Finnabair Mould - Locks and Keys

Ornate locks and keys are so easy to make with this new moulds design by Finnabair! High-quality Silicone Moulds featuring great designs perfect for mixed media art, collage and more. Heat resistant and food safe. Use clay, resin, hot glue and more to create one of a kind castings for all your art. 5″ x 8″ x 8mm

My favourite product to use with the moulds is the Easy Cast Resin.  It picks up all the beautiful details.  Once set and removed from the mould, you can also use a hairdryer or heat gun to warm and curve to shape.

Depending on which medium you are using, you may find that a very light dusting of cornflour in the mould helps it release easier, especially with the air dry clay which tends to be a little more moist than the paper clay.

Simply press into the mould and remove all excess so it is even and only the depressed parts are covered.

If using clays, they are best attached to you piece whilst still wet, as they can be shaped to fit your surface and will dry in place.  

I like the rustic look of a few cracks, but if you want a perfect finish, you can come back and fill in any cracks or imperfections with a little more clay and then paint again.

I like to use a flexible pva type glue that is available from Bunnings.