#285

#285. WHAT Could THIS MEAN For THE FUTURE Of Mold Making AND Resin Art?!
In todays Resin Art experiment, I try to advance on a previous experiment where I used liquid latex and cornstarch to make a new way of coloring etched designs in our resin.
This time, I wanted to see if we could used this method to make inlays..... I did not expect to create what could be a new type of rubber, and when I say this stuff is strong..... it's seriously strong!
I tried to make an inlay and mold for use with resin but.... well....you will see!
Imagine the possibilities of this stuff for our resin art, I still need to do a lot of testing with this but hit the comments with your ideas and suggestions, we will perfect this!
Is Oyumaru still a better option?! We will see!
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[@daniel..cooper]

Hi all, hope you are all having a lovely weekend, quick Disclaimer...... very important one too, do not try this if you have a latex allergy! Stay safe! ❤x

[@thyxarts9736]

@@daniel..cooper Starch and flower are not the same ingridient. Flower ist just grinded corn. Starch is a special component that is extracted from the corn. This powdery stuff can be used to thicken soups and created syrup for example. Also in the industry it is used as a kind of adhesives for all kind of tissues

[@crackedoutclown]

Use PVA glue as a replacement for the latex. It works almost the same.

[@EnolaEsor]

@ Daniel- I wonder why you haven’t tried putting the starfish in the circle mold, and then put the goop on top of it and allow to dry. Or- put all the goop in the mold, peel it out carefully and then press the star into the goop, while it’s still wet/soft? Just some ideas I thought you might try, if you haven’t already! 😊

[@craftsshack]

Im cufused I not sore what you are trying to achieve here 😢

[@craftsshack]

I put some Vasile in a flat coaster in the needed shape. then I mix the resins then cover the Vasile with resin llet this cure for 12hr then this is a master mold it will need to be poured again with silocne or this stuff you are making but one thing you need to do is add mold release so you will be able to separate the two .

[@crackedoutclown]

They’ve been using this in SFX makeup for a long time, i used to use it to make homemade prosthetics for Halloween. You can also use PVA glue and flour if you can’t get ahold of liquid latex.

[@teariana1]

Especially great for those who have latex allergies. Great idea

[@crackedoutclown]

@@teariana1 PVA glue can be used for a few different techniques in SFX. It’s also really good for making realistic looking abrasion wounds, put a bit on your hand let it dry, rough it up a bit and with a touch of black and red eye makeup some fake blood and you’ve got a yourself a ‘realistic’ looking graze. 😁

[@2degucitas]

You're awesome!

[@crackedoutclown]

@@2degucitas why thank you, but nah I’ve been into horror movies since the late 80’s I’m just old not awesome 😁😂

[@sheilawillis2430]

Thank you! I have many family members allergic to latex.

[@patriciaharkin1571]

Corn starch/corn flour (same thing) is used as a thickener in cooking sauces and as an absorbent in deodorant, the more you put in the latex, the quicker the moisture in the latex will be absorbed, thus making it set, try using less corn flour. As with silicone, let the mold fully dry before use, and because latex is also a glue, the exothermic reaction of any resin will activate the glue and make it soft. Use mold release and let your poured piece cool completely before demolding.

[@amandasaulmon3493]

I was thinking the exact same thing. If it's thinner, could easily be poured as a liquid and get into the finer details. Would take longer to cure, but better results.

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Patricia, will definitely try less next time 😁🥰

[@lorrainea4185]

Corn flour and corn starch are definitely NOT the same thing.

[@patriciaharkin1571]

@@lorrainea4185 They are different in the USA but are the same in Europe, Corn starch is just slightly more refined.

[@crackedoutclown]

@@patriciaharkin1571 no they aren’t the same in Europe, ones made from the starch of the corn by removing the outer casing and the other is made from the entire corn kernel. Just a chef passing through.

Dude!! You are the best kind of crazy and i hope you never change!!!😂🤩😍🥰

[@daniel..cooper]

😁😁😁😂😂😂

[@kpdesignsandarts]

AGREED!! YOURE AWESOME 💞 thank you so much for sharing all your creativity

[@2degucitas]

😅

[@leeocallaghan5161]

Love that you have Clare and Wendy on speed dial

[@daniel..cooper]

😂😂 they may not 😂😂

[@ellemandrews1113]

@@daniel..cooper What did they say?

[@cataliciouz]

Hahahahaha this is amazing!!! ❤

[@liltink8869]

Please never loose your sense of wonder for all things and your sense of experimental curiosity. You my dude are absolutely awesome in wanting to figure out and experiment. To few people are like you.

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks, it's always staying 😁🥰🫂

[@MissChelle]

Some friends & I made this same stuff years and years ago to create fake scars and fake bulletholes for Friday 13th party. Painted a thin layer of the latex on the skin then made the paste and added on top. We even painted it to look real. Thanks for showing it in moulds! So cool 🇦🇺❤️

[@CraftyAllsorts]

Try putting the flat of the starfish on the table and pushing the latex mixture on top of the starfish.

[@daniel..cooper]

💯

[@dawsie]

Hi Danial, I think the minute you start hearing the squeaking is a good indicator that you’re close to your goal. You’re wanting to have at least a 10-15 minute setting time rather than seconds. The heat has cooked the corn flour which has, as you said changed the mixture. Try heating them up after you have created them so that the starch/flour can pre cook before you use it as inlays or moulds.

[@doreenwatson-read]

a ha smart idea!

[@daniel..cooper]

Definitely trying less and a heat mat next time I think 🤔

[@alisonmary1443]

One thing we the community know is you will not let this go, Mr C's developments keep me on my resin toes. An eraser, good stuff. I used to use bread on my homework page if I lost mine 😂💖

[@daniel..cooper]

100% Alison 😁😁 Thank you 😁 😊 🙏

[@Becka.M-D]

@@alisonmary1443 add a drop of colour & you can make coloured erasers. They could come out fully coloured or add towards the end for a marbled look. Add a drop of colour at the start to make a solid colour & add a drop of a different colour or a darker shade of the original colour just before it turns solid to get a solid colour marbled effect when you cut them into slices to make an eraser.

[@Toonpish]

you are full of great Ideas Dan ... I am sure you will figure it all out in time 👍

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Wendy 😁 😊 🫂

[@feederique2274]

Hello, I usually use corn flour with silicon gel for bathroom joints. But I let it rest a few hours with the piece in it. I also use silicone gel for joints that I drop in water + a few drops of dishwashing liquid, then take the silicon out when it's not sticky anymore. Very useful for small pieces 🙏🏻 🙏🏻 🙏🏻 PS : excuse my English I'm French

[@LittleMissStamper]

Much cheaper to do with Silicone Caulking. Can do it with corn starch or a big ole bowl of water with Dawn in it (which is my preferred method)

[@daniel..cooper]

Yes, will be trying this soon 😁😁😁

[@SkitchBean_aka_Christine_E]

This is a fun experiment. I'm going to be of little help. I just use corn starch for making lemon meringue pies. Heating it is what makes it absorb the liquid and creates the gel consistency.

[@janetbristow7431]

Holland &Barrett website provides a definition of cornflour/cornstarch "In the UK we call it cornflour, whereas in the US they call it corn starch. Although, to confuse things, in the US they have something called cornflour which is what you might call cornmeal. To put it simply: UK cornflour = US corn-starch and US cornflour = UK cornmeal."

[@daniel..cooper]

So confusing, everything should just be called the same things 😂

[@ChibiChula]

Easiest solution I can think of for making a mold is probably dusting the silicone mold with cornstarch before putting in the latex and hoping it absorbs the excess moisture. It would work better if you used talc because that stuff definitely absorbs moisture very quickly. It's thirsty stuff. 😂 Even baby powder might work though. 🤷🏻‍♀️ Now it may sound weird but I'm thinking using a thin, breathable fabric might also help you to make molds with this mix. 🤔 For example, you get a square mold, line it with something like speaker fabric or pet mesh might work best (I think) but they're expensive. Maybe a tight weave gauze. Perhaps the best cheap option is an inexpensive pair of nylon tights/stockings. You need to heat seal the edges on stockings so they don't unravel but it could work. Or the fabric from the bags used to create nut milk. A very fine metal mesh sheet might work too for square molds at least. 🤷🏻‍♀️ Anyway, my idea is to add less cornstarch so the latex still flows a tiny bit into the mold with the fine mesh fabric in it so that once the top is firm to the touch you can easily pull on the fabric mesh to remove the latex mold from the silicone mold without distorting it and air would then be able to help set the bottom more quickly. Did that make sense? What I'm not sure of is if the fabric would be able to be pulled off after and reused. Maybe if you use both ideas and dust the fabric with the cornstarch? Who knows? 👀 Have fun experimenting! 😁👍🏼

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks, great tips! Will definitely use less next time and a heat mat I think 😁

[@ChibiChula]

@@daniel..cooper As always, I'm looking forward to seeing the results of your experiments. 😁👍🏼

[@AngelCrafts1999]

Corn flour is a yellow color and that it is used to make corn bread corn starch is white and is used as a thickener in sauces

[@Lenny77199]

@@AngelCrafts1999 corn flour is white where I am from

[@AngelCrafts1999]

@Lenny77199 oh OK sry I live in Alberta Canada and for me who's husband is native the corn flour is yellow and even in the supermarkets out here the white one is sold as corn starch as I use alot of it in gravies and sauces and in making short1bread cookies

[@cristinaeftene3808]

Hy Daniel. I wan’t to tell you:WOW! I like your work! I like what you made’t. It’s gorgeous! For this white your permission I look for your work. I like it.

[@cristinaeftene3808]

You use the différents metodes.

[@Leena79]

I've tried the diy mold silicone you can make with cheap silicone and corn starch, but that was way too messy to be worth the trouble - and the molds were brittle and not that great. This, on the other hand, was fascinating! I googled the words latex, rubber and starch while watching this, and apparently you semi-accidentally stumbled upon how rubber is made using latex (from a rubber tree), a starch and some additives. Apparently this is something studied a lot at the time, because it might be a great natural and biodegrable packaging material or something like that (the abstract of the scientific article I found wasn't quite at my level of understanding on a Sunday evening). There might have been residual water in the rubber, which could have messed up the cuting process of the resin, and it might be that you need to use mold release to stop the rubber mold from from sticking to things. I don't own rubber molds but I know they exist, only with resin, we are pretty fixated on using silicone. One thing this stuff might be great for, if the epoxy trials fail, is to make support molds for bigger objects, so you could get away with less of the expensive silicone.

[@niza310]

This right here.

[@daniel..cooper]

I'm.gonna try less cornstarch next time and use a heat mat to evaporate the moisture, I think that's the best way to experiment next. Thanks so much for the great info 🤩🥰

[@mikkohernborg5291]

For any inlay or mold making, you probably need to use mold release. It seems a porous material, which would explain why it’s so hard to separate. The softening strangeness could be due to it not actually drying, but the ammonia being absorbed into the corn starch, and then released into surrounding material when heated or cooled. Since it’s absorbed so fast, the ammonia is still present, and will probably take even longer to evaporate completely, unless baked or forcibly removed some other way (vacuum?). Corn starch does seem to be a decent scaffolding intermediary between latex molecules, as many of them can probably attach to the same particle. I think the difference between corn flour and starch is that the flour contains the starches and proteins plus other things, while the corn starch contains… well, just the starch.

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks for the great tips 🤩

[@suehamlet8295]

Loving your humor 😄 ❤

[@daniel..cooper]

😊 thank you

[@sandrazeimyte8043]

The scissoring action....😊 I love it!😅

[@daniel..cooper]

😂😂😂

[@kimshoebridge8192]

I think this is great and maybe less corn starch and leave it maybe 24 hours? Not sure but will be great fun trying different ways 😊

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Kim, yes, will definitely try that way, I'm just not sure it will set underneath, I may have to try a thin coat 1st and then fill. Definitely worth trying 🥰

[@kimshoebridge8192]

@daniel..cooper totally agree

[@TheDlsarmywife]

I was thinking the same thing. Stop at the point right before it firms up. No it won't be instant, but you might get a better end result. And if you can find the liquid latex on clearance after Halloween, even better! 😉

[@sharronmcbride7656]

Hi I’ve used latex but thickened it with a proper latex thickener , which seems an easier option, I think it’s the cornstarch that is causing the problem. Keep trying I love to see your ideas. Sharron

[@daniel..cooper]

Oooh, I have some silicone thickener, may be similar, it's like a fibre, I will try soon 😁🙏

[@ChristineARose]

Be aware, natural laytex rubber, will break down in uv light. Corn starch absorbs moisture pretty fast, so the rubber solids set quickly. Silicone caulk will do the same, but the molding putty you can make will set in like 10 to 20 minutes, depending g on how much corn starch you mix in. Home haunters and prop makers use these diy tricks when we need quick lol.

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks for the tip! 😁🥰

[@edithallen7989]

Hi Daniel, you just keep pushing the boundaries!! Don't stop, though we can all see how much fun and pleasure you get out of it. Corn flour 🌽 and corn starch are one and the same thing. If you sieve your corn 🌽 flour first, sit's not going to be as clumpy. ❤❤

[@jritchie777]

Latex has been used with corn products before, it has unusual binding properties when mixed with Latex. From Wikipedia about a child's toy from years ago. Stretch Armstrong is made of latex rubber filled with a proprietary gelled substance similar to corn syrup. Good experiment.

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you 😁

[@sugargmum4517]

A very interesting experiment Daniel 👍 I will look forward to seeing how you get along with this project 👍

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you 😁

[@resincreations]

Great sharing Daniel!! This is going to be a great quick way to make inlays/molds. Thank you for experimenting and sharing your ideas with us. ❤

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you 😁

[@katrinthorsdottir7514]

Wow Daniel! That’s incredible! It’s amazing how strong it is. Oh, sympathies about it softening. Still a very interesting experiment. ❤

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Katrin 😁 😊

[@teaandart]

This look really interesting Daniel. Sadly latex on its own take a little while to dry but I have been recommended to use a thickening agent. Corn flour is very very versatile for making clay bases. Thank you for your kindness always 😊😊

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Shalina 😁 😊 🫂

[@shhhon]

I may be missed somethings you try but Less corn starch might give you a longer set time? Also, quickly ball it up, and press down onto the piece you want to mold instead of in a silicone mold per se… like those two part putty for mold making… you can use a cookie cutter with parchment around the inside edge, then place the resin piece or whatever you wish to make a mold of, then mix a blob of this stuff and press down on the piece letting the cookie cutter make nice edges, then the parchment paper allows you to remove the putty and then remove the parchmen5 paper so it gets air to help it set

[@janicepage2257]

I have decided to rename you as The Mad Resin Scientist because you come out with different experiments for resin. Thank you, Daniel

[@chrislynch1011]

I think you've helped me solve my problem! I've used gelatin to make casting molds, because of the epoxy resin i use, using water turned the resin white. I find making the gelatin with dish soap worked perfectly. Tonight I grabbed some leftover soap gelatin, reheated it and threw in some cornflour and a drizzle of oil (olive, but a mineral oil or even moisturiser would work too i guess) mixed it up nice and thick like a putty. And now it's drying. It picked up great detail, like the lines on my hand. 🤞🏻 It works for the hot air balloon mold i want to make. THANK YOU

[@daniel..cooper]

Yay!!! 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@theolderwomansviewagematte2218]

Hi Daniel, I love your channel and with this latest creation you gave me an idea for DIY. I have mixed some of this and actually used this as putty to put together a few small bit of glass to make a mini greenhouse, and IT WORKS! Now to see how long it lasts outside. The birds don't like it so that's a bonus. I think outside the box but you have given me that inspiration, thank you

[@daniel..cooper]

🥰🥰🥰

[@jeanettewestgarth8271]

It's amazing watching you work things through xx

[@henkvanderwath4405]

I really enjoyed the video and the concept! It would be wonderful to see a focus on finding the optimal ratios for curing time, mold appearance, and ease of use. I'm curious about using PVA glue and cornstarch in the latex and cornstarch molds instead of resin. I'm looking forward to the next video! Also, figuring out the best mold release may require some experimentation.

[@2degucitas]

I Love you,Daniel. You are a member of my freaky tribe.❤ This is how tires were made, adding charcoal powder and heating it. The Aztecs\Mayans made shoes with it before white folks showed up. There word for it was "Caoutec" , where Latex was borrowed. The french call it "caouchot", borrowed again. Edit: try covering the cup as you stir. You slow evaporation of the ammonia that way. You might get a longer stir time. Try sifting the flour first.smoother result. Try cornflour.

[@anneoneill4026]

Hi Daniel you could try slicing it while it’s in the mold then you wouldn’t need to cut it once you take it out

[@lorimontcalm9086]

Roll the liquid latex cornstarch mixture into a ball quickly then place the shell onto the ball and flatten it with the palm of your hand. After a while, flip it over to let the underside cure. Remove the shell and let the mold sit for 24 hrs. Try with epoxy. Just a thought. Also weight your latex and use actual measuring spoons so you can get the right ratio. Again, just a thought. I'm not sure, but I think cornstarch and corn flour are the same thing. Thanks for another great experiment Daniel. Hugs from 🇨🇦

[@daniel..cooper]

Perfect tips Lori, thank you 😊 🙏 🫂

[@Jellybean_Craftz]

That was amazing 🤩 and funny 🤣 Patrick. Maybe a thin layer of silicone release?

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Mary, I may try that soon 🥰

[@anneoneill4026]

Hi Daniel try slicing the latex while it’s in the mold before you remove it

[@liadubruyn5285]

I am waiting and 👀.. Look forward to the next video to see how this turns out.❤❤❤❤

[@gerripeter484]

You should’ve been a science teacher your experiments are epic. This would be cool to make molds in the future

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Gerri 😊 🫂

[@Spiceyspiney]

I have used liquid latex mixed with regular baking flour for many years as a sculpting medium for Halloween prop making, for corpsing my home made zombie props, to create my own face prosthetics or even making lunar crater models. It's such a versatile medium but I had never thought of using it for mould making!

[@daniel..cooper]

🤩🤩🤩

[@fairyspunfibers9098]

Yes, corn flour and corn starch are the same thing! I have nooo idea what the science is behind that insanely short set time...wish I did! Another wacky, totally cool experiment, Dan! 😊💕 Dan, use a lot less starch next time so that the latex is still pourable, then pour it over what you want to mold. It will take a lot longer to cure/dry/vulcanize...whatever it does!...but it should make a great mold. Wonder if it would make a shiny mold, or only matte? Also, would epoxy work better than poly? Use mold release, too! GREAT experiment, Dan! There's no such thing as failure! 😊👍💕

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you, yes, definitely using less next time 😁😂

[@cataliciouz]

RIP sausage silicone thingy 🌭✂️ 😹🤪 love your channel along with tea and art, claires crafty corner and artist till death. You all inspired me to work w resin in the past few years 🤗💜

[@daniel..cooper]

😂😂🥰🥰🥰

[@LisaVornhagen]

Another totally cool experiment! Guess you'll never have to buy erasers again! Lol! Many possibilities with this. Can't wait to see what's next!

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Lisa 😁 😊 🫂

[@MichelePTL]

latex is great for blocking resin on edges or putting over emblems peel off clean 🥰

[@budgetmerch]

When I was a kid we often used bread as erasers! Maybe add a little bit of PVA glue before you add the corn starch? Dunno...

[@daniel..cooper]

Worth a try 😁

[@barbarameriton4818]

You made a Patrick 😂 & an eraser. I’m sure it won’t be the last we hear of this discovery! Thanks Daniel ❤

[@daniel..cooper]

😂😂😂🥰

[@Angel54ist]

Hi Daniel, years ago I made a mold out of cornstash and sliliconencaulk, thats works perfect and stinks a little less then the latex

[@joyousjoy4ever]

😂 I love these videos! 😂🙌☺️💕 very cool always!

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you 😁 😊

[@susanmorford4208]

Maybe if you left the liquid latex a little more liquid and poured it into the mold, it would set up smoother. May take more time but you could have a better product. 🤷‍♀️💕

[@miguelvieira3687]

Could you try using a little bit less than what it needs to start setting almost instantly, and see how long it takes to set if you pour or squeeze it somewhere? I'm curious!!

[@CatrinaMaddern]

For making a mold maybe put the item (eg starfish) upright on the silicon mold you did it in and push the latex mixture on top?

[@daniel..cooper]

100% 🤩

[@MonicaB180]

Hi Daniel as always an exceptional experiment, where would we be without you!! I had a thought you said metal may help well just an idea but would a metal egg ring used for poaching eggs be good? Maybe on your silicone mat, or a tile?? To sit it on. I really want this to work as much as you do as i am very excited about the potential it has. Looking forward to you hopefully showing us how, i know you never give in, me either. 😊

[@daniel..cooper]

Great suggestion!🤩

[@littlesparrowwitch]

Daniel 'a Wing and a Prayer' Cooper strikes again! What if instead of a silicone mould to put the 'putty' in, you use a small cookie cutter or open bezel that can then rest on its side allowing the air to reach both sides?

[@daniel..cooper]

Yes, definitely an option, I definitely need to slow it down a bit more first I think 😁🥰

[@joburrows9210]

An eraser??? 😂😂😂 Thanks for the experiment and the laugh!❤

[@daniel..cooper]

😂😂😂

[@WendyBurtenshaw-yl2hs]

Hi Dan keep on going, i'm sure that you will smash this experiment. 😊❤

[@TheBabz]

Corn flower / corn starch is used in cooking. If there’s too much salt in vegetables, curry etc a spare potato will suck up the salt… toss it away. A bit like.. .. cornstarch … We used it in sources, as a thickening agent Also to thicken gravy Thicken soup like lentil or (dry) pea soup Thicken curry source, In batter mix Can use a little with plain flour for meat pie pastry or pie crust top. Its purpose used to be, to absorb excess fluid, & to thicken sauces, broth, cheap soup, or add a bit of lightness to cheap pastry. (Over refined flour now)

[@ComingWithTheClouds]

I use a liquid latex as a masking fluid for watercolour paper. A thin layer can take about an hour to dry. The volume you're using may need 24 or 48 hours to dry.

[@daniel..cooper]

I wonder is a heat mat would speed things up 🤔

[@ComingWithTheClouds]

I know you shouldn't heat it on watercolour paper as it can bond to the paper and it can't be removed. For your purposes - there's only one way to find out! Good luck! :)

[@TR-rz1xt]

Exactly as you said it, I was thinking "that chicken needs to eat more corn" 🤣🤣🤣

[@daniel..cooper]

😂😂

[@carinkucy5109]

I love the way you're always coming up with new ideas. Thank you Sir, always a pleasure to learn from you. Hugs ❤

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you 😁

[@shannonedrie8193]

This is a great discovery!! So excited 🎉

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you 😁 😊

[@CensorshipIsOpression]

You found out how to make latex paste! This is what people sometimes do to create fake wounds, body parts and other types of sfx make-up! Some people use baby powder for a smoother texture when they create prosthetics. Just be very careful if anyone knows someone allergic to latex, because with the added cornstarch, it can actually become airborne a lot easier than usual, it's something to remember.

[@daniel..cooper]

Yes but none have had theirs set like this that I could see 🙈

[@michelle_resinrebel]

Hey Daniel another great video thanks for sharing ❤ xx

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Michelle 😁 😊

[@suewarnes9469]

I do like the way you keep your sense of humour and don’t give up! 👍☺️ I would have drop kicked it out of the door!😂

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Sue 😁

[@journeyhome98]

Daniel, I think if you put one less scoop of the cornstarch in there you could still have a quick cure time, but maybe it would make it a little more malleable.

[@daniel..cooper]

💯

[@janette1694]

Yes cornflour/ cornstarch are the same- used to thicken/ make sauces etc.

[@daniel..cooper]

🥰🥰🥰

[@Becka.M-D]

If you have something flat that you want to make into an inlay, you could brush thin layers on liquid resin & gently allow to dry with a hair dryer on the lowest power & heat settings to avoid creating bubbles. 💡 Or a heat mat if you have one. Or… Make a weaker version of the mixture to create moulds & brush on layers using the hairdryer or heat mat. You could get away with less layers possibly compared to neat liquid latex.

[@daniel..cooper]

Will definitely try a weaker mix next 😁😁

[@samanthabaker2777]

Hi Daniel I could be totally wrong but this reminds me of a method I’ve used to make moods which is with tubed silicone and cornflour you know the sort you use to seal around a bath it’s done by eye and you have a little longer to play with it and you can add paint to colour it kind regards sammie 😊

[@daniel..cooper]

Yes, I'm totally trying this at some point 😁

[@feederique2274]

To release the silicon mold from the hard piece, just use soapy water 💦

[@heatherhunt6305]

Hello, just recently found your channel, went and watched all your videos from the start (all the way, no skipping lol). You are great and a flat-out genius. Thank you for sharing your amazing thoughts! PU gets extremely hot while curing, maybe epoxy will be better as it doesn't get as hot

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Heather 😁 Yes, will try again soon with epoxy 🥰

[@lisaburnham7151]

Another fun experiment. It's so close to working. At least you have a lot of erasers 😂. I was thinking, maybe you could try kneading it on a piece of parchment paper with extra corn starch on the paper. When it's at about the right stage put a quick frame around it and push in whatever you're molding. Sit it on a baker's rack so it can dry from underneath. As thick as it gets, you might not even need a frame to hold it in as long as it's thick enough for what you're molding. Not sure if that makes sense 😂. 😍

[@daniel..cooper]

100% Lisa 🤩🤩🤩

[@lesleyhenshaw2878]

Hi Daniel, thank you for your experimentation, you’re opening up so many possibilities for us all. I hope you’re having a wonderful weekend to. X❤️

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Lesley 😁 😊 🫂

[@jenniferkelley3777]

Corn flour is yellow and used to make pastries, corn starch is a straight starch used for thickening.

[@daniel..cooper]

@jenniferkelley3777 yes, this was cornstarch, just checked 🥰

[@cynthiaswain4070]

Do you ever sleep? Lol. Your mind must be in hyper drive. I truly can't wait to see if you are able to perfect this. Also wondering if Wendy or Claire will run with this too. So much fun to watch.

[@Becka.M-D]

Have you considered putting an item into the back so that you can pull it out? You could use 1-2mm wire & cut a strip off that you can you can bend in half & fold the ends in half to create a T shape to maybe make it stronger. Have it ready before you start making the mixture. Maybe you could dip the flat of the T into the mixture to create a thin layer which might help it to stay stuck in there. As you start to push the mixture into a mould, push in the T at the same time. Allow it to fully harden.

[@Becka.M-D]

You could also make an H shape. Cut a length of wire, not too short but definitely not too long or it would just bend. Fold the wire almost in half. Don’t pinch the folded end together but make a soft crease so that you know where the centre is. Hold the wire together in your hand making sure there is enough wire for you to squash down to create a T shape with enough wire either side to cover over each finger width or comfortable enough for you to grip & pull when you use it in the mould. But don’t pull on it just yet. Bend the ends of the wire out to finish creating the H shape. Using some tape & wrap around the stem of the wire & around the “pull handle”. You could cross wrap the top to make it a bit stronger. I apologise for it to be so long but words fall out of my brain as I sleep 🤦🏼‍♀️🫠

[@daniel..cooper]

It would definitely help Becka 🤩🤩🤩

[@doreenwatson-read]

I know when I have used it (not with the powder), the instructions specify not to work on paper as this seeps out the moisture. So perhaps you could use that fact to your advantage and stand your makes on paper to help rid the piece of more of the moisture

[@daniel..cooper]

Good tip, thank you Doree 😊

[@cmkenterprise]

Having years of experience with making 1000's of latex molds/polyester backing (statue factory), latex will not work to make molds using resin, it is not heat resistant, that's why molds are made of silicone, now I made ornaments with plaster and concrete statues and sometimes fast curing cement which get hot but was wearing on the latex mold. Latex will deteriorate in UV.

[@tammytoth5874]

HOW AMAZING IS THAT 😮😮😮😮😮 Can’t wait for the updated video 😊😊😊 as always BRILLIANT ❤❤❤❤

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Tammy 😁 😊 Will try again soon 🥰🫂

[@melissacochran5279]

Another interesting experiment Daniel ! I wish I had some liquid latex to play with my cornstarch ! 😁 You might not have conjured the instant use mold but maybe the most economical and that is a big deal in today’s economy !

[@daniel..cooper]

🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@jacquiw804]

😂😂 Do enjoy your experiments Daniel.... Don't think I've ever excavated a starfish on a Sunday evening before 😂. Great vid... Thanks Professor ❤

[@daniel..cooper]

😂😂😂

[@aicirtkciub9167]

Cool experiment

[@CasperSallee]

18:56 maybe if you but the item in the mold first and then push the latex over the top of it?

[@clairelucy5667]

For the mold maybe a consistency with less cornstarch a bit more liquid so not such a putty but thicker than on the tree coaster and then press the piece in

[@daniel..cooper]

Definitely next time 😁

[@ladylea7614]

Best part hands-down is when you say “at least we created an eraser”. You’re just too darn funny love the channel watch it every time I can, if not to watch it for the resin and the crafting I get the bonus humor. ❤

[@joannamazur2117]

What about putting the starfish into the silicone mold and then pushing in the paste sort of like you did for the inlay...basically have the starfish on the bottom instead of pushing it into the paste from the top...

[@daniel..cooper]

Will definitely try next time 😁

[@maddieadams75]

Very nice experiments. Thanks for sharing ❤

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Maddie 😁 😊

[@kosten82]

Try sprinkling a little cornstarch in the mold before you put the latex and cornstarch in

[@caeleehall9728]

I've tried to make molds with clear silicone caulking, but it took SO LONG to dry. It's been difficult to try and remove the buttons from the silicone. Now I'm thinking I could try it after spraying them with hairspray! I bet that would help it release better. Now i gotta find the silicone 😂

[@daniel..cooper]

Ooooh! Yes, hairspray should work! 🤩

[@hollylowery26]

I was not expecting an eraser! However you may have just made thousands of teachers very happy. 😊 They can now create erasers in a matter of minutes! 😆 🤣 😂 😹

[@daniel..cooper]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@kathrynseaman6482]

Cool experiment. When I've used cornstarch as a thickener in gravy, it will stay watery until it just thickens, quite unpredictable in timing, but I was cooking. If done correctly you can make stage blood that is liquid, then it's not! Goth teen daughter, also if you want black nails give them a coat of red first, again goth kid! LOL

[@daniel..cooper]

Thank you 😁 😊

[@sonflowergems]

While you were struggling with the first attempt, I looked up how to make a face appliance for makeup. This is the usual use for liquid latex. There were a few but required other specific products. You can mix other things into it to make it thicken besides corn starch. Give one of those a go?

[@TaraBodhi1]

Could oxidisation rather than evaporation be the reason it may be setting so fast? Maybe covering the top with cling wrap and see if it slows the setting process down until you are ready???? Just a suggestion

[@daniel..cooper]

Good thinking! 🧐

[@mariverhagen8082]

Could it be rolled out thin before pressing into the mold? Thanks for sharing your journey and giving us a glimpse of thought processes. AMAZING ❤❤❤

[@daniel..cooper]

Possibly but it all happens so fast 😂

[@BrittanyLinak]

Maybe before you try pouring resin into the mold you could try drying it with a heat gun or hairdryer to see if it will set it more so it will stand up stronger to the Resin

[@KerryMelfi]

My suggestion would be: Patience, Grasshopper, patience. (An old Kung Fu (television show) reference; I don't know how well that'll translate across the pond.) If you wait an hour or so for it to fully cure, dry, whatever, it's still better than waiting days, right? But don't let me tell you what to do. You do you, and you're doing fine at that :)

[@AndyHullMcPenguin]

To stiffen up the latex, stick the whole thing in the freezer for 30 mins before you try to de-mould it.

[@daniel..cooper]

Great tip! 🤩

[@lizblameuser7552]

FYI….I did check and corn starch and corn flour ARE different products when used in baking, but for this purpose either one will work…😊

[@daniel..cooper]

Thanks Liz 😁 😊 🫂 this one is cornstarch, yes, probably would be the same 🥰

[@kdscraftcorner]

​@daniel..cooper It depends on what country you are in. In the US cornstarch is the same thing as UK cornflour (used as a thickener). It's made from the endosperm/startch of the corn kernel. But in the US we also have corn flour (with a space) which from what I understand is Maize Flour in the UK. It's used in baking and is very finely ground whole corn. Then in the US we also have cornmeal which comes in fine, medium, and coarse. It's similar to Maize Flour except not as fine. We use it to make cornbread, bread fish, vegetables for frying, etc. I think the closest thing to our cornmeal that you have is Polenta. Which is similar to coarse cornmeal except that it's made with a specific type of corn.