How to make your own stones to paint.

In this video I show you how I make my handmade stones to paint on. If you have any questions feel free to ask!
The company I buy my molds from is Happy Dotting Company Mold. Use the code DelicateDots for a discount. etsy.me/2gRjh8X
Happy Dotting Company’s (HDC) recommended measurements for Ultracal and then what I use.
Also important to note that HDC’s recommendation is also based on what Ultracal recommends.
Mold 1 tall round mold.
8.3oz Ultracal 3.2 water (HDC)
9 oz Ultracal 3 oz water (what I use)
Mold 2 Large Flat (now the medium flat)
8.8 oz Ultracal 3.35 water (HDC)
9 oz Ultracal 3 oz water (what I use)
Mold 3 small flat
4.4 oz Ultracal 1.65 water (HDC)
5 oz Ultracal 1.5 water (what I use)
Heart mold
8 oz Ultracal. 3 water (I use the same, but I always make my hearts with other stones)
Small and large oval
9.7 powder 3.66 water (HDC)
10 powder 3 water (I use)
I also adjust the mixture on occasion at the end. If it looks way too thin I will add some more Ultracal. If it is too thick I will add just a touch of water. If you are not having any issues with your stones where you live I would recommend leaving it alone. I really think humidity plays a roll in why I needed to increase the Ultracal and decrease the water. Before I adjusted the amounts and I was using the recommended amounts, I found the bottom of my stones to be weak. They could be easily scratched and gouged with my finger nail. During drop test they chipped really bad and the bottoms could even shatter off. After adjusting the mixture I no longer had either of these issues. If you are experiencing similar issues then I would definitely try increasing the powder and decreasing the water. I have not heard of a lot of people having the issues I was having with the recommend amounts, so I have come to the conclusion that my climate was playing a role in my results. So don’t be afraid to adjust it a little if needed. It worked for me.
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Feel free to ask any questions you may have.

[@meadowsz5390]

Could you add this and the smoothing natural stones tutorial to your tutorial playlist and your beginner tutorials playlist?

[@Jodysfunstuff]

Hi, I can’t get the Ultracal 30 here in BC so I use Cement-All which is stronger. No worries about breaking or outdoor environment. Super smooth shiny result too. You should give it a try. Save $$.

[@mycreativeheart4159]

Thank you Jody! I'll keep this in mind when I start Dot painting.... my new craft for 2023! Where do you get your silicon molds? I love to purchase in person... have you found any at Michael's? What do you use as a sealer? Thanks for the help! Hugs form the Okanagan 💞

[@dogmommy4]

Planning on making some "rocks" Monday, so your video hit my desk right on time! Thanks a bunch!!!

[@DelicateDotsAndrea]

So happy to hear!

[@justine9980]

I bought some Ultracal today. Really excited to use my stone mold, This is all new to me so thank you for the video on how to mix it. I will follow this when I get my products!

[@DelicateDotsAndrea]

Glad it was helpful!

[@vipero00]

I wonder if the vibrations from an old electric toothbrush would be good for releasing bubbles? Then again maybe a personal massager would be a good alternative. Norm Retired Engineer

[@sarahwoolford3628]

Great informative video, thank you🙏

[@DelicateDotsAndrea]

Thank you

[@cakr2004]

Keep doing what you’re doing good job

[@DelicateDotsAndrea]

Thank you!

[@dee3595]

Thank you Andrea!

[@DelicateDotsAndrea]

Anytime

[@LeisureSpace]

Thanks for the detailed video👏👏👏👏

[@DelicateDotsAndrea]

Anytime! More to come!

[@kristenfollmar1466]

How long do you let them set up before you do a base coat and what kind of paint do you use for the base coat? How many base coats do you use? Thank you

[@andreaconfalone908]

How do you clean your mixing container? Do you use a spray first?

[@aparnamitra1287]

Can I use a tooth pick to remove the air bubbles instead of paper?

[@inekev.d.heijden3393]

Try to run a lighter over the surface. I use one to light the barbecue 😃

[@lanieburkeholder8331]

Your music is interfering with my ability to hear what you are saying. I had to stop listening. Could you lower the volume or maybe delete the music? Thank you, Lanie