Post #213757 by hmc on Thu, Feb 9, 2006 11:38 PM

WOW! I knew this process would be helpful to some, but your enthusiastic replies (and overwhelming number of views on this topic) has made me feel as though I'd better produce something good!

I have never done this before so it's not an actual "how to" from a professional. But given that there is nothing out there on the subject, I guess it's a case of "something is better than nothing".

I have done quite a bit of research on the subject, including gaining an insight into Rum Demon's process, attending workshops on molding and casting and getting the step by step lowdown over the phone from a friend who used to be a potter / ceramicist.

I really hope you get "something" out of this process - if anything, entertainment!

OK - now to get the hands dirty and make a clay master from the sketches.

Tip: Make your master approx 10% bigger than the finished product due to shrinkage of the ceramic slip. As the ceramic slip dries, it shrinks. I have been told to make it about 10% bigger. Please consult your doc... ummm, supplier for the recommended percentage. I assume products will differ.