This is a eureka moment for me. Thank you for making silicon mold plaster dungeon tiles so much cheaper.

@DungeonMiser

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

A bit of a tip. Even though it’s difficult to be picky about such things as of this comment. Try to get vinyl or nitrile gloves. They are far more durable that Latex and an excellent alternative for folks who have a latex allergy.

wow. the sky has opened and i swear i hear angels

Wonderful job and neat ideas! My tip is to use a mix of water and dishwasher rinse agent (1 or 2 drops mixed in to a small spray bottle) to create "wet water" to allow the dental plaster to flow in the molds much easier (a trick from HirstArts that has stuck with me)

Thank you so much for this info! I've been wanting to try making silicone molds forEVER but the price has kept me away! Definitely trying this out as soon as I have some spare time

Great vid. Gotta try out this technique with the cornstarch and silicon.

I'll have to make a trip to the dollar tree and try this out! I've been wanting to make my own molds, but proper silicone is so expensive!

Great :) That home made silicone mix works a treat, just wish I'd thought of oiling the gloves before working it last time I used it XD

@DungeonMiser

3 жыл бұрын

It makes all the difference. Without oiled gloves, that crap just gloms into the gaps between your fingers like it's sentient and trying to hide.

@Karlmakesstuff

3 жыл бұрын

@@DungeonMiser Pretty much! I will keep that in mind for next time I wrangle it. Thanks again!

The Warhammer community will be pleased with this report. So many, many, many... "Corpses".

Absolutely been waiting for this one, and definitely did not disappoint! I've been using old fender washers recovered from the side of the road as bases for things, myself... but those only get so big. Wish I had this video when I was making my huge elementals hehe... Still got one to go though.

Fantastic, man. Been looking forward to seeing your next video & you never disappoint. Good work

Dude, what a PHENOMENAL job you just did. I have always stayed away from mold making as proper silicone is very expensive. Thank you so much for sharing with us your wisdom.

I like old Finder Washers Mix Spackle with Craft Acrylic Paint Brush it on while it wet I sprinkle on Dry tea Leafs

That was the video I've been waiting for! Thanks Andy!

100% Silicon, just like my favorite ladies!

@DungeonMiser

3 жыл бұрын

Uncle Larry?

@17ytube

3 жыл бұрын

I like my molds like I like my ladies. Thick.

@jesternario

3 жыл бұрын

XD

@jesternario

3 жыл бұрын

XD

@stevenvarner9806

9 ай бұрын

I'm not attracted to silicon-based life forms. I came to see how to make silicone bases. 🤣

Very useful video, I recently found your channel and it really is a hidden gem. Not too many channels out there that deal with making your own minis with very basic materials.

Thanks for this one; it is (quite literally) a game changer!

I like the Button idea

Mind-expanding stuff. I may attempt the Silicon mold + plaster trick in the future. Certainly less expensive than resin. Some people like to magnetize their bases. I can imagine it's possible to press a small hole into the plaster while it's semi-soft using some round object (like the end of a wooden dowel). To establish the space for the magnet. Actually, you could just press the magnet into the plaster itself. That's where it'll end up anyway.

Thanks for the inspiration!

Great tips thank you very much

Is the food coloring just to have colored moulds or does it have a function in the mixing process? Great video btw, short and to the point.

@DungeonMiser

3 жыл бұрын

Water activates the vulcanization of the silicone, so you can use a few plain drops of tap water instead. I like to use food coloring to visually show that it is fully mixed up.

@XyerDark

3 жыл бұрын

@@DungeonMiser I see, that's a good idea.

So, update on the hole crazy idea of using chewing gum, bubble gum, gum, etc. The mix hasn’t hardened, although it’s a bit rigid. Sadly, once I tried to take out a lid from a juice container, hopefully trying to do a base from that, the gum-mold, opened up to much. It did not maintained the lids form. I’ll do more experimenting with glue and or water and gather more info on that. The crazy experiment doesn’t end there, oh no my friends. Now I want to see if it is possible as to make gum-putty. Boil it, smash it, put it in a stew…well not that. Really, is to see if I can do a seudoclay, molding putty, epoxy, you know what I mean. The stuff that I came up with is just weird and funny. I used the same old mix, but with glue (wood glue). Balancing it with the starch until it did not got stuck on my fingers. Left it some minutes to dry, maybe an hour. Decided to do some small spikes. Finally using a damped brush I smoothed it a bit (to much will damage your sculpt) and gave it up to three cores of wood glue. The result is a very rigid stuff. But still maintaining some of the flexibility of the gum and glue. It also has a bit of bounciness to it. I am very happy with the results btw. I’ll still see what I can do with the gum-mold idea 😅.

@DungeonMiser

9 ай бұрын

Lol good job

@EmanuelAliceaSantiago

9 ай бұрын

@@DungeonMiser I really don’t know why I decided on this idea. But, it’s been fun lol. So, yeah, thanks for the inspiration.

These are awesome!

You may want to add sine Baby oil they'll last longer and be more flexable

@stevenvarner9806

9 ай бұрын

What is "sine baby oil"? In regards to baby oil, it's basically mineral oil with scent added. Mineral oil if often much cheaper and since it is a mineral and not organic material, it may be better for coating the gloves as well.

@EmanuelAliceaSantiago

9 ай бұрын

@@stevenvarner9806I think it was meant to be “some” and not “sine” lol.

This is genius!

FYI, you can *always* find poker chips at thrift stores.

I’m really having trouble getting the right mix of corn starch and silicone. On my third try and getting better but nowhere near the consistency yours has. Any tips or cues on the ratio? Also, do you think the oil on your gloves enters the mix as you knead with the gloves?

@DungeonMiser

3 жыл бұрын

My best advice is to keep adding starch when your bowl is empty until your dough ball isn't sticky anymore. Oil does get into the dough, but it doesn't hurt the final product at all.

Do you make your own sculpting tools

So, what is the ratio of glue and water to plaster?

@DungeonMiser

3 жыл бұрын

1 part glue to 6 parts water is a good start. Adjust it based on your climate until you like it.

What Brand of Paint and brushes you use

Crazy thought…but hear me out, but it’s crazy. Molds, but…made from chewing gum. Gum and corn starch, but I think one would need glue. To give it that plasticity and hardness, once it dries it. I would love to hear opinions on this, for real. Just so you all know, I’ve made my first attempt. It didn’t have glue in it and it’s Hubba buba gum.

Do you use Epoxy ckays

Just getting into miniatures and such. Your tutorials are so helpful! I had one quick question. Around 8:48 you show some bases with really beautiful curved smooth edges towards the bottom of the photo. Were those made with the mold system and with a button or a smoothed wooden disk as the base? I really like the look of those specifically.

@DungeonMiser

2 жыл бұрын

The original base was from the Warmachine line, probably the 40mm size.

How durable are the pva plaster bases? Will they hold up for travel?

@DungeonMiser

3 жыл бұрын

So adding the glue gives the final product a slight flex, so much more durable than plaster alone, but I could break it if I was really rough. For travel, I would switch PVA for an equal amount of wood glue. It's a little more expensive, but still cheaper by far than anything else, and wood glue + dental plaster is virtually as durable as PVC or vinyl.

@demetrinight5924

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the recommendation.

@franciscoalejandro7567

3 жыл бұрын

Where does one buy dental plaster?

Is the pigment in the food coloring necessary, or does it just make it look pretty?

@DungeonMiser

Жыл бұрын

The water in the food coloring is necessary to cure the silicone. You can use a few drops of regular water if that's all you have

@-starrysunrise-2908

Жыл бұрын

@@DungeonMiser Thanks!

Is there a amazon link to the plaster you use? Or how do you source it?

@DungeonMiser

3 жыл бұрын

I recommend Merlin's Magic Plaster but a google search on hobby stone or dental plaster will get you what you need

We need a nothic video.

@DungeonMiser

3 жыл бұрын

Coming up!

I have 90% of an 18lb bag of joint compound powder I was started experimenting with like your bases. I know it's not the same thing, but since all the stuff I'm adding is free I thought I'd mix some glue, sawdust and sand in and maybe it would be durable enough. What are your thoughts? Ever tried it?

@DungeonMiser

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds worth a try to me. Let me know how it goes

great video! is this safe to drill holes through?

@DungeonMiser

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely. This is the same material used in kitchens and bathrooms worldwide

How dare you tell me what to do! *Makes chocolate molds*

Can you use this kind of mold for minis? PS thanks for the video.

@DungeonMiser

Жыл бұрын

I wouldn't recommend trying to cast pewter, but resin will cast nicely

So how flexible are those silicone molds? Commercial molds are very flexible and can be reused several times without tearing. Do these hold up after multiple uses?

@DungeonMiser

2 жыл бұрын

Very flexible, and the thicker the tougher. I've had several for about 6 years, still going strong.

@themisfitowl2595

2 жыл бұрын

@@DungeonMiser Sweet! I believe I may try making these for some resin dice I had in mind. Thanks a bunch!

Baby powder or talc. Better than corn starch.

@stevenvarner9806

9 ай бұрын

Most baby powder now is corn starch and labeled "talc free." You can buy talc still of course, and one cheaper source is the talc used for bicycle and motorcycle tires. It's called "tire talc." This is also good as a release powder for vulcanized rubber molds used to pour lead-alloy or pewter miniatures. Since this is not pharmaceutical or cosmetic grade talc, it's wise to wear gloves and a good mask to avoid any fibrous ("asbestiform") crystals in the talc. This is why corn starch may be a safer option.

Inspired again. boardgamegeek.com/image/5682372/miscellaneous-miniatures-game-accessory