supersculpey

[limion]

hi,

i'm completly new to the whole sculpting thing and i had this idea of making a chess set. my question is: if i make one pawn (with supersculpey) and bake it, can i use supersculpey again to make a "mold" of that original piece? and if i bake that, can i use it with supersculpey to make copies of the original or not?

this is just one of my idea's, first i'll make (or try to anyways) another little sculpture to see if i'm any good at it.

anyway, any suggestions would be apreciated too.

[curtisfell]

What you are suggesting is called a press mould. However, it will be very difficult if you use the same material to make the mould and the pieces. It would be better to have a go with some resin to make the mould from. Its quite easy for a begginer to pick up.

[Crossbones]

Push molds are cheating! You'll be prouder of the set if you sculpt each peice. Plus you can make small changes to each pawn. But thats just my opinnion.

[limion]

thanks guys. i think i'll try the resin. that way i'll only have to make one good one, to be sure that the set will be great.
but like i said this is just an idea. i'll probably make a "normal" statue first. don't have al the equipement yet, but i am indeed eager to begin!

[KoBold]

If you decide to use PC in the a PC mold then concider experimenting with:
Kato Repel Gel $2.50 3/4 oz. jar
Use to prevent adhesion during curing - apply between lid and box, for instance, or between pen and pen cap before curing. Rinses away with water after curing.
http://polymerclayexpress.com/katoclay.html

And:

Super Elasticlay
Remains flexible and rubbery when cured Often used for making molds, even two-part molds. Captures detail well.
E-5 ½ pound package $7.00
http://polymerclayexpress.com/sculpey.html

[HellBorn]

You could also make the pressmould from a two part silicon clay such as PoYo-Putty from http://www.smooth-on.com/liqrubr.htm

It would probably cost a bit more but on the other hand you can cast anything in it without having to fiddle with release agents.

Also, as it is two component material witch means that you can make moulds also from stuff that not can take the heat in the owen. It's also great for making stamps.

[limion]

thanks a bunch i'll definetly do some research before starting this 'litle" project.