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These cute little guys were paper-cast using a silicone mold. Although there are some imperfections, I'm very pleased with their final appearance. They are not fragile, and after being painted and sealed, any fiber strays are tamed. I haven't decided if they're going to be ornaments or magnets, or both! The back is half hollow, so it's easy to pierce through the top and add a hanging ribbon or thick thread, (the middle one has a hanger). Yet, they are shallow enough to accommodate a circular magnet.
SUPPLIES:
Arnold Grummer Paper Making Kit
Cotton Rag Fiber - Arnold Grummer
Silicone mold, Owls-Tovolo (each owl is 2.5" h x 1.75" w)
Acrylic Paint - pumpkin, sunflower, waterfall, lime yellow, black
Clear glossy sealant spray - Krylon
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Create paper pulp with shredded scrap paper and Cotton Rag Fiber.
2. Drain excess water from the pulp while putting it into the silicone mold. Use a dry cloth to push the pulp firmly down into the mold, adding more pulp as needed. Repeat pushing the pulp into the mold with a dry cloth to remove excess water.
3. Let dry for many days before removing from the mold.
5. If desired for hanging, use a piercing tool to poke a hole at the top of the owl to attach thick thread for a hanger. Or, glue a magnet to the backside with hot glue.
Thanks so much for stopping by the blog today, I hope you enjoyed this easy project.
Craft on!
Becky
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Becky, de-lightful! Usually silicone molds make it difficult to achieve a detailed cast since little air bubbles can get trapped and interrupt the fine designs of a mold. Maybe that worked in your favor since each little owl has distinctive personality. Thank you for this project! Kim
ReplyDeleteReally cute owls!
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