crystalmcvea Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 I have ordered several wonderful molds online...and then got thinking maybe I could save some money and make my own..I bought some silicone online and tried to make a mold of some easter candy...the only problem is that the candy moved and floated to the top of the silicone..obviously its harder than I thought,..but I dont want to give up. Can anyone tell me how to go about making my own molds and where to buy the best silicone? The silicone I got was blue in color but the molds i have ordered were a light purple...just wondering..Im still going to use the site online to order molds because I love her quality...but would love to make some of my OWN for my own use on soap and candles...Hope someone can help me!:highfive: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candle Man Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 Here is the best source for mold making supplies & how to make molds www.smooth-on.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clover Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 I'm so glad this subject came up because I have been considering making my own molds, too. Thanks for the link, Candleman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crystalmcvea Posted March 6, 2007 Author Share Posted March 6, 2007 Ive looked at smoothon..but still have questions...like what is the best and easiest to make molds of food items...and how do I keep the food from floating to the top when i pour the silicone...do you know? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwahlton Posted March 7, 2007 Share Posted March 7, 2007 I used to make my own molds. You have to anchor the master real well. I used to use Fimo Clay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COJECO Posted March 8, 2007 Share Posted March 8, 2007 Has anyone tried this mold? I would really like opinions.http://www.soapnsupplies.com/browse.pl?lib=supplies&filter=all&action=viewScroll down to the Proform soap mold with rack.Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thecandlespastore Posted March 8, 2007 Share Posted March 8, 2007 When I used to make them I used plumbers putty to keep my master in place. Anyone know how to make silicone liners for soap molds? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted March 8, 2007 Share Posted March 8, 2007 Has anyone tried this mold? I would really like opinions.http://www.soapnsupplies.com/browse.pl?lib=supplies&filter=all&action=viewScroll down to the Proform soap mold with rack.ThanksI have one. Not thrilled. Too much extra material between the bars that needs to be trimmed away so a lot gets wasted. For MP I guess you could re-use it but I do CP and I DON'T mess with rebatching or confetti soap or whatnot. And then there's the cleaning... Let's just say the remnants from the last batch (6 weeks ago) are still on my mold which is in a paper bag in the garage.On the other hand it makes LOVELY smooth bars of a delightful size.I'd offer to sell you mine, but 1) someone else already asked and 2) then I'd have to clean it up LOL.ETA: I really should clean it up and use it again - the bars are really quite nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tamsoycandles Posted March 8, 2007 Share Posted March 8, 2007 There's a guy on Ebay that sells silicone molding putty. Two part stuff, mix together, mush onto what you want to mold. Voila!http://stores.ebay.com/AeroMarine-ProductsI've been wanting to try this myself.Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msmeredith Posted March 9, 2007 Share Posted March 9, 2007 Also, Hobby Lobby and Michaels carry those type products if you want to shop around locally. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idacandlelady Posted March 10, 2007 Share Posted March 10, 2007 Anyone know how to make silicone liners for soap molds?I've been wondering this same thing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candle Man Posted March 11, 2007 Share Posted March 11, 2007 When I used to make them I used plumbers putty to keep my master in place. Anyone know how to make silicone liners for soap molds?You could try the silicone baking sheet liners, you could cut them down to fit your mold size. http://www.lnt.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2282542&cp=1331607.1331950.1891947&view=all&parentPage=family Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForHisGlory Posted March 12, 2007 Share Posted March 12, 2007 Just ran across this. Make your own Latex MouldsPage 8 on the PDF file.http://www.gel-wax.co.uk/FullMoons%20Catalogue.pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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