Short Tips - Episode 46 - Texture sheets from cake moulds

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[kerflop]

I saw some in the shapes of boards. I was thinking of using it for a wood floor of a tavern. How well does this take paint?

[DMScotty]

Takes paint very well.

[adamantinedragon]

Another excellent tip Scotty.

I wonder if using a thin mixture of glue and water brushed on and then patted down with a damp sponge might work even better.

This could even be expanded if you wanted to. If you have something that has a particular texture you like, you could use some Sculpey clay to make your own mold and then bake and use it the same way.

Hmmm..... things to think about....

[DMScotty]

The tissue is thinner than I think you could get Sculpey. The brush may pull the tissue layer away.

[kerflop]

Also, what about adding a black pigment to the water? It would give it a bit of color before painting... Not sure how well it would work...

[miltonmurphy]

Jan 16, 2014 16:26:39 GMT kerflop said:

Also, what about adding a black pigment to the water? It would give it a bit of color before painting... Not sure how well it would work...

I don't think adding color before painting is really necessary. Anything you do to it will just cover it up anyway. 

On a related note DMScotty, I love this creative technique applied to the Craft. I've just placed an order for the impression mats and they are on their way! My first project is to try the woodgrain to line the outside of a building. Thanks for taking the time to flesh out the concept that you mentioned in your earlier vid.

Cheers,
Ed

[DMScotty]

Very welcome. this technique is super cheap once you get the molds and has a lot of possibilities.

[kerflop]

Jan 16, 2014 17:04:49 GMT miltonmurphy said:

Jan 16, 2014 16:26:39 GMT kerflop said:

Also, what about adding a black pigment to the water? It would give it a bit of color before painting... Not sure how well it would work...

I don't think adding color before painting is really necessary. Anything you do to it will just cover it up anyway. 

On a related note DMScotty, I love this creative technique applied to the Craft. I've just placed an order for the impression mats and they are on their way! My first project is to try the woodgrain to line the outside of a building. Thanks for taking the time to flesh out the concept that you mentioned in your earlier vid.

Cheers,
Ed

I thought it might save the step of painting it black anyways...  Being tissue, wasn't sure if it would stand up to spray paint.  I ordered a wood one off of Amazon.  gonna give this a try for the flooring of my next build.  And using it on the outside of a building is a great idea.

[miltonmurphy]

Jan 16, 2014 17:25:30 GMT kerflop said:

Jan 16, 2014 17:04:49 GMT miltonmurphy said:

I don't think adding color before painting is really necessary. Anything you do to it will just cover it up anyway. 

On a related note DMScotty, I love this creative technique applied to the Craft. I've just placed an order for the impression mats and they are on their way! My first project is to try the woodgrain to line the outside of a building. Thanks for taking the time to flesh out the concept that you mentioned in your earlier vid.

Cheers,
Ed

I thought it might save the step of painting it black anyways...  Being tissue, wasn't sure if it would stand up to spray paint.  I ordered a wood one off of Amazon.  gonna give this a try for the flooring of my next build.  And using it on the outside of a building is a great idea.

Right on kerflop, I get your drift. Cannot wait to play with it when it gets here. I'd love to see your craft when you're done. I'll post mine too.

Cheers,
MM

[beetlewing]

If you haven't been able to find these locally, check craft stores like Joann's and Michael's, in the wedding section.

The Joann's near me (Northern VA) doesn't have the brand shown in the video, but they have a 2-pack with wood boards and stone wall for $8.00.

[warswithtoys]

After watching the vid, I just had to try this myself. I was unable to find them at Walmart as well, so with some Google-fu I was able to track down a US source.
www.countrykitchensa.com/shop/cake-decorating-supplies/impression-mats-and-texture-sheets/38/527/1327/

If you do a search for them, use the following search terms: Fondant Impressions Mat Texture Sheet

I have a couple sets with the most useful textures on order.
JIM

[NamenDDR]

I have always been curious about how this turns out? I have Been searching for projects that used it but have not had any luck. Does anyone have a link or pictures?

[miltonmurphy]

Oct 29, 2015 1:31:13 GMT NamenDDR said:

I have always been curious about how this turns out? I have Been searching for projects that used it but have not had any luck. Does anyone have a link or pictures?

I did a vid. Hope you find it helpful.

[gimiricsforge]

I wonder a similar method would work in deeper molds like Hirst Arts molds?

[erho]

I have some moulds of hirst arts stone, I'll try to give it a shot.

I imagine it would be fine but the trick is filling the cast so it doesnt warp.

Ive cast plaster in them before, but its so brittle, I bet it would work best as a filler for this type of technique.

[miltonmurphy]

Sept 19, 2021 23:43:28 GMT gimiricsforge said:

I wonder a similar method would work in deeper molds like Hirst Arts molds?

They are silicone right? I don't see why it wouldn't work although something with a lot of detail would probably not work with this technique but any flat or relatively simple shape should work (to an extent.)

[miltonmurphy]

Sept 20, 2021 14:24:39 GMT erho said:

I have some moulds of hirst arts stone, I'll try to give it a shot.

I imagine it would be fine but the trick is filling the cast so it doesnt warp.

Ive cast plaster in them before, but its so brittle, I bet it would work best as a filler for this type of technique.

Will be interested about how it turns out.

Regarding the brittle plaster, it depends on thin spots in the caster but have you looked at different casting materials?

I do ceramics and there are plasters and gypsum cements that cure harder than just basic plaster. Here's a list to peruse: www.sheffield-pottery.com/US-Gypsum-USG-Plaster-Information-s/38.htm.

I've also done a lot of resin casting with my home made silicone moulds to great success.

As with anything experimental I suggest researching on the Hirst site to make sure there's nothing that will mess up your Hirst molds before you try anything new.