150 Urethane Resin Castings - How To Make A LOT of copies fast!

[@RoySATX]

Even if I wasn't intending to add custom silicone mold making for custom resin casting to my already unwieldy, time-consuming, and costly array of hobby interests I have no room for, I would watch Roberts' videos. He reminds me of the cantankerous yet kind retired guy who lived down the block when I was a kid; As long as I stayed off his lawn, listened more than I talked, and showed some common sense he'd let me watch, and occasionally even assist, as he worked on his garage-shop projects. I learned a vast amount from him, every youngster should be so lucky.

[@baerrach]

What an experience! You're right more people should be able to get that

[@BeOurBee]

I've seen a dozen videos about casting, but you're the first person to break into all the little optimizations over the entire process, why you make them, and how they save you time over batches. Thanks for that!

[@RobertTolone]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@maybeageek]

I don't exactly know what led me here, but you seem like a nice person with a lot of experience in what you do and it is a pleasure to watch you do what do :-) Greetings from Germany

[@InstabilerStoff]

Ha, same! Cooler typ, super natürlich in seiner Art

[@fallencitou]

I think always is a pleasure to watch people doing what they do well/love. Greetings from Argentina @_@¬

[@PrpKrm]

This guy needs more views! I'm gonna try and share this channel to my Fine Arts University group.

[@RobertTolone]

Hi Elizabeth, I need all the views I can get! Thanks for spreading the word. Let me know what kind of projects you guys are working on at school; it helps me to know what to make videos about.

[@PrpKrm]

I've actually already graduated, but I've been interested in casting and mold making for years, but only had the most basic knowledge of what to do. I've been watching different mold making videos the last few days (in preparation for a kitchen reno), and one of your videos was in my recommended. I really hope that sharing your channel will get you more views. I'm definitely gonna be watching more of them. 😁 Most of what I'm doing is still in the planning phase, and I like to experiment to find the techniques and processes best for me (translated as "stubborn"). But if I come across something I can't wrap my head around, I definitely feel confident bringing it here to the expert. 👍🏻

[@nathanielrobles3284]

I usually skip skip, forward-forward watch but this cool old man made me watch it whole!! I rarely subscribe too but he made me do it. I really love your vid and your very young butbwise personality. I learned a lot in your short video and it will really help me a lot on my planned productuon of my arts for extra income. I wish you all the best and stay healthy and hope live many more years of your youthful self! THANKS A LOT!!!

[@VirtualVeracity]

Robert is a very patient and meticulous man. If we all aspire to be like him, the world would definitely benefit. If you learn nothing else from this video (and I'm betting, most of his videos), it's that preparation and keeping a clean functional workplace, are key! Awesome job. 👍

[@tolysawenko2]

Dear Robert, I just wanted to say I watched this video and it helped me immensely in making my own silicone mold. Thank-you for your tips and willingness to share. I couldn't be more grateful!

[@RobertTolone]

I ver happy it helped you! Thanks for letting me know!

[@vyranlaise8356]

Your channel peaked my interest. I tought myself how to make rubber molds and plastic parts and create prototype. I learned a whole new different way of producing parts in plastics and metals. It cost more but you can produce thousands of parts a day and it's not plastic mold injections. I was done with that after I got a quote of $25,000 per mold. 3 size peaces comes to $75,000. No way jose. I had to learn new ways of making molds to save money to produce products. Thanks for bringing back old memories of producing rubber molds. Oh ya the more you work with latex rubber. The more your body is unable to protect you. The rubber will start to burns your skin. Always protect your skin and fingers. Just be careful. Thanks for sharing.

[@NicoleHam]

You are my FAVORITE CASTING AND CRAFT KZbinR! Amazing videos that have helped me SO MUCH! I've been 3D printing some prototypes that I'm trying to work up the nerve to cast, so I REALLY appretiate your teaching style! So chill and casual!!

[@221b-Maker-Street]

How did you get on - have you made your casts?

[@imbue]

Hey Robert, I think you’re my new favourite KZbinr. Keep up the great work!

[@RobertTolone]

Thanks!

[@DipstickD]

The Best content on KZbin, every single video is just wonderful

[@OnNire]

Not sure how KZbin knew I needed to watch this but I’m so glad I did, also the previous video in this little Tiki guys creation and his 150 siblings. Thank you Robert, you’re the kind of teacher that makes learning easy and enjoyable, I’m now a new subscriber.

[@RobertTolone]

Thanks for being here! Love your name by the way.

[@Irondino47]

Just discovered your channel while looking into silicone mold/resin castings. I currently use clay molds/casts when I need extra copies of figurines/accessories but your videos are really easy and simple to follow and have me considering switching to silicone mold/resin casting. I loved the step by step process from making the silicone molds, to making multiple silicone molds for production copies, to cutting the molds, to casting the resin copies.....keep the great videos coming.

[@jenniferjohnson4145]

this guy is on his game!!!!! so easy to understand. well spoken, quick firing info, a pro on camera......im truely impressed. i cant be sure but i think he may have studied with Bob Ross at the school for tele-hypnotism......I cant turn away

[@ezrabartsch1505]

Robert! I work at a urethane and silicone casting shop, and I just gotta say: you are an absolute legend around here. Thanks for all you do!

[@RobertTolone]

Thanks so much Ezra! What do you guys make?

[@ezrabartsch1505]

​@@RobertTolone, we make prototypes and short production runs of everything from as-seen-on-tv kitchen gadgets to devices for fortune 500 companies. Thanks for asking. :)

[@RobertTolone]

@@ezrabartsch1505 I’m primarily a sculptor. I make character-based prototypes for the entertainment industry, mostly toys and consumer products. So Disney, Warner Bros, Nickelodeon, Sesame Street, Star Wars, etc. I convert my wax sculptures into resin castings to deliver them to the clients. I’m known on KZbin as a mold maker because that’s the only videos everybody wanted to watch on my channel. So I specialized in that. I can’t imagine why I would be a legend in your shop because I could undoubtedly learn a lot from you guys!

[@ezrabartsch1505]

@@RobertTolone, that level of humility's got a lot to do with it. You're the type of guy we'd all wanna hang out with, and you've got skills to boot! Next time you're in Minneapolis, MN, you'll have to let me buy you a drink. ;)

[@RobertTolone]

@@ezrabartsch1505 Thanks Ezra!

[@cheryljones7290]

Robert you are truly awesome to watch and listen to, I am addicted.......I have never made a mould but you make me want to. You are like watching a loved father. So much knowledge, truly inspiring. Thank you for all your hard work, from UK :)

[@RobertTolone]

Thanks for your very nice comment Cheryl!

[@DanHughesNC]

10:25 OMG - You've answered a 30+ year unanswered question. I'd always see people weighing stuff like this when I was a kid. I never understood why they'd have to move the weights after they started. Now I do.

[@221b-Maker-Street]

What a glorious channel this is I love this chap!

[@brucewayne5140]

I've been on KZbin for years and I have never once deliberately subscribed until now.

[@RobertTolone]

Welcome to the channel Bruce!

[@PeggyLeeSebeni]

I'm new to your channel. I enjoy watching your process & your humor. Blessings always.

[@quadict6224]

i don't exactly know what led me here but you seem like a nice person with a lot of experience in what you do and it is a pleasure to watch you do what do

[@MacheteBushcraftAustralia]

You're easy to watch Robert! I really appreciate the info as well. I also am a fan of paper towel in the workshop. I'm cheap though. I prefer turning toilet paper into a center-feed dispenser. 1kg (1/4 Gal?) honey tubs with a 1 & 1/4" hole in the lid makes the holder and it's fairly simple to pull the cardboard out of the center of the roll by first folding it in on itself. You end up with little single use squares of paper that suit wiping up small drips. The paper stays fairly uncontaminated inside the plastic tub as well. The for the really large shop rolls of paper towel that often come covered in plastic film, I just reinforce the plastic with packing tape and turn the whole thing into center feed dispensers as well.

[@RobertTolone]

Brilliant! I need make one of those now. I will keep my eyeballs peeled for the right size and shape of container.

[@lskanon863]

Thanks Robert! Always a pleasure following through your projects. Picking up a few quick wins here and there.

[@RobertTolone]

Glad you find them useful Alexander!

[@msspynoodle6505]

The way you made the color was very impressive!! Hope I will be as good as you one day.

[@ruigonzaga1363]

Hi Robert, how are you? I'm from Brazil, I want to thank you for sharing so much experience. In a few minutes he summarized days or even months of research. Thank you, may God reward you, for all kindness. Health and Peace to you and all your family members.

[@mannygibbs5429]

Great lessons! So, the jig is very nice. Something I learned to make a flat bottom on a one piece mold pour is to slightly overfill. Then take a spare flat piece of silicone, like maybe from another mold. Simply slide it over the overfilled opening. When the resin sets, it'll be perfectly flat. There may be a few bubbles but the pressure pot usually takes those out. You have a pro operation but this may save you time cleaning resin shavings.

[@RobertTolone]

For me I have found machining the base to be faster and more reliable. But there are always several ways to skin a cat.

[@ApatheticDonovan]

I learned about your channel from Crafsman a while back and I’ve really enjoyed your videos. Great videos, very interesting AND entertaining! 👍

[@SpiceAddicti0n]

Your videos are so straightforward with so many knowledgeable tips, great page!

[@RobertTolone]

Thanks for watching Evan!

[@joelwitherspoon930]

Great video. Reminded me of my Dad's workshop.

[@hebrewhammer1000]

Awesome video! Thanks for sharing the techniques.

[@SwissplWatches]

Love the videos you make, I'm learning so much! Thank you!

[@HippyHouse]

Thanks gramps, you’re a solid dude. Love your work. And thanks for the crash course!

[@SunilKumar-sd8fb]

Its really great n helpful video for beginner, u really doing good job..

[@treblam1]

Once again a Great Job! Learning something new each time!

[@RobertTolone]

Thanks, Albert!

[@ianhegan-rumohr791]

You have amazing skills, I have learned a lot today. Thanks!

[@gharris6944]

You make great videos Robert. Thanks for the education.

[@RobertTolone]

Thanks G!

[@randyc750]

Watching you put them in the jig and drill their heads was the most satisfying part. I cackled in glee when I saw that.

[@RobertTolone]

You gotta love a nice jig! Makes life so easy.

[@glynissweeney]

love it, you make me laugh and smile, i don't know anything about what you're videos are about, but it's interesting. Keep making these, brilliant job! :)

[@robdude1969]

Great stuff Robert! YOU MAKE KZbin AWESOME!!!!

[@kocy33]

I really appreciate your videos. I recently tried myself at making a chocolate Bear that i made by doing photogrammetry of a public statue and 3d peinting a miniture and molding from that. Molding can be so versatile, so many applications. Your videos really give me insight into how to do it professional. Keep doing these videos please. Thank you and greetings from Germany! :)

[@antonwinter630]

thanks for sharing. the jig to get rid of the base cupping is a great idea

[@RobertTolone]

Thanks Anton!

[@eeledahc]

Looks to me like a good way to tell if you are close to the color is when you swish it around in your jug. The thinnest coating running down the sides inside the jug. The jug itself adds a little whiteness to it.

[@RobertTolone]

I’m mixing colored resin again this week. I’ll give your idea a try. Thanks!

[@freezEware]

I was about mention the same thing, curious to know if it worked?

[@HJ-tg1ux]

I think I just found my new favorite channel

[@neva-surrender]

You're amazing, I love watching you work

[@RobertTolone]

Thanks Mek!

[@rejectedautobiography]

I love the way you test the witness cup. Poke poke poke. Your videos are great! You've inspired me! Thank you

[@rejectedautobiography]

Dingleberries!

[@RobertTolone]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@tianman]

Thank you Robert, great videos, I used to mould with Heat resistant silicone and then lead figures, I will have a look through your vids to see if there is anything I can find for those, with 3d printing now my new hobby, it makes moulding a bit more for fun me

[@RobertTolone]

I have not yet done any low-temp metal casting projects on the channel. It’s on the list of video ideas.

[@amyh.2020]

Hey Tolone, great videos I’m learning so much! Thank you!!!! Quick question…. Can your multiple casing design work for casting wax manually inject, for a lost wax application? 🤔

[@jorgeluisgenova5108]

Robert, you constantly say in a lot of your videos, that you like to work fast, or efficient, and being practical. I know you may love your scale but come on just buy an electric one 😄, you can find some very cheap and the work really well. By the way I love your channel! I'm learning a lot from you, thanks for your content!!! ❤

[@RobertTolone]

Oh I’ve had digital scales. I throw them in the garbage when they die. Meanwhile my 35-year-old balance beam scale (never repaired, NO BATTERIES EVER) just goes on and on and on. Plus, a balance beam is just as fast as any other scale - if you know how to use it. Thank for watching my channel and for your comment! 👍😊

[@jorgeluisgenova5108]

@@RobertTolone You are awesome!

[@AquaPawInnovations]

i really don't know how i ended up here but just loved your work...respect and subscribed..

[@RobertTolone]

Glad you found the channel! Thanks for watching.

[@Mr2011Sami]

Greate video, and greate tips in every second of the video. Thank you!!!

[@jo3y1286]

Amazing Video! Thanks for Sharing!

[@RobertTolone]

Thanks for watching!

[@chapiit08]

Great job! I've never seen such work being done before. You've got a new subscriber!

[@omadimicheal1843]

This is really educative. I now have a clue on how to go about my project, human skeleton. Thx Papa

[@RobertTolone]

Glad you found it helpful Omadi. Thanks for watching!

[@teeniv84]

Love you, sir!!! Thankful for all the knowledge and wisdom you share here!!!

[@gaWalt]

Robert, I just found your casting videos. I do 3d printing and designed a game. I thought about selling it but it takes too long to print all the parts and the board. So, it looks like making resin versions of the game is the way to go in order to make any profits. I'm gonna give it a try this weekend. Gotta make sure I print some good prototypes first before I make the molds. Thanks for all your videos and wealth of info on mold making and castings. I'm curious where you purchase your silicon and resins. Thanks, Gary

[@RobertTolone]

www.silpak.com

[@azafreak]

Can feel the collective wince when he cuts off those 'sprues'

[@RobertTolone]

It had to be done.

[@Irn-Drew]

I've just come across your channel. Really enjoyed this. Off to watch more now. 👍👌

[@android01978]

Still loving these videos. I’m going to try a unique way of creating a mould for a project using a 3D printer and wondering your thoughts. My idea is to 3D print 2 ‘bucks’ with keys, one for each side of the part, then I can create the mould halves from each. The main reason for crewing the two bucks rather than just a split mould is because the 3D printers leave a much better surface top side than bottom. The resin printers like I’m using are extremely accurate (about 0.025mm). Is my idea brilliant, or am I kidding myself thinking this might work? I know you like to experiment with different things, if you’ve access to a resin 3D printer, I’d love to see what results you’re able to achieve with 3D printed part moulding and casting.

[@DINHVANTAM-QTRI]

Wish everyone stay safe. I do sculpture in Vietnam 🇻🇳 😍😍😍😍

[@Qball613]

Love watching your stuff. I feel like resin artists and screen printers are cut from the same cloth. Especially with all the colour mixing work. Cheers 😊

[@RogerGarrett]

Wonderful video. You mention at the very end that "all it needs is the painting". If they're going to be painted after all that work of molding, why not just paint them the light blue color at the end, and forego having to tint the resin? Wouldn't that really speed up the whole process? I would think that spray painting a lot of units all at once would really cut down on the work of making them.

[@RobertTolone]

Yes, that would work as well.

[@AustinChick1000]

That's quite the sprue on that green jiggly man haha - big sprue energy

[@stevesloan6775]

I just subscribed! Awesome delivery. Love how you explain difficulties and show how it’s possible to overcome them. 🇦🇺🤜🏼🤛🏼🍀🍀🍀🤓😎

[@monstermorguetutorials3139]

I like how you work . its my first time on your page. Yo got a instant fan here. Great work!!!

[@jamessinclar6118]

I have watched others that make various figures from molds and always think the same thing. This is my first time to your channel. So, I ask you, why would anyone buy 100+ figures of these? You said you have to figure in your time of sneaking up on the coloring into your cost. I don't want to know the cost, but it must be worth it since you are doing it. Would you tell me about how much gain in percentage? I am fascinated in resin castings and pours. I have learned something new today. I appreciate you taking the time to show this. I'm going back through your library and subscribing.

[@vidaliasoleil2714]

I have a plastic soap dish liner that fits into my chrome soap holder that is original to my 1958 blue tiled bath and shower. One of the original soap dishe liner is lost and the other is cracked. I would like to cast a few new ones! The bottom of the dish is flat and thin, the back is curved and thin, and there are two little channels that fit over knobs that hold it in the chrome soap dish. For me, it is a complicated shape to make a mold for. Any suggestions? It has to be a split mold, but will I be able to split it along the thin side of the dish? Thanks for your great channel.

[@dianeharris2687]

I got rid of most of my jewelry making stuff, but I saved a few favorite pieces. I'll see if I can figure out a potentially fun project for you to tackle. Love watching these!

[@RobertTolone]

It would be fun to do a project together!

[@mlinecomposites1]

What is the best casting urethane resin from smooth-on for making a shoe last? It has to be rigid, no flex and won’t break if I drop it 👍🏽

[@abadonedexplorers]

Totally enjoying these. You are a great teacher

[@RobertTolone]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@FunDumb]

I'd be curious if instead of drilling the holes in the head... you insert lubricated metal rods into your mold. Not having to drill those holes could save some man hours. The 7 or 8 rods in each mold, and pull and twist them out, or just heat the rods with some heat.

[@sherryharvey898]

Hi Robert. Can you list the brand dye you are using ? I love how opaque and vivid the colors are. Just what I'm looking for. Nice size containers also. I was surprised that it wasn't listed below the video. Thanks.

[@RobertTolone]

It is CU pigment from www.silpak.com. It only comes in a few basic colors, red, blue, yellow, black, etc. so you have to mix your custom color from those. There is no online store; call them up to place an order. Last year they were acquired by Polytek, but they still sell the complete line of products listed on the Silpak website. Tell them I sent you, it helps the channel!

[@MorrellPrinting]

Anyone else flinch when he cut that first vent off? Just me?

[@kensmapleleafretirement]

I am sure you answered this question a hundred times and I am sorry for repeating it. What would you recommend I use for rubber mold-making material for a first-timer who lives in Canada. I see many types on Amazon but they all have mixed reviews... I appreciate your calm and friendly demeanor and I have subbed, liked, and rang the bell. I hope to make a couple of Christmas gifts for friends and family using this method. I am actually going to make a lost wax casting in petrosand then pour brass to make the final item. Thank you for being so kind as to share your skills and knowledge with us hobbyists... Be well....

[@RobertTolone]

I am not familiar with any Canadian rubber suppliers. Perhaps one of my Canadian viewers can help answer this question. On American option would be Smooth-On.com. They have distributors in Canada.

[@kensmapleleafretirement]

@@RobertTolone great, I will check them out. Thank you...

[@EddieJohnson25]

If you had the choice of resin 3d printing (assuming multiple machines) or casting as per your video which would you do for this job? and why? Considering the labor on casting vs cleanup with 3d resin, what would be the pros/cons. I guess it would come down to cost per piece. Thanks love the channel and your wealth of knowledge is greatly appreciated, I've watched so many of your videos.

[@RobertTolone]

I would still go with resin casting. But that’s going to change and I think eventually 3-D printing will take over even production work.

[@EddieJohnson25]

@@RobertTolone Thank you sir, appreciate your craft and sharing your knowledge.

[@sni9er]

wonderful to watch such a wealth of casual casting knowledge! love the pressure pot setup, are they custom made the oval hole lids are absolutely genius!!

[@RobertTolone]

I didn’t invent the oval doors. Those are patterned off submarine doors.

[@sni9er]

@@RobertTolone wow that's terrific! I'm so used to seeing pressure pots with over the top wingnuts & lugs, which is a real problem for my dear lady who runs molds with me, this could be a real game changer!

[@marystribling3104]

Hi Robert, I really like your videos! You are very detailed and state everything you are doing and give the reasons why or for it. I haven't attempted to make a silicone mold yet, only worked with mold putty. Would you consider making a video of this item? The dip in the shell is what is the problem for me to figure out what to do. I would really appreciate your help. Well, I don't know how to attach a picture 😕 of my object! Thanks so much!!😊

[@RobertTolone]

You can send me pics of your project to [e-mail].

[@geneclifford8662]

I am very interested in how you built your pressure tanks. looks like a great invention. would you be interested in sharing how it was built. Thanks for your time.

[@RobertTolone]

This is my most frequently asked question so I made a video about it a while ago: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIqyZGRugKuod6M

[@tahsocks]

i just "snuck up" on this channel. classic.

[@RobertTolone]

Glad you like it, thanks!

[@salvagemonster3612]

Nice videos! Thanks

[@desaijaimin1080]

Hello Great work I have one question Silicon mould is work continues in production or it's demaged after some batches ? And this process is work for making 500 pcs of complicated gaming character ?

[@barb.christine9962]

Great videos :-)) must try, regards from Austria

[@edwardrivas7228]

Thanks for the tips, I'll add them to my hobby

[@ArcticFlies56]

Fantastic job and a great setup.

[@RobertTolone]

Thanks Richard!

[@erikduchamp512]

Just discovered your channel. Pretty glad about that.

[@RobertTolone]

Erik Duchamp Hey Erik, somehow I missed this comment from earlier. Thanks for watching!

[@methibosheth]

Thank you for sharing you process. You are inspiring. Have you recorded any of your sculpting process?

[@NMCBKIAWIA]

Hi Robert. I made my first silicone mold for casting a part out of polyurethane resin. After I cast it, I realized that the cast had shrunk more than I need it to. Do you have any tips on how to minimize shrinkage?

[@traceyrahman8279]

Great work .can you make anything from paster of paris Can you make molds from plastercine If so please show us. Thanks for your time and patience

[@RobertTolone]

Sorry Tracey, I missed this comment from earlier. I've never poured plaster into plasticine molds. It would be fun to try it. I like using urethane rubber molds when casting plaster or hydrocal, hydrostone, etc. They are cheaper than silicone molds and last practically forever when casting plasters and cements.

[@elmareao]

This video was really helpfull. I do have a project that I dont know if could work or not. It's not about casting but injection with a small vertical plastic injection machine . But I was wondering about the posibility of using a mold of silicone instead of the tradicional metal. I dont know if you can do something like that but with your level of knowledge in mold making it could be great if you can! Thanks for all your content!

[@RobertTolone]

elmareao Yes, you can use silicon molds with injection casting machines. You will want to build a strong wooden case around the silicone mold to contain it during the injection. Obviously rubber bands are not going to be strong enough to keep the mold closed. Good luck and let me know how it goes.

[@elmareao]

@@RobertTolone Thank you!! Yes, I was thinking in building a metal case to heat it a little so the plastic dont coold down so quickly and get to the end of the mold! Thank you for your tips! Glad to know I'ts not that crazy idea!

[@r0mbag-art]

This is so fascinating, I’ve been watching your videos for the past hour now! Thanks so much for sharing your process. Subscribed, and have a great day.

[@MannEMar]

Sir...you are a genius!! Learned quite a bit in this one 😎👍

[@RobertTolone]

So, so far from a genius but thanks Manny! I’m glad you find my videos useful.

[@charliesilva3475]

I have a quick question how can I make a foam design to resin? Is there a material that I need to cover the foam to create a mold then use the mold to use resin casting? I have a design but a foam is very breakable. I don't know how to make my foam resistance resin heat because the chemicals combine with resin A and B reaction creates heat and it seems that heat will melt the foam so I want to ask how to do it if is possible. Thanks waiting on your response.

[@kontroller1]

I love your videos mr Tolone! I immediately subscribed to your channel! Wish you were my dad so you could have thaught me all these techniques... while instead I am struggling to learn by myself watching super useful tutorials like yours... keep up the amazing work!

[@RobertTolone]

Thanks for watching! Feel free to ask any questions here in the comments. I’ll be happy to help out if I can.

[@lfts2010]

Amazing! Learned a ton, thank u Robert! U are a brilliant man

[@RobertTolone]

Glad you enjoyed it Claude. Thanks!

[@Twincast007]

First time here, GREAT JOB, EXCELLENT INSTRUCTION! THANKS!

[@RobertTolone]

I appreciate your comment - thanks so much for watching!

[@drakeillusion6533]

I am new to resin casting and 3d printing. So far I am interested in resin casting than 3d printing because 3d printing takes to long compared to resin casting. I am trying to buy equipment and materials but I am not sure if I need a wash and cure station. I know that for 3d printing is needed but I am not sure resin casting needs it. Can someone please guide me? Also, do I need a heater ("oven") or heat mat ? All the videos I seen; doesn't mention it but sometimes the KZbin would say "need to put on the oven" or "needs to be cure". So, I am confused.

[@TheKokanut]

It would be interesting to know the quote for such project and all of the finances broken down. Nice video series.

[@RobertTolone]

Because this was a real world job and there are other people involved who may not want their financial information shared I cannot be specific about this project. I got paid $20 each and it was worth my time. My quotes vary depending on the customer. So I alway seek out bigger budget projects. It’s easier to make a living working on Pixar, Star Wars or Nickelodeon projects than it is selling stuff at a crafts fair.

[@manta965]

I don't know if this falls under your expertise but I would love to see a video about making molds for concrete/cement. I really want to make concrete pots for my plants but all the videos I have seen using concrete for pots are single use molds and they sort of turn out ugly. I have see some nice concrete (or concrete like) pots at the store and wonder if I could make something similar.

[@RobertTolone]

If you have pics of what you want to make send them to me at [e-mail].

[@AbitLippy]

I'm looking to cast just a very simple cylinder shape 2"X1/2". Do you think l still need to do individual jagged cuts of the mold or can I just pull them out from the top when they're cured?

[@jimneumann6099]

Subbed! Great fun to watch and learn 😊

[@ASCENDANTGAMERSAGE]

Have you considered using a spectrometer to measure your colors? I'd imagine there's a way you could model exactly how much dye you need for a certain color