How to Make Reusable Molds
If you want to make many identical figures of candy, soap or other craft items, make reusable molds. Kits are available with silicon in two parts that you knead together and then press around the object you're molding. They are reusable, so you don't have to make a new mold every time.
Instructions
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Choose the object you want to mold. Do this before you buy the molding kit so you know how much silicon you need.
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Following the manufacturer's instructions, mix the molding medium.
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Spray the object with cooking oil spray.
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Make the mold. Press the object to be molded into a piece of prepared silicon. Make sure everything but the back of the object is covered with silicon. Make what will be the bottom of the mold thicker than the sides.
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Place the mold on a smooth, hard surface. Press down a little so the bottom of the mold flattens out. This will help hold it steady as you fill it.
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Allow the mold to cure and harden as recommended by the manufacturer.
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Remove the object from the mold and fill it as desired.
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Tips & Warnings
Kits to make silicon molds are available at craft stores.
If you plan mold edibles, use silicon certified as food grade.
