How to Take Care of Your Silicone Molds

How to take care of your silicone molds shows how to keep them in good condition, store them safely and prevent damage. To get the maximum life out of a silicone mold and save yourself some money, for resin, it is important to follow a few simple steps. You will find that your resin is easier to remove from the silicone molds, that your silicone molds don't crack and dry out, and they are easier to use, giving you some clear and precise castings. Enjoy the bloopers at the end of this video. Check out this video next on how to mix without getting bubbles • How I mix and Use Epox...
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[@barbking2708]

Oh my, I’m a bad mold momma! Love the bloopers😆

[@rendaowe]

LOL, YOU ARE PRICELESS! I love it when people are not afraid to be them selves. Great tips, BTW. 😃

[@bubblemum]

@@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts You are having too much fun with that pig cartoon- the face and the back end!

[@Owner-ParkerRose1792]

LOVEEEEEE!! Informational, and I love the Bloopers!

[@purplementhol3388]

Omg you're hilarious!!!!! The bloopers ❤️🔥😂 Thanks for all the hardwork and videos 🎉 always be happy first to be healthy 🙏

[@RaiinbowRaven]

I know these are old resin vids but theyre still incredibly helpful! Ive learned so much about this art from you and have started doing my own resin pours. Thank you so much for your expertise~

[@cherylstout9685]

Thank you for the cleaning tips... BUT... I love the bloopers... You are human...Love...

[@prempremglamourz1]

The video is a great help for me as a resin beginner, thanks so much Steve. Lest I forget, I do enjoy the bloopers 😀😀😀😀😀😂😂😂

[@christiepeiffer5432]

While you are hilarious…you are so helpful! Thank you 💞

[@suemontana9190]

Thanks for the tips and for being yourself!! I think a lot of us talk gibberish to ourselves (and to our spouses if you’re married long enough!!) - we could start a club haha!! I’ve learned a lot of things I didn’t know by watching your videos, thank you for making them!! 😀 much appreciation!!

[@bonny9680]

Thank you, you have been such a help to me as a newbie, I look forward to watching much more

[@justcallmejen2215]

I'm another newbie to the resin world. I've been watching your videos for a while so I can be better prepared when I start, and for the wonderful ideas you've shared too. Just got some silicone molds and measuring cups to start off with, waiting on better ventilation now. I knew that having cats, I would need to keep the molds stored where fur doesn't get on them. I had no idea beyond that on proper storage and care. So this video was extremely helpful. And I'm sure the baggies will prevent fur getting to them even better than the plastic storage box I'd put them in. Thanks so much for all that you share! I really enjoy watching your videos. :)

[@DanceCat7]

So generous with practical tips! Thank you!

[@carolinemartin429]

Absolutely love the bloopers, I needed a giggle. I think it's great that you're not worried about just being yourself and letting the world see it 😊

[@grammas_gone_craftyakaleil2062]

I realize this video is older - but it’s great!

[@bubblemum]

I love the bloopers! I have a lot of bloopers (never shown) when I do videos- I suspect we are twins somehow :)

[@nikkoldavis5384]

OMG THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE HACK ABOUT USING TAPE TO CLEAN MOLDS!!! Molds I was going to have to buy again are like new. THANK YOU AGAIN YOU ARE MY RESIN DUDE FOREVER..

[@SylverZone]

This was really useful as I was only thinking yesterday I needed to know the best way to clean the moulds! And your bloopers remind me I am not the only one who can’t get through a video without severe editing. I quite often come across a part where I am talking complete rubbish to myself when something hasn’t worked as it should!!! Thank goodness for editing software!!! 😃🤣🤗

[@hulabird]

This was so very helpful and informative! Thanks. So happy I became a supporter too! Lots of goodies in the back room isn't there!

[@stevesgirl17]

I love your videos and I love you so much. You are so engaging and watching/listening to you always makes me smile. Keep the bloopers coming! I love all your resin work xx

[@swtlisa]

The packing tape trick? OMG!!! I immediately got packing tape down and tried it on a mold I used last night and couldn't get stuff out of the cracks and crevices. It had mica powder in it that I couldn't get out all the way and I just pushed the packing tape in with the blunt end of a wooden skewer. Thanks so much!!

[@artcreationsbydar]

Omg! Loved the bloopers. I laughed out loud and the cats jumped. Lol Good job!

[@artcreationsbydar]

@@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts I think a Real person has no problem showing their real self sometimes. In this world today we need some happiness. You sure did that for me. Thank you! I love your videos as well. I have learn’t so much.

[@victoriamanna5018]

I've only watched a few of your videos so far but I absolutely love you already 😄💕the bloopers at the end just brightened up my day🥰you have a new subscriber here👏👋

[@pleasesaveanimals7]

Thank you so much for creating this video. It is extremely informative, it addresses so many different things such as explaining the damages on your moulds and how not to get them. You were easy to listen to, imagine grateful you didn't put music in the background 😂 because sometimes it's to hard hear everything that the person is saying. So far this video is the most informative and helpful video on cleaning moulds so far with resin. The bloopers were awesome as well haha 😂

[@Nirrrina]

Ditto!

[@pleasesaveanimals7]

@@Nirrrina pardon??

[@ragdollmommy2]

Hi, Just want you to know,, I am now cleaning all my molds! Lol I have quite a few but not used all of them as yet. I’m a newbie! I really am thankful for this info. I enjoy your tutorials. I laugh n learn! God bless.

[@naturallycyn]

Thanks for the tips. I love the Bloopers

[@Bumula1]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Thanks for the bloopers. I needed a good chuckle. I just started using silicone molds again. I was using a rigid plastic for years but wanted to work with silicone molds again. I'll be using them for clays and plaster mostly. Occasionally resins. This was a very helpful video. Thanks.

[@zenomorf161]

Nice tips , love the bloopers , shows your human lol, had to subscribe.

[@imaginecrafting6248]

Omg you normal!!!! I have a lot of brain farts to. Love you . i learned so much .thank you. Keep up the great work.

[@rebecca5532]

Oh no! I dried two new molds using paper towels already, good thing I saw this video before I kept down that path :) This video is awesome thank you!!

[@SamuelJMoe]

You are a very good teacher Steve😀

[@MizJaniceResinArt]

Great tips! I love the baby wipes...I even use them to go around my house and touch up light switches, door facings, door knobs, etc.

[@patriciaburt9365]

Love the bloopers thank you for the laughs I really needed that today

[@danayerby3658]

Absolutely loved the bloopers. It is good to see that all of us can have those days when nothing seems to go right. It is a good reminder that we are all just human .........quirks and all. Keep doing what your doing,, we love it.

[@tammymurphy1268]

Awesome vid.....and great bloopers🤣🤣

[@amandaplant7502]

Hi,Steve, it's nice to see bloopers, made me lol, which got me some funny looks from my kids ha ha.

[@Shadingoftheheart]

The bloopers are what made me subscribe 🤣🤣🤣

[@susansouthern6704]

Bloopers are hilarious..good tips ..I just wash them with dish soap and water..will have to get them all together and spray and bag them..Thanks 😉

[@Stephy91]

Omg that was the easiest method I’ve ever used! Thank you!!!! Lol I had no idea tape could be so useful!

[@stafolla22]

So...the BLOPPERS are the best. Thanks for including them. So funny! (an human). Love them!

[@mayrakopjansen2814]

Thanks for these tips ,they were very helpful

[@daricezdrazil7399]

Oh my goodness! You are awesome! Pobody's Nerfect! Thank you! I share your videos with someone who is beginning and your videos are huge help! I've been at this a while and still find your videos insightful and educational! If I could, I'd buy ya cup of coffee. If your ever in my area in Maine, stop in and I'll make ya pot! Heck! Even my hubby will make ya several as he too drinks a lot of coffee! Great realism Steve! Thank you!

[@lnc-to4ku]

Such great tips! Loved the bloopers! 😂

[@lynlong77]

Love the advice and the bloopers!

[@cherylbaeza390]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video. I'm still new and spending a lot of money on molds. I really appreciate you.

[@Chezyxxx]

I haven't came across a video like this so thank you very much for sharing your tips and tricks xxx

[@mazzaeggins1504]

Thanks for the great advice, a big help.

[@dinam8934]

Thank you for your helpful video and info but I’ve got to say I think the bloopers were my favorite part 😂 and if anyone says they don’t do at least 437 of the various things you did in the bloopers, they’re lying.

[@sherinixon8328]

Thank you... for all your help and for giving me a great giggle

[@noraledesma35]

Love the bloopers! Happy to see I'm not the only one with bad memories.

[@sharonh7857]

I love the bloopers! 😂

[@horsehaircreationsbykaren]

The tape and baby wipes - genius! I cast pet and horse hair, that tape trick works like a charm! Before I was always washing molds & that takes away the shine. I do store molds in ziplock bags but never used a mold release however I will take your advice & purchase some. Thank you so much, you rock the resin world!

[@zinaria56]

I just ordered my resin kit so I hope they turn out once I learn it. I liked your videos over the other because you cover so much. Ps love the bloopers😁

[@niskyee]

good luck!

[@zinaria56]

Thank you 😁

[@bluey5353]

Love the bloopers at 8.30 in the morning g you made me laugh. The packing tape is great, I've cleaned so many moulds with it. Im a bit wary of the isopropol (whatever!) Alchohol due to what it can do so I stick to tape, baby wipes and soapy water. Thanks Steve, much appreciated.

[@rhodanorton6944]

I LOVE BLOOPERS!!

[@influentialolive]

The bloopers included, are Awesome! Just shows you're Real. Glad I started following!! Thank You!!

[@aliciat2216]

Great video and OMG THE BLOOPERS!!!!😂😂😂😂😂 love it!!!

[@wendygordon8204]

The bloopers proper made me laugh x

[@lauraminton7935]

Such wonderful information! Thank you Steve!

[@mama_quartz]

This is incredibly helpful! I just started yesterday so I'm fresh out the gate. Looks like I have some things to buy! Thank you very much. You remind me of my friend group at the day centre I used to go to. I was in my late 20s and all my best friends were 40+. The ones over 60 used to buy me chocolate :D once this really old guy, Brian, he brought me in a colouring book and some pens 🥺 I was so happy! But yeah, they were my family. So warm and caring and always protective of me 💗 I miss them very much. I have Autism and they were so patient and understanding 💗💎💗 You definitely seem like the kind of guy I could be friends with ☺ sorry for the ramble lol. Thank you very much again and I hope you have a wonderful day!!! Xxx

[@seachelleart9729]

Helpful info and love the bloopers!

[@Sammstar420]

Hey steve! Great video and hilarious as always. Also storing the molds in bags helps keep them clean and ready to go lol.

[@teckle.turnings]

Aw your bloopers were the best bit! Thank you for all your good tips Steve! 😃

[@taylorchinn6966]

I truly appreciated the bloopers!

[@bonariablackie4047]

Your videos are awesome and I love the bloopers.

[@letagui333]

Priceless way to end the video. Thank you for sharing

[@wendebrown5410]

Thanks for sharing !!

[@pannaahmed7461]

Thank you so much for making this video, my moulds looks so clean after using the tape technique🤗

[@Nirrrina]

I just got a cheap resin kit to see if I enjoyed it. Then while waiting on delivery I found your videos. Very informative but now I have a shopping list. Actually I have two shopping lists. One for immediate needs just to try things out and the other for in the future. Luckily I already have the breathing equipment. So I don't need that but there's a bunch of other stuff I need. Mainly baby wipes and mixing cups cuz I forgot those last night. This had better be fun. Thanks for the instructions! I keep watching & my list keeps getting longer. Seriously I have a notepad app open behind the youtube app & keep having to switch over to it. Luckily everything is inexpensive so far. At least for starting anyway.

[@ritabaker9502]

You really do have the best videos on KZbin. Thank you for all you do!

[@zeroart1641]

This was so helpful I somehow got glitter on one of my new molds and the sticky tape helped me so much!

[@janineshepherd1768]

Hi Steve I’m a complete newbie yet to do my first one! I came across your videos on KZbin and I love them! They are super helpful and the bloopers make me laugh. Hopefully I will pluck up the courage to do my first one soon. I like to be super-prepared though, so your videos are really helping me. Xx

[@taylorcody8114]

My problem is after I clean and dry I have water marks on my molds and I don't know how to stop it.

[@TampaBMan]

I love your videos! You are so fun! I could watch you all day 🤩

[@shannonsauder6087]

your bloopers made my day! lol please dont ever change your the best !

[@elysegotham6881]

I have more fun watching your vids! I learn something new every time I tune in!

[@flowermama9616]

Wow! This is such a thorough and helpful video. Thank you so much!

[@PerfectlyImperfect804]

I agree :)

[@seemabraja3280]

Thanks a lot I have learned so much from you 💞

[@bentebrunsvelt319]

Thanks for good tips👍👍👍great from Holland

[@bonnievitela8235]

Love the bloopers!

[@toniascheier2999]

LOVE the bloopers

[@cherylstegman7136]

love love the bloopers

[@lourdesa6774]

I am new to resin and so happy I found this video and your channel! I learned a lot and had so fun laughs with bloopers! Love it! LOL 🙂

[@maeve4385]

Steve you are great! Aside from the great content (which I had to rush to unstack my molds) your bloopers where hilarious and a great start to my morning (Canada). All the best.

[@mariaallison5958]

This is exactly the information I need . Thank you so much.

[@vonniescrafts1]

Thank you for this info re the moulds I really will sort mine out today thank you especially for the bloopers that made me laugh on a very cold early morning here in the UK love your videos thank you xx

[@lisac7151]

I followed all your instructions and even had some "help" with my cats. I'm sure some of my pieces are going to have cat hair in them. lol Took forever but is really worth it. Thanks for all the info!

[@NinaHansen2008]

Thank you, Steve!

[@januhope151]

Thank you so much I needed this because im about to store my molds in a new storage

[@kristinewithak8265]

This was so helpful! I have some rearranging to do. The bloopers were hilarious and relatable 🤣

[@MegaPraiseHim]

Such great tips, so much information - thank you.

[@tia2all501]

Thanks for your great advice ❤

[@tristanovak4748]

I've just come across your videos and I love everything about them. You are awesome! Thank you so much for being how you are, 💗it!

[@Sean-ws9je]

Thanks For The Tips

[@daniellemoore2126]

I enjoy watching your videos but the bloopers... They are great!!!! It makes you even more relatable. Goes to show your still human like the rest of us. Should do them more often 😂

[@shannonpeterson4891]

You are hilarious! Thanks for the tips & giggles 😂😂

[@novawarrior7174]

You’re adorable. Loved the bloopers!

[@Mydeepestregret]

Been washing my larger moulds with laundry powder. Works well

[@muggywebster1117]

Thanks for sharing!

[@debbeneman9792]

Thank you Steve. You are very helpful. I appreciate your videos as I'm brand new to doing resin. I also have subscribed so I won't miss anything.☺

[@laineykearns4506]

Great tips. What do you store the larger moulds in that don't fit into the normal zip lock bags? Hysterical bloopers! Its so funny watching you chat away to yourself 😂👍👏

[@sherrimierzejewski7090]

thank you for all of the vids you do, they are most helpful! and, the bloopers made me giggle :)