED / heart LED http://www.instructables.com/id/homebrewed-shaped-LED-heart-LED/
homebrewed shaped LED / heart LED - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMR/KMNG/GE4013ZK/FMRKMNGGE4013ZK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMR/KMNG/GE4013ZK/FMRKMNGGE4013ZK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMR/KMNG/GE4013ZK/FMRKMNGGE4013ZK.SMALL.jpg lighttamer LEDs comes in many designs and shapes. But you can also create your own. Here we show an example, a heart-shaped LED. Of course you can also build individual letters or anything you like. We are pleased to hear of your ideas :-) the Lichtbändiger from Germany Design First make a design of the ...
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Thu, 16 Sep 2010 11:42:52 PDT
Easy Mold Making http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Mold-Making/
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Sun, 12 Sep 2010 00:03:31 PDT
Lifecasting - hands http://www.instructables.com/id/Lifecasting---hands/
Lifecasting - hands - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FB4/L74B/F23Z35SE/FB4L74BF23Z35SE.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FB4/L74B/F23Z35SE/FB4L74BF23Z35SE.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FB4/L74B/F23Z35SE/FB4L74BF23Z35SE.SMALL.jpg stienman One of the engineers I work with was fascinated by a hand casting booth at the 2005 Ann Arbor Art Fairs. The operator would, for a nominal fee, mix a container of goop into which the customer would insert their hand, or occasionally couples would insert their clasped hand. A smaller container was ...
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Mon, 4 Jun 2007 06:26:42 PDT