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[@true81188]

Lightly dusting your molds with cornstarch before adding clay helps with removal. Also, tip the mold upside down when removing clay. If all else fails, let the clay dry in the mold so it has time to shrink and makes removal much easier.

[@paulieabeles2149]

I was wondering why everyone tries to take it out wet …if maybe there was some reason you can’t get it out or something?-cuz it seems obvious that letting it dry would be easier 🤔

[@kilodeltawhisky1504]

@@paulieabeles2149 flat dried pieces will not work well on curved surfaces like round ornaments. Plus even on flat surfaces, one may want to curve the molded piece, say from a straight line to a half circle...

[@amandajones6481]

​@@paulieabeles2149Hi, I use air dry clay quite often, and I get the best results by rubbing cornflour (or corn starch) into the mould first before pushing in the clay. The cornflour makes it easy to remove the clay mouldings from the moulds, and it's best to remove the clay while it's wet, not dry, because then you can apply your clay moulding to any surface, even if it's slightly uneven. Whereas, if you wait for the clay to dry, it's harder to remove it from the mould and, unless it's completely flat on the top, it's impossible to glue it down onto your surface without gaps appearing. I hope this helps you with your craft projects. ❤

[@carolynoconnor8567]

I want to give a tip that I have just discovered on getting molded pieces to easily come out intact. I was ready to give up b/c the tiny pieces were not coming out or breaking off. I realized that the molds are heatproof and initially tried putting a batch in my toaster oven @ 300 for 30 minutes. They dropped out perfectly and they were still pliable enough to fit on a curved surface. I then did another batch @250 for 30 minutes and that came out easily but was a bit easier to apply on a curved surface. Hope this helps.

[@IvetaZiedina]

Wow! Thank you so much for that tip, I’ll have to give it a try! ❤️❤️❤️

[@PinkSwan146]

OMG ..... thank you ❗️❗️❗️I’ve been struggling since yesterday trying to get smaller intricate pieces out for a jewelry box I’m making for my granddaughter and am running out of time ....will try this 🤗🤗🤗

[@Georgiasomar]

😳😳😳😳OMG!!! I am trying this TOMORROW!!! I have a mold that I have NEVER been able to get out intact!!!!!

[@lzrd8460]

Are you using F. Or C. In your instructions for putting the mould in the oven? I live in Europe and we use on C. So this is why I ask.

[@carolynoconnor8567]

@@lzrd8460 Fahrenheit.

[@smc9060]

I’ve said this before, but you are a good teacher and pleasant to listen to. You are also an artist with your moulds. I have a new appreciation for what is involved with using them!

[@Tami24945]

If you dust your mould with corn starch it will release easier. Also if you are having a terrible time getting it out put in freezer and it will POP OUT!

[@kilodeltawhisky1504]

I love this tip... And hopefully will love it more after trying it. 😘🥰

[@amandajones6481]

Yes, that's a great tip, especially because it's a lot safer to put your expensive silicone molds in the freezer than in the oven (which is something I would never want to do 😅!!) I don't know how much silicone molds cost where you are, but here in Melbourne, Australia, the Prima molds are $37 - $50, the IOD molds are $42 and the La Blanche molds all cost $45 each.

[@junerobbins6871]

I've seen many crafters use corn starch in the mould before putting the clay into the mould. It makes the piece come out better

[@retired3948]

You have been more helpful than any other tutorial I have seen. Thank you.

[@lyndagibson5422]

You can use corn starch in the mold to make it come out easier! Love all your videos💖

[@lesliek.howard572]

That's what I was thinking. I think mold release might work as well. I was also wondering if cornstarch would help take away the tackiness as well? I ordered my clay before viewing this video. Can't wait to get started.

[@mimsywhimsy1275]

If I am going to leave the molded shape white I dust the inside of the mold with pearlized white pigment powder before I put the clay in. It helps me remove the shape and it dries a beautiful pearl white.. LOVE!

[@JanetRoop]

@@lesliek.howard572😅😊😅😅😅i

[@jillmulholland8855]

I always lightly spray my moulds with cooking spray. A little fiddly pushing the clay into the mould but no problem getting all the wee bits out.love you create 🤗

[@IvetaZiedina]

Oo that’s a good suggestion! Thank you!

[@PinkSwan146]

Does the oil affect the drying time ?

[@lzrd8460]

I’ve watched several videos that came from India. The two women both used oil in their moulds as well oiling the surface before rolling the clay out. They both popped right out but as I recall, these ladies were filling the moulds with hot glue.

[@nicolepsy]

Hand lotion works too!

[@Karie419]

I’m glad you did this video. I’ve been thinking about trying mounds and air drying clay in my crafting. Your video was very helpful. Thank you.

[@alisonmary1443]

Really helpful, so many new clays available and I only have and know good ol' faithful Das. Love the baubles. Thank you.

[@anicatt100]

Another youtuber (mixed media arts and crafts) found that popping the clay-filled mould in the freezer for about 40mins makes it easy to remove, especially ones with intricate detail. It works! And it defrosts quickly so you can then manipulate/bend if needed 👍

[@emilychavez2100]

This is the best info I have found on working with clay for decoupage! Thank you!,

[@susanlindadalton1287]

Great and informative video. I have just started using DAS and very happy with it. I put some cornflour in my mould and the clay would not stay in, I did watch a video from someone who says not to put it in as it drys the clay. Now I have no problem getting the clay our. Thanks also for tip on the glues to use, that has been one massive problem for me.

[@terriestapley5475]

First time to your channel, I loved this tutorial! I’ve never worked with Clay, I’m definitely going to try it now, it looks like so much fun!!! Thank you❣️

[@Bramble1976]

So helpful!! I had a problem today with trying to remove clay from molds...I got so pissed off I yelled at it and threw a wee adult tantrum 🤣

[@staceyconnick3122]

First time I have watched your tutorial and it has been very helpful. Thank you for sharing.

[@Midlife_Manical_Mayhem]

thanks for sharing this video. i tried my first time with "clay" the other day in some new molds. i could only find the air dry kind in the kids section at walmart (US). i didn't know i was supposed to pull them out when molded and left them to dry in the mold. every one of them cracked and broke. i can see i obviously need a better quality clay. i'll have to see if i can order from hobby lobby or michaels (our biggest craft stores) without shipping being too much since everything is closed. i enjoy your videos.

[@carolhalpin481]

Oh my goodness....this has saved my sanity! After buying supplies I now have an idea how to use them. I do wonder why you would put glue into the mold...what the purpose would be? Also, would you somehow glue/adhere these pieces to outside pottery. Thankyou so very much for your video.

[@sylcarroll6549]

Thank you! My first try with molds and clay, it was so sticky, now I know how to fix it. 😊

[@amandajones6481]

I love, love, love your videos. You're a great teacher and you have a nice voice for us to listen to. Thanks Iveta, love from Amanda in Australia. P.S. In Australia we say 'Polly filla' but I think it's called 'Spackle' in the U.S.

[@IvetaZiedina]

Hi Amanda! thank you for your kind words!

[@reneetownsend3911]

thrilled again to find you! Air dry clay VS polymer clay & uv dryer- No way was going to buy more supplies while I am packing to move & getting rid of unused items! Swore not to take only what I needed/wanted/but if this is similar enough to the polymer clay choices here! Thanks so much!😊👩‍🎨🎨🎨🎨

[@lzrd8460]

With shallow moulds I prefer to use caulking. I find it much easier than clay. And with that tacky blue clay, put on any hand cream on your hands before kneading the clay. It will help a lot.

[@kilodeltawhisky1504]

I'll give this a try too! Thank you!

[@lynnjones6386]

I'm just getting ready to try clay in molds, and this has been so helpful to me. More than any other video I've watched. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@stacyjacobson9828]

I found useing a release agent when removing is best . I actually found a wsy to cut pretty detailed designs myself then made my own silicone rubber and theeeen make my own air dry clay / porcalyn . Amazing results and so fun!

[@lindaolejniczak1317]

So glad I found your channel on KZbin. I've been wanting to work with molds and had no clue where to start. You help to guide me to what I need to do. Thank you so much. You have a new subscriber in me!

[@IvetaZiedina]

Thank you! And welcome to the crafty family! ❤️👩🏻‍🎨

[@mattieb7348]

This video is a great help. Thank you! Your Christmas baubles are gorgeous!

[@annmerseal5016]

TYFS - so very helpful! Thank you Iveta please stay safe 😷.

[@filliwmaritsa6936]

Hello from Greece. I love your works and I propose to you to try the clay -do and creal- in my oponion when you try this you left away das clay 😘

[@buckiannscreations9089]

Thank you very much.. I'll be using DAS in molds for the 1st time right now. 😊

[@amandaliddell3530]

Thankyou a very useful video as I wanted to start adding moulds to my projects x

[@karenbaldry8096]

Thankyou for taking the time to do this tutorial, it’s been really helpful 👍🏻❤️

[@scottishthistle56]

Thank you for all your tips!!! I'm just learning and this really helped!

[@lindacooper5655]

Have been doing decoupage for several months now and decided I wanted to try embellishments with clay too, made a complete mess🤦🏻‍♀️ this video is so helpful now I know what I did wrong. 😊

[@junerobbins6871]

These are awesome. I love all of them. I haven used clay a lot, but the times I have have turned out good.

[@joannrapp137]

Thank you so much. I have learned a lot. Now I feel ready to try and use rhem.

[@graziacaniglia6874]

New subscriber here!!! Love this clip it's very useful for a beginner, thanks. Where did you get your moulds from please?

[@ChicagoDreamer5]

Thanks for the information, very informative video.

[@debradeanne74]

Thanks for going through this instructional video. I was just about to use my air dry clay for the first time...Toodles...deb

[@IvetaZiedina]

❤️❤️❤️

[@louiselill1528]

Excellent advice, thank you

[@pennydouphinett4545]

Wonderful video, thank you. I really want to try molds. I didn't realize you took clay out still wet. You let it dry completely before using on a project though?

[@IvetaZiedina]

I glue it on while still wet, then let dry out completely before painting ☺️

[@sharonrussell7350]

Just the info I needed! Thank you so much. Very helpful!

[@cassfonnesbeck8057]

I wish I had seen this video before I started trying to make molds. I bought some from Walmart, it was sooo sticky and stuck in the mold. I tossed it out and bought the iod clay which works perfectly. Now I see I was a bit hasty!

[@belle26bunnydancingtopunkm36]

Hi, I'm new to your channel. You are a wonderful teacher. I'm so thrilled to have found you. Your videos are well done. I've seen other crafters dusting their molds with corn starch or baking soda. Just wondering if you've tried using either one of those to help the clay release from the molds?

[@IvetaZiedina]

Thank you so much for your kind words! ❤️ I haven’t tried baking soda or cornstarch but I imagine the effect is going to be similar to talcum powder ☺️

[@desmondehoppie4758]

Wonderful. Thank You for taking the time to make this video

[@sandraadsett1965]

Thank you. So very helpful! I'm a newbie with clay. 😀

[@kittypeddicord8640]

Molds with small bits, I use spackle. It works and stays flexible.

[@artmakerforever3510]

This was a huge help! Better late than never! ☺ thanks so much!

[@sharon94503]

As you may already know, in the stamping/heat embossing community we use an "anti-static powder bag" (cornstarch or talc in a piece of fabric) and tap/rub it over cardstock to remove any static, so that the embossing powder only sticks to the ink (hopefully) and not everywhere else before melting. This would be my choice for getting a super light dusting into these molds.

[@lzrd8460]

I use a large cosmetic blush brush & am happy with it.

[@rheasingh9493]

Thank you so much! Extremely help!

[@lakeishaj584]

Use a little crisco oil brushed in the mold for easy release.

[@mariad4183]

Awesome tips! Thank you for sharing honey! Happy New Year! xoxo

[@WildaConnell]

Thank you for your very helpful video

[@jacquelinehyde7054]

Hello thank you for your video, so many good tips, I love your humour, I wanted to ask do you ever dust your moulds with talcum powder first and is this a good idea

[@user-rc9if7zv8d]

Many thanks from Philadelphia Pennsylvania!!

[@susiealverson1]

Another video shows that a silicone/acrylic white caulk works very well for the very thin molds.

[@SallyInCT]

Yes! I saw that too and am excited to try it. Happy crafting! 🥰

[@debbyreed2680]

Thank you for sharing, very helpful information. Could you lightly dust the moulds with talc to prevent sticking?..

[@IvetaZiedina]

Definitely, I tend to use both, add talcum on to clay and dust it in 😄

[@debbyreed2680]

@@IvetaZiedina thank you x

[@celiavelasco7788]

Thank You for what kind of glue to use so helpful.

[@julierochforte7174]

I am a polymer clay devotee but I recently bought some silicone moulds, thinking to use my polymer. I had lots of difficulty so I decided to try air drying clay instead. I bought some Monte Marte white clay which is a similar consistency to your blue clay so this was really helpful. I have a spray on mist release for moulds and was wondering if this might do for the air dry instead of powder? I don't have talcum with me. I do have cornflour and could use that. Please advise. Thanks so much for all this great advice!

[@lindafarley8249]

Can you tell me where you buy your supplies to make the Baubles? Your video was very informative.

[@GlassmakerRN]

Do you wait until the clay dries before you paint it or can you paint it before it sets?

[@jeanluenebrink4129]

When my clay is too soft i take however much i want to use and sandwich in between 2 sheets of paper and put a book or something heavy-ish on top for a bit and it helps pull out the extra oils and moisture and firm it up.

[@minniepurl61]

Could you lightly dust your hands with powder or corn starch when starting to work with the super light sticky clay? Redusting as you kneed it.

[@witchywoman6607]

What I am wondering and been searching is too find out exactly how much does the clay shrink and can you apply when wet I’ve seen it done all the time? I want to make frames right on canvas that I’ve decorated but I don’t want to apply them and have it pull from the edge I suppose I can let it overlap a bit. But if you can please give me an idea of how much to allow for shrinking. Please and thanks.

[@lisaritter6136]

Hi! Thank you for the tutorial; wonderful information! Can you give some advice on the drying process? I've tried several different brands of air dry clay and they always seem to crack as they dry. I've ordered some DAS air dry clay but was hoping for some advice on the drying part. Is it normal for the clay to crack as it dries and/or is there something I can do to help prevent that? Thank you, again!

[@IvetaZiedina]

Hi Lisa! That is very normal for air drying clay. As far as I understand it has more to do with the heat/humidity combo. I don’t get that issue too often I think because it’s very humid here, and clay takes a long time to dry all the way. If cracks are an issue you could use wall crack filler to fill them in once clay is dry.

[@lisaritter6136]

@@IvetaZiedina What a great idea! I'm hoping the DAS clay will work better. If not, I will certainly try the crack filler. Thank you and I am looking forward to your next project! :)

[@judydutruch5585]

Slow the drying time down by covering your clay with a light cloth. The longer it takes to dry, the less chance of cracks.

[@elizabethvandyke9475]

I recently started using air dry clay and I was concerned about cracking....soooo after I placed the molded piece on my project, I set it in the refrigerator to dry and they did not crack!

[@redcat1977]

Poner aceite en las manos y los moldes realmente funciona 🤗👍

[@mybeauart8918]

I love your decorations I'm suspensión my like 👍 😍 ♥

[@rosecadizfelix]

Have you tried corn starch before adding clay?

[@alicenwonderland5505]

Very helpful. Thanks!

[@lowcountryloft8105]

Try dusting it with cornstarch. It works.

[@joannpergakis4183]

Thank you. First time with molds Where do I find bigger ones I ordered from Amazon and they are so small Thank you ,

[@bobshugars95]

can you leave the clay in the mold until it drys

[@kathrynletchford8603]

You had me at, clay moulds. Lol🤣 Great tutorial. Thank you.

[@kathyg74]

I have the light gray birds mold you showed on here, I was hoping you’d show how to do that on here. I got so frustrated that none of the shallow molds were turning out, I even tried some corn starch and they still were extremely difficult to get out, plus the very thin parts like the birds tails and leaf stems broke off. I saw a demonstration making molds using hot glue, what is your opinion on that?

[@Jade_902]

That’s a good idea

[@garywall1572]

I spray my moulds with furniture polish, I find it helps stop the filler sticking?

[@DianasYTChannel]

FYI: DAS also makes a grey clay called Stone.

[@kariatid]

The air dry clay is great for greeting card embellishments.

[@lzrd8460]

Would it be easier to let the clay rest for a few minutes before taking it out of the mould? Would there be less chance of breakage that way? Or could you sprinkle corn starch into the moulds before putting the clay in to help prevent accidents when removing the clay?

[@carlienvandernet7902]

Yes you can use corn starch instead of talcpowder. It makes sure that the clay doesn’t get stuck in the mould.

[@loriwal2000]

Where do you get your molds?

[@GrampiesCorner]

I find my air dry clay dries out fast if you try to work it like you do. It is very soft to begin with. I have been struggling to get it out of my molds without it cracking and breaking as it seems to dry realy fast.

[@rebecca-familyrich7764]

Is there a certain type of Christmas ornament to use this air dry clay on.? Do u have to treat the ornament with something first TFS

[@stacyw3250]

Can you glue it to an item before the clay is dry?

[@cassfonnesbeck8057]

Yes! It's necessary in fact. Glue them down wet. I created some molds and just let them dry. They all broke when I tried to apply them to a surface. Boo hoo!

[@paulaalmeida8570]

Hi, I would like to say thank you for have been share your video with me, I have been made a few things and I have been buy a several of the moulds on Amazon and it was so expense I have been use of the same clay of you DAS,, but when a mould is little I have problems in take it out because it comes in little pieces, I have been tried with hot glue, but it was the same, if you know what is better for it, please tell me. Thanksgiving, Paula

[@mariachaverri7607]

Gracias por la información, saludos cordiales desde Costa Rica 🇨🇷

[@catrinskagerfalt6015]

Very good video and very informative, just what I need 👏 You know how it gets when I do not understand, 500 questions for you😂 🤣😂🤣 Thank you very much 🤗💖

[@IvetaZiedina]

Hahah well I’m more than happy to answer all 500 of your questions!

[@catrinskagerfalt6015]

You are the best 💖

[@ellenfrazer7581]

🌞🌞🌞

[@christinecrow1410]

Can you soak your trays and use a soft toothbrush to clean them?

[@smoothlight3567]

Wondered how you clean them as well :) Brand new to this.

[@user-ft4fs2xx6z]

Немножко подержать в холодном месте и масса при вынимании не будет рваться

[@tracydugas3931]

Can you use clay in soup molds?

[@karenbaldry8096]

Omg I’ve just tried to put iod clay in mould it’s an absolute disaster😱.The clay is so soft it’s like trying to remove icing paste. I’m so disappointed. I’ve just stuck it in the freezer as I’ve seen some people say they do it when they have put the clay in the mould. 😢😢

[@jeanluenebrink4129]

I know this is coming to you 11 months too late but if you know that your clay is too soft you can take however much you want to use and sandwich in between 2 sheets of paper and put a book or something heavy-ish on top for a bit and it helps pull out the extra oils and moisture and firm it up.

[@meetashah2102]

Can we use homemade air dry clay made from corn starch

[@IvetaZiedina]

Yes, of course, it might just be a little bit stickier or shrink a little bit more, I know that happened to me once with home made clay but it’s all just a matter of experimenting and finding a way to work around it ☺️

[@driftscape9260]

Hi my wife loves your channel and is buying all sorts of things but we were unable to find the firm black molds you use, do you have a link or a brand name we could search for please?

[@IvetaZiedina]

The dark coloured firm ones are by ReDesign with Prima, they have a stock list directory on their website :) there is also a similar brand great quality called IOD (Iron orchard designs) they have great moulds too :)

[@driftscape9260]

@@IvetaZiedina thank you x

[@lzrd8460]

You need to dust the mold with corn starch to help the clay come out of the mold.

[@RB-eg6jm]

Very helpful, thank you 🙂

[@loriwal2000]

What is paper clay, have you tried it?

[@marijo-la]

Try to you yous some cornflour en powder the mold in 😊

[@wendylamb8645]

How long do you wait to paint them

[@lifewithdebe9777]

Can you use E6000 to glue the clay on project?

[@user-uo2kh1vs7b]

Can this to made using air dry clay please

[@LaurenEdwards-qv9er]

you can get das for around 5 pound in tk max

[@lesliezagrobelny4820]

Why don’t you use cornstarch to put in your moulds?

[@joyceparkes2678]

Thanks so much 🙏🏽