This is a gauze that is impregnated with plaster ready to be used for your casting projects. Just wet it and apply it to the object. As it is drying is will shrink up ever so slightly allowing you to pull it carefully off of non-porous or semi-porous objects. If you are doing it on something that is very toothy or porous you might want to use a mold release first.
For more explanation of how to make a mask, check out our How to page
GAUZE
Roll- 4"x180"- enough for about 1 1/2 adult masks
$7.39
5# Box- you can make about 10 full face masks with this box. The gauze is random lengths and random widths-- normally around 10" wide.
$30.50
20# Box- this big box of gauze will cover the faces of you and about 40 of your closest friends! The gauze is random lengths and random widths-- normally around 10" wide.
$75.50
We carry 2 really good books about maskmaking
Maskmaking by Carole Sivin. This is a great black and white book that starts with the history of masks and then describes (in great detail) different types of masks-- plaster, clay, paper, papier-mache, buckram, wire and celastic masks. Although you may not want to make all of these different masks, you can find techniques to use on your mask. There is also a section about masks and children. The pictures are quite helpful in this book. $28.95
Puppets and Masks-- Stage craft and Storytelling by Nan Rump This is a wonderful book for anyone who works with kids. The book is very project oriented. For each project there is a description, a section about what you can do to prepare for the project, what the kids can do, and how to use the puppet of mask. There is a wide range of projects which could be adapted depending on the age of the kids, number of kids and how much time you have for the project. $19.95
Casting Kits
These kits are wonderful gifts for the crafty person in your life. The kits contain everything to make the project. Once they plaster is dry you can finish it off with paint or leave it as is. You'll be amazed at how striking the finished products are. These projects really do celebrate the beauty of the human body.
Kidz Easy Cast --$24.95 (note: because of the weight there is a $2.50 shipping surcharge added)
A very popular all purpose casting kit for ages 1-month to adult. Cast baby's hand or foot. I did this with my baby when he was 3 months old and it turned out great and exactly like it was shown on the package!
The kit contains
MoldGel Molding Powder
CastRite Casting Powder
Clear Plastic Molding Container
Velcro Tape
Craft Stick
Instructions
Face casting kit-- $70.95 (note: because this weighs 10.5 lbs there is a $6.00 shipping surcharge added)
The ArtMolds Face Casting Kit is non-toxic, non-allergenic and 100% biodegradable. It contains professional quality instructions and materials to make an exact copy of the face. Because it makes an extraordinary wall hanging it is the perfect gift for the person that has everything... and it's made by you (with their help of course)!
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Pro Hand Casting Kit--
$59.95 (note: because this weighs 9 lbs there is a $5.00 shipping surcharge added)
This kit is called "pro" because you should be able to get professional results the first time you do the project--its that easy!
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The Torso Casting Kit $159.95 (note: because this weighs 32pounds, there is a $6.00 shipping surcharge added)
If you are really ambitious, why not go for the gold? This kit will make an exact replica of the front half of the torso of your choosing. If you want to make a statement, this will do it for you!
There is enough material to cast a typical adult front torso from neck to mid-thigh. The kit finish is a natural white which can be left natural or enhanced with acrylic paints and other waterbased products.
This kit contains:
MoldGel Alginate-based Mold Powder
CastRite Casting Stone
MoldEZ Hair and Mold Release
Plaster Bandages
Fiber to Bond MoldGel to Plaster Bandage
Spackle
Protective Gloves
Sand Paper
Drop Cloth
Instructions
Just the basics!
Alginates for moldmaking--This skin safe hypoallergenic mold material is similar to what a dentist uses to make dental impressions (and we all love that experience, don't we?). There should not be any noticeable offensive odor with these products.
The quickest setting version "Hollywood" is perfect for doing molds of baby hands or feet, or other small items.
Regular set is designsed for life casting, candle, soap or restoration purposes.
SloSet should be used for larger projects since it allows you more open working time.
Once you used the alginate to create your mold, you can then fill it with something like plaster to create your object.
All are sold in 1lb packages for $14.95. Mix about 4 oz of powder with 16oz of water to make a paste.
